Learn English Podcast

E78 The Best Foods to Try When Visiting Los Angeles: English in Context


Listen Later

🌮Are you curious about the best food to try in Los Angeles? Los Angeles is one of the most diverse cities in the United States. And in this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we explore the unique food and culture in LA.

🎙️This episode explains how different immigrant groups have shaped the city. You will learn about the many different communities that live there and how their cultures influence the food you can find. You will learn about popular neighborhoods like Koreatown, Little Tokyo, Thai Town, and many more. You will also hear about special dishes, street food, and local favorites that you should try when visiting LA.

🎧The episode is spoken at a clear and natural speed to help you follow along easily. It is perfect for English learners who want to improve their vocabulary and listening skills while learning something interesting. You'll expand your English vocabulary with food-related terms and insights into Los Angeles' multicultural identity. Get ready to discover new words, exciting food, and the rich culture that makes LA such a special place!

đź”” Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:

Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/

Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod

Take lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387

📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbb

Affiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc

📝 Vocabulary list:

1) Ethnically diverse: having many different ethnic or cultural groups.

2) Minority-majority city: a city where the combined population of all minority groups forms a majority.

3) Descent: the origin or background of a person in terms of family or nationality.

4) Love letter: a message or expression of deep admiration and affection for something (not necessarily a person).

5) Tamales: Mexican food made with corn dough and filling

6) Menudo: a traditional Mexican soup with tripe - the stomach of a cow

7) Elote: Corn on the cob, usually grilled and topped with mayonnaise, cheese, chili powder, and lime.

8) Bibimbap: A rice bowl topped with vegetables, meat, egg, and spicy sauce.

9) Fusion food: cuisine that combines elements of different culinary traditions.

10) Adobo: Meat (usually chicken or pork) marinated in vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic.

11) Halo-halo: A cold dessert with shaved ice, sweet beans, fruits, and ice cream.

12) Pad Thai: Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp or chicken, eggs, peanuts, and bean sprouts.

13) Pad See Ew: a stir-fried noodle dish made with wide rice noodles, soy sauce, vegetables, and a choice of meat or tofu.

14) Dim sum: small Chinese dishes served in steamer baskets

15) Boba: a sweet drink with chewy tapioca balls

16) Pho: A soup with noodles, meat, herbs, and broth.

17) Banh Mi: A sandwich on a French baguette with meat, vegetables, and sauces.

18) Soul food: traditional African American food from the South

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Learn English PodcastBy Learn English Podcast

  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
  • 5

5

4 ratings


More shows like Learn English Podcast

View all
Speak English with ESLPod.com - Learn English Fast by ESLPod.com

Speak English with ESLPod.com - Learn English Fast

2,543 Listeners

6 Minute English by BBC Radio

6 Minute English

1,782 Listeners

Learning English Conversations by BBC Radio

Learning English Conversations

1,050 Listeners

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English by RealLife English

RealLife English: Learn and Speak Confident, Natural English

494 Listeners

Learning English Stories by BBC Radio

Learning English Stories

390 Listeners

Real English Conversations Podcast – English for Global Professionals | Speak Clearly & Confidently at Work by Real English Conversations: Amy Whitney & Curtis Davies - English Podcast

Real English Conversations Podcast – English for Global Professionals | Speak Clearly & Confidently at Work

400 Listeners

American English Podcast by Shana Thompson

American English Podcast

571 Listeners

Learn English Vocabulary by Jack Radford

Learn English Vocabulary

168 Listeners

English in a Minute - VOA Learning English by VOA Learning English

English in a Minute - VOA Learning English

46 Listeners

Thinking in English by Thomas Wilkinson

Thinking in English

96 Listeners

Listening Time: English Practice by Sonoro |  Conner Pe

Listening Time: English Practice

542 Listeners

English Like A Native Podcast by Anna Tyrie, Bleav

English Like A Native Podcast

28 Listeners

Learning English For Work by BBC News

Learning English For Work

39 Listeners

Real Life English with Camille by Learn English with Camille

Real Life English with Camille

9 Listeners

Learning Easy English by BBC

Learning Easy English

95 Listeners