I grew up in the US, and my husband grew up in the UK. Here are 15 differences that surprise us most.

Business Insider | 18-09-2026 09:51pm |

An American woman who moved to Scotland in 2017 and married a British man has shared 15 cultural differences that surprised them. The couple has navigated differences in everyday habits, expectations, and worldviews, including varying definitions of common foods like pancakes. Other distinctions include unrefrigerated eggs in the UK, different coffee orders, and the absence of Halloween celebrations or bartender tipping in the UK. The account highlights how growing up in separate cultures shapes daily life.

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