🔥"Describe your favourite food at a traditional festival or a special event in your country"IELTS SPEAKING PART 2,3: Bài mẫu kèm từ vựng

Bên cạnh Hướng dẫn đề thi IELTS 21/11/2020 bài WRITING TASK 1 (map) về school library (kèm bài sửa cho HS đi thi), IELTS TUTOR Phân tích đề "Describe a kind of food people eat during special event"IELTS SPEAKING PART 2,3: Bài mẫu kèm từ vựng

Describe your favourite food at a traditional festival or a special event in your country
You should say:
what the food is
what event people usually eat it
how it is cooked
And explain why it is for the special event.

IELTS TUTOR gợi ý bài tham khảo:

Today, I would like to tell you about Chung cake, a traditional Vietnamese dish that holds significant cultural value. This is a unique type of rice cake made from glutinous rice, mung beans, pork, and other flavorful ingredients, all wrapped carefully in dong leaves—a kind of broad leaf that imparts a distinct aroma to the dish.

People typically eat Chung cake during Tet Holiday, which is the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. This event is the most important celebration in Vietnam, symbolizing the start of a new year and a time for family reunions. Chung cake is a staple on every Tet dining table and is often used as an offering to ancestors during the holiday rituals.>> Form đăng kí giải đề thi thật IELTS 4 kĩ năng kèm bài giải bộ đề 100 đề PART 2 IELTS SPEAKING quý đang thi (update hàng tuần) từ IELTS TUTOR

Making Chung cake is a meticulous process that involves soaking glutinous rice, steaming mung beans, and layering them with seasoned pork before wrapping everything tightly in dong leaves and boiling it for hours. This time-consuming tradition often brings families together, turning the preparation into a meaningful bonding experience.

Chung cake is considered special for many reasons. Firstly, its square shape is said to represent the Earth in Vietnamese culture, symbolizing harmony, balance, and the connection between humans and nature. This belief stems from ancient Vietnamese cosmology, which emphasizes the importance of living in accordance with natural and universal principles. Additionally, it embodies family traditions, as its preparation is passed down through generations. Eating Chung cake during Tet not only satisfies the palate but also reminds people of their cultural roots and the value of family unity.

What are the popular foods in your country (Vietnam)?

Vietnamese cuisine is known for its harmonious blend of flavors (sự kết hợp hài hòa của hương vị – a perfect balance of different tastes), with dishes that emphasize freshness and balance. A prime example is pho, a staple dish (phở, một món ăn chủ lực – pho, an essential and widely consumed dish), which consists of a rich broth, rice noodles, and tender beef or chicken. Another favorite is banh mi, a fusion of French and Vietnamese culinary traditions (bánh mì, sự kết hợp giữa ẩm thực Pháp và Việt Nam – banh mi, a dish that blends French baguette with Vietnamese ingredients), featuring a crispy baguette stuffed with savory fillings.

Street food culture is also a defining aspect of Vietnamese gastronomy, offering an array of affordable yet delectable options (những lựa chọn vừa rẻ vừa ngon – food choices that are both inexpensive and delicious). Dishes such as bun cha, a grilled pork noodle dish (bún chả, một món bún thịt nướng – a dish made of grilled pork and vermicelli noodles) and goi cuon, or fresh spring rolls (gỏi cuốn, hay còn gọi là nem cuốn tươi – translucent rice paper rolls filled with fresh ingredients), are widely enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. The variety of ingredients and regional specialties make Vietnamese food a culinary delight for all palates (một trải nghiệm ẩm thực hấp dẫn cho mọi khẩu vị – a rich and enjoyable food experience for different tastes).

New Vocabulary:

1. Harmonious blend of flavors – sự kết hợp hài hòa của hương vị
2. Pho, a staple dish – phở, một món ăn chủ lực
3. Banh mi, a fusion of French and Vietnamese culinary traditions – bánh mì, sự kết hợp giữa ẩm thực Pháp và Việt Nam
4. Affordable yet delectable options – những lựa chọn vừa rẻ vừa ngon
5. Bun cha, a grilled pork noodle dish – bún chả, một món bún thịt nướng
6. Goi cuon, or fresh spring rolls – gỏi cuốn, hay còn gọi là nem cuốn tươi
7. A culinary delight for all palates – một trải nghiệm ẩm thực hấp dẫn cho mọi khẩu vị

