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[C] Food and Drinks

LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐

juicy

[ 'joo-see ]

adjective

- exciting, interesting, or scandalous, especially when describing information or gossip

She couldn’t wait to share the juicy details about the surprise party.

fuel

[ 'fyoo-uhl ]

noun

- something that provides energy or strength, often used figuratively for food or motivation

This hearty breakfast gave me real fuel for the busy day ahead.

juggling

[ 'juhg-ling ]

verb

- managing multiple tasks or responsibilities at the same time; or the act of keeping several objects in motion by throwing and catching them

She’s been juggling work, school, and family responsibilities all week.

aroma

[ uh-'roh-muh ]

noun

- a pleasant and noticeable smell, often associated with food, flowers, or spices

The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.

visually appealing

adjective phrase

- pleasing to look at; attractive in appearance

The new website design is sleek and visually appealing.

LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚

A. a feast for the senses

  • to describe a meal or dish that is not only delicious but also visually appealing, fragrant, and enjoyable in every way

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Dialogue

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Lily

The dinner at the new restaurant was absolutely incredible!

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John

It really was a feast for the senses—the flavors, the colors, and even the aroma. Everything was so thoughtfully presented.

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Lily

The dessert was especially striking. The combination of textures and tastes was beyond anything I expected.

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John

Yes, it wasn’t just a meal, it was an experience that I’ll remember for a long time.

B. bite off more than someone can chew

  • to take on more responsibility or tasks than you can handle, but it can also be used when referring to eating too much food at once

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Dialogue

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Anna

I’m starting to think I’ve bitten off more than I can chew with this project.

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Tina

What happened? You seemed so confident about it at first.

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Anna

There’s just so much work to do, and I didn’t realize how many deadlines I’d be juggling.

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Tina

It’s tough, but remember you can always ask for help if it gets too overwhelming.

C. a taste of heaven

  • to describe food or drink that is exceptionally delicious, almost as if it's a divine experience

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Dialogue

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Emma

That grilled salmon was a taste of heaven, wasn’t it?

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Michael

Definitely! It was perfectly cooked, so tender and flavorful. The seasoning was just right.

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Emma

And the side dishes complemented it so well. I’ve never had a meal that was so satisfying.

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Michael

It was like nothing I’ve ever tasted before. I think I’ll be dreaming about it tonight!

D. to have hearty meal

  • to eat a large, satisfying, and nourishing meal

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Dialogue

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Ava

I'm starving after that long bike ride!

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Ben

Same here. Let’s find a place where we can have a hearty meal.

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Ava

Good idea. I’m thinking something like steak, potatoes, and a big salad.

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Ben

Sounds perfect. There’s a diner nearby that serves generous portions.

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Ava

Let’s go there—I need some real fuel after all this exercise!

E. spilling the tea

  • a modern idiom used to refer to sharing gossip or revealing juicy information, often used in social settings where drinks (like tea) are involved

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Dialogue

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Sarah

You won’t believe what I heard today!

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David

What is it? I can see you’re dying to spill the tea.

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Sarah

Well, apparently Lisa and Jason have been secretly planning a trip to Paris!

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David

That’s amazing! I didn’t even know they were close enough to do that. How exciting!

LET'S PRACTICE!

PART I

Direction: Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct collocation.

a taste of heaven a feast for the senses
to have a hearty meal bite off more than someone can chew
spilling the tea
  1. I’m starting to feel like I’ve with all these new responsibilities.

  2. After spending the whole day outside, I developed and couldn’t stop snacking.

  3. He was so excited about the news, he couldn’t stop about it.

  4. When you’re at a five-star restaurant, the experience is always more than just eating; it’s .

  5. I’ve never had anything so delicious in my life; that steak was .

PART II

Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat after your mentor.

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PART III

Direction: Describe the picture using the words or phrases provided. Make sure to use the correct tenses.

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1. ( extra shifts / bite off more than someone can chew )

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2. ( resist / spilling the tea )

Answer: