Comparing Dishes at a Potluck
Friends who brought different dishes to a potluck share photos of their creations, playfully comparing them and discussing ingredients or cooking techniques.
朋友们在百乐餐上带了不同的菜肴，分享他们作品的照片，开玩笑地比较它们，并讨论食材或烹饪技巧。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
potluck
A potluck is a party where everyone brings a dish to share with others. It's a fun way to enjoy different foods together.
potluck 是一种派对，每个人都带一道菜来与他人分享。这是一起享用各种食物的一种有趣方式。
marinade
A marinade is a liquid mixture of flavors, like spices and oil, used to soak meat or vegetables before cooking to add taste.
腌渍汁是一种液体混合物，含有香料和油等风味，用于在烹饪前浸泡肉类或蔬菜以增添味道。
humble
Humble means simple or not fancy. Use it to describe something modest, like 'humble beginnings' or simple food.
Humble 意思是简单或不奢华。用它来描述谦虚的事物，比如 'humble beginnings' 或简单的食物。
quinoa
Quinoa is a healthy seed that looks like a grain, often used in salads. It's popular in healthy eating because it's full of protein.
藜麦是一种看起来像谷物的健康种子，常用于沙拉中。它在健康饮食中很受欢迎，因为它富含蛋白质。
nutrients
Nutrients are vitamins and minerals in food that keep your body healthy. Foods like vegetables are packed with nutrients.
营养素是食物中的维生素和矿物质，能保持身体健康。像蔬菜这样的食物充满了营养素。
comfort food
Comfort food is simple, familiar food that makes you feel happy and relaxed, like mac and cheese on a cold day.
慰藉食物是简单、熟悉的食物，能让你感到快乐和放松，比如在寒冷的日子吃通心粉奶酪。
crowd-pleaser
A crowd-pleaser is something that most people like and enjoy. Use it for food or activities that are popular with a group.
讨好大众的东西是大多数人喜欢和享受的东西。用它来指一群人中受欢迎的食物或活动。
zing
Zing means a sharp, exciting flavor or energy. It's used for spicy or tangy tastes that add excitement to food.
Zing 意为一种尖锐、令人兴奋的味道或能量。它用于辣的或酸的味道，这些味道为食物增添兴奋感。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I'll kick us off!
This means 'I'll start us off' or begin the activity. It's a casual way to volunteer first in a group, useful for starting conversations at parties. The phrasal verb 'kick off' shows informal initiative.
这意味着‘我来开始’或开始活动。这是群体中随意地第一个自愿的方式，在派对上开始对话很有用。短语动词‘kick off’显示非正式的主动性。
Those look incredible!
This is a strong compliment meaning 'They look amazing!' Use it to praise food or photos positively. It's useful in social settings to show enthusiasm and build rapport.
这是一个强烈的赞美，意思是‘它们看起来太棒了！’用于积极赞美食物或照片。在社交场合中用于展示热情并建立融洽关系。
Mine are just humble mini quiches, but they're made with farm-fresh eggs.
This sentence humbly describes simple food while highlighting quality ingredients. 'But' contrasts modesty with positives. Practice this to talk about your cooking modestly yet proudly in sharing situations.
这个句子谦虚地描述简单食物，同时强调优质食材。“但是”对比了谦虚与积极方面。练习这个，在分享场合谦虚却自豪地谈论你的烹饪。
Can't go wrong with comfort food, right?
This agrees that something reliable is safe to choose, seeking confirmation with 'right?'. It's a rhetorical question for casual agreement. Use it when recommending familiar, enjoyable food.
这表示同意可靠的东西是安全的选项，通过'对吧？'寻求确认。它是一个修辞性问题，用于寻求随意同意。在推荐熟悉且愉快的食物时使用。
You got it!
This means 'You guessed correctly!' or confirms understanding. It's informal and quick for positive responses. Useful in conversations to acknowledge someone's correct guess about details like ingredients.
这意味着“你猜对了！”或确认理解。它是非正式的、快速的正面回应。在对话中用于承认某人关于成分等细节的正确猜测很有用。
What's your secret ingredient for that kick?
This asks for a special tip that adds flavor ('kick' means spicy punch). It's engaging for recipe discussions. Use it to show interest in cooking techniques during food sharing.
这是一个询问添加风味的特殊提示的表达（'kick' 意为辣劲）。适合食谱讨论中使用。它可以用于在分享食物时表现出对烹饪技巧的兴趣。
We've got a fantastic spread here!
This praises the variety of food on the table ('spread' means assortment). It's positive and inclusive for group events. Useful at potlucks to appreciate everyone's contributions.
这赞美了桌上食物的多样性（'spread' 意为各种食物）。它积极且包容，适合团体活动。在自助餐聚会上用于欣赏每个人的贡献很有用。