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IELTS Speaking Part 2 & 3 · Current season: 6.25-7.13 Predicted · Updated 2026-07-03

Part 2 Cue Card

Describe a food that people eat on special occasions/events

You should say:

  • What it is
  • What the special event/occasion is
  • How it is cooked/made
  • And explain why people eat it on that special occasion/event

You will have one to two minutes to talk about this topic.

Part 3 Discussion Questions

  • Why are there special foods on special occasions or events?
  • What are the differences between everyday food and festival food?
  • Are there any differences between the food people eat today and the food people ate in the past?
  • Do people today prefer eating at home or in a restaurant?