Synonyms & Antonyms:

• Harmonious blend of flavors → Well-balanced taste, flavorful combination, perfect fusion | ≠ Overpowering taste, unbalanced mix, excessive seasoning
• Affordable yet delectable options → Budget-friendly yet tasty dishes, inexpensive yet flavorful meals, economical but delicious food | ≠ Overpriced dishes, bland and costly meals, unaffordable food choices
• A culinary delight for all palates → A gastronomic treat, a feast for the senses, a flavorful experience | ≠ A disappointing meal, an unappetizing dish, a dull dining experience

Difficult Grammar Structures:

1. Relative Clause: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ "Vietnamese cuisine, which is widely praised for its rich flavors, is a favorite among food enthusiasts." (Ẩm thực Việt Nam, được ca ngợi rộng rãi vì hương vị phong phú, là một món ăn yêu thích của những người đam mê ẩm thực.)
2. Inversion: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ "Not only does Vietnamese food focus on taste, but it also emphasizes nutrition and balance." (Không chỉ ẩm thực Việt Nam tập trung vào hương vị, mà còn nhấn mạnh vào dinh dưỡng và sự cân bằng.)
3. Conditional Sentence: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ "If you ever visit Vietnam, you should definitely try pho, as it is a must-try dish." (Nếu bạn từng đến Việt Nam, bạn chắc chắn nên thử phở, vì nó là một món ăn không thể bỏ qua.)

Is food important in special events?

Food plays a pivotal role (vai trò quan trọng – an essential or central role) in special occasions as it brings people together and enhances the festive atmosphere. In Vietnam, dishes like sticky rice cakes, a symbol of prosperity (bánh chưng, biểu tượng của sự thịnh vượng – traditional rice cakes representing wealth and good fortune) are a must-have during Lunar New Year. Additionally, food helps to preserve cultural identity (bảo tồn bản sắc văn hóa – maintain traditional customs and heritage), as many festivals revolve around specific dishes that have been passed down for generations.

Beyond traditions, food serves as a means of expressing love and hospitality (thể hiện tình yêu và lòng hiếu khách – showing care and generosity to others). For instance, at weddings, hosts provide lavish banquets with multiple courses (tiệc xa hoa với nhiều món ăn – extravagant meals consisting of several dishes) to ensure guests have a memorable experience. Similarly, birthdays and family reunions often feature signature homemade dishes (các món ăn gia đình đặc trưng – special meals prepared with family recipes), reinforcing emotional bonds. Thus, food is not just nourishment but a cultural and emotional connector (cầu nối văn hóa và cảm xúc – something that unites people through traditions and shared experiences).>> Form đăng kí giải đề thi thật IELTS 4 kĩ năng kèm bài giải bộ đề 100 đề PART 2 IELTS SPEAKING quý đang thi (update hàng tuần) từ IELTS TUTOR

New Vocabulary:

1. Pivotal role – vai trò quan trọng
2. Sticky rice cakes, a symbol of prosperity – bánh chưng, biểu tượng của sự thịnh vượng
3. Preserve cultural identity – bảo tồn bản sắc văn hóa
4. Expressing love and hospitality – thể hiện tình yêu và lòng hiếu khách
5. Lavish banquets with multiple courses – tiệc xa hoa với nhiều món ăn
6. Signature homemade dishes – các món ăn gia đình đặc trưng
7. Cultural and emotional connector – cầu nối văn hóa và cảm xúc

Synonyms & Antonyms:

• Pivotal role → Crucial role, significant role, essential function | ≠ Minor role, unimportant function, secondary role
• Preserve cultural identity → Maintain traditions, uphold heritage, safeguard customs | ≠ Lose cultural identity, abandon traditions, erase heritage
• Lavish banquets with multiple courses → Opulent feasts, extravagant meals, grand dining events | ≠ Simple meals, modest gatherings, plain dinners

Difficult Grammar Structures:

1. Cleft Sentence: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "What makes special occasions unforgettable is the role of food in bringing people together." (Điều làm cho các dịp đặc biệt trở nên đáng nhớ chính là vai trò của thực phẩm trong việc gắn kết mọi người.)
2. Passive Voice: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "Traditional dishes have been passed down for generations, preserving cultural identity." (Các món ăn truyền thống đã được truyền từ thế hệ này sang thế hệ khác, bảo tồn bản sắc văn hóa.)
3. Complex Sentence: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "While food is essential for survival, it also plays a deeper role in strengthening social bonds during celebrations." (Mặc dù thực phẩm cần thiết cho sự tồn tại, nó cũng đóng vai trò sâu sắc hơn trong việc củng cố mối quan hệ xã hội trong các lễ kỷ niệm.)

