Describe a special meal that someone made for you: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who did it
  • When and how he/she cooked
  • What and why he/she cooked for you
  • And explain how you felt about the meal

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A special meal that someone prepared for me was white sauce pasta, it was prepared to me by my girlfriend. We had planned a sleepover at her place and we were deciding what dinner we wanted to cook. That's when she asked me what my favorite dish was. And I happily replied to that saying that it's white sauce pasta. And without even giving a thought, she went to the supermarket to buy all the required ingredients and started cooking for me. She didn't allow me to help. She was so beautiful while she was cooking white sauce pasta. After finishing with all the work, she called me to taste it and my God, it was mesmerizing. It was something that I cannot explain. The first bite made me realize that she cooked the white sauce pasta for me with all the love that she had for me. And it made me tear up. This is one of the memories that I will always remember for the rest of my life. Moreover, she had her own difficulties in cooking this dish as a perfect consistency of the white sauce is required for the pasta to taste good. And that's where she felt difficulties. But she found a way out to make the perfect consistency of the sauce. And yes, it tasted wonderful. My heart felt content and I was happy for the rest of the night.

Follow up questions


What other meals do you enjoy cooking or eating?
I enjoy cooking various dishes, but some of my favorites include homemade pizza and sushi. I love experimenting with different flavors and ingredients. Eating out is also a treat, especially trying new cuisines like Thai or Indian food.

How do you feel about cooking for others?
I find cooking for others to be a rewarding experience. It allows me to express my creativity and share something I love. I feel a sense of joy when I see others enjoying the meals I've prepared, and it strengthens my relationships with friends and family.

Have you ever had a meal that was particularly memorable for a negative reason?
Yes, I once tried a dish that was overcooked and lacked flavor. It was a disappointing experience, especially since I had high expectations. However, it taught me the importance of paying attention to cooking times and seasoning, which has improved my skills since then.

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My mom made a special meal for my birthday. That was the first time she tried mutton biryani. That was the first time she did a mutton biryani just to make me happy. That biryani was so juicy and tasty with lot of spices included and I ate and finished all over by myself and I didn't share this mutton biryani with anyone else. She asked me the review after eating this and for the sake I told it's ok. But to be honest, that was the best ever biryani I had ever ate in my life and that was the day I realized the love of my mom towards me because she have taken lot of effort to make this biryani as she makes only the vegetarian food. She won't like to eat non-veg foods and even she didn't taste that biryani on that day as she was fasting on that particular day. Without even tasting the biryani, she made a proper and accurate taste which impressed me a lot and it also need a separate talent to do this type of things. She is one of the best cook I have ever seen in my life.

Follow up questions


What other special meals have you enjoyed in your life?
I've had many special meals, but one that stands out is a homemade lasagna from my aunt. She spent hours preparing it, and the layers of pasta, cheese, and sauce were incredible. It was a family gathering, and sharing that meal made it even more memorable.

How do you think food can express love and care?
Food is a universal language of love. When someone takes the time to cook for you, it shows they care about your happiness and well-being. My mom's effort in making that biryani for my birthday is a perfect example of how food can convey deep emotions and connections.

Do you enjoy cooking? If so, what do you like to make?
Yes, I enjoy cooking! I love making pasta dishes and experimenting with different sauces. It's a creative outlet for me, and I find joy in preparing meals for my friends and family, just like my mom did for me with the biryani.

Band 6-7

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Most of the time I prefer to eat Gujarati cuisine but here I want to talk about a special meat that I made my own birthday by my mom. He was the best chef in my house when he cooked the aroma of the food was very amazing and I feel very energetic whenever I get a smell of his food from the kitchen. He surprised me on my 14th birthday by making my favorite dish Khandvi. When I came back home from the school he surprised me with a dish he made a Khandvi from wheat flour from besan from the ground flour called besan and like you know there is a like in roll like a sushi layer that I feel whenever I eat I feel amazing.

Follow up questions


What other dishes do you enjoy from Gujarati cuisine?
I really enjoy dishes like Dhokla, Thepla, and Undhiyu. Each dish has its own unique flavor and texture. Dhokla is a steamed snack made from fermented rice and chickpea batter, while Thepla is a spiced flatbread. Undhiyu is a mixed vegetable dish that is a must-try!

