¡Buen provecho! (Enjoy your meal)

By Ms Rowena Stevens, Spanish Language Teacher

Last week our enthusiastic Year 7 and 8 Spanish students, along with their teachers, Señora Stevens, Señor Lamson and Señor Salman, had the opportunity to enjoy a delicious taste of Peruvian cuisine — traditional empanadas!

This experience was part of our broader unit on Spanish-speaking cultures, where students have been exploring the rich diversity of traditions, geography, and customs from around the Hispanic world. Year 8 students in particular have been focusing on food vocabulary, making this activity a perfect hands-on extension of their classroom learning. Para mí, una empanada de pollo, por favor (A chicken empanada for me, please).

Sampling authentic Peruvian empanadas not only brought the topic to life, but also sparked great conversations about the ingredients, preparation and cultural significance of the dish. It was a fun, engaging way for students to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Peruvian culture, while also developing their language skills in a meaningful, real-world context.