Fusion Frenzy
What is “fusion cuisine”?
Mixing food styles from different countries.
Which chef made fusion cuisine elegant?
Wolfgang Puck.
someone who chooses what they eat very carefully and refuses to eat things they don't like
fussy eater
with a pinch of salt
with suspicion that something might not be true
What do you think makes a food blog interesting to read?
Use some of the key vocab/idioms covered before
Why would the grandmother be angry at satay chicken pizza?
She’s a purist who dislikes mixing cuisines.
Where did Wolfgang Puck start his career?
Vienna, Austria.
someone who likes to eat food of very high quality
gourmet
My cup of tea
Preference - Something that I like
Why do you think people enjoy watching or reading food reviews?
Convince us
Who is Ching-He Huang and what is her view on fusion?
A chef and food writer who believes fusion has existed for centuries.
What did Puck mean by “authenticity is about evolution”?
Cooking should evolve, not just copy old recipes.
something that is very popular for a brief period of time
fad
food for thought
something that makes you think about something
Do you trust food bloggers when they recommend restaurants or products? Why or why not?
Be fair
Why has the internet changed the way fusion cuisine develops?
It speeds up the exchange of food ideas globally.
What comparison did Puck make between cooking and art?
Both use limited elements creatively.
eating quickly and with enthusiasm
scoffing
turn up her nose
reject something because she believes it is not good
How would you describe food to make it sound delicious and appealing?
Adjectives learnt earlier
Give a modern example of fusion cuisine.
Sushi burritos, Korean tacos, or ramen burgers.
What challenge did Puck face when he started fusion cooking?
Criticism from traditional American-Chinese restaurant owners.
food that is expensive and eaten only on special occasions
delicacies
Bite off more than you can chew
To try to do more than you can handle.
Can social media food trends be harmful sometimes? How?
Explain