IELTS Speaking Part 1: Food

Hands down, my go-to comfort food is Sichuan-style mala hot pot. I love how it balances numbing, fiery and savoury flavours, plus it’s the perfect communal meal to share with mates over casual catch-ups.

When I was a kid, I was obsessed with sugary, processed snacks, particularly tanghulu – those candied hawthorns on a stick. My parents only let me have it on weekends as a reward for good behavior, so it felt like a real treat back then.

Absolutely, my diet shifts dramatically with seasons. During sweltering summer months, I gravitate towards light, zesty dishes like iced sour plum soup and raw fish salads. In frosty winter, I opt for hearty, slow-cooked meals such as braised lamb to fend off the chill.