Surely that is why we go away , to get away from it all? but why do we (we dont lol) go to english pubs in Malaga and drink English beer and eat fish and chips and fry ups for breakfast.
Try a bit of bread with olive oil and real coffee wow what a way to start, why please help and tell lol xxx
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why when we go abroad do we want english grub?
wow someone who agreesexpected a slating, we were in Malaga last week, english family walk in and go e are mate two pints of lager, expecting them to understand english, they do of course, but would we understand there language, er no, we need to try harder an Hola or Gracius goes a long waY LOL
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Nope! Baffles me as well.............
I avoid "Traditional British" pubs abroad like the plague and you're right about the language thing.
A few phrases of the local language can make all the difference to how you are received, perceived and helped.
Making the effort is definately worth it but then thats true of life in general
I avoid "Traditional British" pubs abroad like the plague and you're right about the language thing.
A few phrases of the local language can make all the difference to how you are received, perceived and helped.
Making the effort is definately worth it but then thats true of life in general
Quote by the_Lairdthe other thing people dont realise is that most english bars are run by spaniards and they charge more because they think ignorant english pig go in land a bit try a little with the lingo and save a fortune, and make friends aS WELLs
Nope! Baffles me as well.............
I avoid "Traditional British" pubs abroad like the plague and you're right about the language thing.
A few phrases of the local language can make all the difference to how you are received, perceived and helped.
Making the effort is definately worth it but then thats true of life in general
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Surely that is why we go away , to get away from it all?
Yep! I agree - part of the fun of a holiday for me is to see how 'native' I can go! Forget all the english food, sports, TV, etc, etc and try to see what it'd be like to actually live in the place where you're taking a holiday. Some of the best holidays I've ever had have been where I've managed to go as native as possible!
Have to say,,,,, I avoid any where there is a british pub while over here. Especially anywhere thats has tourists looking for "home food".....that's what you have home for :P .
Come over, eat the food, see the sights, experience the way of life.........then go back and remember it fondly
no point in going back and saying, well that battered sausage wasn't as good as the one down the road at home!....
Now don't get me wrong, living abroad, I do really miss the luxuries of home, but that's where they are,,,,,back in the uk :P
So I'd just have to get my skates on and head back there to get the real thing :D
Come over, eat the food, see the sights, experience the way of life.........then go back and remember it fondly
no point in going back and saying, well that battered sausage wasn't as good as the one down the road at home!....
Now don't get me wrong, living abroad, I do really miss the luxuries of home, but that's where they are,,,,,back in the uk :P
So I'd just have to get my skates on and head back there to get the real thing :D
Sexlightened
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I think it's that little piece of home thing I think...I can personally vouch for a very good Irish pub in Phuket in Thailand, Thai food and a nice pint of the black liquid lifesaver, heaven
We went to a pub called The Green Man where we were in Phuket. That was quite nice. Personally I don't have any problem with James going to English pubs when in BKK but it's still a bit sad when he brings his own HP sauce down to restaurant for breakfast.
hmm ye i had the problem when i was in france with a bunch of friends , i wanted to try local chateaus and restaurants they seemed more interested in english beer and fast food 
Sex God
Having lived in "deep" Spain for some years I can understand holidaymakers not knowing any better and still wanting everything British but I always felt contemptuous of the British expats who made no effort to integrate into the Spanish way of life and used to hate visiting certain parts of the Costas where they all live in their enclaves. :huh:
I know there are exceptions and I am speaking in general.
Frankly they are missing out on a great deal, did they but know it, including (arguably) the best quality of life to be had in any country in Europe. :thumbup:
I have Spanish friends in many different parts of Spain from tiny villages in remote mountain areas to some of the large cities. Spanish people are the most hospitable and upfront people I have ever had the priviledge to know, but speaking the language does make the difference.
:)
Viva Espana. :bounce: :bounce: Le hecho de menos mucho!
ES (from my sick bed)
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I know there are exceptions and I am speaking in general.
