Mister Donut introduces new ramen dish

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Date: 2023/09/30

Difficulty: Elementary A2

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Vocabulary Match

twist -   - change
offerings -   - sweets
serve -   - items
treats -   - time
limited -   - short
period -   - give

Article

In a fresh twist, Japan's Mister Donut, famous for doughnuts, is adding ramen to its offerings. The new dish, named "Misudo Shiru Soba That You Eat at Home," is different from most quick noodles. It's not fried, making it a healthier choice that tastes like fresh ramen from a good restaurant.

Yet, ramen isn't their only new item. The "Misudo Meal" menu brings more variety. It includes Pizzatta, pies, and muffins. This shows Mister Donut's aim to serve more than just sweet treats.

To celebrate 30 years of their yum cha menu, the chain is selling the new ramen for a limited period. This step is also a sign of their push to keep things new and exciting for their customers.

Quiz

  1. What is Mister Donut adding to its offerings?
  2. How is the new ramen different from most quick noodles?
  3. Why is Mister Donut selling the new ramen for a limited period?

Conversation

A: Mum, can I try that new ramen they've got here?
B: Ramen at Mister Donut? That's a twist! Why not?
A: Awesome! And maybe a doughnut for dessert?
B: Only if you promise to eat your veggies at dinner!
A: Deal! I love trying new things here.
B: Me too. Oooh, I'm going to get a Pom de Lion!

Key Phrase

  1. Only if you promise to eat your veggies.
  2. Only if you promise to buy me a coffee.
  3. Only if you promise to pay me back.
  4. Only if you promise to help wash the dishes.
  5. Only if you promise to drive me to the station.
  6. Only if you promise to go skiing with me.
  7. Only if you promise to click the "like" button.

Discussion

  1. What is your favorite type of donut?
  2. Have you ever tried ramen before? Do you have a favorite ramen?
  3. Do you think it's a good idea for Mister Donut to offer more than just donuts? Why?
  4. What other kinds of food do you think Mister Donut should offer?
  5. If you could change the name of Mister Donut, what would you call it?

Vocabulary Answers

twist → change
offerings → items
serve → give
treats → sweets
limited → short
period → time

Quiz Answers (examples)

  1. Mister Donut is adding ramen to its offerings.
  2. It's not fried, making it a healthier choice.
  3. To celebrate 30 years of their yum cha menu.

Discussion Answers (examples)

  1. My favorite doughnut is the Pon de Ring. I love its chewy texture!
  2. Oh yes, I've tried ramen many times. I absolutely love it. My favorite is Shoyu ramen.
  3. Yes, I think it's a good idea because you can have a meal and dessert!
  4. They should offer Japanese sweets, like taiyaki or dorayaki.
  5. Hmm... I would call it Mister Donuts Ramen Muffins Pies Taiyaki Dorayaki Café.

Source Material

https://soranews24.com/2023/09/30/mister-donut-japans-favorite-donut-chain-is-now-making-instant-ramen-too/

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