Everybody knows the English Food Stigma but it always makes me wonder how many have actually eaten a variety of English food (no not take aways or branded food chains). I like to consider myself having experienced other countries food as well as food from around England. Let me quickly list my own experience in foreign food...
When I was 7 I visited America. I tried various foods such as pizza, burgers, hot dogs, ice cream, steaks, etc. I had little to complain about, however I do remember finding the portions too much and wasn't keen on the pizza and fries. The service wasn't great either...
When I was 18 I visited Germany. Again I tried various food and my god, schnitzel and noodles is heaven! So much so I had seconds for dessert. The meat was gorgeous. My only complaint, the dry hard bread. The service was excellent.
When I was 20 I went to France. Tried various food but as we were by the coast most was seafod. Food out was ok but nothing special and seafood filled crepes can go to hell lol However I loved eating baguettes, soo delicious. Mmm! Unfortunately service was terrible, they seeming treated us differently for being English even when we ordered in French.
When I was 21 I visited Spain. I will keep it brief, I didn't enjoy Spain. I struggled with the food
When I was 24 I visited Portugal: Tried various food but can't say anything wowed me. It was bad just not very memorable.
That said the best food I had was in Scotland
Not to keen on Southern English food though