高频话题01 人与自我—饮食
Passage 1
If you’d rather eat out on Thanksgiving or order the meal to go, you have no shortage of options. Here are some Chicago restaurants celebrating the holiday with a variety of dishes on offer.
Cyrano’s Bistrot and Wine Bars, 546 N. Wells St
Go French for Thanksgiving, with Cyrano’s six-course to-go menu. It’s packed with four appetizers; four vegetable sides; pumpkin soup; a choice of turkey, duck or chicken; a cheese plate, and desserts. Also included: reheating instructions. The cost is US $39 a person. To order, call (312)467-0546.
Fairmont Chicago, 200 N. Columbus Drive
The hotel is going retro(怀旧的) and green this year with its Thanksgiving to-go menu, from organic green bean casserole(砂锅) made with mushroom soup to organic mashed potatoes with bacon bits and sour cream. The meal, which serves 8 to 10, is US $195, plus tax. Orders must be in by 3 p.m. Wednesday. To order, call (312)565-6665.
Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club, 3700 N. Halsted St
The restaurant celebrates Thanksgiving a day early with a three-course menu on Wednesday. Menu items include a wild mushroom tart (馅饼) with Gruyere and Cabernet-marinated steak with Havarti mashed potatoes. The US $35 dinner each, tax and tip not included, includes a martini. For reservations, call (773)525-1111.
Lawry’s The Prime Rib, 100 E. Ontario St
The star of the Thanksgiving menu is organic, free-range turkey from Pennsylvania. To-go dinner package also will be offered, with 10 percent of proceeds (收益) going to the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Carry-out packages range from US $27 for an individual turkey dinner to US $480 for a meal serving 12 to 14. Orders must be placed by Tuesday. Call (312)787-5000.
Popeyes, various locations
Thirteen of the chicken chain’s Chicago locations are taking orders now for takeout fried turkeys. The turkeys, which serve 8 to 10, range from US $40 to US $45. Use the restaurant locator at www.popeyes.com for locations and phone numbers.
1. If a person wants to order sweet food like pudding, he or she should dial ________.
A. (312)467-0546 B. (312)787-50000 C. (773)525-1111 D. (312)565-6665
2. Which restaurant offers the cheapest meal for each person?
A. Cyrano’s Bistrot and Wine Bar. B. Fairmont Chicago.
C. Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club. D. Lawry’s The Prime Rib.
3. If a 13-member family wants to celebrate Thanksgiving at home, they should order food in ________.
A. Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club B. Fairmont Chicago
C. Cyrano’s Bistrot and Wine Bar D. Lawry’s The Prime Rib
【答案】1. A 2. B 3. D
【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了五家不同的可以在感恩节用餐或外带的餐厅，这些餐厅的菜肴和价格以及联系方式。
1. 细节理解题。由文章第二段第一句“Go French for Thanksgiving, with Cyrano’s six-course to-go menu. It’s packed with four appetizers; four vegetable sides; pumpkin soup; a choice of turkey, duck or chicken; a cheese plate, and desserts.(感恩节去法国，吃Cyrano的六道菜外带菜单。它挤满了四道开胃菜；四个蔬菜面；南瓜汤；火鸡、鸭肉或鸡肉的选择；奶酪盘和甜点)”可知，Cyrano’s Bistrot and Wine Bars提供甜品，联系电话是(312)467-0546。故选A。
2. 细节理解题。根据文章第二段倒数第二句“The cost is US $39 a person. (费用为每人39美元)”；三段倒数第二句“The meal, which serves 8 to 10, is US$195, plus tax. (这顿饭8至10人，含税195美元)”；四段倒数第二句“The US$35 dinner each, tax and tip not included, includes a martini. (每顿35美元的晚餐(不含税和小费)包括一杯马提尼酒)”；五段倒数第二句“Carry-out packages range from US $27 for an individual turkey dinner to US$480 for a meal serving 12 to 14. (外卖套餐从个人火鸡晚餐27美元到12至14份餐480美元不等)”；最后一段倒数第二句“The turkeys, which serve 8 to 10, range from US $40 to US $45. (火鸡供应8至10只，价格从40美元到45美元不等)”可知，五家餐厅中单人最便宜的一家是Fairmont Chicago。故选B。
3. 推理判断题。由倒数第二段倒数第二句“Carry-out packages range from US$27 for an individual turkey dinner to US $480 for a meal serving 12 to 14.(外卖套餐从个人火鸡晚餐27美元到12至14份餐480美元不等)”可知，Lawry’s The Prime Rib可以提供13人的餐。故选D。
Passage 2
If you've ever been enjoying takeout snacks, you can make these with ingredients (配料) found in grocery stores or even your own kitchen.
Hosomaki Sushi
In Japan, Hosomaki Sushi is a sushi roll mainly made with sweet rice and seaweed. The thinner hosomaki are the simpler, smaller version that are perfect for practicing. It takes you little time to practice to roll and you will have fun making them at home.
