Hello, US person here. For us a pancake is basically a slightly thick crepe, but I've ordered pancakes in both Indonesia and Thailand and been served what we Americans call sponge cake. Something baked in a pan we'd ice with buttercream and serve at a birthday. I'm curious to know if they're going off of British terminology or if this just a local thing. Technically it definitely is cake baked in a pan.

The reason I thought it might be British is because on so many menus I've seen something called American breakfast, but it's usually just an english breakfast missing an item.

Strange question. I’m about to move into a 800 sq ft house (74 sq m) with my two kids. TIL that that’s about the size of the average home in Britain. For a Canadian that’s quite small. Particularly the kids bedrooms and living room will be much smaller than we’re used to.

So I guess what I’m asking is, is there anything common over there that helps you deal with space issues? A little weird to think about.

Ps. If it helps just pretend you’re talking to an American. Except I can’t use my yard for half the year 😉

Hi all!

So it's been my dream for years to live temporarily in the UK - I'm an American Anglophile; I love everything about the UK - the people, the history, the beauty....

It's not a definite thing, but I feel like now might be the right time. I'm having a hard time finding work, but I have savings that would allow me to fund a short term stay - so no work obligations. I'm 53 - in good enough shape to travel now. And I think I want to be brave - I know I'd be nervous doing this on my own, but I'd regret never taking the chance

So I was wondering what kind of questions I'd need to ask, and/or what kind of info I'd need to get, before getting into the fun aspects of planning this

Much as I'd love to work part time, I don't think there's a work visa that suits - though I have some connections in London who, if I could work for them, I could get a visa

I would love to live in Scotland, too - it's breathtaking. One place I keep meaning to visit is the Scottish Borders. I have such a feeling for that area even though I've never been. It's a beautiful location, and there's so much to do. It just sounds lovely - lol, I think I'm convincing myself that it's where I want to be, lol. But there are so many places - I know I have to do my research

I should add that I'd love to be in a market town, somewhere safe, with good food, access to cool historical sites and near some body of water. I won't have a car, so also good public transport options. I saw on some other posts mentions of Ludlow, Lewis, Hereford, Alnick, etc...

I've seen mention of Air BnBs, but I've never stayed in one - are there other options?

Sorry for rambling, lol - I'm just kind of giddy!

Thank you!!

An example of what I am talking about happens in this scene a few times. Both of these actors are American, so it's as absurd as can be, but the older man is the one to focus on. I have seen British actors and comedians perform the same kind of affectation. I'm curious to know where this stereotype comes from and to what extent it exists in UK culture. It might be more common in US media, where until recently, the only English accents on display were exaggerated posh or exaggerated working-class London.

The New York Times published an article in the 1970s titled, "The Affected Stammer as a Mark of an English Gentleman." It's archived, so I don't have access to it, however.

Hi,

Just looking for ideas to what to do during term-time evenings.

It's dark, wet and miserable outside. But it's nice to get out the house sometimes in the evening after dinner. However there's not a lot in my nearby area, but I can drive into my nearest city if need be and maybe take them for a meal or watch a movie.

My kids are both early highschool age.

What do you do with yours? Is there anywhere local you like to take them or do as a family?

I’m American but my mother is English. She used this phrase meaning fancy (as in lavish, not to fancy someone). I guess like ritzy glitzy. Anyway my question is: Is this a real phrase and if so how do you spell it?

A few years ago while exploring google earth I found this town to the east of Manchester with a canal going through it, and cliffs on either side. There was a bridge going over the ravine, and a seemingly popular walking path along the water. I can't for the life of me find this town on the map. It was beautiful, I imagine it's a sought after place to visit. Does this ring a bell for anyone?

Edit: u/owls_know_things got it, it’s the Diggle Canal Walk in Uppermill.

I’ve heard 2 separate instances recently where someone goes “to the post office” but they come out with food. Where I live a post office is only a place to send letters and packages or buy stamps and things of that sort. Example 1: on Time Team the host goes to the “post office” to buy lardy bread. Example 2: Ariadne Oliver goes to the “post office” to buy a bag of apples. (Agatha Christie, Mrs McGinty’s Dead)

Heeeeey, I'm travelling abroad for the first time in many years (finally!) and I'm staying near Southwark. I'd love to go to a party (preferably a rave since I've never been to one). Unfortunately, I'll be on my own, and despite being 32, I have no experience in finding such places. Could you recommend any venues or websites where I can find various events? I will stay there since 31st till 3rd of October. Thank you!

Hello all!

I'm (M30) going to be in the UK for a few weeks for work, basically the Cotswalds (Gloucester, Chelt) and London for a few days. I love buying souvenirs but I love getting quality things while I'm in countries. So, when I was the Netherlands, I got some good quality clogs, a nice cheese slicer thing that is common there, and some a nice Dutch-made rain-jacket.

So, no slight at all on magnets and keyrings, I will be buying that kind of stuff anyway, but what are some really good, solid UK items I can bring home? Think English-made shoes, or some kind of typical UK decoration, English-made clothes, or some kind of tea that is hard to get elsewhere.

Consumables aren't as much what I'm looking for, but if you have any ideas, happy to hear those too!

From Australia if that changes things!

Hello there guv'nors! Or something like that :)

A few weeks ago, I asked the beer community on Reddit about (dark) British beers that are on the sweet side. I wanted to crosspost this on your subreddit today, but apparently that's not allowed. So I guess I'll have to make a completely new post.

