McDonalds, Mayonnaise, and Grilled Meat

“Ich liebe alles Essen” has become the phrase that leaves my mouth most often, and I definitely keep true to my word. Each day, I successful eat quite a bit more than the average German. I eat, and eat, and eat, and discover new food, and eat some more. Although I hope it hasn’t taken a toll on my physique, food will forever be my favorite part of any culture, Germany’s being no exception. Their meats, cheeses, and salty/vinegary dishes are of high almost all of the time, and their bread is different, but still good. I will never be unhappy with the food here, but yesterday I got a little taste of America that was very satisfying after almost four weeks away. After the concert, my friends and I went to McDonalds, where I ate a couple good-old, American-tasting, fast-food cheeseburgers. Upon coming home there was both mayo and grilled meat (which really tastes like home home) available, and my stomach was very pleased. I don’t necessarily miss it, but it’s good to be reminded of home once in a while, especially if those reminders involve food.