5 THINGS NOT to do as AMERICAN in the UK | Just for a LAUGH! 🇺🇲 🤍🇬🇧
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The fact you used the phrase "I look like a flippin idiot " is proof you are soaking up the English language a treat... Too funny
Thank you, how funny! I appreciate your time commenting and watching. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
British language whats that then?
Fair point well made 🤣
I am a retired nurse who trained and worked in UK for many years. At one time we had an American lady based at a facility in Yorkshire who had NEVER left the base in all the time she had been here with her husband who was military. And on her very first trip out she drove straight into oncoming traffic ending in a head-on collision with a local vehicle , sustaining very serious injuries . Choosing the house when you get the millions - buy in the Midlands or Yorkshire making everywhere drivable from Lands End to John O' Groats.
Not to mention Anne Sacoolas
@@and_abelard The base where she lived had its roads laid out with UK road markings, a roundabout and driving on the left.
@@johnclements6614 This was some time ago ( more than 40 years ) and maybe not as clearly marked at that time. Nevertheless the fact is that she drove on the wrong side possibly by instinct and a lifetime habit . As I said it was actually her first time leaving the base.
It's truly horrible that mistakes are made that result in an accident with people being hurt. It breaks my heart. It is definitely not something anyone wants to happen.
Fabulous, recommendation on after we win the millions. I definitely appreciate your time watching and commenting. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
@@DaydreamersBarn It's truly disgusting that an American can make an honest mistake but escape British justice by claiming diplomatic immunity and running off to America and hiding behind it's president!
The American Cutlery juggle is Hilarious 😂.
Thanks for your comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Just for context, here in the UK we're trained to use a knife, fork, and spoons in a certain way from earliest childhood so we can be quite adept before reaching adulthood (I can sympathise with those not used to, as my use of chopsticks doesn't come naturally to me). It was drummed into us by our parents and grandparents, to be mastered as an important life skill.
What you may not realise is that it was part of learning 'good manners' and eating/table etiquette, which historically were very important and marked out your social status in the structured class society of the UK. So people would judge you based on how you ate and your table etiquette, and therefore if 'done properly' would help smooth your way in society and be 'accepted'. This still exists and is noted, especially in formal settings. So historically, if adults didn't display competent cutlery use then they would instantly be categorised as 'lower class' or 'uncivilised' and downgraded in the eyes of others. Conversely, if you do display competant cutlery and eating etiquette, you will be elevated and accepted and respected as a 'lady' or 'gentleman'. FYI - this still applies albeit at a sub-concious level these days - so Americans, I'd recommend to learn and practice to use a knife and fork as the UK/Europe does, especially for traditional British-style and European cuisine/meals, and you plan to be eating in a formal setting. It will only enhance your time in the UK/Europe.
BTW eating pasta is fine with a fork in the right hand (as per Italians), and Asian food where people often use forks, spoons or chopsticks in the right hand. And where appropriate, eating with your hands is fine too.
Finally, re: picking widlflowers - this contravenes the 'Countryside Code' as it impacts on the local ecology. Leaving and appreciating wildflowers in their natural habitat maintains the natural balance with plants, animals and insects for food, pollination etc. We learn this as children (especially within the cubs/brownies, scouts/guides). Definitely worth checking (available online) if planning to visit and walk in the British countryside, respecting the natural landscape, rural habitats, and agriculture.
Thank you. I appreciate your time commenting and watching. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
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With the cutlery ( silverware for the Americans watching) whether you’re right or left handed it’s traditional to hold the fork in the LEFT hand ( even though I’m right handed), cut with the knife in the right hand but DON’T ( as Americans do) put the knife down to eat from the fork by changing hands. This makes eating the meal a lot longer, the food goes cold and once you’ve got used to not putting the knife down while eating and keeping the fork in the left hand and the knife in the right hand for the WHOLE meal it’ll come to be second nature, even you Jess 😂😂😂😂😂
I didn't know eating a meal was a speed event ? I was taught to enjoy your meal and not wolf it down and get heartburn and indigestion
British children are taught from an early age how to use a knife and fork properly ( fork in the left hand and knife in the right) , using a spoon and knife together is a definite no no!
Friend, I know I'm just so thankful for all the love and support! I definitely try as best I can to eat, but sometimes it's just not easy. I definitely appreciate your kindness and support! Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
Bluebells are a protected species of flower. Picking them, walking on them, or damaging them can result in legal consequences, as they are classified as an endangered species.
