A recent visit to London took an unexpected turn for Allison Kuch, an American woman from Orange County, California.
The 29-year-old made waves on social media after opting to eat her fish and chips with her hands, a choice that left many Brits aghast.
First Taste of British Cuisine
Excited to experience the iconic British dish for the first time, Allison shared her culinary adventure with her TikTok followers.
She was particularly drawn to the Mayfair Chippy after spotting it on Instagram.
“As in like fish and chippys,” she clarified while showcasing the restaurant to her audience.
This was a big deal for her, as she had only tasted fish and chips from McDonald’s before.
Enthusiastic Response
After sampling her meal, Allison was thrilled, declaring it the “best fish” she had ever eaten.
She proudly dangled the fish fillet in front of the camera, exclaiming, “Look at this fish and chips! Are we joking? I flew all the way over here for this. This is officially the best fish I have ever had.”
Her enthusiastic praise, however, was overshadowed by her unconventional method of eating.
Shocked Reactions from Brits
Allison’s choice to eat the fish fillet like a gigantic chicken nugget was met with horror by her British followers.
Many took to social media to express their disbelief, questioning how she could forgo a knife and fork.
Comments included, “Americans on TikTok loooove to eat fish and chips with their hands??? Why? You’re in Mayfair? Did nobody give you a dirty look??”
Others noted, “The knife and fork sat on the table,” and “I’m dying at you picking it up with your fingers.”
Support for Allison’s Choice
Despite the backlash, some defended Allison’s decision to eat the meal however she wanted.
Supporters chimed in with remarks like, “Are you… not supposed to?” and “Obviously you eat fish and chips with your hands.”
They pointed out that it’s often considered finger food and criticized the backlash as overblown.
A New Culinary Experience
As she journeyed to the eatery, Allison expressed her cravings for fish and chips, despite having never tried them before.
After picking up the chips with her fingers, she did the same with the fish, dipping it into tartar sauce and squeezing lemon on top.
She even ventured to try Shepherd’s Pie for the first time, opting for a fork this time around, but her enthusiasm waned as she described it as simply tasting like “loaded mashed potatoes.”
What’s Next for Allison?
With her adventurous spirit and willingness to try new things, it’s clear that Allison’s trip to the UK has been a memorable one, even if it has left some cultural norms in question.
Fans of her journey are left wondering what culinary escapades she will embark on next!
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