Ever wondered about the differences between Costco in the USA and Costco in the UK? I’ve got an entire article on whether there even is Costco in the UK (yes), but in this guide, we’re diving deep into the differences between the American Costcos and British Costcos so you know what to expect if you’re …
Ever heard of crochet postbox toppers? I definitely hadn’t before moving to the UK, but over the past few years, knitted postbox toppers like this one have been popping up all across the country. They’re adorable, they add a pop of color and fun to local villages and even big cities, and there is no …
Knitted Postbox Toppers: history of the UK’s quirkiest pastime Read More
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 …
Why don’t Americans use “-our” endings like the British? Read More
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 …
Fish and chips in England history: who invented fish and chips? Read More
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 …
Who invented the electric kettle? + British kettle facts! Read More
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 …
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!), …
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) …
Does the UK Celebrate Valentine’s Day? Answer from a local Read More