The British ones are, not the Spanish ones....
@@glastonbury4304 True but most people who think about picking them, don't know the difference.
@@stephenlee5929 ...also true, I wonder why we in the UK are completely rubbish within Europe at keeping our indigenous wildlife? ...is it something to do with Empire? 🤷♂️
@glastonbury43 Nature is not static and most things here did kot originate here. Don't get all UKIPpy about it. Even conkers are originally Spanish and rabbits came with the Romans.
They made a video on this last week :)
I have made the same side-of-the-road mistake when hiring a car in Spain. Wondered why someone was on the wrong side of the road, then realised it was me. Just a moments inattention is all it takes. 😁
It is something to get used to for sure. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
Yes, seeing Americans attempt to use a knife and fork is genuinely one of the strangest things I've seen., both over here and when I've visited the USA.
It's just different. I'm sure most Americans feel the same when seeing the upside down fork and knife in hand when you're in the US. I love the differences it's what makes things interesting, I feel. Appreciate your time watching. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
These are really good points. Cultures vary, and it is good to do research before visiting somewhere new. I experienced a big culture shock when I visited the US for a conference. If you are still interested in seeing and exploring canal boats and boating, there is a major boating event at Crick Marina, near Northampton and Rugby. The Crick Boat Show is on the 25th, 26th, and 27th of May, and you can book tickets and see what's there through the dedicated website. Stay well and enjoy life.
Lovely, thank you for the recommendation! We appreciate your kindness and continued support. Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
Every American should eat from a burger van at the side of the road lol😅
Done and done. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
Even after serving 6 yrs in Germany I have been on the wrong side of the road. It usually occurs when you turn at a T junction, with no tfc around. Nowt happened thank god, righted (excuse the pun) myself within seconds. Love the flowers, I hear Elton John would love to visit your gaffe! LOL! Love to you all.
Puns are welcome for sure. There is always one part that can get you regarding driving on the other side of the road. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
I'm Scottish, I worked abroad in an oil & gas terminal for 10 years, and used a pick-up to get around (the gas plant I was responsible for was 2-3 km from the main buildings). I was on a 28/28 day rotation, and had to be careful on my time off back home that I drove on the left - it was usually in outdoor carparks that I found myself on the wrong side of the roadway, fortunately never on the open road.
Thanks for sharing with me. Really appreciate your time watching and commenting. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
The flowers were the first thing I noticed, they look great! As long as one’s not a ‘pig’ whilst eating, I don’t think it matters how you use your cutlery - I’ve seen Americans use their knife and fork differently than we do, but I’d say, while over here, don’t worry about it! One thing I would agree with you on is keep to the left on the road!!👍😃
Truly appreciate your kindness and support! Thank you for your time watching and sharing your thoughts. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
I have driven in France and Germany with a UK right-hand drive car and it is easy to have a lapse of concentration. It does seem to not use a knife and fork together. The flowers are certainly lovely. You are right about service in stores. If I have a question I will come to you. You will always be welcome here, as are your friends.
Yes, because you all are closer to mainland europe and other countries that drive on the right-hand side, then people that live in the US.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the flowers and this video. Also, glad we can all appreciate having things that are different from one another. I love and appreciate every little thing and understand that's what makes us all one of a kind. Really appreciate your time watching and commenting
Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Lovely comments Jess.
Lovely comments, lovely lady, lovely family
Thank you. I appreciate your time commenting and watching. Definitely appreciate all the love and support. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
My son lives in Germany, when visiting him or when he came to the UK, he often laughed at me for heading to the wrong side of his car. Unfortunately it does have its serious side, the wife of an American servicemen left the base driving on the wrong side which resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
The oft seen way Americans use cutlery is reminiscent of, when young, your mother would cut up your food for you. Living on my own, I must confess to using cutlery in a way I would never do eating in company.
Yes and she never faced justice. The spineless individual.
Yes, it is a very unfortunate event. It breaks my heart that it even happens, but we have to understand that no one ever wants it to happen. Thank you so much! We appreciate your time commenting. Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
Within Section 4 (Property) of the Theft Act (1968) (England and Wales only, though similar in Scotland) you will find the following:
“subsection (3) A person who picks mushrooms growing wild on any land, or who picks flowers, fruit or foliage from a plant growing wild on any land, does not (although not in possession of the land) steal what he picks, unless he does it for reward or for sale or other commercial purpose.”
