Foods

Describe a dish you enjoy cooking.

You should say:

⦁ What the dish is

⦁ How you prepare it

⦁ Why you enjoy cooking it

And explain when you usually cook it

One dish I particularly enjoy cooking is homemade lasagna. It's a classic Italian dish that combines layers of pasta, rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, and plenty of cheese.

To prepare lasagna, I start by making the meat sauce, which involves sautéing onions and garlic, adding ground beef, and then simmering it with tomatoes, herbs, and spices for a rich flavor. While that’s cooking, I prepare the béchamel sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, and gradually adding milk until it thickens. Once both sauces are ready, I layer them with cooked lasagna noodles and mozzarella cheese in a baking dish. After assembling everything, I bake it in the oven until the top is golden and bubbly.

I enjoy cooking lasagna because it allows me to be creative and experiment with flavors. It’s also a dish that brings back fond memories of family gatherings, as it’s often served during special occasions. I usually cook it on weekends or for gatherings with friends and family, as it’s a hearty meal that can feed a crowd and is perfect for sharing.

Describe a food market you like to visit.

You should say:

⦁ Where it is located

⦁ What you can find there

⦁ Why you like visiting it

And explain what you usually buy there

One food market I love visiting is the local farmer's market held every Saturday morning in the town square. It’s a vibrant place filled with stalls from local farmers and artisans selling fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade products.

At the market, you can find a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, organic eggs, artisanal bread, and even homemade jams and sauces. There are also vendors selling prepared foods, such as gourmet sandwiches and fresh pastries, which make for a perfect breakfast while browsing the stalls.

I enjoy visiting this market because it supports local agriculture and promotes sustainable eating. The atmosphere is lively and friendly, with live music often playing in the background. I love chatting with the farmers about their produce and learning more about how they grow their food.

When I visit, I usually buy fresh fruits and vegetables for the week, as well as some homemade bread and cheese. It’s a great way to stock up on healthy ingredients while enjoying the community spirit of the market. Overall, it’s a delightful experience that I look forward to every week.