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Hello everyone!
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Welcome back to my channel Learn English with Jessica.
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Today we're going to visit a restaurant to learn English, along with a few things to keep in mind when entering a restaurant.
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First of all, we will watch the whole story to find out what happened at this restaurant.
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After that, I'll summarize the main points of the story to make sure you've got the important parts.
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Last but not least, we will learn some new vocabulary together.
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Now, let's get to our table and see what's happening next.
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Scene 1.
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Kitchen.
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Good morning, everyone.
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It's weekend time, so we have a lot of guests to serve.
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How is everything?
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Jason, have we got everything here?
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Well, here we have 22 pounds of beef in total
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5 pounds of Kobe ribeye Another 5 pounds of filet tenderloin
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7 pounds of Wagyu filet And 5 pounds of Kobe prime rib And 30 pounds of lobster just came from Maine, Chef
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We've got beef and lobster The grouse is still on the way
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It's already fine The grouse was supposed to be here half an hour ago.
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Did you call the vendor, May?
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I did.
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They said they'll be here in 15 minutes.
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The snow slows the traffic in Michigan.
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Jesus.
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Well, listen up, everybody.
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Jason will take care of the beef, while I'll handle the lobster with May over here.
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There's no time for procrastination.
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We'd better get it done in time.
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Fire!
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Yes, Chef!
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Yes, Chef!
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What's on the menu today with the beef, Chef David?
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I want the best cut of mignon for steak tartare, beef wellington, and the finest ribeye for beef steak.
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How about the filet, Chef?
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It's for the Wagyu beef massamun curry.
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How about the lobster?
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We have our two specials.
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Grilled lobster tails with lemon and lobster risotto.
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That's right, Mae.
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The grouse just came, Chef.
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I'm going to prep them.
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After that, add diced vegetables and thyme.
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I got it, Chef.
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Chef, the lobster's tails are curled.
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I'm going to take them out.
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The dressing is already done with celery, mayo, chives, and a little lemon zest.
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Don't forget to add a bit of hot sauce for more depth.
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Then we'll have a beautifully dressed lobster with intense flavor.
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Yes, Chef.
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How's it going with the steak tartare, Jason?
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I mixed the ground beef with chopped parsley, onions, gherkins, and capers.
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Let me see.
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Well, you should put more seasoning on this, Jason.
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I need a well-seasoned mixture.
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Scene 2.
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Serve.
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Good evening, sir.
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Are you ready to order?
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Oh, hi.
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Well, this is my first time at this restaurant.
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I'm a bit confused and don't know what to start with.
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What are your specials?
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Well, Beef Wellington is one of our best-liked dishes so far.
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You'll be surprised by its tenderness.
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Gosh, I'm allergic to beef.
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Sorry, I was supposed to tell you that earlier.
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No worries, sir.
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Well, today we have fresh lobster from Maine.
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I think it's a go-to dish for seafood lovers.
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No way.
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Do you have an allergic reaction to seafood as well?
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Oh, not at all.
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It's perfect, actually.
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You suggested just the right one.
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I would kill to have seafood every day.
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I'm gonna get two servings of grilled lobster tails.
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Oh, may I have a drink menu, please?
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Here, sir.
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I think a rosé champagne, prosecco, or margarita would go well with the lobster, sir.
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Really?
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Well, I'll have the margarita then.
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The food will be ready in a few minutes, sir.
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Hello.
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I want a table for two, please.
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Do you have a reservation, sir?
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Oh, no, actually.
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Do you have any free tables at the moment?
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Well, we have a table available for two.
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This way, sir.
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Oh, I wonder if there's roast duck on your menu?
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My friend tried this yesterday and suggested this place to me.
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I see.
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Unfortunately, it's out of order today.
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Would you like to try our beef wellington instead?
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It's one of our best dishes here.
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Let me see.
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I think I'm gonna go with the steak then.
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And a glass of water, please.
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Still or sparkling, sir?
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Sparkling, please.
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And how would you like your steak?
