IELTS Speaking Vocabulary - Food

In this blog post, you are going to learn some great vocabulary you can say about food. This blog post will be very, very helpful if you are taking the IELTS because they often ask you to talk about food in the speaking section.

Balanced diet – eating healthy food in the correct amounts.

1. I try to maintain a balanced diet by eating vegetables and fruit regularly.

2. A balanced diet is important for staying healthy.

3. Many people nowadays do not have a balanced diet.

Home-cooked meal – food prepared at home.

1. I prefer eating home-cooked meals because they are healthier.

2. My mother usually prepares a delicious home-cooked meal every evening.

3. I think home-cooked meals are better than fast food.

Fast food – food prepared and served quickly.

1. I occasionally eat fast food when I am busy.

2. Too much fast food can cause health problems.

3. Young people tend to consume a lot of fast food.

Nutritious food – food that is healthy and good for the body.

1. Parents should encourage children to eat nutritious food.

2. I try to include more nutritious food in my diet.

3. Fresh vegetables are considered nutritious food.

Traditional dish – a food that is connected to a culture or country.

1. My favorite traditional dish is homemade noodles.

2. Every country has its own unique traditional dishes.

3. I enjoy trying traditional dishes when I travel abroad.

Street food – food sold in public places.

1. My city is famous for its delicious street food.

2. Tourists often enjoy trying local street food.

3. Some street food is cheap but very tasty.

Healthy lifestyle – living in a way that improves health.

1. Eating healthy food is part of a healthy lifestyle.

2. I am trying to develop a healthy lifestyle these days.

3. Exercise and good nutrition are important for a healthy lifestyle.

Processed food – food changed during manufacturing.

1. I try to avoid eating too much processed food.

2. Many processed foods contain a lot of sugar.

3. Fresh ingredients are healthier than processed food.

Sweet tooth – a strong liking for sweet foods.

1. I have a sweet tooth, so I love desserts.

2. People with a sweet tooth often eat chocolate regularly.

3. Although I have a sweet tooth, I try to limit sugar intake.

Fresh ingredients – natural ingredients that are not old.

1. I prefer meals made with fresh ingredients.

2. Restaurants should use fresh ingredients to improve food quality.

3. My grandmother always cooks with fresh ingredients.

Junk food – unhealthy food with little nutrition.

1. Children should avoid eating too much junk food.

2. I used to eat a lot of junk food when I was younger.

3. Excessive consumption of junk food can lead to obesity.

Dining experience – the overall experience of eating at a place.

1. The restaurant provided an excellent dining experience.

2. Good service can improve the dining experience.

3. I care more about the dining experience than expensive food.

Organic food – food grown without harmful chemicals.

1. Many people prefer organic food because it is healthier.

2. Organic food is usually more expensive.

3. I sometimes buy organic food from local markets.

Food poisoning – illness caused by contaminated food.

1. Improper cooking can lead to food poisoning.

2. I once got food poisoning after eating seafood.

3. Restaurants should follow hygiene rules to prevent food poisoning.

Comfort food – food that makes people feel happy or relaxed.

1. Soup is my favorite comfort food.

2. Many people eat comfort food when they feel stressed.

3. Traditional meals are often considered comfort food.

Food delivery service – a service that brings food to homes.

1. I often use a food delivery service when I am busy.

2. Food delivery services became very popular during the pandemic.

3. Using a food delivery service is convenient but sometimes expensive.

Vegetarian diet – a diet without meat.

1. Some of my friends follow a vegetarian diet.

2. A vegetarian diet can be very healthy if planned properly.

3. I am thinking about trying a vegetarian diet.

Dining table – a table where people eat meals.

1. My family usually gathers around the dining table every evening.

2. We often have long conversations at the dining table.

3. A large dining table is useful for family dinners.

Cooking skills – the ability to prepare food well.

1. I want to improve my cooking skills in the future.

2. Good cooking skills can save money.

3. My mother taught me basic cooking skills.

Food shortage – not having enough food available.

1. Some countries are facing serious food shortages.

2. Climate change may increase the risk of food shortages.

3. Governments should take action to prevent food shortages.