Dialogues for tomorrow (1/4):

Host welcoming & seating

Host: Good evening, welcome. Do you have a reservation with us tonight?
Guest: Yes, it should be under Andersson.
Host: Let me just check… yes, I have you here for two at 7:30.
Host: Would you prefer a table inside or on the terrace?
Guest: Inside, please.
Host: Of course. If you’d like to follow me.

Host: Here we are. Would this table be alright for you?
Guest: Yes, that’s perfect.
Host: Great. Your server will be with you in just a moment. Please let me know if you need anything in the meantime.

 

Taking drinks

Server: Good evening, my name’s Anna and I’ll be looking after you tonight.
Server: Can I get you started with something to drink, or would you like a few more minutes?
Guest: We’re ready, thanks.
Server: Lovely. Can I recommend our house cocktail or perhaps a glass of wine?
Guest: I’ll have a glass of red wine. What do you recommend?
Server: Our Rioja is very popular and pairs well with most dishes.
Guest: That sounds good, I’ll have that.
Guest 2: Just still water for me, please.
Server: Of course—still or sparkling?
Guest 2: Still, please.
Server: Perfect, I’ll bring those right over.

 

Taking food orders

Server: Have you had a chance to look through the menu?
Guest: Yes, we have a couple of questions.
Server: Of course, go ahead.
Guest: What would you recommend?
Server: The grilled salmon is one of our signature dishes, and the beef tenderloin is also very popular.

Guest: I’ll start with the soup, and then have the salmon.
Server: Certainly. And how would you like the salmon cooked?
Guest: Just as the chef recommends.

Guest 2: I’ll have the steak, medium rare.
Server: Not a problem. Would you like any sides with that?
Guest 2: Yes, fries, please.

Server: Perfect. I’ll put that through for you. Please let me know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.

 

Communicating with the kitchen

Server: Chef, I’ve got a new order for table 12.
Chef: Go ahead.
Server: One soup starter, one salmon, and one steak medium rare with fries.
Chef: Any modifications?
Server: No modifications, no allergies.
Chef: Alright, pick-up in about 15 minutes.
Server: Thank you.

 

Serving + checking back

Server: Here’s your soup to start. Please be careful, the bowl is hot.
Guest: Thank you.

(After a few minutes)

Server: How is everything so far?
Guest: Very good, thank you.

(Main course arrives)

Server: And here we have the grilled salmon and the steak with fries.
Server: Does everything look alright?
Guest: Yes, it looks great.
Server: Enjoy your meal. I’ll check back with you shortly.

 

 

Questions for tomorrow’s class  (31/3)

Tomorrow you should make your own dialogues for the following situations, based on the examples from today.

Your turn!

Rainy Day
Imagine a tourist arrives at a hotel in a city where it’s raining. Make a conversation between the guest and the hotel staff. Include:

• The guest asking for indoor activities.
• Staff suggesting at least two indoor attractions (museums, cafés, or interactive experiences).
• Directions or tips for getting there.
• A friendly ending where the guest thanks the staff.

 

Winter adventure

A family visits Northern Sweden (or a snowy region) for the first time in winter. Make a dialogue between the guests and staff. Include:

• Suggestions for unique winter activities (dog sledding, ice hotel, skiing, etc.).
• Advice on what else they might see (e.g., Northern Lights).
• Ending with excitement about their winter experience.

 

Sunny day activity
Tourists arrive in a city on a sunny day. Create a conversation where the hotel staff recommends:

• A mix of relaxing and active outdoor activities (parks, waterfront, amusement parks).
• Any nearby attractions or points of interest.
• Optional suggestions for food, picnic spots, or local treats.

 

Family-friendly
Create a dialogue between a family with young children and hotel staff. Include:

• Suggestions for kid-friendly attractions (playgrounds, indoor museums, cafés).
• Options for outdoor or indoor activities depending on the weather.

 

Family with teenagers

A family with teenagers asks for advice on things to do in a city. Create a dialogue including:

• A mix of indoor and outdoor activities suitable for teenagers.
• Interactive or “cool” experiences teens would enjoy (museums, music, amusement parks).
• Suggestions for nearby places to eat or take a break.
• Ending with the guest showing excitement about the day.

 

 

 

 

When you travel, where do you usually stay: a hotel, hostel, or apartment?

 

Personal experience

• Talk about a hotel you have stayed at.
• Where was it?
• Who did you travel with?
• How long did you stay there?
• Did you like the hotel? Why or why not?

 

Hotel preferences

• What is important for you in a hotel? (price, location, breakfast, comfort…)
• Do you prefer a cheap hotel or a luxury hotel? Why?
• Do you prefer a hotel or an apartment/Airbnb when you travel?
• What makes a hotel comfortable?

 

Hotel services

• What services do good hotels usually have?
• Do you think breakfast in hotels is important? Why?
• Do you use hotel facilities like the gym, pool, or spa?