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Discuss the facts

1. Americans spend around $3,000 per year eating out.
2. “Restaurant” comes from the French word “restaurer”, which means “to restore”.
3. The average restaurant meal contains over 1,000 calories.
4. The first modern restaurant opened in Paris in the 18th century.
5. McDonald’s is the world’s largest fast food chain, with over 38,000 locations in 119 countries.
6. In Japan, it is considered bad manners to pass food from chopstick to chopstick.
7. A restaurant in Germany replaced chairs with child-sized swings.
8. Food delivery apps like Grubhub and Uber Eats have increased restaurant profits by up to 30%.
9. The busiest day for restaurants in the U.S. is Valentine’s Day.
10. The first drive-through restaurant opened in 1947 in California.

Speaking practice

1. What is your favorite type of cuisine to eat when dining out?
2. Have you ever had a bad experience at a restaurant? Can you tell me about it?
3. Do you prefer eating alone or with company when dining out? Why?
4. How often do you dine out in a typical week?
5. Are there any restaurants in your city that you would recommend to someone visiting for the first time?
6. Have you ever tried any exotic foods while dining out? If so, what was it and how did you like it?
7. Do you think it’s important for restaurants to have vegetarian/vegan options on their menu? Why or why not?
8. What are some factors that influence your decision to choose one restaurant over another?
9. Have you ever worked in the food service industry? If so, can you share any interesting stories from your experience?
10. In your opinion, what makes a great dining experience?