MartaInnocenti - 5 RESTAURANTS - my American friend | Текст песни

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M - Today we're going to talk about RESTAURANTS !
M - Cindy, let’s give our listeners a general overview of what a restaurant experience could be like for them in America.
C - Good idea. Well, in your average American restaurant there is a hostess that will greet you at the entrance and ask the question: ‘’How many in your party?’’
M - ...what?
C - meaning: how many people are in your group? Sometimes there will be a long wait for a table. Some restaurants will give you a small electronic device to hold until your table is ready. It will flash or vibrate when a space opens up. Or they may just suggest you relax in the bar with a drink until your name is called.
M - And then the hostess will walk you to your table. Sometimes they will tell you the name of your SERVER tonight, and that he or she will be right with you.
C - And generally the server will ask you immediately what you would like to drink. You can ask for a moment to think it over. The usual drinks are coffee, sodas (regular & diet) large or small, milk, tea, and water. In some restaurants you can have alcohol like beer, wine or a cocktail along with your meal.
M - and I noticed you're always refilling your drinks! Like water, sodas, even coffee. My glass was never empty.
C – I know, we give FREE REFILLS, it's a great country, isn't it?
M - yeah!
C - Actually it's not true for all restaurants, but the free refill does happen quite often.
M - And in my experience, the drinks are always filled to the top with ice! That may seem strange to foreign travelers.
C - You’re right. It’s common, but you can politely ask for little or no ice in your drink.
M - And not long after the drink order is placed, a basket of bread with butter arrives at your table.
C - Avoid eating the bread, if you’re on a diet! Your server may ask you something confusing like ‘’What can I start you off with tonight?’’
M - ….what...?
C - This means ‘’what would you like for your APPETIZER ?’’ That’s the STARTER, or the first course.
M - You may want to even skip the appetizer because in The States, the ENTREE or MAIN COURSE often comes with a salad and side items. Not to mention the portions can be huge.
C - True. But don't worry because you can always take the LEFTOVERS home in a DOGGY BAG.
M - oh, Cindy, you know what was confusing to me ? The DRESSING ! The waiter asking me “how do you want it dressed?” and I was like “what do you mean?”
C - Dressings are oil and vinegar based sauces poured over a salad to make it more flavorful. Some common salad dressings are Blue Cheese, Italian, French, Thousand Island and Ranch. I always keep it simple and ask for just oil & vinegar.
M - And I remember hearing about specials. Could you explain them?
C - Sure. HOUSE SPECIALS are featured meals for that evening. They may be REGIONAL SPECIALTIES, or meals available at a good price, or dishes showcasing what's IN SEASON at the moment.
M - and in case you have specific dietary needs, make sure you know how to communicate this to your server.
C - right, for example you may be INTOLERANT to certain food products, the three most common food ALLERGIES are : milk, nuts and gluten.
M - what if you don't eat meat?
C - you're called a VEGETARIAN; there are different levels of vegetarianism. If you don't eat any animal products you're called a VEGAN.
M - And what if there’s a problem with my food? For instance my steak is not cooked to my preference, the food is cold, or it’s too spicy?
C - No problem, you can politely send it back to the kitchen. Most restaurants will try hard to keep the customer happy and bring you something you will enjoy.
M - Okay, so now we’ve had our bread, starter/appetizer, a salad, a main course, drink and now it’s time for...
C - Dessert! Desserts are rich and delicious in The States, and again portions may be big so you may want to share a plate between two people.
M - would you like to share one with me?
C - Sure

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