Cooking & Recipe Sharing
Discussions about cooking techniques, sharing recipes, meal planning, kitchen equipment, food preparation, cooking challenges, dietary preferences, and culinary experiences.
Situations
Choose from 5 conversations to practice
Sharing a Beloved Family Recipe
Two friends or colleagues are discussing their favorite home-cooked meals, and one decides to share a detailed recipe for a dish that has been in their family for generations, explaining ingredients and steps.
Troubleshooting a Cooking Disaster
Someone has attempted to cook a new dish but it didn't turn out as expected (e.g., too salty, burnt, wrong texture). They are asking for advice from a more experienced cook on how to fix it or what went wrong.
Comparing Kitchen Gadgets and Equipment
Friends or neighbors are discussing recent kitchen appliance purchases (e.g., air fryer, stand mixer, pressure cooker), comparing brands, features, pros and cons, and recommending certain models.
Planning a Theme Dinner Party Menu
A group of friends is planning a theme dinner party (e.g., Italian night, vegan feast, holiday meal) and collaborating on the menu, discussing appetizers, main courses, desserts, and drinks, considering dietary restrictions.
Discussing Healthy Ingredient Swaps
Two individuals, possibly with different dietary goals or restrictions, are discussing ways to make classic recipes healthier by substituting ingredients (e.g., using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, whole wheat flour for white flour, sugar alternatives).