Read the five reviews. Work with your group and decide what the critic has just eaten.
For each review:
- Choose the most likely dish.
- Underline three words or phrases that helped you.
- Be prepared to explain your answer.
- If you disagree, explain what else the dish could be.
Use these expressions:
- We think the dish is…
- The strongest clue is…
- The reference to ___ made us think of…
- It could be…, although…
- We ruled out… because…
- Another possibility is…
Possible dishes
- chicken tikka masala
- dim sum
- fish and chips
- haggis with neeps and tatties
- Pad Thai
- pizza
- ramen
- sushi
- tacos
- tiramisu
Set B
1
I’m not sure it’s possible to eat those elegantly, but I’d happily make a mess again. The filling was juicy, spicy and full of smoky flavour, while the crisp vegetables and fresh herbs kept everything lively. That final squeeze of lime made all the difference. Each mouthful was slightly different from the one before.
We think it is: ______________________________
Our strongest clues:
2
That was exactly what I needed on a cold day. The broth was rich, savoury and full of depth—it tasted as though it had been developing for hours. The noodles retained a satisfying chew, the meat was wonderfully tender, and the egg had a beautifully soft, creamy centre. By the end, I wanted to pick up the bowl and drink every last drop.
We think it is: ______________________________
Our strongest clues:
3
It may not be the most elegant-looking plate, but it has real character. The main element was crumbly, peppery and deeply savoury. Alongside it, the two vegetable purées were smooth, mild and slightly sweet, providing a welcome contrast. The rich sauce pulled the whole thing together beautifully.
We think it is: ______________________________
Our strongest clues:
4
I knew from the blistered, slightly charred crust that this was going to be good. The base was thin and crisp around the edges but remained pleasantly chewy towards the centre. The tomato sauce provided brightness and acidity, cutting through the richness of the melted cheese. Simple, familiar and beautifully executed.
We think it is: ______________________________
Our strongest clues:
5
That was an exceptionally good way to finish. The first spoonful was soft, cool and creamy, but the coffee-soaked sponge kept it from feeling too rich. I loved the contrast between the sweet mascarpone and the bitter cocoa dusted over the top. It looked quite substantial, yet the texture was surprisingly light and airy.
We think it is: ______________________________
Our strongest clues: