An American visitor experiences genuine cheddar cheese for the first time in its hometown of Cheddar, England, and declares it the best he has ever tasted.

Introduction to Cheddar’s Culinary Heritage

Content creator Kalani Ghost Hunter introduces his friend Chris, making his debut trip to the UK, to the village of Cheddar. The duo visits Cafe Gorge, known for its standout sandwiches, to sample real cheddar straight from its origin.

Kalani shares the excitement with his 3.3 million TikTok followers: “This is my American friend’s first time in the UK, and he’s about to have cheddar cheese in Cheddar, England.” The video garners 59,200 likes.

First Bites and Surprising Comparisons

Chris wonders if the cheese differs from the American version he knows. They order the Cafe Gorge Club sandwich and plain cheese portions. Kalani also picks a bottle of local Scrumpy cider, a traditional cheddar brew.

At 11 a.m., Chris takes his first sip of the cider and reacts positively: “That’s a really good cider, it’s an easy drink.” Learning the historical roots of cheddar, Chris es surprise: “I thought cheddar was American cheese.”

Kalani explains: “You’re going to find that we pretty much just took everything from everyone else.” Chris responds with playful disbelief.

The Sandwich Reveal

The club sandwich arrives, packed with the star ingredient. Chris takes his initial bite and nods in approval. He describes the cheese as “creamy, so smooth,” while Kalani notes its “perfect sharpness and saltiness.”

Chris admits: “I get it now. It’s all starting to make sense.” He adds: “Cheddar will never be the same again for you,” echoing Kalani’s sentiment. In a bold statement, Chris says: “I might even move here. I’m not lying.”

Rave Reviews and Viewer Reactions

Diving into the sandwich, both praise its perfection. Kalani exclaims: “Oh man, the cheddar is so good,” and “Incredible. Everything you want in a sandwich.” Chris agrees: “It just has everything in it.”

Speaking to Cafe Gorge staff, Chris concludes: “I ate a lot of cheese back home, but that was hands down the best cheese I ever had.”

Viewers celebrate the moment, with comments like: “Extra mature cheddar is the best cheese. No arguments.” Another notes how such experiences shift perceptions of British cuisine.