Menu English Lesson376

IntroductionA menu is a list of food and beverages offered by a restaurant or other establishment. It is typically displayed on a placard or board, or in a booklet or pamphlet. Menus can be simple or elaborate, depending on the establishment. A simple menu might list only the names of the dishes, while a more elaborate menu might include descriptions of the dishes, as well as information about the ingredients, prices, and calorie content.

Parts of a MenuMenus typically include the following sections:
Appetizers
Main courses
Side dishes
Desserts
Beverages
Appetizers are small dishes that are served before the main course. They are typically light and refreshing, and can include items such as salads, soups, and appetizers.
Main courses are the main dishes of the meal. They are typically more substantial than appetizers, and can include items such as entrees, pastas, and pizzas.
Side dishes are dishes that are served alongside the main course. They are typically smaller than main courses, and can include items such as vegetables, rice, and potatoes.
Desserts are sweet dishes that are served after the main course. They can include items such as cakes, pies, and ice cream.
Beverages are drinks that are served with the meal. They can include items such as water, soda, juice, and wine.

How to Order from a MenuWhen you are ordering from a menu, there are a few things you should keep in mind:
Read the menu carefully.
Ask your server for recommendations.
Be specific about what you want.
Make sure to ask about any allergies or dietary restrictions.
Once you have decided what you want to order, you can either tell your server directly or write it down on a piece of paper. If you are writing it down, make sure to include the name of the dish, the quantity, and any special requests.

Menu VocabularyHere is some vocabulary that you might see on a menu:
Appetizer: A small dish that is served before the main course.
Main course: The main dish of the meal.
Side dish: A dish that is served alongside the main course.
Dessert: A sweet dish that is served after the main course.
Beverage: A drink that is served with the meal.
Appetizer soup: A light soup that is served as an appetizer.
Salad: A dish made of raw vegetables, typically served with a dressing.
Entree: A main course dish, typically served with a side dish.
Pasta: A dish made of cooked noodles, typically served with a sauce.
Pizza: A dish made of a flatbread topped with various ingredients, typically baked in an oven.
Vegetable: A plant part that is typically eaten as food.
Rice: A grain that is typically cooked and eaten as a side dish.
Potato: A starchy vegetable that is typically eaten as a side dish.
Cake: A sweet dessert that is typically made of flour, sugar, eggs, and butter.
Pie: A sweet dessert that is typically made of a pastry crust filled with fruit or other ingredients.
Ice cream: A frozen dessert that is typically made of milk, cream, and sugar.
Water: A clear, colorless liquid that is essential for life.
Soda: A carbonated beverage that is typically flavored with fruit or other ingredients.
Juice: A liquid that is extracted from fruits or vegetables.
Wine: An alcoholic beverage that is made from fermented grapes.