How did your mom learn to cook such delicious meals?
My mom learned to cook from her mother and through practice over the years. She often experiments with recipes and adds her own twist to traditional dishes. Watching her cook has inspired me to learn and appreciate the art of cooking as well.

Do you enjoy cooking for others as well?
Yes, I love cooking for my friends and family! It’s a great way to share my culture and bring people together. I often try to recreate my mom's recipes, and it feels rewarding when others enjoy the meals I prepare.

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My mother has been always excited towards cooking something which would really make me feel nice. And considering myself to be the only son, I have always been a big of a foodie. My mother once, I remember clearly, my mother once surprised me with butter chicken and garlic Indian bread. We went to a restaurant and I really loved the taste of that food. But she was completely against the fact that this would lead me to have food from restaurants outside on a regular basis. As a result of which, she prepared it for me and trust me, it tasted even better. I still can't get over the aroma of the food, the softness of the Indian garlic butter. The softness of the Indian garlic bread and the taste of garlic was just an icing on the cake. Moreover,

Follow up questions


What other meals does your mother enjoy cooking for you?
My mother loves to cook a variety of dishes, including biryani, paneer tikka, and various desserts like gulab jamun. Each meal has its own special memory attached to it, and she always tries to make something new and exciting for me whenever I visit.

How do you feel about cooking for others?
I enjoy cooking for my friends and family as it allows me to share my love for food. I often try to recreate my mother's recipes, and it feels rewarding when they appreciate the meals I prepare. Cooking for others is a way to express my care and affection.

Do you think home-cooked meals are better than restaurant food?
Absolutely! Home-cooked meals are often made with love and care, which adds a special touch. They are usually healthier and allow for customization based on personal preferences. While restaurant food can be delicious, nothing beats the comfort of a meal made by a loved one.

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So the special meal that I loved a lot was a biryani when my mom cooked for me during my birthday. It was during my summer vacation when we all were there, my family, my cousins, and she brought in this amazingly aromatic, delicious biryani into the room and the smell just spread everywhere and it brought in the hunger inside us and maybe due to the spices and after eating the biryani we felt really overwhelmed and happy and the chicken that was very tender and soft and the biryani was decorated with coriander leaves and pudina leaves that added flavor as well as beauty into the dish and of course I would love to go back during my summer vacation and have the same biryani which my mom had made on that day. I would specify the things that she had added in it and I would request her to make the same biryani for me next time.

Follow up questions


What other meals does your mom cook that you enjoy?
My mom is an amazing cook, and apart from biryani, she makes a fantastic butter chicken and delicious paneer tikka. Each dish has its own unique flavor, and I love how she puts her heart into cooking. Family meals are always special, especially when we gather around the table to enjoy her creations.

How do you usually celebrate your birthday?
I usually celebrate my birthday with a small family gathering. We have a nice dinner, cut a cake, and spend quality time together. Sometimes, we invite close friends over, but I cherish the intimate moments with my family the most, especially when my mom cooks my favorite dishes.

Do you enjoy cooking? What dishes do you like to make?
Yes, I enjoy cooking! I often try to replicate my mom's recipes, especially biryani and pasta. I love experimenting with different spices and flavors. Cooking is a way for me to connect with my family traditions and also to express my creativity in the kitchen.
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Cue 1:Who did it

  • Introduce the person who made the meal, mentioning your relationship with them.
  • Share a brief background about their cooking skills or experiences.

Example

The special meal was prepared by my grandmother, who is an excellent cook. She has been making delicious meals for our family for as long as I can remember, and her culinary skills are well-known among our relatives.


Cue 2:When and how he/she cooked

  • Describe the occasion when the meal was made, such as a festival or family gathering.
  • Explain the cooking process briefly, highlighting any special techniques or ingredients used.

Example

It was during Diwali last year when she decided to cook a traditional feast for the family. She spent the whole day in the kitchen, preparing various dishes like biryani, paneer tikka, and her famous gulab jamun. She used fresh spices and ingredients from the local market, which made the meal even more special.


Cue 3:What and why he/she cooked for you

  • List the specific dishes that were prepared and their significance.
  • Explain why your grandmother chose to cook these particular dishes for you.

Example

She made a variety of dishes, including my favorite butter chicken and fragrant basmati rice. She wanted to celebrate the festival with a grand meal, and knowing how much I love these dishes, she made sure to include them in the feast.


