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An old colleague used to refer to it as Thursday Night Madness. No idea why but I love that it became a thing. British drinking culture plus mundane office jobs in big cities (although maybe changing now? Or more likely to go pub to get out of the house if WFH?) Used to love a Friday night sesh and then not being hungover on a Sunday which was risky for pre work depression.

Sprouted lentils by the cup full

It really depends. I left the UK as a Brit and have met loads of other Brits who haven't integrated or learned the language, won't hang out with locals and just stick to the British diet etc while living abroad. Usually though when I meet people from other countries they're already more in tune with the language and culture. Perhaps it's because they probably know 2 languages from an early age anyway (native + English) The rowdiness that we often hear about from English media usually boils down to our drinking culture and gets exacerbated around football events especially. Like the other commentor said, it depends a lot on the location, age and experience of the people as well.

These fuckers were infested in my cupboards once upon a time. Had to purge all open food

I don't live in the UK anymore but I am always in awe of the music scene in Bristol and wish I visited more. Spent a day working there once, on the hill overlooking the suspension bridge and it was well nice.

He is. But also frustratingly bland.

Body aches and getting up to pee so much due to mass hydration to help fight the cold

Asked my old man what he thought the odds of Spurs getting relegated might be. He replied "I wouldn't know. Betting is a mugs game" I'm 33..

I'd take him over Rosie Jones or Michael MacIntyre any day of the week.

Wym?

Feels like UK stand up comedy is in a pretty weak spot as our nations humour has been battered by over correcting for political correctness. However comedian Fin Taylor seems to be going against the current with that and he had a great bit during some [UK coverage of the NFL](https://youtu.be/3yb0ghSOHU8?is=7ye77c4lDSDcrlUi) His roasting podcast Fin vs The Internet is also amazing. For an old UK stand up bit I love the Kevin Bridges "Forty Quid" bit, plus the rest of his topical jokes about the working class.

They don't want to go too fast when they got their phone in their hand

Rich Dad Poor Dad

Can't stand the dialled down wet wipe humour of British culture and comedians now so I pivoted to USA comics and haven't looked back. Mark Normand, Ari Matti, Shane Gillis all great comics and funny as hell in most settings so there's plenty of content with them online.

Co-worker had a pot of coronation chicken, everyday for 3 years.

"Wich" cookie sandwich ice cream was peak holiday only food for us on our travels

I used to have this idea of an app which was like Google maps but localised for inside a supermarket to show you exactly where a particular item is Maybe it already exists idk?

Get in the car, buy a pack of Marlboro gold and a bottle or two of lager. Park out in front of the sea and reel off a few tabs

Seems to be a more common feeling among many people since COVID I think. I'm 32 and similar. It's quite a blissful feeling to be so comfortable in your house (especially if you rent and don't own) I spend my disposable income on PC upgrades and tech, things that I'm interested in and that I spend a lot of time on/around. It's awesome!

I always said once you're sleeping through the night all your other grievances, stresses and issues surrounding navigating raising a child become so much easier. The sleep situation is a real killer especially if you're both in the trenches. There's a lot to be said for having clear and structured duties for each parent so that at least one of you is sleeping well during the night who can then tackle more in the day, or having family/community help. It's very popular these days for a big push to absolute equality in responsibilities raising the child but there's a lot to be said for the Old school system but with new generation mindset /approach (dad more involved but still mum handling the care for the majority) . For the sake of "fairness" I guarantee 9/10 times it's not worth the pressure it puts on both parents.

A smart purchase will always be one step looking ahead, in my opinion. If I was on 1080p monitor currently for example, I'd be shopping for a 4k monitor and not a 1440p. Otherwise you'll find yourself in a cycle / loop . Better to save and spend a bit extra as soon as you can justify it to get a 4k monitor with a decent refresh rate.

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Ah interesting! Battered cod is the only seafood I can stomach so I've no idea about other fish dishes - but I'd recommend giving it another try with fresh lemon drizzled!

Why does the lemon wedge set off alarm bells? I've not lived in the UK for quite a few years now but I always get a lemon wedge with fish and chips and I think it's an amazing addition!

Yikes you absolute misery Glasto is UK heritage and clearly plays a huge part in music, arts and culture Imagine being an Italian and rebuking the idea of why people would visit the Colluseum

Gas BBQ

100%, I grew up in Hull and moved as soon as I was 18 I loved living in Sheffield but this was 10 years ago, and Manchester (south Manchester) was awesome too

Walking isn't really going to do that much for either of your targets, you need to be raising your heart rate so try and combine it with a short jog. Couch to 5k is a good resource to help with this

The Enemy

Tempered glass can - mine randomly shattered one day after a few years of owning the case lol

You say footballers but all sports people do it, it's a somewhat necessary part of intense exercise. I understand it's not pleasant to witness (like blowing a snotty nose or coughing up lung butter) but it serves a purpose and is intentional. Spitting for no reason while roaming the street though, can get in the bin!