So, I'm a Belgian visiting London soon, and I'm looking for some beer recommendations. This isn't my first visit to London, but it will be the first visit since my "discovery" that I like the sweeter brown ales. Those include Rochefort 10, Gouden Carolus Imperial Dark, Chimay Bleu, Gulden Draak Classic, Sint-Bernardus Abt 12 and my absolute favourite : Kasteel Donker.

I've been doing some research online, and it has lead me to things like milk stout, oatmeal stout, tropical stout and honey beer. I have to admit that I've ignored stout beers due to disliking Guinness. But that's obviously that's an Irish stout, and now I'm reading that British stouts are a lot sweeter.

I'm interested to read your recommendations! Thanks in advance. Cheerio!

Hi everyone, was wondering if you could help. I'm looking for pubs (preferable of the classic, old man pub variety) that still have dartboards. They're becoming a bit of an endangered species.

Some favourites include The Old China Hand in Clerkenwell, and a bunch of pubs near my home town in zone 5 (feels like the further you move in, the less chance you have of spotting one).

Anyway, does anyone have any favourites?

self explanatory i guess, came across a post that said stella is basically for wifebeaters (curious to know why)- which got me wondering what are the stereotypes for popular beer brands in the UK?

Does "give us a kiss" mean "give me a kiss" or, by you kissing me, are you giving both of us that kiss?

Is the singular "us" a real thing, or do I just not get it?

Not talking about traditional or native music, but about a music genre that has a lot of presence and resonance in the cultural zeitgeist of the country for one reason or another.

In Spain it's reggaeton due to latin american influence

In France it's rap due to black people from french colonies, principally Algeria.

In Germany and nordic countries it's metal and pop.

In Italy it's techno/eurobeat.

What about England? I can't think of it.

I was just chatting with my family about our fave snack from seaside as my parents had not long since come back from a lil holiday at Skegness and of course they brought some souvenirs.

They got me some red sugar dummies as they are my fave, my dad got himself a lil jar of aniseed humbug and my mum got herself a lil box of clotted cream fudge. They mentioned how hard it was getting to get my sugar dummies (specifically in red coz I don't think the rainbow ones taste same) and what else I'd like as a secondary option for future reference.

I'm not the biggest fan of rock but I have seen the new flavours like sour and chocolate, even alcoholic ones so I might even try something like that.

I just want some opinions on what you guys like, can be anything wether that be sweet or savoury as long as it's something from British seaside that you tend to bring home or just enjoy while you're there. Things I can try until I find a new fave, can even be specific flavours of rock.

Hello I am trying to buy a toy for my nephew from the US

What are some reputable toy stores that have online sites in England?

Not sure where else to ask this question so any help is appreciated. TIA!!

It's very confusing.

I was watching Taskmaster UK and there was discussion of drawing something an inch wide.

Then in another episode there was discussion of putting something through a gap which was 20 cm wide.

Do you guys use both socially ? I understand it would be more definite in business and science, but how about during conversation?

there are many people that call them scones but i realize a cob is a dinner roll...

Im a brit, I dont understand the meaning of "equivalent to 3 alevels" or the like, especially for apprenticeships, like if I got 3 Cs thats a HUGE difference to 3 A*s, can someone explain? Peferrably someone who has done an apprenticeship or anything like that, thanks

Hello all! I am an American living in Germany. I've recently received a minor injury and have got some time off work for it, and have been debating visiting a friend of mine in southern Britain. I have both a car and motorcycle but with the weather cooling off so much I'd really prefer the motorcycle.

Driving/riding on the left is no issue for me as I worked in Australia for a short time, but I am curious about the bike laws and how strict they are in the UK? Is it even worth it to bike there? Is it a pain to take a bike on the Calais or Amsterdam ferries? Are foreign bikes scrutinized more heavily(German plates, obviously)?

Furthermore, if anyone can give me some recommendations of things to see around the Hastings/Eastbourne areas, that would be awesome!

(Yank jokes are welcome too)

Getting some black pudding because blood sausage seems kinda appropriate for Halloween/Fall. What's the best way to prepare it? I think it's off served with a full English on fried slices, but are there any other methods y'all enjoy?

A colleague at work used to keep a book on me to note my behaviour during a full moon. He believed that I acted oddly during that period whereas I contend that I acted like that all the time. Could you feel the effects of a full moon on yourself?

I just came back from London, and the vending machine I used gave me some old coins. They aren't even that old, from the 90s, and I tried to use them at the Café Nero in the Heathrow airport, and they got denied. Now I have like £5 in old coins, and I have no idea what to use them for. What should I do with my old coins?

I just moved to the UK. I am in Western Wales not near an Asian supermarket and the selection at my local shop doesn't have a good selection. I am in need of dry goods, seasonings, etc. Are there online shops that will deliver?

I checked Reddit, but a lot of posts were outdated or deleted.
Thanks.

Recently there has been lots of news on immigrants, international students and such. While many are respectful and understanding to the British culture, some are clueless.

Therefore, what should one do to assimilate into the culture and not standout as annoying or be on the recieving end of a tut?

The are terms in Sussex and Devon meaning a footpath. How far did these terms spread?

Hello. My friend is moving to the UK and I thought of sending her a 'send a friend' (basically a teddy with a bundle of sweets) but unfortunately they do not ship to the UK anymore due to brexit. I was wondering if there was maybe a similar type of service that might be UK-based (it would help me save money instead of shipping my own box from Canada).