Topic: Food

exotic foods

Specialty foods or regional cuisines.

staple food

Essential daily food items or staple provisions.

Plain

Cooked or prepared in a simple manner.

Beef

Meat from cattle.

Pork

Meat from pigs.

Chicken

A bird or its meat.

Fish

Aquatic animals or their meat.

Vegetables

Plants or parts of plants used as food.

to pour

To transfer a liquid into something.

to simmer

To boil gently.

nutritional benefits

Health advantages related to diet.

doesn’t take long

Does not require much time.

balanced portion

An even ratio of components in a diet.

canned food

Preserved food stored in cans.

easy to store

Simple to keep or preserve.

Cereals

Grains used for food.

Seasonings

Additives for flavor, like salt or pepper.

Fats

Substances that can be greasy or oily.

Nutrient

A substance that provides nourishment.

to get obese

To gain excess weight.

health awareness

Understanding of health issues.

addicting effect

A tendency to cause addiction.

to contain additives

To include preservatives or enhancers.

to resist temptation

To withstand the desire for something.

Snack

Light food or a bite to eat.

health consciousness

Awareness of health maintenance.

to gain weight

To increase in body mass.

tasty/delicious

Food that is enjoyable to eat.

Delicacy

A special or gourmet dish recommended to try.

Diet

A regimen for weight loss or controlled eating.

organic food

Food grown using environmentally safe methods.

vegetarian food

Plant-based meals.

processed food

Food that has been altered from its natural state.

junk food

Unhealthy snack items.

fast food

Quick-service meals, like hamburgers.

to digest

To break down food in the stomach.

to be full up

To feel satiated after eating.

to be starving hungry

To feel extremely hungry.

to bolt something down

To eat quickly and hurriedly.

to be dying of hunger

To feel a profound sense of hunger.

to eat a balanced diet

To consume a diet that contains appropriate proportions of nutrients.

to eat like a horse

To have a large appetite.

to follow a recipe

To adhere to cooking instructions.

to foot the bill

To pay for something.

a fussy eater

Someone who is particular about what they eat.

to grab a bite to eat

To have a small meal.

to have a sweet tooth

To enjoy eating sweet foods.

home-cooked food

Meals prepared at home, usually healthier.

to make your mouth water

To cause a longing for delicious food.

to play with your food

To move food around a plate without eating.

to spoil your appetite

To lose the desire to eat.

to wine and dine

To entertain someone with good food and drink.

to work up an appetite

To engage in activities that stimulate hunger.

nutritious products

Foods that are high in nutrients.

to contain toxic chemicals

To include harmful substances.

Boil

To cook food in boiling water.

Steam

To cook food using steam.

Fry

To cook food in hot fat or oil.

Deep-fry

To submerge food in hot oil for cooking.

Grill

To cook food over direct heat.

Roast

To cook food in an oven without liquid.

Bake

To cook food by surrounding it with dry heat.

Stir-fry

To fry rapidly over high heat while stirring.

Mix

To combine ingredients.

Sweet

Having a sugary taste.

Balanced diet

A dietary plan that includes a variety of foods.

Nutritious meal

A meal rich in nutrients.

Fresh produce

Fresh fruits and vegetables.

Follow a recipe

To use specific instructions for cooking.

Try local cuisine

To experience dishes specific to a region.

Vegetarian diet

A eating plan that excludes meat.

The icing on the cake

An additional positive factor.

butter someone up

To flatter someone for personal benefit.

have a bun in the oven

To be pregnant.

be in a pickle

To be in a difficult situation.

eat humble pie

To admit wrongdoing and apologize.