Today we’re talking about something many of us are familiar with – drinking in a bar or a pub. Now Neil, do you have a favourite bar or pub?
Neil: Well, I have a few favourites. One in particular is a pub I used to go to after work with friends and colleagues where you got personal service – they brought the drink to you, which is very unusual in this country.
Rob: It certainly is! I like the old-fashioned-style English pubs, with plenty of ale on offer, cosy little corners to sit in and a roaring log fire. I’m not so keen on those bright, loud and modern bars – and the drinks are expensive there too!
Neil: You’re very traditional, aren't you, Rob? Well, let's talk more about places to drink around the world soon and highlight some drinking-related vocabulary. But first, how about a question?
Rob: Of course. In the UK the word ‘pub’ is short for public house – and there are over 50,000 of them with many different historical names. But do you know which name is the most popular pub name? Is it…
a) The Red Lion
b) The Crown
c) The Royal Oak