This means that you are legally allowed to pick anything growing wild for personal consumption, including the 4 f’s (fruit, flowers, fungi, and foliage) from any land. However, taking cultivated crops without permission is considered theft and is illegal.
"This means that you are legally allowed to pick anything growing wild for personal consumption,"
Other than any plants in Schedule 8 of the Wild Life and Countryside Act 1981.
Bluebells (UK variety not Spanish) are an endangered species, they are protected in UK law, it is not about thief or ownership, it is about environmental protection.
Native bluebells are protected by law. Spanish bluebells are not protected so you can dig them up!...and dig them up you should, there incredibly tough and invasive, much like the American Grey Squirrel we have, but Continental Europe doesnt on the whole...
Thank you for the insightful information. I'm glad you could come along with us. We appreciate your time. Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
The service thing is even more pronounced in restaurants. In the UK (and most of Europe) it is considered rude for waiting staff to interrupt people eating and they will generally only come to the table to take orders, remove plates, bring the bill etc if you (politely) catch their attention.
I definitely understand that. Thank you for watching and sharing with us. We appreciate your time. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
A lot of us Brits drive hire cars on holiday in continental Europe. I agree that getting in the wrong side of the car can be an issue the first few times, but we soon get used to driving on the right hand side of the road. It would feel really weird to be driving while sitting on the same side as the verge/easement or kerb/curb. Once I'm behind the steering wheel, driving on the correct side of the road becomes a no-brainer.
It is interesting being on opposite side you are supposed to depending on what country you are in. It doesn't make it easier. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
Yes I think you are taking full advantage of your time here. Driving well pretty much same when we go state side. Not so many roundabouts. Our friends came to the U.K. one of them almost got wiped out crossing the road. I had to grab her pull her back, thus avoiding an altercation with a 10 ton truck! Same problem as car doors only would have more impact on you! 1978 (showing my age now) working with Boy Scouts of America, sat at a dining table 10 people watching me eat peas with a reversed fork. I think you wrong about how you use utensils ( eating irons) it’s cultural be American! Not sure about super markets. My wife is a local councillor, we stopped on every isle. It’s more maybe our supermarkets smaller and people chatting block the route. Actually there is one vehicle in the states that is Right hand Drive. The mail man. I
Look forward to your videos. Sets me up for the day.
Thank you, friend! Truly appreciate your kindness and continued support. I definitely have tried to get us out and explore and learn as much as we can. I appreciate your time watching! Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Don’t worry, as a brit, I’ve done exactly the same when driving in Canada and US. I drove on the left one time (no accidents luckily) and was forever getting in the passenger side when wanting to drive. But I found after a day driving - I picked it it up and it became natural. I know your video was light hearted - but I’d be surprised if anyone was annoyed at the way Americans use their cutlery (‘forking it’ I’m told it’s called). I quite like it. Also it’s fun, because I can always pick out Americans in a restaurant. Yes, I think most other countries have the knife in the right hand and fork in the left. We don’t swap over whilst eating like the American way. Thanks. Great video as ever. PS. Do you mind me asking hat your tattoos are?
Thank you so much. I'm so glad that you can enjoy and see the fun.I was trying to have.
I do not mind you asking. The one on my right wrist is domestic violence ribbon, and part of the ribbon is for our military troops with angel wings. The other is a flower for my sister. Thank you for your comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
I drive and ride, on a regular basis, both here and Continental Europe and have never felt it a problem! It isn't because I'm driving in England for a month and then in France (little f) and Spain (Capital S) for a month, it is rather sporadic. Such as, I spent the whole two years of Covid lockdown in Spain, we had put the Mother-in-law on a plane on the 16th of March and they shut down the Airports. On my return I can honestly say that I didn't even think about it!
OK,table etiquette is taught as a child, you haven't been taught it because ALL your food is for use of your hands or one fork, Burgers, Fries, Hot Dogs, Wings, Spaghetti, Meatballs. How you manage, without Cutlery, a full blown, Sunday Roast (Thanks Giving) is beyond me!
Tip for using Cutlery, Put your fork in right hand and knife in the left, with the heel of your hand on the table, the blade and the tines should both be facing up to the heavens, I have seen Muricans, who are different from Americans, with their forks protruding out of the bottom of their bunched fist.
