taiwanese-snacks-reading-comprehension-exercises_136683.pptx

taiwanese-snacks-reading-comprehension-exercises_136683.pptx

1. THE CHARM OF TAIWAN WELCOME TO TAIWAN! Taiwan has lots of natural and cultural resources to offer. In terms of nature, due to continuous platonic movements, Taiwan’s landscapes are quite diverse. FOOD ATTRACTION FESTIVALS

2. SNACKS Learning Objectives Goal: to learn words and phrases that will help you give a general introduction of various Taiwanese dishes and festivals. Skills we will focus on today: conversation

3. Taiwanese foods we can't live without GOURMET CUISINE Taiwanese people like to put food on their priority list. It is said that when you are on a street here, walk three steps and you shall find a small bistro. Walk five steps and you shall see a big restaurant. These places serve all kinds of cuisine, from northern-style to southern-style. Any food you think of can virtually be found in this country. I love you more than I've ever loved any food . And I've waited longer for than I've waited for any snacks .

4. Braised pork rice I don’t think there’s any debate on this issue. Lu rou fan (滷肉饭) is one of THE most beloved Taiwanese comfort foods. Second only perhaps to a piping bowl of beef noodle soup (and even then, a very close second).

5. one of the most simple and most locally loved dishes is lu rou fan( 滷肉飯 ) In the old days, eating meat was often a luxury. How does one feed an entire family in the rare moment one has a small piece of pork to work with? You cut it into small pieces, braise it for a long time to create a savory braised meat sauce that’s bursting with flavor, and mix it with lots of steaming, comforting rice so the whole family can enjoy it. Genius.

6. SNACKS Oyster omelet Taiwanese oyster omelets (or "pancakes," as they're sometimes translated) have roots in Fujianese cuisine. They share some similarities with the Japanese okonomiyaki . Sea-fresh oysters are an important ingredient in this popular snack, available at just about every night market in Taiwan.

7. Oyster Omelet The oysters are coated in potato starch and tapioca. Eggs and leafy vegetables are added to the mixture, which is skillet fried over a high flame. A sweet and sour sauce further adds to the addictively delicious taste.

8. SNACKS BUBBLE TEA Bubble tea represents the "QQ" food texture that Taiwanese love. The phrase refers to something that is especially chewy, like the tapioca balls that form the "bubbles" in bubble tea. It's said this unusual drink was invented out of boredom.

9. Chun Shui Tang and Hanlin Tea Room both claim to have invented bubble tea by combining sweetened tapioca pudding (a popular Taiwanese dessert) with tea. Today the city is filled with bubble tea joints. Variations on the theme include taro-flavored tea, jasmine tea and coffee, served cold or hot.

10. Shaved ice One good thing about the hot, humid and stormy Taiwan summers? It's a great excuse to eat shaved ice mountain. A pile of shaved ice is heaped with fresh fruit and flavorings, such as mango pieces, juice and sweet condensed milk.

11. Ba wan (Giant meat dumplings) Ba wan is a Taiwanese mega-dumpling. Made with a dough of rice flour, corn starch and sweet potato starch, it looks almost translucent after cooking. Pork, veggies and sometimes eggs are stuffed inside and gravy poured on top. A small staff inside the wet market in Kaoshiung's Hunei District offers freshly handmade ba wan. Bear in mind they usually sell out before noon.

12. BEEF NOODLES You know a dish is an obsession when it gets its own festival. Beef noodle soup inspires competitiveness and innovation in Taiwanese chefs. Everyone wants to claim the "beef noodle king" title. Whether you're visiting the trendy Pin Chuan Lan's rib-eye steak noodle restaurant or have made a foray into the first makeshift noodle shack you spot, it's almost impossible to have a bad beef noodle experience in Taiwan.

13. Taiwanese-Style Wheel pies Animal shaped egg pancakes I love you more than I've ever loved any woman. And I've waited longer for you than I've waited for any woman. I love you more than I've ever loved any woman. And I've waited longer for you than I've waited for any woman. Wheel pie is a common street snack in Taiwan, similar to the Japanese snack. It's often solf by street vendors. They ususally start their business in the afternoon at 3pm or 4 pm. It is made of starch and fillings. The most common fillings you would find on the street are cream, red bean, sesame, and pickled radish. Taro and peanut are popular too.

14. SNACK Taiwanese popcorn chicken Taiwanese popcorn chicken is an addictive night market snack from Taiwan. Like all good street foods, it has made its way into the cultural fabric of Taiwan and is now served in restaurants in Taiwan and all over the world. They’re a super crunchy, deeply savory, absolutely addictive snack, and probably one of the best things to ever come out of Taiwan.

15. Parker is an American. Lin is Taiwanese. Lin is trying to encourage Parker to come for a visit. Lin : Hey, Parker. You should come to Taiwan to visit me. Parker: Hmm…I would like to, but… Lin : Come on, Taiwan is a great place to visit. You would like it. Parker: Why do you say that? Lin : We have many delicious drinks and dishes, like Stinky tofu , bubble tea and shaved ice. Parker: I know about bubble tea, but I have never heard of the other two. What are they? Lin : Stinky tofu is fried pickled tofu with sauce and pickled vegetables. It has a strong smell but it is extremely yummy. Shaved ice is ice with syrup and fruit or bean toppings. Parker: It sure sounds good, but…. Lin : We also have special cultural activities, such as the PingxiSky Lantern and Moon Festivals. Parker: I am familiar with the Moon Festival. People eat moon cakes that day. I also know about the traditional lanterns, but what are Sky Lanterns? Lin : They’re huge lanterns that you can write a wish on. You light candles inside them and then, the lanterns start to float because of the hot air inside. The longer and higher the lanterns float, the greater chance there is that your wish will come true. Parker: Wow, that’s cool! Lin : See, Taiwan is an awesome country. It’s worth visiting, trust me!

16. PRACTICE: ROLE PLAY Now, pretend that you are a Taiwanese businessman and you want to describe Taiwan to your Australiancustomers.Name some special Taiwanese attractions, and describe them to your customers. Try to provide many interesting details to hold their attention.If you don’t know how to say something, don’t be afraid to ask your teacher for help!

17. Discussion 1.What is your favorite Taiwanese snack? Why? 2.Please choose one of Taiwanese snacks and describe it to your teacher. 3. What is the least favorite Taiwanese snack? Do you think forigners will like it or not? Why?

18. THE CHARM OF TAIWAN THANK YOU Don’t forget to review today’s material!!