Frankly they are missing out on a great deal, did they but know it, including (arguably) the best quality of life to be had in any country in Europe. :thumbup:
I have Spanish friends in many different parts of Spain from tiny villages in remote mountain areas to some of the large cities. Spanish people are the most hospitable and upfront people I have ever had the priviledge to know, but speaking the language does make the difference.
:) Viva Espana. :bounce: :bounce: Le hecho de menos mucho!
ES (from my sick bed)
:( Quote by EagerSlut
Having lived in "deep" Spain for some years I can understand holidaymakers not knowing any better and still wanting everything British but I always felt contemptuous of the British expats who made no effort to integrate into the Spanish way of life and used to hate visiting certain parts of the Costas where they all live in their enclaves. :huh:
I know there are exceptions and I am speaking in general.
Frankly they are missing out on a great deal, did they but know it, including (arguably) the best quality of life to be had in any country in Europe. :thumbup:
I have Spanish friends in many different parts of Spain from tiny villages in remote mountain areas to some of the large cities. Spanish people are the most hospitable and upfront people I have ever had the priviledge to know, but speaking the language does make the difference.
Viva Espana. :bounce: :bounce: Le hecho de menos mucho!
ES (from my sick bed)
Right, Tapas for Mr. ES, along with bird Flu vaccine :P
duly noted :P
Sex God
Mi casa es su casa.
I agree with Eager on this one. I have Spanish hertitage and it's a beautiful country with facsinating traditions and traditional food to die for. Mmmm I'm salivating at the thought!
I often think if you're going somewhere just for the weather then save yourself some money and go on the sunbed. :huh:
Gem. x
I agree with Eager on this one. I have Spanish hertitage and it's a beautiful country with facsinating traditions and traditional food to die for. Mmmm I'm salivating at the thought!
I often think if you're going somewhere just for the weather then save yourself some money and go on the sunbed. :huh:
Gem. x
Personally speaking I love trying local dishes when abroad but I did miss bacon when in France so I think there would be some things I would have to have if I was abroad long term.
I do tend to eat a lot of different food not just English dishes even when at home so its not a serious problem for me if there isn't any English food to be had when I am abroad.
DD
I do tend to eat a lot of different food not just English dishes even when at home so its not a serious problem for me if there isn't any English food to be had when I am abroad.
DD
Sex God
I missed bacon butties when I lived in Denmark cos even though as a country they produce tons of bacon... the stuff they sell over there is awful.
But I did learn how to cook a Danish christmas dinner and how to make traditional scandinavian meatballs !
Gem. x
But I did learn how to cook a Danish christmas dinner and how to make traditional scandinavian meatballs !
Gem. x
I went with a few guys from work on weekend in Barcelona. I would class myself as quite well travelled and I was shocked I had to order the food for them. Otherwise they we would end up in Burger King 
Isnt this the point of travel. Experiencing different foods & culture. I spent ages trying to educate them on wine etc but in the end they all just ordered big glasses of beer. I gave up in the end 
Isnt this the point of travel. Experiencing different foods & culture. I spent ages trying to educate them on wine etc but in the end they all just ordered big glasses of beer. I gave up in the end The only times I would eat English food while travelling, was if I just didn't have the time. If I was on a tour, and we only had an hour or so in a place, I might grab a quick McD, so I would still have time to get into that church or visit that gallery.
I think it's sad when people won't even try the local food. Some of the best food I've ever eaten was off a street cart in Thailand, or a piece of tortilla from a local tapas bar.
I think it's sad when people won't even try the local food. Some of the best food I've ever eaten was off a street cart in Thailand, or a piece of tortilla from a local tapas bar.
Quote by burnieaha but unbeknown to you lol you are being cultured, mcdonalds is american, there you go lol
The only times I would eat English food while travelling, was if I just didn't have the time. If I was on a tour, and we only had an hour or so in a place, I might grab a quick McD, so I would still have time to get into that church or visit that gallery.
I think it's sad when people won't even try the local food. Some of the best food I've ever eaten was off a street cart in Thailand, or a piece of tortilla from a local tapas bar.