Prep: 20 mins Cook: 0 mins Total: 20 mins
Taco Bell Crunch wrap Supreme
This is one of America's favorite fast-food go-to's. You can stuff it with whatever strikes your fancy. So it is also great for vegetarians because beef can be replaced with black beans or fruits.
Prep: 15 mins Cook: 30 mins Total: 45 mins
Pumpkin(南瓜)Spice Latte
The first version of this drink contained spices (香料), but no actual pumpkin until 2015. Its great popularity has meant that it's being served at the end of August, far ahead of regular pumpkin season. But for those who eagerly await the drink each year, there's even better news: the pumpkin spice latte is actually quite easy to make at home at a far more affordable price.
Prep: 10 mins Cook: 5 mins Total: 15 mins
BBQ Chicken Pizza
It is so delicious that it is worthwhile to make from the very beginning. This pizza is a great way to use up leftover pork or barbecue chicken. A sweeter sauce will give you the more traditional barbecue sauce taste.
Prep: 20 mins Cook: 20 mins Total: 40 mins
4. Which snack is available without cooking?
A. Hosomaki Sushi.
B. Taco Bell Crunch wrap Supreme.
C. Pumpkin Spice Latte.
D. BBQ Chicken Pizza.
5. What distinguishes BBQ Chicken Pizza from others?
A. It is the most popular fast food.
B. Its producing cost is fairly high.
C. Its ingredients must contain meat.
D. It takes the most time to prepare.
6. Who is the text intended for?
A. Chefs. B. Vegetarians. C. Barbecue lovers. D. Snack enthusiasts.
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D
【语篇解读】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了几款可以用杂货店甚至自己厨房里的食材来做的零食。
4. 细节理解题。根据Hosomaki Sushi部分“Cook: 0 mins(烹饪：0分钟)”可知，Hosomaki Sushi不需要烹饪。故选A。
5. 推理判断题。根据Hosomaki Sushi部分第一句“In Japan, Hosomaki Sushi is a sushi roll mainly made with sweet rice and seaweed.(在日本，细卷寿司是一种寿司卷，主要由甜米饭和海藻制成)”和Taco Bell Crunch wrap Supreme部分最后一句“So it is also great for vegetarians because beef can be replaced with black beans or fruits.(所以它对素食者也很好，因为牛肉可以用黑豆或水果代替)”及Pumpkin (南瓜) Spice Latte部分第一句“The first version of this drink contained spices (香料), but no actual pumpkin until 2015.(这款饮料的第一个版本含有香料，但直到2015年才有真正的南瓜)”和BBQ Chicken Pizza部分第二句“This pizza is a great way to use up leftover pork or barbecue chicken. (这种披萨是一种很好的使用剩余的猪肉或烤鸡的方法)”可知，其它三款零食都不一定要有肉，但是BBQ Chicken Pizza一定要有。故选C。
6. 推理判断题。根据第一段“If you've ever been enjoying takeout snacks, you can make these with ingredients (配料) found in grocery stores or even your own kitchen.(如果你喜欢吃外卖零食，你可以用杂货店甚至自己厨房里的食材来做)”可知，这篇文章的目标读者是零食爱好者。故选D。
Passage 3
Top cookbooks of 2023 The Wok: Recipes and Techniques by J.Kenji Lopez-Alt
The Wok’s appeal is not innovation; you can find many dishes like Kung Pao Shrimp and Cumin Lamb on many Chinese restaurant menus. But you don’t have to leave your home. As far as I’m concerned, it’s worth the sticker price to learn the techniques.
Turkey and the Wolf: Flavor Trippin’ in New Orleans by Mason Hereford
Chef Mason Hereford has put to paper some of the magic that draws locals and tourists alike to his popular New Orleans sandwich shop, Turkey and the Wolf. The cookbook is full of recipes accessible to home cooks. The meatloaf is my favorite.
Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico by Rick Martinez
With seven sections focused on different regions across the country, Rick Martinez guides you through some of the essential recipes for each. The recipes are lovely, but what I love most are the stories alongside each of them. Food is deeply personal and with Mi Cocina, Martinez is sharing his life in food and inviting you to come along.
I Am from Here: Stories and Recipes from a Southern Chef by Vishwesh Bhatt
Western India and the Southern U.S. share more culinary(烹饪的) similarities than you’d think, from rice varieties to fresh tomatoes. Here, these ingredients explode in a delicious combination of seasonings and essential cooking techniques.
