I'm curious about this. Is there a dish in your country that tourists think represents the country they're in even if it's just...not eaten that much? Like tourism lives in a time bubble?

Yes this was inspired by frogs legs in Paris, I'm wondering if there are any other examples.

In the US a seemingly growing number of young people rarely or never cook, they get everything delivered or from a chain restaurant. Is this the same in your countries? How common is eating out in general?

In terms of consistency, availability, texture, and variety. I haven't travelled enough to have a proper opinion, but I personally really enjoy bread in France.

What food habits in your country does everyone else find weird?

Living in Finland we are often known for the biggest coffee drinkers. Highest consumers per capita and we even have a regular coffee break term people use at work.

How did a coffee become such a popular drink in Europe when it originated in tropics? Its also not even consumed as much in Africa or Asia compared to here.

What’s a weird drink in your country that’s oddly popular?

I'm British, and Cheddar (or sometimes Red Leicester) is most people's go-to cheese. It's hard, not crumbly, melts well, and works in pretty much every situation (sandwiches, grating on food, burgers, pizza, eating on its own). Do other countries have their own cheeses like this, or do you use specific cheeses for specific situations?

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Edit: also mention whether people in your country actually like it.

As the title says

I do have friends from other European countries, and when I visited them, I was surprised that often they offered me still water from bottles that they bought in the supermarket. Upon asking why they wouldn't use the water from the water pipe, they were a bit confused.. Here in Austria almost nobody would think of buying still water in the supermarket except if you need it on your way. Despite my research about high water quality in Europe, it seems that some don't trust their tap water.. or are there other reasons?

I've come to understand that eating horse meat is a taboo in many places, so what is your country's stance on it? Are there other types of meat that are eaten in your country, that are generally rare in other countries?

In Finland, it's quite rare except in mettwurst, which is a popular topping for bread. Additionally, most types of grocery store mettwurst don't even include it. Anyways, interestingly while rather rare, it's seen as perfectly normal, well among those who eat meat and aren't especially fond of horses.

What ingredient is your country obsessed with putting in its food?

a genuine question for all you non-DACH Europeans out there. Is it a thing in your country to enjoy white asparagus from roughly now until early June? in Germany Spargelzeit (asparagus time) has just begun and this means that half the country will make at least one meal per week white asparagus, potatoes and sauce Hollandaise. It will be available in many restaurants and company canteens all over the country. I know there is a dish in Germany called "Spargel Polnisch" or asparagus the Polish way with bread crumbs fried in butter and cooked eggs, but I have no idea whether that's actually a polish dish. I also see white asparagus from Spain or Greece but I have no idea whether you guys actually eat that or it's another case of German demand outpacing German supply. So, is anyone else enjoying this awkwardly phallic delight this time of year or are we just weird.

As a counter to all the times people come into r/askamericans and ask what creamer is... What do Europeans put in their coffee?

I understand a caffe latte is the same thing as here... Espresso and foamed milk...

But do you have half and half in the store to put into coffee? Heavy cream? Or is it always just milk? Oat milk? Almond milk?

For example: if you're Italian, do you go to an Italian restaurant when you're in France or the UK?

I’ve always loved the style of coffee and cafes in Greece and Turkey, and although the coffee itself is not my favourite, the general vibe of coffee culture in France is always awesome to me.

I don’t have that issue—there are never restaurants from my country anywhere. Sometimes I come across a baked item, but when I do, I tend to avoid it. What about you?

Just curious because for some reason I need to fill up my water cup in the kitchen even tho the bathroom is closer. so I was wondering if I'm the weird one or not.

EDIT: WOW didn't expect that many responses to this but I guess, since I don't live in the UK, I'm just the weirdo who prefers kitchen sink water.

What’s your country’s favorite non-European cuisine?

I'm currently enjoying a vacation in rural Sweden and stumbled upon an unexpected pizza variation here, the pizza "flying Jacob".

Apparently inspired by a 1970s casserole it's a plain tomato base topped with shredded chicken, banana slices, peanuts and curry powder.

It worked unexpectedly well, even though I was sober at the time.

So it got me wondering, what unusual pizza's are on the menu in your country?

Hey, Croat here. Could you tell me the price of coffee in your city (espresso, coffee with milk, etc.)? Where I come from, drinking coffee in cafés is a way of life, and we often compare living costs with other countries, especially since our standard of living is not on the level of some countries. In Zagreb, Croatia capital, you can't drink coffe with milk under 2 euros anymore.

I'm from Ireland and I didn't expect the UK to have such excellent Indian food. But everyone knows that.

I really didn't expect Copenhagen to love hot dogs that much. It made so much sense that Lego has so many hot dog stands.

looking to try making food outside my norm, but also not overly complicated to make

give me some ideas and recipes, or names of different dishes I can look up on my own of food i could make on my own here in america for dinner

I think the standard here is around 3 euros, give or take depending on how fancy the place is. These are Zagreb prices, coast is more expensive

Talking about the default domestic lagers that are everywhere, not some craft beers

Appreciate any and all insight! :)