"Mmmm. That sounds good. But I think I'm more in the mood for beef..." She scanned the menu until she found something that looked appealing. "Grilled vegetables, carrots, peppers, mushrooms and onions with sliced sirloin steak. Your choice of sauce or dressing."

She gave a friendly little wave to catch the waiter's eye and call him over. "Do you know what you want, Frau?"