Food and Eating Out
Word Power
1. eat out
есть вне дома, ходить в кафе или ресторан
We usually eat out on Friday evenings.
Мы обычно едим вне дома по пятницам.
They don’t eat out very often.
Они не так часто ходят в рестораны.
2. try a new dish
попробовать новое блюдо
I like to try a new dish when I travel.
Мне нравится пробовать новое блюдо, когда я путешествую.
She tried a new dish at the Italian restaurant.
Она попробовала новое блюдо в итальянском ресторане.
3. book a table
забронировать столик
We need to book a table for Saturday night.
Нам нужно забронировать столик на субботний вечер.
He booked a table online.
Он забронировал столик онлайн.
4. be on a diet
быть на диете
I am on a diet, so I don’t eat sweets.
Я на диете, поэтому не ем сладкое.
She is on a diet and chooses healthy food.
Она на диете и выбирает полезную еду.
Reading Text
For many people, food is not only about eating but also about spending time with others. Some people prefer to cook at home, while others like to eat out. Eating out is popular at the weekend, especially after a busy week at work.
Tom and his wife usually eat out on Saturday evening. They like to try a new dish every time they visit a restaurant. Sometimes they choose Italian food, and sometimes they try something completely different. Before going out, Tom usually books a table because their favorite places are often full.
Recently, Tom decided to be on a diet. He still wants to eat out, but now he chooses healthier options. Even when he tries a new dish, he looks for something light and fresh. Being on a diet is not always easy, especially when the menu looks delicious.
For Tom, eating out is not just about food. It is a way to relax, talk, and enjoy the evening. Even when he is on a diet, he believes it is important to enjoy life and sometimes try a new dish.
Check Your Understanding
When do Tom and his wife usually eat out?
Why does Tom book a table before going to a restaurant?
Why is being on a diet sometimes difficult for Tom?
Why is eating out important for Tom?
Do you prefer cooking at home or eating out? Why?
Build Your Vocabulary
Exercise 1 — Multiple Choice
We are going to ______ tonight.
A) eat out
B) be on a diet
C) book a dish
I want to ______ from the menu.
A) be on a diet
B) try a new dish
C) eat out
It’s a popular restaurant, so we should ______.
A) try a new dish
B) book a table
C) be on a diet
She doesn’t eat fast food because she ______.
A) eats out
B) books a table
C) is on a diet
Exercise 2 — Matching
Match the expressions with their meanings:
eat out
try a new dish
book a table
be on a diet
a) быть на диете
b) забронировать столик
c) есть вне дома
d) попробовать новое блюдо
Answer Key
Check Your Understanding
Tom and his wife usually eat out on Saturday evening.
He books a table because their favorite restaurants are often full.
Being on a diet is difficult because the menu looks delicious and it is hard to choose healthy options.
Eating out is important for Tom because it helps him relax, talk, and enjoy the evening.
Possible answers:
I prefer cooking at home because it is cheaper and healthier.
I prefer eating out because I like trying new dishes.
I enjoy both cooking at home and eating out.
Exercise 1 — Multiple Choice
1 — A
2 — B
3 — B
4 — C
Explanation:
«Eat out» means eat at a restaurant.
«Try a new dish» means choose something different from the menu.
«Book a table» means reserve a place at a restaurant.
«Be on a diet» means follow a special eating plan.
Exercise 2 — Matching
1 — c
2 — d
3 — b
4 — a
