FOREIGN FOOD YOU LIKE

IELTS Speaking Part 2 – Instructions

• You will have 1 minute to think and make notes on the topic.

• The examiner will give you paper and a pencil for note-making.

• Then, you must speak continuously for 1–2 minutes on the topic.

• Usually, this is around 10–12 sentences spoken naturally..

Band 7 Answer

One foreign food that I really like is sushi, which is a traditional Japanese dish. It usually includes rice mixed with vinegar, raw fish, and sometimes vegetables, all rolled in seaweed.

I tried sushi for the first time about two years ago at a Japanese restaurant in my city. At first, I was a bit hesitant because I had never eaten raw fish before, but I decided to give it a try. Surprisingly, I enjoyed it a lot. The flavor was fresh and light, and the texture was very different from what I was used to, but in a good way.

Now, I eat sushi quite often, especially on weekends or special occasions. I like it because it’s healthy, unique, and beautifully presented. I also find Japanese food culture very interesting — it’s all about balance, freshness, and simplicity.

So overall, sushi has become one of my favorite foreign foods, and I’m always happy to try different types of it.

Band 8 Answer

One foreign dish I’m particularly fond of is Pad Thai, a famous stir-fried noodle dish from Thailand. It’s typically made with rice noodles, shrimp or chicken, tofu, eggs, bean sprouts, and peanuts, all tossed in a tangy tamarind-based sauce. It’s a delightful mix of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.

I first tasted Pad Thai while traveling in Bangkok a few years ago. I was exploring a night market and came across a small street vendor selling it. I was immediately drawn in by the aroma and decided to try a plate. Honestly, I was blown away by how delicious it was. The flavors were so bold and well-balanced — unlike anything I had tried before.

What I love most about Pad Thai is the complexity of taste and texture in every bite. It’s filling, flavorful, and somehow comforting. Since then, I’ve made a habit of ordering it whenever I visit Thai restaurants, and I’ve even tried cooking it at home, although it never tastes quite the same.

This dish not only introduced me to a new cuisine but also sparked my interest in Thai culture and food. It’s more than just a meal — it’s a memory of travel, adventure, and culinary discovery.