Spelling nerds, welcome. Grammar nerds, hello. Let’s talk about the “-our” vs “or” endings! As an American who has lived in the UK for the past 10 years, I am fascinated by why Americans don’t use the “-our” ending like in many British spellings (ie, colour, favour, honour), and instead opted for a u-less spelling […]
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Fish and chips, the UK’s most iconic dish (arguably!). In this article, we’ll dive deep into the history of fish and chips in England, including who invented fish and chips, how fish and chips changed in the 1980s and what in the world fish and chips have to do with WWII! As an American who
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Wondering who invented the first electric kettle? Kettles are a staple in almost every British kitchen, no matter the age, gender, social class, ethnicity (in fact, at least 95% of the country have them!), but how did they get there? Often, Americans are confused about electric kettles, asking questions online about why the UK is
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Ready to tour London by bus? You’ve come to the right place. I live in London, and have spent a lot of time figuring out the best London bus tours so that you can make the most of your trip to this incredible city. In this guide, we’re going to explore the best 17 London
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With over 500 years of British art in one location, Tate Britain is one of the leading art museums in all of Europe and it’s definitely one of the best museums in London for art enthusiasts. While the National Gallery offers a chance to see a wide collection of art from around the world, Tate
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Unlike in the United States, where camping is generally permitted on much of the public land such as national forests and wildlife management areas, Britain adopts a more regulated approach to wild or ‘free’ camping. Just because it’s public land, it sadly doesn’t mean you can pitch a tent anywhere that’s flat with a great
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Whether you’re looking for some fun trivia about British things that aren’t common in America, or you’re planning on moving to the UK or making a trip to the UK from the US, these are some of the most interesting things I’ve discovered after 10 years of living in the UK that we don’t see
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Ever wonder which British stereotypes are true and which aren’t? What do people think of the Brits, and is it really accurate in real life? When talking about these British stereotypes, let’s keep in mind that all stereotypes are generalizations. Just because most British people drink tea (this is a true stereotype about the British!),
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Valentine’s Day: whether you love it or you hate it, it’s important to know where it’s celebrated, particularly if you’re visiting England or the UK on Valentine’s Day and want to know if you’ve got options for a date night! So the answer to, “does England celebrate Valentine’s Day?” (including the rest of the UK)
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Whether you’re Bridgerton’s biggest fan or just want a luxurious afternoon tea in London, boy have I got the one for you. There are so many different afternoon tea options in London, all with their merit. You can go for something quirky like the Chesterfield Mayfair’s afternoon tea, more traditional like the Ritz, or even
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