Band 7 Example
Topic: Describe a kind of foreign food you like and you have had
Example
Japanese Sushi Experience What it is I'm going to talk about sushi, which is a traditional Japanese dish that I absolutely adore. Sushi typically consists of vinegared rice accompanied by a variety of ingredients, such as seafood, vegetables, and sometimes tropical fruits. It's often served with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger. When and where you had it The first time I had sushi was about three years ago at a renowned Japanese restaurant in my city. A friend of mine, who is a big fan of Japanese cuisine, invited me to try it out. I was a bit hesitant at first because I had never tried raw fish before, but I decided to give it a go. The restaurant had a very authentic feel, with traditional Japanese decor and a sushi bar where you could watch the chefs at work. Why you like it I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. The flavors were incredibly fresh and delicate, and the combination of textures was unlike anything I had experienced before. The rice was perfectly seasoned, and the fish was melt-in-your-mouth tender. I particularly enjoyed the salmon and tuna nigiri, as well as the California rolls. The wasabi added a nice kick, and the pickled ginger was a great palate cleanser between bites. And explain how you feel about it Since that first experience, sushi has become one of my favorite foods. I love the artistry involved in its preparation and the emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients. It feels like a healthy and light meal, yet it's incredibly satisfying. Whenever I eat sushi, I feel a sense of excitement and anticipation because each piece is like a little work of art. It also reminds me of that first experience with my friend and how it opened my eyes to a whole new world of flavors. Overall, sushi is not just a meal for me; it's an experience that I look forward to every time.
Grammar Analysis
The answer uses a variety of sentence structures, including complex and compound sentences, which enhance the fluency and coherence of the response. For example, "Sushi typically consists of vinegared rice accompanied by a variety of ingredients, such as seafood, vegetables, and sometimes tropical fruits." This sentence effectively uses a complex structure to provide detailed information. The use of past and present tenses is appropriate, reflecting both the initial experience and the ongoing appreciation for sushi, as seen in "The first time I had sushi was about three years ago" and "Since that first experience, sushi has become one of my favorite foods." The answer also includes descriptive language and modifiers, such as "incredibly fresh and delicate" and "melt-in-your-mouth tender," which add depth and vividness to the description.
Vocabulary
  • traditional Japanese dish
  • vinegared rice
  • renowned Japanese restaurant
  • authentic feel
  • traditional Japanese decor
  • flavors
  • textures
  • seasoned
  • melt-in-your-mouth tender
  • artistry
  • high-quality ingredients
  • palate cleanser
  • sense of excitement
  • work of art
  • opened my eyes
  • whole new world of flavors