by Anne M.

I come from Vietnam, which doesn't have winters like those in America. Therefore, there's no need to keep food in stock. Markets are abundant and easily accessible, so I can quickly stop and buy what I need. The variety of food in Vietnam is incredible. Additionally, there are many convenient food delivery services available. You can stay at home and order food, and within 20–30 minutes, a delivery person will bring it to you. Vietnam is very diverse in night food and street food.

In America, things are quite different, especially in places like Minnesota where winters can last up to six months. During the summer, many Americans enjoy gardening and grow a variety of vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, peppers, cabbage, and onions. After harvesting, it's common to make tomato sauce and freeze it to use during the winter.

To save money, it's advisable to cook at home at least twice a day, both in the morning and in the evening, since food in America isn't as inexpensive as in Vietnam. Personally, I prefer cooking at home over buying fast food from places like McDonald's, KFC, or Dairy Queen. However, many people, particularly younger generations, prefer fast food and pizza.

In Vietnam, rice is a staple in our daily diet, whereas in America, potatoes are very popular. I believe that food is crucial for the body; everyone needs to eat to live.

I've noticed that many Americans prefer baking to cooking. Personally, I enjoy cooking more than baking because I find cooking to be more forgiving. I don't like having to follow recipes step-by step. With cooking, I can add ingredients as I see fit and simply taste as I go. Baking, on the other hand, often requires precise measurements and following specific steps, or the results may not turn out as expected. I hope everyone living in America learns to cook a little bit, as it's better for your life.