Getting something to eat. Tapescript.

PART I D. YOU WILL HEAR 3 CONVERSATIONS. IN THE FIRST ONE, A MAN IS CALLING A RESTAURANT TO RESERVE A TABLE. THE SECOND AND THIRD ONES TAKE PLACE AT A RESTAURANT.

-Good evening Le Cuisinier.

-Hello, I'd like to make a reservation for next Saturday night.

-All right. How many are there in your party, sir, and what time would you like to Come?

-At 7: 30, and there’ll be 4 of us.

-Just a moment, please... I'm afraid I don't have anything for four at 7.30. Would 8.00 be all right?

-Yes, it would.

-Your name, please.

-Novak.

-All right, Mr.Novak I've reserved a table for a party of four at 8.00 this coming Saturday.

-Thank you. Goodbye.

-Goodbye.

Woman: Oh, it's lovely!

Man: Mm, it smells wonderful! Shall we find a table?

Woman :No, the sign says "Please wait to be seated," so someone' II come and show us to a table. Here she comes now.

Hostess: Good-evening. Two?

-We're expecting two more in a few minutes. So there’ll be four of us.

-Then I 'm afraid it’ll be about 10 minutes before I can seat you. Would you like to have a cocktail in our lounge while you 're waiting?

-Oh, yes, let's do that.

-I'll let you know when your table's ready.

Mary: Excuse me, would you mind not smoking?

Paul: Oh, I'm sorry, I didn't realize it was bothering you. I'll just finish this cigarette....

-I'd appreciate it if you'd put it out now. I'm allergic to smoke.

-All right, all right, you win lady.

PART I E. TWO PEOPLE WHO WORK TOGETHER ARE ON THEIR LUNCH HOUR AT A SMALL RESTAURANT NEAR THE OFFICE.

George: Hmm, there's not much on the menu here. The beef-kabob sounds good, though.

Becky: Yes, it does, but I think I'm just going to have a sandwich today. Maybe even just half of one.

Waitress: Are you ready to order?

-Yes, I think so.

-Do you want that on separate checks?

-Oh, no, one’ll be fine. It's on me today, Becky.

-Well, thanks, George. I'll treat you next time. Uh, I'll take

half a French dip sandwich- go easy on the mayo -and I'll have a cup of coffee with cream.

-And I'll have the beef-kabob.

-Okay. Anything to drink?

-What kind of beer do you have?

-We have Schlitz on tap, and Lowenbrau, Budweiser and Mischelob in bottles.

-A glass of Schlitz, please.

-Okay, and what kind of dressing would you like on your salad, ma'am? We have French Thousand Island and blue cheese.

-Blue cheese’ll be fine.

-Okay, thank you.

PART II C. You will hear 3 conversations in the restaurant. Listen to the way people ask the waiter about things on the menu.

Waiter : Have you decided, sir?

Customer: Not quite. What's chicken teriyaki?

-It's white meat - boneless chicken breast marinated in a brown sauce that's a little bit sweet, and charbroiled for just a few minutes, so it's still juicy. It's really very good.

-It sounds good, all right. I'll take your word for it and try some.

-All right, one chicken teriyaki.

-May I take your order?

-I think so... What are the stuffed mushrooms like.?

-They're mushrooms filled with bread and cheese mixed with herbs and spices, and then baked. They 're served warm. Would you like to try some?

-No, thank you. I'll just have the sirloin, medium-rare, please.

-Are you ready for dessert?

-Yes I believe so. What's your cheesecake like?

-It's a very rich and creamy cheesecake, and comes with whipped cream on top. Can I bring you a piece?

-Oh, yes, that sounds delicious.

HERE ARE 2 CONVERSATIONS THAT MIGHT TAKE PLACE WHEN YOU WANT TO GO GROCERY SHOPPING. IN THE FIRST ONE, TWO PEOPLE ARE LOOKING IN THE PAPER TO SEE WHAT THE SPECIALS ARE. THEY ARE MAKING A SHOPPING LIST.

Jeff: I've checked the kitchen and made a list of the things we're out of.

Melinda: Okay... Kienow's has baked beans on special at 98 c for a large can. Let's pick some up while we're there.

- Okay... We need some coffee- is there anything on sale?

-Let's see... Yeah, S & W Colombian is on for $2.59 a pound. That ' s pretty good .

-Sure is. What else have they got?

-Popcorn's cheap- two pounds for 79c , and I think we're out.

-Yeah, we are. I used the last of it on Sunday. Anything else?

- Their TV dinners are on sale, too, but who cares?

- No, thanks! Let's go!

( Tapescript taken from " How to Survive in the USA . English for travelers and newcomers." By N. Church and A. Moss)