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Medium rare, please.
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Oh, Jesus!
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This place is like a maze!
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I've already walked enough for today Good evening, ma'am.
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This way, please Oh, gosh, I'm starving now May I take your order now?
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We will serve you as soon as possible Of course, I want to order spaghetti with meatballs, please Yes, ma'am.
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Would you like a small, medium, or large order?
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Oh.
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Well, I always have the medium, so I'll have a medium size of spaghetti.
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And one dish of roasted grouse, please.
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Anything else, ma'am?
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Wine, please.
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I want a bottle of Pinot Noir, if you have it.
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Time to spoil myself after a long trip.
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Well, that'll be all for now.
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I got it.
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The food will be ready soon.
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Here are your dishes.
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Enjoy your meal, ma'am.
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Oh, no!
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What's wrong, ma'am?
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This isn't what I ordered.
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I ordered medium spaghetti.
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Not extra large.
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And the grouse here, apparently, is for two people.
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Oh, it is actually the medium size, ma'am.
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And for the grouse, this amount is one serving.
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Are you serious?
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This is huge!
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I thought food portions were the same everywhere!
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Why are food portions in America so enormous?
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Jesus!
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This is insane!
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Gosh, I could feed a whole village with these foods!
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I'm sorry about that, ma'am.
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Do you want to change it to the small one?
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Yes, please!
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I don't want to waste this delicious dish at all!
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Hello, sir.
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What can I do for you?
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Well, I made a dinner reservation for two last week.
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I see.
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May I have your name, please?
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Our reservation is under the name of J.
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Arnold.
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Okay, Mr. Arnold, your reserve table is this way.
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Well, are you ready to order yet?
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My daughter just got into Yale, so I'm going to splurge today.
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I want a beef wellington with a lobster risotto please Oh, congratulations And for miss?
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Well, I think I'll have the wagyu beef mossum and curry Oh,
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and I want to try the steak tartare as well Anything else?
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Um, I think I'm going to get main style lobster rolls Is the lobster fresh?
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Of course, miss.
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The lobster just came several hours ago.
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Awesome!
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Excuse me, sir.
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There's been a small delay in your meal due to some disturbance back in the kitchen.
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It'll take several more minutes to serve your first dish.
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We're sorry for that.
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Oh well, it's all right with me.
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Don't worry.
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Thank you so much.
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Scene three.
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Check. Was everything alright, sir?
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Well, it's perfect, to be honest.
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The lobster is rich and meaty.
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I'll definitely try it next time.
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Unfortunately, my eyes are bigger than my belly.
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Could I get the rest to go? Of course, sir.
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I'll get the bag for you.
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Oh, do you take credit cards?
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We do, sir.
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That'll be $320.
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May I have your card, sir?
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Here. $50 is the tip.
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Thank you, sir.
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I really appreciate that.
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Here's your card and your receipt.
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Have a good day, sir.
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Um, could you, well...
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Over here, please.
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Oh, my bad.
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I didn't see you at first.
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What can I do for you?
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Can we have the bill, please?
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Oh, we want separate checks for each of us here.
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Is that okay? Of course.
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I'll go and get them for you.
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How was everything, sir?
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Oh, you tell me the steak is tender and juicy, like melt in my mouth.
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It's ten out of ten.
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I'm glad you loved it.
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Here you are.
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Yours is $135.
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How would you like to pay?
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Cash or card?
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Cash please.
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This is $150 so you can keep the change.
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Thank you so much.
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Have a nice day sir.
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Oh he can't see me, Jesus.
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Check!
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Check!
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Excuse me, I want to pay now please.
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Oh, yes ma'am.
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Well, it seems like you didn't notice me at all.
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I've called you for quite a long time.
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I apologize, ma'am.
