Food: preferences and eating habits

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acquire a taste for

распробовать

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develop a liking for

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lose your taste for

to gradually begin to enjoy a food or drink

Some flavours seem strange at first, but you can acquire a taste for them over time.

I acquired a taste for olives after trying them several times.

be a fussy eater

привередничать в еде

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be picky about food

to be unwilling to eat many kinds of food

Travelling can be difficult if you happen to be a fussy eater and dislike unfamiliar dishes.

I was a fussy eater when I was younger and refused to try any vegetables except carrots.

be keen on

очень любить

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be fond of

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dislike

to like or enjoy a particular thing very much

I used to be keen on very spicy food, but now I prefer milder dishes.

My sister is keen on seafood and often orders prawns when we eat out.

eat at regular times

питаться по расписанию

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follow a regular meal schedule

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eat at irregular times

to have breakfast, lunch, and dinner at roughly the same hours each day

It is difficult to eat at regular times when your timetable changes.

My family tries to eat at regular times during the school week.

eat in moderation

есть умеренно

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overeat

to have reasonable amounts of food rather than too much

At the party, I ate in moderation and stopped when I felt full.

I can enjoy my favourite desserts and still eat in moderation by choosing a small portion.

eat on the go

have a preference for

have a proper meal

have a sweet tooth

have a varied diet

skip a meal

try new food