Cue 4:And explain how you felt about the meal

  • Share your feelings about the meal, focusing on taste and presentation.
  • Reflect on the emotional connection and memories associated with the meal.

Example

When I sat down to eat, I felt a wave of happiness. The aroma of the food was incredible, and every bite was bursting with flavor. It reminded me of my childhood, and I felt grateful for my grandmother's effort. It was not just a meal; it was a celebration of love and family.


Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, that special meal prepared by my grandmother was more than just food; it was a heartfelt expression of love and tradition. It brought our family together and created lasting memories that I will cherish forever.


    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.


    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Lack of Detail in Description

    Failing to provide specific details about the meal can make your answer less engaging. It may leave the examiner with unanswered questions about the experience.

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    Include vivid details about the ingredients, cooking process, and the atmosphere during the meal to create a more immersive response.


    2: Ignoring Emotional Impact

    Not expressing how you felt about the meal can make your answer seem flat. Emotions add depth and personal connection to your story.

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    Share your feelings during and after the meal, explaining why it was special to you, to enhance the emotional resonance of your answer.


    Rushing Through the Answer

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    Band 7

    A special meal that someone prepared for me was white sauce pasta, it was prepared to me by my girlfriend. We had planned a sleepover at her place and we were deciding what dinner we wanted to cook. That's when she asked me what my favorite dish was. And I happily replied to that saying that it's white sauce pasta. And without even giving a thought, she went to the supermarket to buy all the required ingredients and started cooking for me. She didn't allow me to help. She was so beautiful while she was cooking white sauce pasta. After finishing with all the work, she called me to taste it and my God, it was mesmerizing. It was something that I cannot explain. The first bite made me realize that she cooked the white sauce pasta for me with all the love that she had for me. And it made me tear up. This is one of the memories that I will always remember for the rest of my life. Moreover, she had her own difficulties in cooking this dish as a perfect consistency of the white sauce is required for the pasta to taste good. And that's where she felt difficulties. But she found a way out to make the perfect consistency of the sauce. And yes, it tasted wonderful. My heart felt content and I was happy for the rest of the night.

    Band 6-7

    I would say my mother had I would talk about the meal that was prepared for me by my mother and was biryani. Biryani is my favorite food. I remember one day when I was returning my home from office I stepped into my house and I was starving and I was looking for food everywhere in my kitchen. In the fridge I checked if there is anything that is consumable. Moreover I was low on energy that day I needed to have something as soon as possible. I was sleeping on my couch and my mother came from the kitchen and she said that I had already prepared biryani for you. That moment was so brilliant for me. I felt I was on cloud nine. It made me feel so happy because of the starving starvation that I had on top of it it was biryani which is my favorite food. Everyone loves food that is prepared by their mother but the chicken biryani that she makes has its aroma has its own taste which is so attractive and delicious I cannot explain it

    Band 6-7

    My husband prepared a meal for me, that too before our marriage, basically. So I went to Bangalore one fine day to meet him, since it was a long distance, and once I reached Bangalore, he took me to home, and there I came to know that he is preparing some special meal for me, and that meal was paneer pulao, which is his favorite, basically. And he was very, very excited to feed me the same with his own hands. So he put a lot of efforts, he has his own special recipe to prepare it, he prepared that for me, and gave it the flavor of love, which made it more amazing, more tasty, and yummy. After I eat, it was the most delicious dish which I ever had in my life, which is made out of love, care, and what not. I ran out of words at that particular moment about how I felt after eating the paneer pulao. It was so special for me because he prepared it for the very first time, and me after trying it, took me to the ninth cloud, to be honest. And he, who fed me with his own hands, made it more special for me, and I had a beautiful

    Band 6-7

    Most of the time I prefer to eat Gujarati cuisine but here I want to talk about a special meat that I made my own birthday by my mom. He was the best chef in my house when he cooked the aroma of the food was very amazing and I feel very energetic whenever I get a smell of his food from the kitchen. He surprised me on my 14th birthday by making my favorite dish Khandvi. When I came back home from the school he surprised me with a dish he made a Khandvi from wheat flour from besan from the ground flour called besan and like you know there is a like in roll like a sushi layer that I feel whenever I eat I feel amazing.

