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Wilson: "Excuse me, I couldn't help but notice we're both on daddy duty today. First time at Din Tai Fung?"「不好意思，我忍不住注意到我們今天都在當奶爸呢。第一次來鼎泰豐嗎？」

外國男性: "Oh, hi there! Yes, it's our first time. I've heard so much about their dumplings. Is it always this crowded?"「哦，你好！是的，這是我們第一次來。我聽說過很多關於他們小籠包的讚譽。這裡總是這麼擁擠嗎？」

Wilson: "Pretty much, especially during meal times. But trust me, it's worth the wait. I'm Wilson, by the way, and this is my wife, Mei."「差不多吧，尤其是在用餐時間。不過相信我，等待是值得的。順道一提，我叫 Wilson，這是我的太太小美。」

Mei: "Nice to meet you! How old is your little one?"「很高興認識你！你的小寶貝多大了？」

外國男性: "Nice to meet you both. I'm Tom, and this little guy is 18 months old. How about yours?"「很高興認識你們。我是 Tom，這個小傢伙 18 個月大了。你們的呢？」

Wilson: "Ours just turned two. They grow up so fast, don't they? Are you visiting Taiwan or living here?"「我們的剛滿兩歲。他們長得真快，是吧？你是來台灣旅遊還是住在這裡？」

Tom: "We're here for a year on a work assignment. It's been quite an adventure with a toddler!"「我們因工作指派來這裡一年。帶著小孩真是一場大冒險！」

Mei: "Oh, that must be exciting! How are you finding Taiwan so far?"「哇，那一定很刺激！到目前為止你覺得台灣怎麼樣？」

Wilson: "Speaking of Din Tai Fung, do you know what they're most famous for?"「說到鼎泰豐，你知道他們最有名的是什麼嗎？」

Tom: "I've heard it's their xiaolongbao, right? The soup dumplings?"「我聽說是他們的小籠包，對吧？就是那種有湯汁的餃子？」

Wilson: "Exactly! They're incredible. The trick is to eat them without burning your tongue or spilling the soup."「沒錯！它們真的很棒。訣竅是要如何吃不燙到舌頭又不灑出湯汁。」

Tom: "Oh, is there a special technique? I'd hate to embarrass myself."「哦，有什麼特別的技巧嗎？我可不想出醜。」

Mei: "Don't worry, it's part of the fun! They'll give you instructions. Basically, you put it on your spoon, poke a little hole to let the steam out, then sip the soup before eating the whole thing."「別擔心，這也是樂趣的一部分！他們會給你說明的。基本上，你要把小籠包放在湯匙上，戳個小洞讓蒸氣出來，然後先喝湯再整個吃掉。」

Wilson: "And don't forget to try their other specialties too. The shrimp and pork wontons in spicy sauce are amazing."「別忘了也試試他們的其他招牌菜。紅油抄手也很讚。」

Tom: "That sounds delicious! Any recommendations for ordering? I'm a bit overwhelmed by the menu options."「聽起來很美味！有什麼點菜建議嗎？我看菜單選項有點眼花撩亂。」

Wilson: "Well, for a first-timer, I'd definitely suggest getting the classic pork xiaolongbao. Then maybe try the truffle xiaolongbao for something special. Oh, and their fried rice is surprisingly good too."「嗯，對第一次來的人，我一定會推薦經典的豬肉小籠包。然後可以試試特別的松露小籠包。對了，他們的炒飯也意外地好吃。」

Mei: "And don't forget some veggies! Their sautéed string beans with garlic are delicious. It's good to balance out all the dumplings."「別忘了點些蔬菜！他們的蒜炒四季豆很好吃。這樣可以平衡一下吃了那麼多餃子。」

Tom: "Thanks for the tips! I'm getting hungrier by the minute. Do they have any special considerations for kids?"「謝謝你們的建議！我越來越餓了。他們有針對孩子的特別餐點嗎？」

Wilson: "They're pretty good with kids actually. They have high chairs, and the staff is usually very patient. Plus, most kids love the dumplings. Just be careful with the hot soup inside."「他們其實對孩子很友善。有提供高腳椅，員工通常也很有耐心。而且，大多數孩子都喜歡吃餃子。只是要小心裡面的熱湯。」

Tom: "That's great to know. I'm really looking forward to this now. Thanks for all the information!"「知道這些真是太好了。現在我真的很期待了。謝謝你們提供這麼多資訊！」

Wilson: "No problem at all! Oh, looks like we're almost at the front of the line. Get ready for a treat!"「不客氣！哦，看來我們快要到前面了。準備好大飽口福吧！」

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