Anyway, let's start off with a Full English, the tines of your fork can be facing down or uppermost, as per Debretts, push you fork tines into the left hand side of the sausage, a bit size portion, in a drawing/sawing motion cut slightly behind the sausage and when separated from the whole, simply pop it in your mouth. You can, of course, add beans, tomatoes or mushrooms to your fork by placing the sausage laden fork onto your plate and pushing said items onto the back half of the tines. The same can be done with the Proper Bacon that should be on your plate, always position the portion that you wish to eat to the left of the fork, this saves double shuffling of food to fork and fork/knife from hand to hand.
I was in London having a meal in a very fancy restaurant with an American couple, business associates that I met in Wisconsin, they were both doing the double hand shuffle, but no big deal but then, let me tell you that I was a heavy smoker, from the wrong side of the tracks, to use an American expression, I'm from the Elephant and Castle, South East London, but then, half way through the main course, she put her fork down and lit a cigarette, two puffs, one mouthful, two puffs, saw saw, double hand shuffle, change the cigarette hand, one mouthful, smoke billowing across the table, mainly in my wife's direction, it was an amazing feat of dexterity!
I have seen a Murican with a TV programme, come to London, was taken for a pint and Fish and Chips, but he took one look and knew he was beaten by the sight of a Kinfe AND a Fork and proceeded to pick the fish up with both hands and gnaw at it like a corn cob, like a *monkey* in a Zoo!
I have been enjoying you and your families Vlogs, keep on keeping on!
Definitely appreciate all your comments and insights. We also appreciate all your support and kindness. We love sharing our fun VLOG with you. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
The only part of US cutlery usage I don't get, is when you use a knife and fork to cut the meat and *then* you put the knife down and switch your fork to the other hand to eat the meat; BUT if you're in a restaurant and someone comments on your eating habits- that's just rude! You keep on eating anyway you like, personally - at home - I tend to use a soup spoon to eat *everything* !
Love it! Thanks for the comment and support. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Do you hold a pitcher of water in one hand and your drink in the other even after you pour it? lol
As someone who has spent time in the US I find it very awkward to use a knife and fork in the a
American style, the process of jabbing the fork in the meat and the picking up the knife to cut followed by putting the knife down again and swapping the fork into the hand that the knife has just come very time consuming
Enough of my moaning may I make a suggestion for a weekend explore
Travel to Newark on Trent where the is a castle in which King John died in 1216
There is also a beautiful Parish church and a traditional cobble stone outdoor market place (best 0:10 on a Saturday) plus more attractions too numerous to mention
From there travel a few miles north to Edwinstowe and visit the Major Oak where Robin Hood is said to have lived
From there (next day) head to Lincoln . Beautiful cathedral with the only original copy in the world of the Magna Carta. A castle with Roman walls, prison from the Victorian time, there’s so much to see and do here you will need all day
I hope you don’t mind me making suggestions for you , Enjoy
There are four original copies of Magna Carta. The one in best condition is in Salisbury Cathedral - the Lincoln copy is poor by comparison. (signed) a proud Sarumite!
I appreciate your thoughts on our eating.
Lovely, thank you for the recommendation. I definitely appreciate your time! Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Ive lived in France, Holland and the States and alwsys went to the wrong side of the car....😂🤦
Love it! I'm glad it's not just me. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Picking flowers is legal. Picking protected flowers is not. Uprooting plants is always illegal. Your flowers always look absolutely beautiful.
We will just stick with not picking any, just to stay on the safeside. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
I wasn't aware of that Americans used a knife and fork differently to over here until I went on a date with a lady from California many years ago which caused much amusement. One thing I don't like when I go into a store to buy something is to be jumped on by a sales assistant as soon as you walk through the door. I like to have a look at the products on sale then approach a member of staff in the store if i have any questions. At the other extreme, its also frustrating when you want some assistance and you get ignored by a member of staff who is too busy doing something else as happened to me recently. I don't think generally customer service in the UK is that great to be honest. Congrats on the job Jess, I'm sure you'll be a real asset to your employer.
