Category Archives: “American”
“American”: Seats and Sofas
I have passed this sign—one of the most curious examples of “American” I have seen—on the train so many times and wanted a photo of it. This week: success (despite the blizzard-like effect). For past “American”isms, read here. Also, please appreciate … Continue reading
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“American”: Popcorn
Spotted at the set-up for lichtjesavond: No, it’s not poetic popcorn. “Verse” means “fresh.”
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What do you mean, it’s not Memorial Day here?
Sure it is! Look, they’re all ready to barbecue at grocery store C1000. These single-serving ice creams are looking suspiciously like patriotic Dixie Cups to me. Delaware gets a shout-out from a clothing store nearby…. And we top it all … Continue reading
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“American”/Copy Editor Two-for-One!
I love the Asian grocery shops here. They truly are your best bet for stumble-upon items that you haven’t seen anywhere else: Arm & Hammer Baking Soda. Crisco. Soy beans in the shells. And… Courtesy of a big Asian market … Continue reading
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“American”: Ginger Ale
I love ginger ale, especially when I’m traveling and the stomach can feel a bit wobbly. But is it American? Wikipedia says yes (but also, confusingly, no—note discrepancy between body text and sidebar). About.com credits both the Irish and the … Continue reading
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We(amsterdam)
After six months of living in the Netherlands, we finally made it to Amsterdam on Saturday. For our first excursion we chose the Van Gogh Museum and some general wandering. The Van Gogh Museum was very see-able. They have a … Continue reading
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“American”: Tropical Flair
Sometimes I am surprised to learn what must be fashionable somewhere in my home country. For example, good old tropical cookies. And for second example, from a Dutch pancake house in den Haag (pancakes being a big deal here)… The … Continue reading
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“American”: Fashion, Hot Dogs… Tuna?
It’s time for another round of “American”isms. A nice patriotic drumroll for two examples from the world of fashion: America Today is a European clothing chain that kind of reminds me of American Eagle: flannel PJ pants, t-shirts with pretend … Continue reading
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“American”
Here in the Netherlands I occasionally see the word “American” applied to something, usually a food or product. Sometimes it’s accurate; sometimes it’s bewildering; other times it’s just funny. I’ve finally started documenting these instances for the edification of us … Continue reading
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