Even people who speak passable Spanish or Portuguese can have trouble reading a menu. Although you may know that the word for fish in Spanish is pescado, you might be surprised to discover kokotxas (fish glands, a Basque specialty) on a menu. If you think of it in terms of English, can you imagine a foreign traveler who speaks basic English and knows the word for meat, understanding what prime rib is? Or a porterhouse? Veggie platter, anyone? Buffalo...
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