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This UK Christmas treat would make an American cry (me included)

uk christmas pudding

Thoughts from Alanna… There’s one Christmas dish here in the UK that I’ll never understand… the beloved Christmas pudding. I

December 26, 2023
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Making Britain’s CRAZIEST Christmas Cocktails

Making Britain’s CRAZIEST Christmas Cocktails

Thoughts from Alanna… As an immigrant in the UK, I LOVE trying British stuff – so why not make some

December 12, 2023
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Is Christmas better in Canada or the UK?

Is Christmas better in Canada or the UK?

Thoughts from Alanna… Merry Christmas! It’s early, I know! As a Canadian who’s been celebrating Christmas in the UK for

December 12, 2023
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Are British Stereotypes True?

are british stereotypes true

Thoughts from Alanna… Let’s talk all things British stereotypes! As a Canadian living in the UK for the last 8

November 28, 2023
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British things that just make sense (except not really)

british things that just make sense

Thoughts from Alanna… British things that just make sense… to British people only lol As a Canadian living in the

November 16, 2023
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6 Iconic British Foods That Have Surprisingly Long Histories

old british food

Classic British Foods: A History Lesson You Can Taste As a Canadian who has called England home for the past

November 7, 2023
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Is the UK actually good for foreigners?

Is the UK actually good for foreigners?

Thoughts from Alanna… Is the UK good for foreigners? Let’s find out. Big thank you to Babbel for sponsoring this

October 31, 2023
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Foreigner Reacts to Guy Fawkes Night

reacts to guy fawkes night

Thoughts from Alanna… What is Guy Fawkes Night and why do Brits set stuff on fire? Let’s find out! As

October 25, 2023
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Why Do Brits Drive on the Left (when the rest of the world doesn’t)

drive on the left

Thoughts from Alanna… Why do British people drive on the left when the rest of the world does the opposite?

October 17, 2023
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About Alanna

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Just a thirty-something Canadian trying out life in England