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English Conversation Questions on Food: Food and history/heritage
- What role does food play in your cultural identity?
- Do you believe it is important to preserve traditional dishes and cooking methods? Why or why not?
- How have food and cuisine evolved in your culture over time?
- What impact do you think globalization has had on the diversity of traditional cuisines?
- Have you ever tried a dish from a culture different than your own and disliked it? How did that make you feel?
- Do you think it is important for people to learn about the history and cultural significance of the foods they eat? Why or why not?
- How do you think the food industry should address cultural appropriation and the commercialization of traditional dishes?
- Do you think certain foods are over-represented in mainstream media and dining establishments? Why do you think this is the case?
- What are some traditional dishes that are important to your culture? How are they prepared and what do they represent?
- How do you think the industrialization of food production has impacted traditional cuisine and food culture?
- Do you think it is important to support local and small-scale food producers and traditional methods of food production? Why or why not?
- What are some ways that you have incorporated traditional foods into your modern diet?
- Do you think it is important for people to have access to a diverse range of foods and cuisines? Why or why not?
- Have you ever experienced cultural differences around food and dining customs? Can you share any examples?
- Do you think food can be a means of cultural exchange and understanding? Why or why not?
More English Conversation Questions on Food
- Food: American food, American cuisine
- Food: Asian food, Asian cuisine
- Food: Cooking and recipes
- Food: Cooking techniques and recipes
- Food: Desserts, cakes, ice cream
- Food: Drinks, beverages
- Food: Ethical concerns in food production
- Food: Fast food and slow food
- Food: Fast food chains vs. local restaurants
- Food: Food allergies and sensitivities
- Food: Food and art/creativity
- Food: Food and calories, sugar, fat, proteins…
- Food: Food and cultural appropriation
- Food: Food and cultural identity
- Food: Food and economic inequality
- Food: Food and history/heritage
- Food: Food and language/communication
- Food: Food and mental health/well-being
- Food: Food and politics/policy
- Food: Food and religion/traditions
- Food: Food and social events/gatherings
- Food: Food and special diets
- Food: Food and the environment
- Food: Food and weight loss/health
- Food: Food on special occasions
- Food: Food trends and fads
- Food: Food waste and sustainability
- Food: Food, drinks and me
- Food: Fruit and vegetables
- Food: International cuisines and cultural foods
- Food: Italian food, Italian cuisine
- Food: Mexican food, Mexican cuisine
- Food: My breakfast, lunch and dinner today
- Food: My favourite cuisines
- Food: Pizza
- Food: Places where I like having my food