B1 – Intermediate
Caviar is considered a high-value luxury when it comes to gastronomy.
There is a farm of sturgeon fish in Riofrío, Spain that makes the first organic caviar in the world.
Listen to the audio and read the transcript about organic caviar from Spain.
https://www.newsinlevels.com/products/organic-caviar-level-3
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “organic” mean? “A sturgeon farm in Riofrío, southern Spain, produces what it calls the world’s first organic caviar.” Use the word in a sentence. Give a synonym.
- What is an “additive”? “The product contains only sturgeon eggs and salt, with no additives, and is made entirely in the European Union.” Use the word in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
- What does “sustainably sourced” mean? “The fish are raised in natural spring water and are fed organic vegetables and sustainably sourced fishmeal.” Use the phrase in a sentence. Give a synonym.
Discussion Questions:
- What is so special about the caviar made in Riofrío, Spain?
- Are you interested in trying the organic caviar from Riofrío? Have you tried caviar? What do you think about it?
- What is your opinion about more restaurants in Spain putting caviar in their menus?
- What are your thoughts about caviar becoming more affordable?
- Do you prefer food with organic certification? Why or why not?