Food
What is dough?
pâte de pizza, pâte de cookie, etc...
To indicate actions or events that have already happened, what tense do we primarily use in English?
past tense
"Sir, I'll be happy to fetch the manager to address your concerns."
Monsieur, je serais ravie d'aller chercher le directeur pour qu'il réponde à vos questions.
Rude form: Fine, I can go get the manager if you think they'll actually care about your problems."
What is the cooking term for gently cooking food in a small amount of fat until it becomes soft and translucent?
sautéing
What is a bellhop?
As often referred to as a "bellboy" or "bellman," is a service employee typically found in hotels or resorts. Their primary responsibility is to assist guests with their luggage, whether it's carrying it to their rooms, loading it into vehicles, or retrieving it upon check-out
This leafy green vegetable is often used as a base for salads and is known for its crisp, crunchy texture.
lettuce
What is the past tense form of the verb "to eat"
ate
"Thank you for choosing our establishment, sir. How can I make your experience more enjoyable?"
Polite form :"Merci d'avoir choisi notre établissement, monsieur. Comment puis-je rendre votre expérience plus agréable ?"
Rude form: "Yeah, you picked this place. What do you want, so your stay is less miserable?"
This sweet ingredient is made from bee nectar and is commonly used to sweeten a variety of dishes.
honey
What is another word for receptionist?
Concierge, Hotel check-in agent
What do you call the practice of eating small, savory dishes served before a meal to stimulate the appetite?
"appetizer" or "antipasto"
When referring to ongoing actions or events in the past, which tense is used, often with "was" or "were"?
past continuous tense
"Madam, I appreciate your patience. Your order will be ready shortly."
"Madame, je vous remercie de votre patience. Votre commande sera bientôt prête."
Impolite form : "In due time, lady. Your order will be up whenever."
Translate these common cooking verbs from French into English :
trancher
ajouter
râper
étaler
griller
mélanger
mijoter
hacher
couper
mélanger
à la vapeur
rouler
Slice
add
grate
spread
toast
blend
simmer
chop
cut
blend
steam
roll
This type of room offers a beautiful view, often of the surrounding scenery or a city skyline.
Room with a view
What is the process of soaking meat in a seasoned liquid to enhance its flavor and tenderness?
marinating
They have visited that museum before," what tense is used for the verb "visit"?
present perfect tense
"There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of cooking a meal from scratch and sharing it with friends and family."
Il n'y a rien de mieux que la satisfaction de préparer un repas fait maison et de le partager avec ses amis et sa famille.
When a recipe calls for "chiffonade," what should you do to the ingredients?
"finely slice into thin strips" or "roll-cut"
In hotels, the acronym "B&B" commonly refers to this type of accommodation.
a "bed and breakfast"
This highly prized spice is derived from the stigma of a particular type of crocus flower and is one of the most expensive spices by weight.
safran
In the sentence, "They were watching a movie when the power went out," what tense is used for "watch" and "went"?
"past continuous tense" and "simple past tense"
"The joy of cooking lies in the freedom to mix, taste, and adjust until the dish is just right."
"Le plaisir de cuisiner réside dans la liberté de mélanger, de goûter et d'ajuster jusqu'à ce que le plat soit parfait."
What term refers to a method of cooking food slowly in liquid, often in a closed container
braising
What term is used to describe the act of checking out of a hotel room before the designated departure time?
early checkout