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What can I help you with?
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I'll take the check, please.
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One moment, please.
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Well, how was everything?
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Did you like it?
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I love the taste of the spaghetti.
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Creamy, cheesy, with a chewy texture.
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Absolutely amazing.
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It made me feel like at home.
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And the wine.
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Jesus!
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The flavor of raspberry, mushroom, and vanilla is crazy.
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Glad to hear that, ma'am.
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Here, your total is $187.
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I'll pay by cash.
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Here's $100.87.
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Well, here you are.
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Did I do something wrong, ma'am?
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No, not at all.
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What's wrong?
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Ah, okay.
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Thank you.
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Excuse me.
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May I have the check, please?
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One moment, please.
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Here you are.
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How's everything, sir?
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My daughter loves the curry.
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She even finished the whole dish.
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And the lobster risotto is excellent.
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Everything is well-cooked and perfect.
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I'm thrilled to hear that, sir.
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You know what?
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I would be willing to try the lobster again for a hundred dimes.
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It blew my mind.
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We're honored to serve you, sir.
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And about your bill, it is $970.
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I'll pay in cash.
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This is one grand and $200.
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Keep the change for yourself.
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Thank you, sir.
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Have a nice day.
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And that's what happened at the restaurant.
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Pretty interesting, isn't it?
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Did you catch the main idea of the story?
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Let me break down the main points of the story to help you understand it better.
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In this restaurant, Chef David and his team, including Jason and May, are gearing up for a busy weekend by ensuring all necessary ingredients are stocked,
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such as various cuts of beef and fresh lobster from Maine.
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They encounter a minor setback with a delayed delivery of grouse caused by snowy conditions in Michigan, but manage to keep their preparations on track.
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The kitchen team is clearly defined in their roles with Jason handling the beef preparations and Chef David, alongside May taking charge of the lobster dishes.
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David's leadership is evident as he motivates his team to work efficiently and avoid delays,
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emphasizing the importance of timing and precision in their culinary tasks.
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As the restaurant opens for service, the staff, particularly waiter Adam, engages with the customers to assist them in their menu choices.
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Adam adeptly handles special dietary needs and recommends popular dishes like beef wellington and freshly sourced Maine lobster,
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enhancing the guest's dining experience with his knowledgeable suggestions.
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Challenges such as a slight delay in serving due to kitchen issues are met with professionalism and courtesy,
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with the staff ensuring customers are informed and comfortable.
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The customers' reactions are positive, with commendations particularly focused on the quality of the lobster dishes, suggesting a successful application of the kitchen's efforts.
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The evening concludes with the processing of payments where customers express their satisfaction with the quality of their meals
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and the service provided.
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Positive feedback and generous tips reflect their appreciation, reinforcing the restaurant's reputation for culinary excellence and customer care.
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This story takes us into the fast-paced and dynamic environment of a busy restaurant,
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highlighting the teamwork and effective management necessary to ensure customer satisfaction and smooth operation during peak service times.
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And that sums up the main idea of the story.
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I bet that you have heard some new words in the story.
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That's when we move to the last part, vocabulary.
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Vocabulary highlights 1.
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Tenderloin, the tenderest part of a loin of beef or pork.
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2. Filet, a fleshy, boneless piece of meat from near the loins or the ribs of an animal.
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3. Prime rib, the seven ribs immediately before the loin.
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4. Lobster, a large marine crustacean.
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5. Grouse, a medium to large game type of bird.
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6. Mignon A thick slice of beef cut from the narrow end of a beef tenderloin.
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7. Ryby A cut of beef from the outer side of the ribs.
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8. Dressing A sauce?
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9. Gherkin The small green fruit of a plant related to the cucumber.
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10. Reservation An arrangement in advance.
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11. Check.
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Bill.
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12. Splurge.
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Spending money freely or extravagantly.
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That's the end of the video.
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Thank you for watching.
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Remember to practice English every day to improve your skills.
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Watch the video at least three times a week and repeat daily conversations to improve your listening and speaking skills fast.
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Try to mimic the intonation and pronunciation in the video to enhance your speaking fluency and pronunciation.
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Don't forget to like, share, and comment on my video.
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Vocabolario e note di pronuncia per questa lezione

