Specials
SPESH-ulz /ˈspeʃlz/
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What it really means
Extra dishes not on the normal menu, often written on a blackboard or told to you by the waiter. Usually seasonal or using fresh ingredients that day. It is fine to ask the price if it is not shown.
Chinese explanation
不在常规菜单上的临时菜品，常写在小黑板上或由服务员口述，多为时令菜或当日新鲜食材。没标价格的话，问价完全没问题。
Example conversation
A: Today's specials are on the board — the sea bass is very good.
B: Lovely. How much is the sea bass?
A：今日特色菜在黑板上——鲈鱼特别好。
B：好啊。鲈鱼多少钱？
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