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Useful phrase

“Could I have the hollandaise on the side?”

Ask for the sauce to be served separately.

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Meaning

When to use it

Use it when you want the sauce served in a separate small dish.

Examples

Natural examples

  • Could I have the hollandaise on the side? — Example
Replies

What someone may say back

  • Of course. — Staff agree to your request.
Australian English

Usage note

The same frame works for other sauces: 'on the side'.

Practice mission

Try it in real life

Use this phrase in a real Australian café food or brunch situation.

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