Part 1 · · 18 samples

What is your favorite food?

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Plan your answer

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Ideas to explore

  • Describe a favourite food through its taste and texture, as this answer does with deliciousness and a crispy crust.
  • Explain variety by mentioning how ingredients or toppings can be combined.
  • Add a social reason, such as enjoying a dish with friends and family.

Suggested structure

  1. Name the food directly.
  2. Give a clear reason for liking it.
  3. Add a sensory detail about its texture or ingredients.
  4. Finish with a social or practical reason it appeals to you.
Useful vocabulary & examples
crispy crust
An outside layer of food that is pleasantly crisp.

I especially love the crispy crust.

versatile
Able to suit different uses, preferences, or combinations.

Pizza is delicious and versatile.

a balance of flavours
A pleasing combination in which different tastes work well together.

I like the balance of sauce and cheese.

a dish to share
A meal or food that people can enjoy together.

Pizza is a great dish to share with friends and family.

Sample answers

Band 7 sample

45 words · Source-reported band

My favorite color is green and black. Green is the color of nature, and I love being surrounded by greenery as it boosts my mood and refreshes my mind. Black also suits me well. I love wearing black clothes, and it makes me feel confident.

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Band 7 sample

207 words · Source-reported band

I am a big fan of Turkish cuisine. My favorite food is Manti. It's a dish made with dough and ground meat, not beans. There are a lot of similar dishes in different cultures, but Manti is unique because we fold each piece of dough so tiny. And we serve it with yogurt and a spicy sauce that adds a wonderful flavor. The combination of the soft dough and the savory meat filling creates a delightful texture that I find i…

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Band 7 sample

182 words · Source-reported band

I'm really a big fan of Turkish cuisine, and my favorite food is manti. It's a traditional dish, and it's really important to Turks because we take pride in how we fold each dough piece so delicately. It's a bit tricky to make, and if you're not used to it, you might need to add some practice to get it just right. Manti consists of small dumplings filled with spiced meat, usually lamb or beef, and they are often se…

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