246. The History of Curry: From India to Britain and the World! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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From the UK, to Japan, to the Caribbean, to the Pacific Islands, “curry” is one of the most popular and loved dishes around the world. For many people, it is synonymous with Indian food… but did you know that in India the term curry isn’t used in the same way. Today, let’s discuss what “curry” is, how it was invented, and how it has spread around the world!

TRANSCRIPT - https://thinkinginenglish.blog/2023/06/28/246-the-history-of-curry-from-india-to-britain-and-the-world/

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Vocabulary

Spice (n) - a substance made from a plant, used to give a special flavour to food.

Aromatic (adj) - strong, pleasant smelling, usually from food or drink.

Melting pot (n) - a place where many different people and ideas exist together, often mixing and producing something new.

Culinary (adj) – connected with cooking or kitchens.

Homogeneous (adj) - consisting of parts or people that are similar to each other or are of the same type.

Adequately (adv) - in a way that is enough or satisfactory for a particular purpose.

Flavour profile (phrase) - the specific combination and characteristics of flavours present in a particular dish or food.

Subcontinent (n) - a large area of land that is part of a continent, often referring to South Asia.

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