Learn English Meaning of 'Secret Menu'

Date: May 10 2017

Intro

What do you order when you get fast food? Do you get the same items every time? Maybe, you would like to try something new and mouthwatering from the “secret menu.” According to word on the street, you can get some secret new recipes at popular restaurants. Some people think it’s a great idea to modify old recipes. However, others think restaurants are going overboard. What do you think? Listen to Andy and Dominique talk about the secret menu!

Vocab

go overboard expr.

Definition

Example I love shopping, but it's important to not go overboard and buy everything!

Example Mom went a bit overboard for my sister's birthday. She even decorated our yard!

Example Look out! Steve may have gone overboard when he went shopping for your birthday present.

item n.

Definition

Example My favorite item on the Starbucks menu is the vanilla latte.

mouthwatering adj.

Definition

Example Oh my gosh, this cupcake is mouthwatering!

word on the street expr.

Definition

Example Sarah told me that word on the street is you're leaving town soon. Is that true?

modify v.

Definition

Example Your dress is perfect. You shouldn't modify it at all.

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Quiz

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Discussion

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Have you ever tried a secret menu item? What is your favorite drink to get from Starbucks?

Comments

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Ministrelia

Russian Federation

I have never heard about a secret menu! As for Starbucks, it is my favourite cafe and my favourite drink is cappucinno or latte.

hermitlady

China

I would think I was a man who isn’t interested in food and drink so much. Usually, I have the simple food, light food with little oil and little salt, mostly vegetables.