Questa lezione di conversazione di livello B1 si basa sul video “SPEAK English With Daily Conversations”. Le parole che ritornano più spesso: lobster, sir, beef, Chef, grouse. Questo video contiene 296 frasi e 2083 parole da ripetere con lo shadowing. Il parlato dura 17:04. Chi parla mantiene un ritmo costante di circa 122 parole al minuto, comodo per lo shadowing. Solo il 77% delle parole rientra nelle 3.000 più comuni dell’inglese, quindi il lessico è impegnativo. 52 delle sue 296 frasi sono domande: un buon esercizio per l’intonazione interrogativa e le risposte brevi.

Vocaboli chiave di questo video

Le 15 parole più avanzate del video, con pronuncia e significato:

ParolaPronunciaSignificato
lobster sostantivo/ˈlɑb.stɚ/astice, aragosta
dish sostantivo/dɪʃ/piatto, scodella
grouse sostantivo/ɡɹaʊs/gallo cedrone, pernice
steak sostantivo/steɪk/bistecca
menu sostantivo/ˈmɛn.juː/carta
risotto sostantivo/ɹɪˈzoʊtoʊ/risotto
tartare aggettivo/tɑːɹˈtɑːɹ/tartar
rib sostantivo/ɹɪb/costola, costa
seafood sostantivo/ˈsiːfuːd/frutti di mare, frutto di mare
vocabulary sostantivo/vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/vocabolario
gosh/ɡɑːʃ/perbacco, accidenti
curry sostantivo/ˈkʌ.ɹi/curry
gherkin sostantivo/ˈɡɝkɪn/cetriolino
pronunciation sostantivo/pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/pronuncia, pronunzia
sparkling aggettivo/ˈspɑɹkl̩ɪŋ/scintillante, brillante

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Frasi da ripetere

Frasi brevi e complete del video che puoi riutilizzare nella conversazione di tutti i giorni:

  • Jason, have we got everything here?
  • Are you ready to order?
  • Do you have a reservation, sir?
  • Do you have any free tables at the moment?
  • Would you like to try our beef wellington instead?

La grammatica di questo video

Le strutture che chi parla usa di più, con le parole esatte del video:

StrutturaNel video
Forma passiva be + participio passato — conta ciò che accade, non chi lo faare curled · are stocked · is clearly defined
Present perfect have/has + participio passato — un’azione passata che conta ancora adessoI've already walked · There's been · I've called
Superlativi the -est / the most … — il massimo o il minimo di un gruppothe best · our best · the tenderest
Futuro con “will” will + verbo — una decisione, una promessa o una previsionewill watch · I'll summarize · will learn

Pronuncia a cui fare attenzione

Chi parla usa 49 contrazioni e forme ridotte, come I'm, I'll, don't. Pronunciale nella forma breve, così come le senti.

  • I suoni “sh” e “zh”: dish /dɪʃ/, reservation /ˌɹɛz.ɚˈveɪ.ʃən/, gosh /ɡɑːʃ/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/, satisfaction /sætɪsˈfækʃən/
  • Parole lunghe — attenzione all’accento: reservation /ˌɹɛz.ɚˈveɪ.ʃən/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, margarita /ˌmɑɹ.ɡəˈɹi.tə/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/, culinary /ˈkʌlɪˌnɛɹi/

I suoni difficili per chi parla italiano:

  • /h/ — va soffiata, non è muta: enhance /ɪnˈhæns/, highlight /ˈhaɪˌlaɪt/
  • Consonante finale — senza aggiungere una vocale dopo: beef /bif/, dish /dɪʃ/, grouse /ɡɹaʊs/, steak /steɪk/, pound /ˈpaʊ̯nd/
  • /æ/ — più aperta della “e”: wagyu /ˈwæɡ.juː/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, enhance /ɪnˈhæns/, satisfaction /sætɪsˈfækʃən/, extravagantly /ɛksˈtɹæv.ə.ɡənt.li/

Come esercitarsi con questo video

  1. Ascolta tutto il video una volta senza parlare e annota le parole che non conosci.
  2. Fai shadowing frase per frase a velocità normale, ripetendo ognuna finché il tuo ritmo coincide con quello di chi parla.
  3. Registrati e confronta con l’originale, facendo attenzione a parole come lobster, dish, grouse.

Cos'è la tecnica dello Shadowing?

Shadowing è una tecnica di apprendimento delle lingue supportata da studi scientifici, originariamente sviluppata per la formazione dei traduttori professionisti e resa popolare dal poliglotta Dr. Alexander Arguelles. Il metodo è semplice ma potente: ascolti un audio in inglese di madrelingua e lo ripeti immediatamente ad alta voce — come un'ombra che segue il parlante con un ritardo di solo 1–2 secondi. A differenza dell'ascolto passivo o degli esercizi di grammatica, lo shadowing costringe il tuo cervello e i muscoli della bocca a elaborare e riprodurre simultaneamente i modelli di discorso reale. La ricerca dimostra che migliora significativamente la precisione della pronuncia, l'intonazione, il ritmo, il discorso connesso, la comprensione dell'ascolto e la fluidità del parlato — rendendolo uno dei metodi più efficaci per la preparazione alla prova di speaking dell'IELTS e per la comunicazione reale in inglese.

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