A Listen and Do
Listen to the dialog and fill in the blanks.
Script
W :
I’d like to introduce general kinds of traditional Korean food.
This picture shows typical main dishes and side dishes.
M :
Wow! There are so many different kinds of food!
W :
Yes. As you can see, Koreans enjoy different cooking styles.
M :
Wow! This is quite a spread.
What is the main dish?
W :
The staple food of Koreans is bap, steamed rice.
It may also include some other grains.
M :
I see.
Hmm... isn’t this kimchi?
W :
Yes, it is.
Kimchi is fermented vegetables seasoned with red pepper, garlic, green onion, and salt-fermented seafood.
M :
How does it taste?
Is it spicy?
W :
Yes. I’m afraid that a lot of people from other countries only think of kimchi as spicy food.
Actually, it has a lot of vitamins and fiber.
M :
Oh, so that’s why kimchi is called a health food.
B Listen and Write
Listen to the dialog and complete the menu section about bibimbap.
Script
M :
I’m getting kind of hungry.
W :
Then, I’d recommend bibimbap.
M :
What is bibimbap?
W :
Bibimbap is a bowl of rice mixed with meat and vegetables.
M :
Oh, I think I had bibimbap on my flight to Korea.
W :
You probably did.
Bibimbap is one of the most popular in-flight meals.
Even some Hollywood celebrities have tried it for their health.
M :
Maybe it’s popular because it’s nutritious.
W :
You’re right.
It’s made with different vegetables, beef, eggs, or seafood.
It also has some red pepper paste and sesame oil or soy sauce.
M :
That sounds really good.
It’s making me hungry.