    Band 6-7

    So the special meal that I loved a lot was a biryani when my mom cooked for me during my birthday. It was during my summer vacation when we all were there, my family, my cousins, and she brought in this amazingly aromatic, delicious biryani into the room and the smell just spread everywhere and it brought in the hunger inside us and maybe due to the spices and after eating the biryani we felt really overwhelmed and happy and the chicken that was very tender and soft and the biryani was decorated with coriander leaves and pudina leaves that added flavor as well as beauty into the dish and of course I would love to go back during my summer vacation and have the same biryani which my mom had made on that day. I would specify the things that she had added in it and I would request her to make the same biryani for me next time.

    Band 6-7

    My mom made a special meal for my birthday. That was the first time she tried mutton biryani. That was the first time she did a mutton biryani just to make me happy. That biryani was so juicy and tasty with lot of spices included and I ate and finished all over by myself and I didn't share this mutton biryani with anyone else. She asked me the review after eating this and for the sake I told it's ok. But to be honest, that was the best ever biryani I had ever ate in my life and that was the day I realized the love of my mom towards me because she have taken lot of effort to make this biryani as she makes only the vegetarian food. She won't like to eat non-veg foods and even she didn't taste that biryani on that day as she was fasting on that particular day. Without even tasting the biryani, she made a proper and accurate taste which impressed me a lot and it also need a separate talent to do this type of things. She is one of the best cook I have ever seen in my life.

    Band 6-7

    A special meal was made by my mom for me, she made it a long back year ago, which was Kheer, we call it a Kheer, which is very delicious, sweet, and I love to eat that, and I got a feeling, just a wow, what she made, and she made it on my birthday, so I loved it the most, and I am, at that time, I was expressionless, because I love eating, and I, most preferably, I love eating sweets, so I was just overwhelmed, at that moment.

    Band 6-7

    My mother has been always excited towards cooking something which would really make me feel nice. And considering myself to be the only son, I have always been a big of a foodie. My mother once, I remember clearly, my mother once surprised me with butter chicken and garlic Indian bread. We went to a restaurant and I really loved the taste of that food. But she was completely against the fact that this would lead me to have food from restaurants outside on a regular basis. As a result of which, she prepared it for me and trust me, it tasted even better. I still can't get over the aroma of the food, the softness of the Indian garlic butter. The softness of the Indian garlic bread and the taste of garlic was just an icing on the cake. Moreover,

    Band 6

    I would like to talk about a special meal which my friend made for me. It's a very special meal for me because she made it on my birthday as a gift. Because she knows that I love traditional foods very much. Mainly my native traditional foods are like a feast with many curries and rice. With a sweet dessert we named it payasam. So she made this whole meal by herself without any help she made it. I really proud of her because she made a huge gift for me without any help. And she gifted me such a very good item food with her love. The food was really tasty because I think it has her love also. Mainly there are several traditional dishes and my favorite dish was the dessert item. It was made up of it's a kind of rice pudding and I really loved it. The way she made the special meal for me is really appreciable because we are working in the same company. And we don't have any extra time for any other works. And she done such a great gift for me because I think she is a good soul. So I really appreciate her for her great gift and the meal was very such a good for me. It really makes me happy and I am really proud of her and I think this is the end.

    Band 6

    So one such special meal for me was when I was a child my grandma introduced me to a dish called Kolkata. So it is usually prepared during occasions and specifically prepared at Ganesh Chaturthi in every Hindu household. They call it in many names such as Modak, Kolkata and etc in different languages but then this is my favorite dish because it comes in different variants. Keep it with coconut filling, sometimes in jaggery filling, sometimes in you know black sesame seeds filling and my favorite one would surely be black sesame seeds and jaggery because I am a sweet person. I have a sweet tooth and it is important for me to have some kind of sweet every single day and this particular sweet and dish is very special for me because from childhood I have always loved Lord Ganesha and always wanted to do everything that you know he used to do when I was a kid. Watching bad then we had TV shows on him and I would try to imitate him and that's when I started eating a lot of Modaks which personally turned into my favorite dish. Keep it you know when I was young as well as now it is always important for me to try and ask my granny to prepare those special Modaks out of her hand with those rice flour and jaggery and sesame seeds so that I can eat it with all my heart and soul so that it just fills me up and it is important for me to share it to my brothers as well so when I go to my native and get Modak all done and eaten by my grandparents I make sure they prepare extra so that I get it back home, keep it for myself and also distribute it to my friends and families and also my brothers who part of my house as well. So it is important for me to not just keep it to myself but also to share something that's special.
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