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informal letter invitation to a friend for themed dinner.

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Dear Ruby, I hope you are doing well! I’m writing to invite you to a special dinner that I’m organizing for my husband’s birthday. We are going to celebrate with a Vietnam-themed evening and it would be great if you could join us! The reason I chose Vietnamese cuisine is that my husband has become a big fan of it ever since we visited your beautiful country. One dish I’m especially excited to prepare is pho. My husband absolutely loved it during our trip because of its rich
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. I want to surprise him and our guests by cooking
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 delicious dish at home to remind us of those great memories. The party will be next Saturday at 19:00 at our home. There will
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 be other Vietnamese (Vietnamese) dishes, music and fun. I would like you to join us and enjoy the evening together. Please let me know if you can come! Looking forward to seeing you! Best wishes, Kate
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Coherence and Cohesion
Consider ensuring all dishes mentioned have a consistent cultural context to enhance the thematic coherence.
Task Achievement
Make sure to check for any repeated words or phrases, such as 'Vietnamese (Vietnamese)', to improve clarity.
Coherence and Cohesion
The letter starts with a warm greeting and purpose, creating a friendly tone.
Task Achievement
The inclusion of the personal story about why Vietnamese cuisine was chosen makes the invitation engaging and personal.
Coherence and Cohesion
The closing of the letter is polite and anticipates a response, which encourages participation.

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