7. Whose book provides guidance on Chinese cooking?
A. Rick Martinez’s. B. Vishwesh Bhatt’s.
C. Mason Hereford’s. D. J.Kenji Lopez-Alt’s.
8. Which book is titled after its author’s sandwich shop?
A. The Wok. B. Turkey and the Wolf.
C. Mi Cocina. D. I Am from Here.
9. What is the similarity between Mi Cocina and I Am from Here?
A. They share some stories.
B. They feature Indian and American food.
C. They stress food’s role in connecting cultures.
D. They emphasize the importance of fresh ingredients.
【答案】7. D 8. B 9. A
【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四本烹饪书籍。
7. 细节理解题。根据第一段“The Wok’s appeal is not innovation; you can find many dishes like Kung Pao Shrimp and Cumin Lamb on many Chinese restaurant menus.(炒锅的吸引力不在于创新;你可以在很多中餐馆的菜单上找到很多像宫保虾仁和孜然羊肉这样的菜)”可知，这本书里有许多中餐的食谱，再根据小标题“The Wok: Recipes and Techniques by J. Kenji López – Alt(炒锅：J. Kenji López – Alt的食谱和技术)”可知，作者是J. Kenji López-Alt。故选D。
8. 细节理解题。根据第二段“Chef Mason Hereford has put to paper some of the magic that draws locals and tourists alike to his popular New Orleans sandwich shop, Turkey and the Wolf.(厨师梅森·赫里福德(Mason Hereford)将吸引当地人和游客来到他在新奥尔良颇受欢迎的三明治店“火鸡与狼”(Turkey and the Wolf)的一些神奇之处写了下来。)”以及小标题“Turkey and the Wolf: Flavor Trippin’ in New Orleans by Mason Hereford(《火鸡与狼:新奥尔良风味之旅》作者：Mason Hereford)”可知，Turkey and the Wolf是以作者的三明治店命名的。故选B。
9. 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“The recipes are lovely, but what I love most are the stories alongside each of them.(食谱很可爱，但我最喜欢的是每道菜旁边的故事)”以及最后一段标题“I Am from Here: Stories and Recipes from a Southern Chef by Vishwesh Bhatt(《我来自这里：一位南方厨师的故事和食谱》，作者:Vishwesh Bhatt)”中的Stories可知，这两本书里都分享了一些故事。故选A。
Passage 4
More than two million culture-hungry visitors are expected to gather at the Edinburgh International Festival. With a couple of million more mouths to feed, Edinburgh’s restaurants will be crowded all the time. If you can’t find a table, try these places.
Eleanore
Named after Roberta’s boat, Eleanore is comfortable with high-level seating and decorated in white and blue. Dishes range from small to big plates. It’s a great place to go for a drink, even when the kitchen is closed.
Kora
Named after the Greek God of Spring, Kora, the latest addition, is informal and relaxed. Like its natural and simple decoration, the menu follows a nature-to-plate rule, offering simply presented foods that are inspired by the seasons.
Bertie’s
Bertie’s is one of the city’s top fish-and-chips spots. Its style is grown up yet fun, delivering a relaxed dining experience. Its private area is the perfect place to celebrate parties and special group events for quiet dinners. The large space can serve groups of up to 30 guests.
Williams & Johnson
“Wille Jay’s”, as it is known to locals, specializes in single-origin coffees to celebrate their individual characters. They pride themselves on their seasonally picked coffees and their selection changes through the year as they continue to source new fresh crop beans. Each coffee is carefully designed to make the bean’s best smell and served in the airy cafe.
10. Where does the name of Eleanore come from?
A. Its high-level seating. B. Roberta’s boat.
C. Its special decoration. D. The Greek God of Spring.
11. Which place is the best choice for a company to hold a dinner party?
A. Eleanore. B. Kora. C. Bertie’s. D. Williams & Johnson.
12. What’s special about Williams & Johnson?
A. The relaxed atmosphere. B. The best smell of coffee.
C. The offering of various coffees. D. The careful selection of coffee beans.
【答案】10. B 11. C 12. D
【语篇解读】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了爱丁堡国际艺术节期间游客们可以去的餐厅。
10. 细节理解题。根据文章“Eleanore”部分中的“Named after Roberta’s boat, Eleanore is comfortable with high-level seating and decorated in white and blue.( Eleanore以罗伯塔的船命名，高级座椅舒适，装饰为白色和蓝色。)”可知，Eleanore以罗伯塔的船命名。故选B。
11. 细节理解题。根据文章“Bertie’s”部分中的“Its private area is the perfect place to celebrate parties and special group events for quiet dinners. The large space can serve groups of up to 30 guests.(它的私人区域是庆祝聚会和特殊团体活动安静晚餐的理想场所。这个大空间可以为多达30位客人提供服务。)”可知，Bertie’s私人区域是庆祝聚会和特殊团体活动安静晚餐的理想场所，而且空间大到可以为多达30位客人提供服务。由此可知，Bertie’s最适合公司举办晚宴。故选C。
12. 细节理解题。根据文章“Williams & Johnson”部分中的““Wille Jay’s”, as it is known to locals, specializes in single-origin coffees to celebrate their individual characters. They pride themselves on their seasonally picked coffees and their selection changes through the year as they continue to source new fresh crop beans. Each coffee is carefully designed to make the bean’s best smell and served in the airy cafe.(当地人称之为“Wille Jay’s”，专门生产单一产地的咖啡，以彰显他们的个性。他们为自己当季采摘的咖啡感到自豪，他们的选择在一年中不断变化，因为他们继续采购新的新鲜作物咖啡豆。每一杯咖啡都经过精心设计，使咖啡豆散发出最好的香味，并在通风的咖啡馆里供应。)”可知，Williams & Johnson一直对咖啡豆精心挑选。故选D。
