Some simple habits can reveal how different our cultures really are. That’s what happened when American TikToker Amanda Rollins shared her surprise about a classic French sandwich. What she thought was unusual sparked a lively debate around the world.
Amanda, who now lives in Paris, posted a video calling it “weird” that French people butter their sandwiches. As she prepared a ham and cheese baguette, she explained that Americans often reach for mayo or mustard instead. To her, spreading cold butter felt strange and a little funny.
The turning point came when commenters pushed back. Many viewers were shocked she found the idea unusual at all. People from France, the U.K., and even Scandinavia said butter is the most basic sandwich spread they use every day.
Amanda encouraged her followers to try the simple ham, cheese, and butter combo, admitting it actually tastes delicious. She joked it wasn’t healthy, but insisted it was worth a bite. Still, she was surprised to learn that some viewers found mayo far stranger than butter.
She later explained that Americans usually see butter as a cooking ingredient, not a sandwich topping. In her words, it’s more of a “toast helper” than a real condiment. Meanwhile, many international viewers wondered how anyone could make a sandwich without butter.
In the end, the exchange showed how even the smallest foods can spark big conversations. And maybe it’s a reminder that the world feels a bit closer when we share what’s on our plates.