Thanks for watching and commenting. There are pros and cons to the different styles in customer service. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
Hi , using a knife and fork is taught very young here , i was a dinner lady and we encouraged the 4- 6 yr olds to use both continuously , Americans tend to cut the food up then put the knife down but that's what we would do for toddlers 😅. It all goes down the same way in the end its all good 😊❤
Right, I love how different we all are but very similar. I appreciate all the difference. I appreciate your time watching and commenting. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Just remember that a lot of the flowers growing on the sides of the roads or on roundabouts are planted by the local councils for everyone to enjoy. Also, customer service. In the UK the customer is not always right and Brits will waste no time in telling you as much. Btw, the full quote from Harry Selfridge is "The customer is always right, in matters of taste," Which means that if they wanna buy an ugly hat, let them - they're still buying it.
Wonderful insight. We appreciate your time watching and sharing with us. Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
I think the knife and fork thing is looked upon as poor table manners....especially if someone cuts their food up with the side of a fork as well. We do do this but it's normally when eating cake with a fork etc
Little tip (if you are not already aware), put the flowers in some cheap soda water or lemonade (not tap water) as the CO2 in the water keeps them fresher for longer and put a small cross in the stem at the bottom with a small knife this will also help.
Also try putting a 2p coin in the bottom of the vase.. I don't understand why but it does prolong the lifetime of them.
Thanks for all the insight. I understand some may look at it as poor manners. I feel most would see it as cultural differences. We all appreciate not everyone being the same. Thank you for your lovely comment and time watching. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Yep true. I hate being hassled by shop assistants when browsing. If I cannot find something or need information about something I will ask because I'm a big boy. It's unlikely that I'll just walk out if I have a question. Sometimes you are just looking for inspiration, taking a gander.
We were in a clothing shop looking at tshirts for my daughter the other day. Three time the same assistant asked if we're ok, do you need help, what are you looking for. If you're thumbing through a rack of tshirts I guess we found it. I'm not looking for socks.
Thank you so much for your comment and insight. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
#1 Its quite easy to remember to drive on the left when you think ok I need my right hand free to hold my sword/lance in order to joust oncoming traffic.
#2 Literally holding a knife and fork properly is one of the first things we are taught in school, don't use spoons. Spoons are for soups (soup spoon), desserts (dessert spoon) and stirring one's Tea (Tea Spoon), heck we even name them for ease of knowing which is which! We shall judge you if you eat like a caveman though of course we wouldn't say anything but silently scorn you.
#3 We love our gardens, don't pick the flowers (especially bluebells as they are protected as they only grow in certain ancient woodlands) - wild garlic and fruit is ok, but again make sure its on 'common land' not in someone's garden.
#4 people are quite polite if I get asked if I need any help In a shop, I just say "just browsing thank-you", which roughly translates to leave me alone thanks!.
#5 Explore, see what else this fabulous island of ours has to offer, they are some hidden gems such as little villages with a green and a cricket pitch and of course the obligatory country pub. Of course, the main benefit of living on an Island is the easy access to the Sea. A unique British thing that we all love to go to the coast, have an ice cream, bag of chips and a cup of Tea (or a pint)... Ah.. bliss
Lovely, thank you for all your lovely recommendations and insight! Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
Brilliant!
We appreciate your time watching and sharing with us. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
One that you missed out (and even I as a guy know this), is women's clothes sizes. They're bad enough to begin with, but a 10 in the States is a 12 in the UK, and according to my sister, bra sizes are a minefield at the best of times without also having to think and convert sizes. And shoes you really need to try on before you buy. I'm a UK10, which makes me US 10.5/11, and I had the problem of finding shoes to fit because I went into Brit Mode, not American so everything was really tight.
Oh, don't get me started on american sizing. It is just absurd! I absolutely love UK sizing. I agree! Thank you for your comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
@@DaydreamersBarn I'm a guy, I don't generally buy bras, but when my sister was pregnant with her first, I managed to find stuff for her just by looking. It was only when she was 6 months that everything needed to be properly fitted. Which, as her brother I willingly paid for. The lady that did her fitting said the rule for a 'big' pregnancy is go a size up. So instead of a dress size 10, get a 12, C cup go for a D cup, swollen ankles, just wear trainers. To me it's foreign but apparently the general rule works
Add, do not drive on the right and kill someone, and then falsely claim diplomatic immunity before fleeing the country. Not that you need to worry about that as both your driving is excellent, better than many UK citizens.
Yes, understand that full. Thanks for the comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Glad to see that you have picked up that there is a choice between living in England OR Cornwall!
