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A few years back I had spent a summer in Europe, particularly in Berlin. I also traveled from place to place throughout central Europe. I had to admit, whether I would have a beer or enjoy a snack or meal the food and quality of drinks seemed to exceed the average mark of their North American counterparts. Most everything I tasted, from cheese to certain types of meat and produce, seemed to have a higher quality of taste. It was often more rich and had a more unique burst of flavor. Beer for example was always incredibly smooth and not overly carbonated or bitter. Cheese have a rich and soft texture that wasn't salty. Bread, above all, concisely tasted fresh with a crunchy crush and soft interior texture.
I hate to stereotype as North America is still a large bread basket and produces quality food. Something about European food however really sets it apart in quality from North America. Things such as beer is understandable considering that there is a long tradition of strict brewing laws in parts of central Europe. Other food though still seems to bring up questions though. It is usually reasonably priced and the quality seems amazing. If you want the same taste in North America you would need to pay extra for imported products.
Anyone care to share their thoughts? So far the only conclusion I came come to is Europe is more strict in protecting small farms and small business related to food service and food production.
I can't comment on America, however, I'm from Berlin and everytime I go abroad (particularly Spain, France and Britain) the food tastes waaaaay better and more fresh than the junk you get in German grocery stores or restaurants.
I can't comment on America, however, I'm from Berlin and everytime I go abroad (particularly Spain, France and Britain) the food tastes waaaaay better and more fresh than the junk you get in German grocery stores or restaurants.
Well just to support your experience, the food I had in Vienna was much more fresh and better than in Berlin.
I can't comment on America, however, I'm from Berlin and everytime I go abroad (particularly Spain, France and Britain) the food tastes waaaaay better and more fresh than the junk you get in German grocery stores or restaurants.
Do you really think so? I've never been to Germany so cannot comment, but I did enjoy the food in France and Spain.
A few years back I had spent a summer in Europe, particularly in Berlin. I also traveled from place to place throughout central Europe. I had to admit, whether I would have a beer or enjoy a snack or meal the food and quality of drinks seemed to exceed the average mark of their North American counterparts. Most everything I tasted, from cheese to certain types of meat and produce, seemed to have a higher quality of taste. It was often more rich and had a more unique burst of flavor. Beer for example was always incredibly smooth and not overly carbonated or bitter. Cheese have a rich and soft texture that wasn't salty. Bread, above all, concisely tasted fresh with a crunchy crush and soft interior texture.
I hate to stereotype as North America is still a large bread basket and produces quality food. Something about European food however really sets it apart in quality from North America. Things such as beer is understandable considering that there is a long tradition of strict brewing laws in parts of central Europe. Other food though still seems to bring up questions though. It is usually reasonably priced and the quality seems amazing. If you want the same taste in North America you would need to pay extra for imported products.
Anyone care to share their thoughts? So far the only conclusion I came come to is Europe is more strict in protecting small farms and small business related to food service and food production.
I don't know, but food and drink always taste better on vacation.
By now there is plenty of world-class food and drink in America. If you choose good (non-chain) restaurants and/or cook at home using decent ingredients, you'll eat as well as in Europe. And there is plenty of good coffee and beer in the US, just not Folgers and Miller.
On top of this, things are global now, read your labels, so much of what I eat is not made or grown in America anyway and vice versa.
But I'll admit that many Americans (50%?) have no interest in better food or even the ability to differentiate. And I'll also admit to having had dreadful meals in Italy, England, Romania, Russia and more.
This post would be far more valid before about 1988.
But I'll admit that many Americans (50%?) have no interest in better food or even the ability to differentiate.
Many Americans only care about quantity.
Those humongous soda and pop corn are non-existent anywhere else outside America. I have no idea why they need that much.
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