LESSON PLAN FOR ENGLISH TEACHERSEXCELLENT CUISINE
Oct. 15, 2026
Level: Pre-intermediate (A2-B1)
Type of language: General English
Tags: Food and Drink; Travel and Leisure; Socializing; Challenges; Speaking; Article Based; Vocabulary and Grammar; Present Perfect; 13-15 Years Old; 16-18 Years Old; 18+ Years Old
Publication date: 10/15/2026
In this lesson, students will read an article about the origins of the Michelin Guide. They will practice vocabulary from the article and study present perfect continuous with examples in the text. They will then use this language to discuss the content of the article within their local context. (by Edward Alden)
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- CLICK HERE to download/listen to the audio in American English.
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AUDIO TRANSCRIPT
The Journey of the Michelin Guide
How a tire company changed fine dining
The World of Michelin Stars
Speaker: Many people know the Michelin stars as a symbol of luxury dining: the elegant tableware and sparkling glassware, silver cutlery and the perfect menu, from amuse-bouche to digestif. In these fine dining restaurants, service is as important as the food. The maitre d’ welcomes guests and makes sure everything runs smoothly in the dining room. The sommelier recommends wines that go perfectly with each course. Guests often choose between á la carte dishes or a tasting menu, the chef’s best creations.
How It All Started
However, few know that it all started with a tire company! In 1900, the French brothers Edouard and André Michelin wanted to help drivers travel more and use more tires. They created a small red guidebook that gave information about hotels and restaurants in France. At first, the Michelin Guide was free and included maps, petrol stations, and places to eat. Later, the company decided to rate the restaurants. In 1926, they introduced one star for "a very good restaurant". In 1931, two and three stars were added.
One star meant “a good place to stop on your journey.”
Two stars meant "worth a detour."
Three stars meant "excellent cuisine worth a special trip."
The Race for Recognition
Restaurants have been competing for Michelin recognition because a single star can change their future. Chefs have been working hard to improve their cooking and trying new ideas to get a Michelin Star. Many of them have been testing different ways to cook, like slow roasting or using fresh, local ingredients.
The Michelin Guide Today
For more than 100 years, the Michelin Guide has been helping restaurants become better and motivating people to travel to enjoy amazing food. What began as a small guide for drivers has been changing the way people enjoy food around the world. Although Michelin Stars began in France, the Guide now rates restaurants in many countries, from Australia to England. The goal is always the same: to give diners an unforgettable experience.
Adapted from: https://www.linguahouse.com/esl-lesson-plans/general-english/excellent-cuisine. Accessed on November 3, 2026. LinguaHouse.com © 2008–2026. All rights reserved.
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