Both sides of the Tamar would agree with that! ;-)
A suggested 6th no-no is calling football 'soccer!' The clue is that football mainly uses the feet, unlike the American pretender! ;-)
Agree to disagree, lol. Thanks for the comment. Cheers, Chris.
@@DaydreamersBarn ;-)👍
Americans say FORK and KNIFE. We say KNIFE and FORK .
NEVER pick wild flower or ones from someone's garden !! I had to tell someone of, from another country, for picking flowers from my garden !
NEVER do the " peace sign" the wrong way round in the UK !
We also know how to use them.
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Holding a knife and fork properly is how we’re brought up to have ‘proper’ (in our country) table manners!
I hate being harassed by store assistants!
I am American but always have eaten like the UK.
Glad to hear it. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
Yes, 100% to the passenger seat!! 😅
For sure! Cheers, Chris and Jess.
If someone pesters you in a shop, they think you are stealing. Waiting for eye contact is the way.
Good to note. Cheers.
Its also illegal in some US states to pick flowers or certain ones.
Correct. Thank you for your comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
It’s not the utensils that drive me up the wall it is Americans wearing hats when they sit down to eat in restaurants. Just one of those culture things but winds me up for no real reason🏴🦄🏴🦄😂
A few years ago I met an American family over here on vacation. They'd asked me to tell them about what they should/should not wear so I had said "don't wear baseball caps, and if you must wear them, don't do so indoors." They arrived, we met for lunch. The husband was wearing a baseball cap. We went into the restaurant and got a table. He went on wearing his cap. He ate sausage and mash, followed by sticky toffee pudding, and then drank coffee. Still wearing his cap. Then we went into the local cathedral, a 900-year old building with traditions twice as old and he still didn't take his hat off!
I completely understand if you're at a very nice restaurant the hat should be taken off, in my opinion. Appreciate your time friend. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
The knife and fork thing does irritate us Brits, yes its quite irrational. Just using a fork, looks wrong, having spent time across the pond whilst in the Royal Navy, when you used a knife and fork in a restaurant the same would happen, people would look, then ask for a cup of tea 😅😅 got to live up to the stereotype.
The stereotypes are going to be where ever you go. We try to embrace them the best we can and set as good as an example as we can. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
I don’t mind the cutlery thing but I can see you’d get some odd looks by some people in a less busy restaurant. Actually I suspect you might get more odd looks on the continent. The thing is Europeans probably associate people holding one piece of cutlery at a time with toddlers and I’ve seen many of those sorts of comments on YT re American eating. It’s also very class based as most things are here. My wife pushes food into what I consider is the back of her fork with her knife and then balances it there before eating. I do use my knife similarly but I push food onto the scoop side before eating which apparently shows I’m lower middle class! We cope though!
Interesting take on the process. Being broken down with classes is an interesting perspective. Thanks for commenting. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
If you don't use a knife to cut your food up what do you use?.
Oh, I always use the knife. We just don't keep it in my hand all the time. Just the way we were taught to eat our food. I absolutely love all of the differences and being able to recognize and just appreciate all the differences. Appreciate your time watching and commenting. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
LOL😊
Thabk you for watching and enjoying! Cheers 🤍 Jess x
They're fresh flowers? I thought they were plastic !
They were just so perfect, right? Cheers 🤍 Jess x
@@DaydreamersBarn perfection...
I'm English and it really annoys me when my parents dish out the pasta accompanied by knives and forks for each person. Like ,what are you doing you lunatics? Spoons are all that's required. Who are you people, are we related?
Gotta love it. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
I don't think Americans, or any other foreigners should have to conform to our use of cutlery, it's not important. Watching your demonstration had me in tucks.
Thank you so much for your kindness.And i'm so glad I can make you enjoy the videos. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Cornwall is England
Some Cornish might, sometimes, disagree,😁
Right, but some will always find something not to agree with. 😉 Appreciate your time watching and commenting. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
I have yet to see an American using a Knife and fork correctly, they use a fork like a shovel. Guess this is because the tend to eat fast food with their hands.
You are correct in your observation, they appear to be devoid of table manners that we were taught.
@@xxx-kt7dl It is probably true they don't use the table manners 'we were taught', they have different manners, as do many other cultures.
