Traditional Chinese Food & Cooking Vocabulary — Cuisine, Recipes & Ingredients
Go beyond restaurant basics and dive into Traditional Chinese food culture. These lessons cover cooking vocabulary, local ingredients, wine and food pairings, and how to talk about cuisine like a native speaker.
23 lessons · 919 flashcards

The size of coffee you want.
Ordering a coffee

The style of coffee, such as espresso, latte, cappuccino, Americano, mocha, etc.
Ordering a coffee

Choice of bean which can vary by origin, roast type, or blend.
Ordering a coffee

Number of guests
Restaurant reservations

Checking table availability for specific dates and times.
Restaurant reservations

Setting preferences for seating, such as indoor, outdoor, or specific views.
Restaurant reservations

Options such as type of milk, depending on dietary preferences or allergies.
Ordering a coffee Part 2

Indicates whether the coffee is for in-store or to be taken out.
Ordering a coffee Part 2

Essential communication
Top 50 phrases to get by Taiwan

Getting around and shopping
Top 50 phrases to get by Taiwan

Dining out
Top 50 phrases to get by Taiwan

Popular Taiwanese food
Popular foods

Specifying any dietary restrictions or special requests.
Restaurant reservations Part 2

Understanding cancellation policies and deadlines.
Restaurant reservations Part 2

Inquiring about parking or valet services.
Restaurant reservations Part 2

Getting recommendations
Ordering food

Portion sizes
Ordering food

Hot vs. cold drinks
Ordering food

Confirming the reservation details, including date, time, and number of guests.
Restaurant reservations Part 3

Asking about any ongoing promotions or special menus.
Restaurant reservations Part 3

Requesting accommodations for special occasions, such as birthdays or anniversaries.
Restaurant reservations Part 3

Exploring options for private or semi-private dining for groups.
Restaurant reservations Part 4

Asking about accessibility features for disabled guests.
Restaurant reservations Part 4
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