The land of the free, the home of the brave and probably the most famous country on the planet. Here are our 50 favorite US things (basically, one for each star of the US flag):
1. The Superbowl
The final match of the American football championship is more than just a sporting event. In fact, when it’s time for intermission, it turns into one of the most viewed and biggest concerts in the world, with performers such as Beyoncè, Prince, Madonna, Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake and Lady Gaga.
2. The flag
Nobody loves their country like Americans – and nobody proves it as much as they do. You will see Stars and Stripes everywhere: on the gardens of the houses, on the stickers stuck on the cars, on the hats, on the cupcakes and yes, even on the moon. Fun fact: five of the six flags on the moon are still there, even if they have now lost their characteristic color .
3. AOC & RBG
Two female models belonging to two completely different generations. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (also known as AOC) is a new lawmaker from New York who is rocking the waters (and earning several headlines in national newspapers) in Washington, while Ruth Bader Ginsburg (known to most as RBG) is a veteran Supreme Court judge and an icon of the feminist movement.
4. The churros
OK, OK, they’re not really an American invention, but they’re a staple on every dessert menu across the United States. And we really want to thank everyone who invented or made these fried pasta sticks famous, lightly soaked (ok, completely dipped) in sugar and / or cinnamon and chocolate sauce. THANK YOU VERY MUCH
5. The natural parks
This country is so large that even if you have to travel long distances, you can find any landscape on earth: from the world-famous Grand Canyon, to the snow-capped mountains of the Rockies, to even the thousands of kilometers of coastal beaches. These natural wonders are enclosed in 58 national parks, designed specifically to ensure that they remain pure and intact for future generations.
6. Starbucks
Where would we be without Starbucks? The first store opened its doors to the public in Seattle in 1971 and has been a favorite coffee shop around the world ever since. Starbucks has even invented its own language to define the different cup sizes, which of course we all know very well!
7. Broadway
New York’s iconic street full of theaters is still one of the best places in the world to enjoy a fantastic show.
8. Hollywood, Los Angeles
The entire film industry has Hollywood to thank for developing the talent, technology and special effects that have made the industry as successful as we know it today. Go to Hollywood to indulge in some healthy star-spotting, go shopping, or drink green juice like a true American star.
9. Cultural diversity
Americans celebrate diversity because it is included in their DNA: many Americans have origins that go back to Europe, Africa, Latin America or Asia, and many of them recognize that today they would not be the nation we all know without this heritage.
10. The exaggerated size
Whether it’s huge portions of soda or endless sandwiches, there is nothing ‘too big’ about the American food industry. And this is really great if you are very, very hungry.
11. Sports
From the National Football League (NFL) to Major League Baseball (MLB), and from the National Basketball Association (NBA) to the National Hockey League (NHL), the United States is the home of professional sports and there is nothing Americans they love more than cheering their favorite teams.
12. The coastal
We can’t stop admiring them. You can give your tan a final touch before an exclusive party in Miami Beach, watch whales pass by on the California coast, sample fresh lobster sandwiches overlooking the ocean in Maine and try surfing in Hawaii – no question: in america there are some of the most beautiful coastlines in the world.
13. Festivals
From the whimsical creativity of Burning Man in the Nevada desert to the Louisiana Jazz Fest to the sunny stages of Coachella, festivals in the United States are for everyone.
14. American TV
Saturday Night Live, Grey’s Anatomy, The Simpsons, The Bachelor, Stranger Things, Orange is the New Black, Homeland, Breaking Bad, Parks & Recreation, FRIENDS … no matter what your tastes in television are probably on your list of the recently seen TV series, there is certainly an American one.
15. The friendliness of the people
It doesn’t matter if you are in line at the supermarket, if you are rushing to take the subway before the doors close, or if you are biting into your breakfast pancakes in the diner just around the corner, there is a 130% chance that someone next to you is ready to have a friendly conversation.
16. The opportunities
Whether you are looking for an internship, job, or college to study at, opportunities for a sparkling career and a good education certainly abound in the United States.
17. The history of the m u American physics …
Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Nat King Cole, Michael Jackson, Louis Armstrong, Chuck Berry, Marvin Gaye, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday – American musicians helped create and shape music for the rest of the world.
18.… and its present
Some of these singers are definitely on your Spotify playlists of the moment: Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Kanye West, Eminem, Madonna, Nick Jonas (and his brothers), John Legend, Kurt Cobain, Adam Levine, John Mayer, Pharrell Williams… and many, many, many others.
19. Disney
From huge theme parks in Florida to countless iconic films that defined our childhood, Disney has brought happiness to adults and children since its first film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, released in 1937.
20. NASA
Space is cool! Having the chance to see a rocket launch is even cooler. And to be able to explore the interior of the NASA launch complex in Florida where astronauts practice and the best astrophysicists in the world carry out their space explorations, is SO cool.
21. The Bagels
The attraction Americans feel towards this circular carbohydrate has led to the creation of the best sandwiches and desserts on the planet. You can eat a toasted raisin and cinnamon bagel for breakfast, a salmon and cheese bagel for lunch, and finish off with a rainbow bagel worthy of the best Instagram feeds.
22. Winter sports
America is home to some of the best ski resorts in the world, including famous spots like Aspen, Breckenridge, Squaw Valley, Jackson Hole, Alta-Snowbird, Stevens Pass, Stowe, and many more. With so many places to choose from, even the most passionate won’t be able to try them all!
23. Silicon Valley
In the southern part of San Francisco is one of the largest and best hubs in the world for technology and innovation. Home to Facebook, Apple, Google, Tesla and Visa, this business hub is THE place to be for all those business minded minds looking to collaborate and create.