We don't all eat fast food. 😉
We definitely eat differently, and I appreciate the difference. Thank you for your comment. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
The American way of eating is strange, however saying that i eat with a spoon with a knife edge...😂😂😂
Haha, I completely understand! Thank you for watching and sharing with us. We appreciate your time. Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
Re cutlery/silverware, generally in UK they are referred to as Knife and Fork, not Fork and Knife.
Haha. Thanks for the correction, friend. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
Brits go to other countries on holiday and tear the places up and we're renowned throughout the world for our football hooligan culture when we're abroad. imo come here and just eat how you want to eat, if people care how you are holding your fork or whatever, they're weird. As if they'd switch the way they eat themselves if they moved to the USA from here 🙄... be proud of the way you hold your fork. Apparently that's the way the British originally did it when America was colonised, and the way its done now here is some poncy modern invention.
I definitely appreciate all your lovely comments. I get it and do try to make an effort to not look so out of place but very hard as soon as I open my mouth. LoL
Thank you for your comment and support. Cheers 🤍 Jess & family x
Farting loudly in public is sort of frowned upon.
That should be the same in both, but yes we do agree. Thanks for commenting. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
Driving on the left....it's true, you have to concentrate big time. I lived in the USA, I had to do a driving test, I still have a FL driving license, and you have to concentrate, so yes as I've said before, respect for you and Chris for driving on the other side of the road and embracing it. Eating with just a fork....most Americans do it, don't worry about it, although Brits think 'Oh, that's a bit cack handed'. Bluebells....just pick them they're wild, do it please, don't bother about stupid rules, just don't say it on your vlogs...And finally....you're already breaking the rule I mentioned in your last video. Holiday homes/$$$$ You have to tell yourself you already have it, PRESENT TENSE, and believe it, trick your subconscious mind. Then the universe finds a way to get what you think. Finally, you have great hair😅
Don't pick bluebells, Or primroses. Or cowslips. Or any other protected species - and if you don't know which they are, don't pick anything. I don't care whether it's illegal or not - with a lot of species, if you pick the flowers the plant can't reproduce and often dies. People don't always confine themselves to picking the flowers either, though that's bad enough. They dig the plants up and take them to transplant in gardens, where, of course, the conditions aren't suitable and they die. Just leave the flowers for other people to enjoy, for bees to pollinate, and do the same for the plants.
@@carolineb3527 Picking a few plants, that grow in their millions across the UK, will make no difference to bees, or anything. Stop watching gardening programmes!
@@iankelly5387 I remember when an English springtime was marked not just by bluebells but by acres of cowslips, as far as the eye could see. But my generation didn't know that picking cowslips (and wild primroses) was a factor in stopping them spreading. It wasn't the primary cause but it was significant. It takes many years for a bank of cowslips to regenerate and they won't do it if they're picked. So don't do it. Go to the garden centre and buy a pot plant, buy a bunch of freesias from outside the bus station, but leave the wild flowers growing where they are.
@@carolineb3527 Utter bizarre, however if that is you, ok
We appreciate the comment. Regarding the flowers, we will just stay on the safeside to make sure there are no issues. Cheers, Chris and Jess.
The reason we look at Americans strangely when they eat is that Americans eat exactly like our toddlers. It took me years to realise they are actually taught to eat like that. It also doesn't help that they complain if wait staff don't baby them. Can't hold utensils like we do, need constant attention from adults throughout the meal, it all seems immature to us. And don't get ne started on them needing someone tobag their groceries. But it's a cultural difference and once we get used to it, we try hard not to look at them,
Thanks for watching and commenting.
We value customer service and don't have a stick up our ass about utensil usage. Sounds good to me.
Them that don't like it can go home
Same, my friend! I appreciate your support and kindness. I appreciate your time. Cheers 🤍 Jess x
What I find stupid is that american military bases are not made to drive on the left within the base,the government should either change the rules to enforce the correct driving rules or outright ban american military personnel and family members from driving in the UK if they refuse to comply. They’re here at our sufference,many more “accidents” due to their inability to behave appropriately and their could follow a public backlash,like the p.o.s. sacoolas caused.
Not that long ago a young lad was hit by a woman coming of a US base, the young lad died and the woman buggerd of back to America.
I'm sure they drive on the left on the bases, the road signs and markings are the same as outside.
We follow all the same road laws when on the base here in England.
I'm not sure as to who the person you are referring to, and I'm sorry that such an unfortunate accident happened. My heart goes out to all involved. Cheers Jess