An American tourist recently traveled to Cheddar, England—the birthplace of cheddar cheese—to experience the iconic cheese firsthand. The moment was captured and shared on TikTok by popular content creator Kalani (@Kalanighosthunter), who has amassed over three million followers through his food and travel taste-test videos.
In the video, Kalani introduces his American friend, Chris Baird, to the UK and prepares him for his first encounter with authentic English cheddar at Cafe Gorge, one of Kalani’s favorite local spots. They order the Cafe Gorge Club sandwich, accompanied by a glass of Scrumpy cider.
Chris admits he did not realize cheddar originated in England, as he had always assumed it was an American cheese. Kalani confirms the cheese’s English roots, explaining the significance of trying it in its hometown.
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Before digging into their sandwiches, they sample a piece of raw cheddar cheese. Chris praises its perfect sharpness, saltiness, and creamy texture, summarizing the flavor in three simple words: “It’s so smooth.” Kalani assures him this experience will change how he views cheddar forever, contrasting it with the mass-produced versions found back home.
Impressed by the quality, Chris even jokes about moving to the UK to enjoy cheese like this regularly. The pair then enjoy their sandwiches, with Chris likening the flavors to a Reuben sandwich and calling it “incredible.” Both agree the cheese on the sandwich is unparalleled.
Later, Chris expresses his gratitude to the cafe staff, declaring the cheddar the best cheese he has ever tasted and joking about wanting to take a backpack full home. This authentic culinary experience in Cheddar, England, clearly left a lasting impression on the American visitor.