How has cuisine changed in your country in recent years?

Vietnamese cuisine has evolved significantly due to globalization, leading to the fusion of traditional and modern flavors (sự pha trộn giữa hương vị truyền thống và hiện đại – the blending of classic and contemporary tastes). One example is the adaptation of Vietnamese coffee culture (văn hóa cà phê Việt Nam – the way coffee is enjoyed in Vietnam), where classic black coffee now coexists with trendy drinks like egg coffee and coconut coffee. Similarly, traditional street food has been modified to appeal to younger generations, such as banh mi with unconventional fillings (bánh mì với nhân không truyền thống – banh mi with innovative ingredients).

Another major shift is the rising demand for health-conscious dining options (lựa chọn ăn uống có lợi cho sức khỏe – food that promotes well-being), as people become more aware of their dietary habits. This has led to an increase in plant-based meals (bữa ăn dựa trên thực vật – dishes made primarily from vegetables and non-meat ingredients), with restaurants offering vegetarian versions of classic dishes like pho and spring rolls. Furthermore, the growing popularity of organic and locally sourced ingredients (thành phần hữu cơ và có nguồn gốc địa phương – food grown naturally and purchased from nearby farms) reflects a shift toward more sustainable eating habits.

New Vocabulary:

1. Fusion of traditional and modern flavors – sự pha trộn giữa hương vị truyền thống và hiện đại
2. Vietnamese coffee culture – văn hóa cà phê Việt Nam
3. Banh mi with unconventional fillings – bánh mì với nhân không truyền thống
4. Health-conscious dining options – lựa chọn ăn uống có lợi cho sức khỏe
5. Plant-based meals – bữa ăn dựa trên thực vật
6. Organic and locally sourced ingredients – thành phần hữu cơ và có nguồn gốc địa phương

Synonyms & Antonyms:

• Fusion of traditional and modern flavors → Blending of old and new tastes, combination of classic and contemporary food, integration of past and present flavors | ≠ Strictly traditional dishes, unchanged culinary practices, refusal to adapt new influences
• Health-conscious dining options → Nutritious food choices, wellness-focused meals, balanced diet alternatives | ≠ Unhealthy food, processed meals, junk food options
• Organic and locally sourced ingredients → Natural farm produce, fresh local ingredients, sustainable food sources | ≠ Artificial ingredients, mass-produced food, imported processed products

Difficult Grammar Structures:

1. Comparative Sentence: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "Vietnamese cuisine is now more diverse than ever, thanks to the fusion of global influences." (Ẩm thực Việt Nam hiện đa dạng hơn bao giờ hết nhờ sự pha trộn của các ảnh hưởng toàn cầu.)
2. Present Perfect Continuous: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "People have been shifting towards healthier diets in recent years due to increasing health awareness." (Mọi người đã và đang chuyển sang chế độ ăn uống lành mạnh hơn trong những năm gần đây do nhận thức về sức khỏe ngày càng tăng.)
3. Parallel Structure: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "Restaurants now focus on organic ingredients, plant-based meals, and sustainable cooking methods." (Các nhà hàng hiện tập trung vào nguyên liệu hữu cơ, bữa ăn từ thực vật và phương pháp nấu ăn bền vững.)

How has globalization affected food? What are its benefits and drawbacks?

Globalization has led to the intermingling of culinary traditions (sự hòa trộn của các truyền thống ẩm thực – the blending of food cultures from different countries), making international cuisines more accessible. In Vietnam, foreign influences have given rise to hybrid dishes (món ăn kết hợp – food that mixes ingredients or cooking methods from different cultures), such as pho with cheese or sushi with Vietnamese flavors. This exposure has also broadened people's palates, allowing them to appreciate a wider variety of flavors.

