Food Lust: Culinary-Inspired Fiction for English Learners

By Smart and Easy English

Indulge in a tantalizing anthology of short stories that celebrate the delectable world of food and the art of savoring it. This literary feast is a must-read for both food enthusiasts and English learners who aspire to enhance their descriptive language skills. Each story is a veritable masterpiece, brimming with evocative imagery and sensory details that pay homage to the irresistible allure of gastronomy. As you peruse each page, you'll find yourself transported to a world where food is more than just a means of nourishment; it's a source of joy, wonder, and unbridled passion

• Language: English
• Publisher: Smart and Easy English
• Release date: May 17, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215014295

Smart and Easy English

Smart and Easy English is an online English learning community of over 200,000 members. We are best know for doing live, interactive English "radio shows" running 24-hours/day, and have since expanded to YouTube and Instagram. You can learn more about us on our website: smartandeasyenglish.com.We believe that the way to creating better English speakers is to de-emphasize traditional classroom learning and emphasize acquiring English in a natural way, the ONLY way to produce a more natural and native-like way of speaking.To that end, we published books of super-short stories that are both enjoyable and educational, and an amazing way to learn and properly use vocabulary. We also published a book with secrets on how to learn English and speak fluently. This book is culmination of thousand of hours of conversations with English learners and teachers from all over the world, including interviews, research, and shared experiences in language acquisition.We look forward to future books and hope to reach even more people all over the world this year and beyond!

Book preview

Dedication

As we embrace the diversity of cultures and languages, we realize that one of the greatest rewards of speaking a global language like English is the ability to share our love for one of life's greatest pleasures: Food!

Through these pages of creative fiction, we embark on a journey that transcends borders and time, taking us on a captivating culinary adventure. Whether we travel by plane, a recipe, or a single bite of food, we create indelible memories that nourish our souls and ignite our senses.

The power of food is indeed undeniable, for it sustains us and drives us forward as living beings. But it also has the magical ability to transport us back to cherished moments and irretrievable times we never wish to forget.

This book is a tribute to all the passionate English learners and food enthusiasts among you.

With gratitude and admiration,

Smart & Easy English

Preface

Welcome to this collection of short stories designed for English learners! These stories are perfect for those at B2 to C1-levels. The storylines are easy to follow, with varied and familiar themes that you'll surely recognize and love. They are also very short for quick reading, making them ideal for enjoying even if you don't have a lot of time - for example, on your mobile device while on the go.

To get the most out of each story, we recommend reading them three times. The first time, just read through without looking up any vocabulary - don't worry if you don't understand everything, this is a normal part of the learning process. Try to get the general ideas and themes.

The second time, look up all the words and phrases you don't understand to build your vocabulary. Finally, on the third read, you should be able to understand most everything and can use this opportunity to reinforce your knowledge.

Remember, reading and re-reading these stories is the best and most natural way to improve your English. You'll subconsciously learn and absorb proper grammar and learn to utilize the language in a natural, native way. So, take your time and enjoy these short stories!

Contents

Dedication

Preface

Contents

Man & Meat

Summer Magic

Kitchen Solace

Determination to Eat

The Crystal

The Art of Eating

The Antidote

Sugar Solace

The Way the Cookie Crumbles

The Chef and the Cook

The Affair

Camp ’n Cook

Peanut Emergency

Man & Meat

The Tuscan countryside in late summer is a feast for the senses. The hills are alive with the vibrant colors of wildflowers, and the air is filled with the intoxicating aroma of freshly baked bread and rich, ripe tomatoes at their peak. It's a place where food is not simply sustenance, but a celebration of life, love, and the pleasures of the palate.

Two American friends, Paul and Henry, both self-proclaimed foodies, had embarked on a culinary journey through Tuscany, eager to discover the region's gastronomic treasures. They had sampled the finest wines and cheeses, savored the sweetest fruits and pastries, and indulged in the most decadent truffles and chocolates. But it was the discovery of the Florentine steak that would be etched forever in their memories.

They had heard whispers of this legendary masterpiece, a succulent and savory steak that was a specialty of the region. They set out on a quest to find the best rendition of this fabled cut of beef, seeking out local chefs and grilling aficionados who swore by their own methods and techniques.

It was on a coolish early evening in a small hilltop village in