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Tell me about the best meal you've ever had while travelling — where were you and what was it?

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A natural way to answer

Probably a seafood lunch by the harbour in Portugal. Everything was fresh off the boat, and we ate outside in the sun. It was simple food, but it really hit the spot after a long morning of walking.

Key phrases to use

  • tuck into — start eating something with enthusiasm“We tucked into a huge breakfast before the hike.”
  • knock our socks off — impress or amaze us a great deal“That dessert knocked our socks off.”
  • hit the spot — be exactly what you wanted or needed“A cold drink really hits the spot in this heat.”
  • ate like kings — ate very well and lavishly“We ate like kings on that trip for very little money.”
  • rolling out the door — leaving so full that you can barely move“After that feast we were practically rolling out the door.”

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