Eldest lad went on a lax exchange scheme to Maryland.
Asked the lady behind the counter for a "Chewner sandwich".
She didn't understand so Will repeated it.
Still she had no clue so his US team mate Adam stepped in. "He means toona fish".
Like toona comes in other types of animal...
I once asked for another bottle of beer whilst dining with my family in Florida- she, the waitress, came back with a small plate??? The following day, I popped back in on my own whilst my family was at a waterpark. It was midday, and I just wanted a beer to cool down given that I had been stupid enough to go for a stroll in the 40 degree sun. Although I was in my mid 40's they refused to serve me. I pointed out that they didn't age ID the night before. (Granted- I should have had my passport with me, but I was clearly over 21).
Weird country. I have been there about 12 times (latterly work related- East and West coast). I won't miss not needing to go anymore. I met some of the smartest people, and some of the thickest.