24. Peanut butter
Try a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup if you want to try a chocolatey peanut butter dessert, or indulge in a healthier alternative – the Famoso PBJ, a peanut butter and jam sandwich.
25. The Great Lakes
As beautiful as they are large, these five interconnected lakes on the border between the United States and Canada form the largest pool of waters and provide endless opportunities for boating, swimming, kayaking, or trying your luck with a little. fishing.
26. The ranch sauce
An all-American invention and probably the tastiest salad dressing there is. It is so popular in the United States that you will find tons of flavors of this flavor in supermarkets, including – and you never would have gotten there – a ranch-flavored soda.
27. The dialects regional
Americans boast of the vast breadth of regional dialects, from the drawl of states like Mississippi and Louisiana, to the nasal pronuncial of Texas and the cheerful, carefree accent and famous slang of California.
28. Meghan Markle
America’s gift to the UK and arguably one of the best things that could ever happen to the British Royal Family since the birth of William’s three children.
29. Costco
A member’s only paradise where you can buy anything in bulk. A godsend for American families and for people who are not satisfied with a single jar of ranch sauce and can only survive if they buy a dozen (we’re talking about 12 cans).
30. Everything is pumpkin flavored
Understand that fall is coming when pumpkin spice lattes (PSLs) start filling your Instagram feed. Thanks also to Starbucks for making this flavor so famous around the world.
31. Carving of pumpkins
But what problem do Americans have with pumpkins? In addition to being delicious in cakes and drinks, this vegetable (well, technically it is fruit) is beautifully carved in the shape of a jack o’lantern with a candle inside during Halloween.
32. Beyonce & Jay-Z
This super couple dominates everything from R&B to hip hope, fashion to art and even civil rights. If the United States had a king and a queen, the two of them would probably fill the role.
33. Reality TV
From shows like American Idol and The Voice, The Bachelor and Keeping Up with the Kardashians, America has shown us merciless, funny and over the top reality TV over the years. Thanks?!
34. Thanksgiving
Is Christmas too far away? Luckily it’s Thanksgiving just a month earlier! Thanksgiving is an opportunity to spend time with your loved ones without the pressure of having to give gifts to anyone. It’s also a great opportunity to indulge yourself in turkey, pumpkin pie, and cranberry sauce until you drop.
35. Black Friday shoppin g
The day after the Thanksgiving is the biggest shopping day of the year, with huge discounts and offers, both online and offline. Although online shopping has cleared the limit on Friday, it is still the day par excellence when Americans buy until they burst.
36. BBQ
Although the concept of the grill has Caribbean origins, there is nothing more American than a garden grill with burgers, frozen drinks and a few friends to share the day with.
37. Target
Another millennial shopping institution. It is Pinterest-friendly, well cared for in every detail and full of any gadget possible and imaginable.
38. Nature
Farms, mountain ranges, hills, plains, deserts, lakes and rivers – the United States has it all. You can spend a lifetime exploring the natural wonders the United States has to offer, and still only get to see a small amount of them.
39. Road trips
Is there anything more American than setting off with your friends and exploring back roads in a second-hand convertible with the wind in your hair?
40. The 4th of July and the fireworks
Remember the barbecue we talked about earlier? Enjoy one during the 4th of July celebrations, decorate everything in red, white and blue and set off some fireworks to top it all off.
41. The Smithsonian Museums
The largest museum in the world, the largest educational and cultural complex, made up of 19 museums and a zoo. It is a milestone in Washington DC , and a precious gift for all of humanity.
42. Can i get anywhere in the car
Americans love their cars – they even invented a way to do anything without getting out of it. You can get married at a drive-through in Vegas, buy as many donuts as you want at Dunkin ‘Donuts, and even shop for groceries, all while sitting comfortably in your car.
43. Michelle Obama
Move Barack. The former first lady is far more popular than her husband today, and she is as charming as she is identifiable.
44. “Chic ken and Waffles” at Amy Ruth’s in Harlem, NYC
Go to Amy Ruth’s for a delicious traditional dish: ‘Chicken and Waffles’. (Didn’t you know you can eat chicken with a waffle? Well now you know!)
45. The American high school
Cheerleaders, football teams, glee clubs and proms – the American high school experience is unique and is the best expression of America’s commitment to the community and working together to achieve a common result.
46. The universities of the Ivy League
Harvard usually tops the world rankings of the best universities in the world – and for good reason. It is notoriously difficult to get into this university which offers not only a fantastic education but also a lot of prestidium. Don’t you think Harvard is for you? Prestigious universities are certainly not lacking in the United States: Princeton, Stanford, Yale, MIT and Columbia – here’s how you can get admitted to one of them.
47. Stand-up comedy
It is a form of live comedy show invented in the United States and perfected by famous comedians such as Eddie Murphy, Jerry Seinfeld, Dave Chappelle, Sarah Silverman, Chris Rock and Amy Schumer. It has become an essential element of Netflix programming in the form of Netflix Specials, and has also launched the careers of actor-turned-comedian Zach Galifianakis, Robin Williams and Jim Carrey, among others.
48. Tex-Mex cuisine
We have the Mexican Americans of Texas to thank for turning their traditional dishes into some of the best dishes in the world. Nachos, burritos and fajitas – this is Tex-Mex, and it’s really delicious.
49. Air conditioning
Okay, you probably have this ace too at home, or in your office or in the shops around you, but in the US air conditioning is a fact. Houses, cars, offices, shops, airports, it doesn’t matter; if it’s hot outside, Americans will make sure it’s cool and pleasant inside.
50. The delivery of food
Drive-throughs can be comfortable, but a rider crossing town with your pizza in the trunk takes comfort to the next level. Chinese, Mexican, pizza, hambuerg or sushi – there is no type of food that cannot be delivered directly to your door in the United States.
