The Secret Chef: British vs. Ukrainian Food Challenge

Introduction

    Welcome to the Secret Chef Academy!


   Food and tea are a big part of daily life and culture in Ukraine and Great Britain!

  Look at these fun food facts around the world:

  •         British people love tea! They drink millions of cups of tea every day with milk or lemon     
  •         Ukrainians love Varenyky and Borscht! There are more than 50 different types of Varenyky     
  •         School lunch is the best time to eat tasty food and talk with friends     

    A famous international chef is opening a new modern cafe called "Friendly Cafe"! 🍰🍕

 

    The chef is looking for smart, creative junior assistants. Your mission is to explore traditional Ukrainian dishes and famous British food, compare them, and create an amazing menu for the new cafe!

    Are you ready to join the team, learn delicious words, and become a Secret Chef? Let’s go! 👨‍🍳✨

Created by Alina Savkova

 

Task

Your country’s food culture is unique, but the new international "Friendly Cafe" needs a balanced menu that students and tourists will love. A friendly kitchen competition is starting!

Your class will be divided into three groups:

  • Ukrainian Food Specialists – research traditional Ukrainian dishes and choose 2 best options for the cafe.
  • British Food Experts – explore British tea traditions, snacks, and popular dishes.

  • Menu Designers – collect all food ideas, set prices, and design the final poster menu.


    Your Mission: Explore Ukrainian and British food culture and create a colorful menu poster for the new "Friendly Cafe".

    Your Final Menu Poster must include:

  • Names of 2 Ukrainian dishes and 2 British dishes in English.
  • Pictures or drawings of each dish.
  • Prices for each item.

  • A short description for each dish (1–2 simple sentences).


     

    Resources:
    Site 1: https://www.kids-cooking-activities.com/British-cooking.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com 

    Site 2: https://authenticukraine.com.ua/en/authentic-savor-of-ukraine 

         https://youtu.be/AeDco_eYzyI?si=85mt5VY_StTvvJju 

         You can also use textbooks.

Process

Welcome, Junior Chefs! You may begin your mission! 👨‍🍳  

 

 Follow these 7 simple steps to complete your mission: 

  1. Join your group (Ukrainian Specialists, British Experts, or Menu Designers).
  2. Explore the resources: open the links above, check your textbook.
  3. Take notes: write 3 new food words and short notes in your notebook.
  4. Group discussion: share your ideas and choose the 2 best Ukrainian dishes and 2 best British dishes.
  5. Use the Language Helper below to prepare your short oral presentation: "Hello, Chef! My role is... I recommend [Dish Name]. It is made of [ingredients]. It is very tasty/sweet/savory! The price is..."
  6. Create your "Friendly Cafe Menu" poster: on an A4 sheet, draw pictures of the 4 dishes, write their names, prices, and short descriptions.
  7. Present your menu: prepare to show your poster to the class and read 2–3 short sentences about your chosen dishes!

Evaluation

 

Criteria 1 Point 2 Points 3 Points Score
1. Notebook Notes  Writes 1 new food word in the notebook. Writes 2 new food words and short notes. Writes 3 new food words and clear notes for their role. ___ / 3
2. Role Research  Finds information for only 1 dish. Finds information for 2 dishes for their assigned role. Thoroughly researches assigned dishes (names, main ingredients). ___ / 3
3. Menu Poster Design  Poster is missing some required elements (pictures or prices). Poster includes names, prices, pictures, and short descriptions. Poster is very neat, colorful, with all 4 dishes, prices, and clear descriptions!  ___ / 3
4. Speaking & Teamwork  Reads 1 short sentence with teacher's help. Presents 2 simple sentences about the dishes; works well in a group. Confidently presents 2–3 sentences in English and actively works with the team!  ___ / 3

TOTAL GRADE: ___ / 12 Points

  • 10–12 points — Master Chef!
  • 7–9 points — Junior Chef!
  • 4–6 points — Trainee Chef!
  • 1–3 points —  Beginner!

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the Secret Chef WebQuest and helped open the "Friendly Cafe"! 🎉

You have learned about traditional Ukrainian meals, British tea traditions, and how to present food in English. 


Extra Projects (Bonus Points):

If you want to expand your work, choose one of these optional tasks:

  1. The Chef's Recipe: write a simple 4-step recipe for your favorite dish in English.
  2. Video Food Review: record a short 1-minute video at home showing your favorite afternoon snack and describing it in English.
  3. Roleplay: act out a short dialogue "At the Cafe" (Waiter and Customer) with your partner.