However, globalization has also resulted in the erosion of culinary heritage (sự mai một của di sản ẩm thực – the gradual loss of traditional food culture), as local dishes are sometimes overshadowed by fast food chains. For example, many youngsters now prefer processed convenience food (thực phẩm chế biến sẵn – pre-packaged meals requiring little preparation), which can diminish the demand for authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Additionally, the widespread consumption of imported foodstuffs (thực phẩm nhập khẩu – food products brought from other countries), while convenient, often harms local farmers who struggle to compete with large international brands.

New Vocabulary:

1. Intermingling of culinary traditions – sự hòa trộn của các truyền thống ẩm thực
2. Hybrid dishes – món ăn kết hợp
3. Erosion of culinary heritage – sự mai một của di sản ẩm thực
4. Processed convenience food – thực phẩm chế biến sẵn
5. Imported foodstuffs – thực phẩm nhập khẩu

Synonyms & Antonyms:

• Intermingling of culinary traditions → Fusion of cuisines, integration of food cultures, blending of culinary influences | ≠ Preservation of traditional food, isolation of food cultures, culinary stagnation
• Processed convenience food → Pre-packaged meals, ready-to-eat food, instant food products | ≠ Home-cooked meals, fresh food, natural food ingredients
• Imported foodstuffs → Foreign food products, overseas food supplies, internationally sourced ingredients | ≠ Locally grown food, domestic produce, homegrown ingredients

Difficult Grammar Structures:

1. Relative Clause: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "Globalization, which has made international cuisines more accessible, has significantly changed people’s eating habits." (Toàn cầu hóa, điều đã làm cho các nền ẩm thực quốc tế dễ tiếp cận hơn, đã thay đổi đáng kể thói quen ăn uống của con người.)
2. Conditional Sentence (Type 2): IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​  "If people relied too much on imported food, it would threaten the livelihood of local farmers." (Nếu mọi người phụ thuộc quá nhiều vào thực phẩm nhập khẩu, điều đó sẽ đe dọa sinh kế của nông dân địa phương.)

How has technology changed the way we eat?

Technology has revolutionized dining habits by introducing automated food preparation (chuẩn bị thực phẩm tự động – using machines to cook or process food), which saves time and effort. Many restaurants now use smart kitchen appliances (thiết bị nhà bếp thông minh – cooking tools with advanced technology), such as air fryers and robotic coffee machines, to enhance efficiency. Moreover, food delivery apps have made it possible to order meals at the touch of a button, reducing the need for home cooking.

At the same time, technological advancements have led to lab-grown meat alternatives (thịt nhân tạo – synthetic meat developed in laboratories), which aim to address environmental concerns. These alternatives provide a more sustainable food source and appeal to health-conscious consumers. However, some people are skeptical about genetically modified ingredients (thành phần biến đổi gen – food products altered at a genetic level), fearing potential health risks. Despite this, technology continues to shape the future of food by offering both convenience and innovation.

New Vocabulary:

1. Automated food preparation – chuẩn bị thực phẩm tự động
2. Smart kitchen appliances – thiết bị nhà bếp thông minh
3. Lab-grown meat alternatives – thịt nhân tạo
4. Genetically modified ingredients – thành phần biến đổi gen

Synonyms & Antonyms:

• Automated food preparation → IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ Robotic cooking, AI-assisted meal making, high-tech food processing | ≠ Manual food preparation, traditional cooking methods, handmade meals
• Lab-grown meat alternatives → IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ Artificial meat, synthetic meat, cultured meat | ≠ Organic meat, naturally farmed meat, pasture-raised meat
• Genetically modified ingredients → IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ Bioengineered food, altered food components, synthetic food substances | ≠ Natural food, organic ingredients, unprocessed food products

Difficult Grammar Structures:

1. Complex Sentence with Contrast: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "While food technology has made cooking more convenient, some people worry about the potential health risks of genetically modified ingredients." (Mặc dù công nghệ thực phẩm đã giúp việc nấu ăn trở nên tiện lợi hơn, một số người lo ngại về những rủi ro sức khỏe tiềm ẩn của các thành phần biến đổi gen.)
2. Passive Voice: IELTS TUTOR xét ví dụ​ "Lab-grown meat alternatives are being developed to reduce environmental impact." (Các loại thịt nhân tạo đang được phát triển nhằm giảm tác động đến môi trường.)

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