An American in London sparked controversy by giving his brutally honest verdict on British food – as he argued there’s a simple ingredient missing from many dishes
When an American was asked what he thought about British food, he certainly did not mince his words.
The tourist was visiting London when he was approached by a TikToker called K Jordy. The social media star, who refers to himself as a “mere Yank living in London”, often goes viral for his lighthearted street interviews – and his latest clip was no exception.
In the video, he asks a passer-by: “My fellow American – food wise, how are you liking the food bro? I’ve heard mixed reviews about food here in London.”
The stranger didn’t hesitate when it came to airing his opinion. He replied: “Yeah English food is not good. There’s just not enough salt.”
To highlight his point, he shared a restaurant experience he had in the capital. He added: “I went to one of the best steak restaurants – Michelin star rated – it tasted like NOTHING.”
K Jordy was shocked by this revelation, replying: “No way bro, what?!” He then asked the chap: “What would you add to the food in the UK to make it better?”
The American had one piece of simple advice, responding with the word: “Salt.” And K Jordy agreed, adding: “Guys. That’s all you need, it’s nothing crazy. Some salt, some pepper and call it a day.”
The TikTok video has proven to be pretty controversial – garnering more than 192,000 views and hundreds of comments in recent days.
Some agreed with the Americans, with one noting: “They need to add herbs and spices… AKA flavour lol.”
Another said: “RIGHT – I’m British and I’m always adding salt, there’s never enough.” And a third added: “100000% Add some salt!”
Others were less than impressed with the clip though – saying one experience shouldn’t tarnish the whole of the UK’s food scene. One replied: “Ahh yes a few meals in London and he judges the whole of England as having bad food.”
And another sarcastically asked: “Why do we have the most decorated chefs in the world. I guess they can’t season their food either?”
Meanwhile, others argued the American could have added extra seasoning to his dish if that’s what it was lacking.
One wrote: “You do realise you can add your own.” And a second agreed: “The salt and pepper is right there on the table chief.”
Others fired shots at American food, saying it’s far too salty for the British palate. A TikTok user asked: “Is that why the food is the US is so salty? It’s like you are eating seawater.”
Another admitted: “I found American food way too salty! They over use it which is probably why when the correct amount is used they can’t taste it! Not everything needs salt. We definitely season food over here.”
And a third laughed: “Americans giving opinions on food. That’s funny.”
