DIRECTIONS: Read the dialogues below in English, then translate them and read them in your primary language (if needed). You’re encouraged to read these dialogues with your teacher, tutor, colleagues, family, and friends to practice and improve your American English even further.
Topic: Cooking Lessons
Dialogue 1
Samantha: Hi, Rachel. How was your cooking class last night?
Rachel: It was great, Samantha! The chef was amazing. He showed us how to make a bunch of different dishes.
Samantha: That sounds like fun. Did you learn anything new?
Rachel: Yeah, I learned how to cook risotto perfectly. And the chef taught me some techniques for slicing vegetables thinly.
Samantha: Wow, that’s impressive. You’ll have to show me sometime.
Rachel: Definitely! I can’t wait to practice what I learned and cook meals for my friends.
Samantha: Speaking of which, do you want to have a dinner party at your place next week? You could show off your skills!
Rachel: That sounds like so much fun! I’d love to.
Samantha: Great! I’ll invite some other friends too. We can all bring our favorite dishes and have a potluck.
Rachel: Perfect. It’ll be like our own little cooking club.
Dialogue 2
Emily: Hi, Tom! I heard you signed up for cooking lessons. How’s it going so far?
Tom: Hey, Emily. Yeah, I did. It’s been great! Our chef knows how to cook like a pro.
Emily: That’s amazing. What have you learned so far?
Tom: We’ve learned to make classic pasta dishes, soups, and sauces. And there are still more recipes we’ll learn in the coming weeks.
Emily: Sounds like fun!
Tom: It is. In fact, why don’t you come with me next class? You can join as a guest. Plus, it would be much better to learn how to cook with friends.
Emily: Really? That sounds awesome. Who else is joining us?
Tom: Bring whoever you want. I think Janie would love that, too, right?
Emily: Yes, she loves to cook!
Tom: Great! Let’s do this. The more, the merrier.
Emily: I’ll contact the others and let them know about it. Thanks for inviting me, Tom!
Tom: Anytime, Emily. Learning to cook with friends is more fun than doing it alone.