You walk into a restaurant and head towards the bar. Behind it, a lighted mosaic of colorful liquors spread from the ceiling to the floor. It's fancy on another level. Some people may describe it as resplendent; it feels like you're looking into a Queen's jewelry box.
A long counter separates you from the skilled bartender behind it, who shakes, stirs and s ... Show More
Oct 22
223 - Itchy Feet: 10 Travel Expressions & My First Trip in Years
After seven years of being glued to my kids, I finally packed a bag and took a trip on my own. In this Chat with Shana episode, I take you back to my backpacking days in Europe: hostels, grocery store picnics, and one very loud night in Amsterdam. Then I tell you about my recent ... Show More
25m 6s
Oct 15
222 - "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe (Halloween Special)
📖 Need help following along? Read the transcript + vocabulary explanations while you listen! In this episode, we're diving into the dark and mysterious world of Edgar Allan Poe, one of the most famous writers in the U.S. First, I'll introduce you to Gothic literature, a genre kn ... Show More
32m 16s
Oct 7
⭐ Feature: 13 Common Superstitions and Their Origins
We live in a day and age that is driven by science and technology, yet people are still superstitious. According to a study I read by YouGov, 9% of Americans claim to be superstitious, while another 35% admit to not being very superstitious, but somewhat. That makes over 40% of i ... Show More
37m 16s
Oct 2025
English Phrases for Pubs and Bars That You'll Actually Use (Conversational English)
Learn conversational English phrases that you'll actually use and hear for bars and restaurants.Even if you don’t drink, these phrases will boost your small talk, invitations, ordering, paying, and polite conversation skills. Stick around to the end for UK–US differences and usef ... Show More
17m 27s
Oct 2010
Episode 10: Ordering drinks
To order something in a bar we use: Me da ... Por favor, me da una cerveza, por favor - can I have a beer please?, Me da un vino tinto, por favor - can I have a red wine please?, Me da un vino blanco, por favor - can I have a white wine please?, Me da agua con gas, por favor - I’ ... Show More
1m 33s
Jul 2025
Ordering Food in English — Like a Local!
<p>In this episode of <i>5-Minute English Talk</i>, we’ll help you confidently order food in English — at cafés, restaurants, or food trucks.</p><p>Learn real phrases, simple sentence structures, and polite expressions to make your <strong>language learning</strong> more practica ... Show More
3m 13s
Mar 2025
Top 25 Advanced English Phrases for Eating at a Restaurant
Want to sound natural when ordering food in English? In this lesson, you'll learn 25 must-know restaurant phrases that will help you order food, ask for the bill, make special requests, and more—just like a native speaker! ✨This lesson is perfect for travelers, English learners, ... Show More
15m 31s
<p>In this episode, you'll learn some words and expressions so that you can talk about having a drink in English.</p> <p>Las notas del episodio y más podcasts para mejorar tu ingles están en: <a href= "http://www.inglespodcast.com/">http://www.inglespodcast.com/</a> </p> <p>Shown ... Show More
