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How to Order at a French Bakery and Cafe
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At the Bakery
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I want croissants and chocolate pastries.
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I am drinking a coffee and I am drinking water.
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How do I order pastries at a French bakery?
You can order pastries by politely stating what you would like using basic vocabulary learned in beginner lessons. Level-specific guides help you build up from simple requests to more detailed conversations with your baker.
What should I say when ordering a drink at a cafe terrace?
You can use common polite phrases to ask for a drink easily. Practice with the cafe terrace lessons to become comfortable with everyday ordering situations.
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