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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Maggi meets Italian taste buds: Wife's comfort food gets SHOCKING review from husband. Watch viral video
A viral Instagram video shared by UK-based couple Surbhi and Dario shows an Italian man's first reaction to tasting India's beloved instant noodles, Maggi. In the clip, Dario is visibly confused after taking a bite, describing the texture as 'smashable' and lacking flavor, and stating, 'Pasta doesn't melt… here you don't taste.' The humorous moment sparked a wave of reactions online, with many defending Maggi as an emotional staple in Indian households while others laughed at the cultural clash. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 'What Is This?' Mixed Reactions from Viewers Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A video featuring a cultural food experiment has gone viral on Instagram, drawing millions of views and a wave of commentary from around the world. The clip, shared by UK-based couple Surbhi and Dario on their Instagram page 'Paneer and Parmigiano,' documents the moment Dario, who is Italian, tastes Maggi noodles for the first time. Known as a beloved instant snack across India, Maggi is often viewed as a nostalgic comfort food . However, Dario's reaction to the dish has triggered widespread amusement and debate on social video begins with Surbhi serving Dario a plate of homemade Maggi. The overlay reads, 'POV – You served Maggi to an Italian man.' Dario takes a cautious bite and pauses, visibly puzzled. His confusion quickly becomes the central highlight of the his first taste, Dario looks up and asks, 'What is this?' Surbhi replies, 'It's like spaghetti,' trying to draw a cultural comparison. However, Dario appears unconvinced. He remarks, 'I don't know how to describe what I have in my mouth. It's like something smashable and without consistency. Some spicy flavour. It's not textured, it's just melting in my mouth. Pasta doesn't melt. Pasta, you bite, you chew, you feel it, you taste. Here you don't taste.' The video closes with the humorous text overlay: 'Rated: -1/10 for emotional damage.'In the caption, Surbhi candidly admits, 'Not every cultural exchange is a success story, I guess. I made Mr. P try Maggi for the first time, fully expecting him to fall in love with it (because hello, childhood comfort food!!). But nope… it did not pass the Italian taste control check.'The video quickly gained momentum, crossing over six million views. Social media users poured into the comments, offering reactions that ranged from laughter to defensiveness. One user remarked, 'Ha ha ha. No one outside India can understand this emotion called Maggi,' while another said, 'He just offended every single Indian.' A different viewer noted, 'Maggi is an emotion.'Some defended Dario's reaction, attributing it to cultural differences. 'Don't try this in India publicly,' joked one commenter. Another said, 'You're not supposed to offer Maggi to an Italian. They are very specific about cooking, especially Italian foods.' Others questioned the comparison itself, asking, 'Why on earth is he comparing instant noodles with pasta or spaghetti???'While many viewers found the moment hilarious, others used it to reflect on broader cultural differences in food preferences. The contrast between India's instant noodle staple and Italy's deeply-rooted pasta traditions sparked a lively discussion. Some pointed out that comparing the two was unfair given their completely different textures, ingredients, and culinary contexts.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Indian woman serves Maggi to Italian husband, his hilarious reaction goes viral
Maggi, a beloved comfort food for many, has long been an iconic snack that evokes feelings of comfort and nostalgia. However, a recent viral video has brought it into the global spotlight, thanks to an Italian man's unexpected reaction to it. (Also read: This video of Maggi chai has left the internet disgusted: 'Please stop ruining our comfort food') Shared on Instagram by the couple Surbhi and Dario, the video captures Dario's first experience with homemade Maggi. Surbhi serves him a plate of the snack, and the video records his initial reaction as he hesitates before taking his first bite. The overlay text on the clip reads, 'POV – You served Maggi to an Italian man.' However, Dario's expression shifts immediately from expectation to confusion, rather than the usual delight. After taking the first bite, he falls silent, seemingly lost in thought as he tries to process the unfamiliar taste. 'What is this?' Dario asks, as Surbhi, clearly amused, responds, 'It's like spaghetti.' But Dario's bewilderment grows. 'I don't know how to describe what I have in my mouth,' he says. 'It's like something smashable and without consistency. Some spicy flavour. It's not textured, it's just melting in my mouth. Pasta doesn't melt. Pasta, you bite, you chew, you feel it, you taste. Here you don't taste.' The video ends with a humorous overlay: 'Rated: -1/10 for emotional damage,' adding a playful touch to the cultural exchange. Take a look here at the clip: A post shared by Paneer & Parmigiano (@ In the caption accompanying the video, Surbhi wrote, 'Not every cultural exchange is a success story, I guess. I made Mr. P try Maggi for the first time, fully expecting him to fall in love with it (because hello, childhood comfort food!!) But nope…it did not pass the Italian taste control check.' Since its release, the video has accumulated over six million views, with viewers flocking to the comments section to share their thoughts. (Also read: Swiggy shocks foodies with 'Maggi in chai' viral pic, internet calls it a food crime) The reactions online have ranged from laughter to curiosity, with many users expressing their own amusement at Dario's perplexity. One user wrote, 'I can't stop laughing at his confusion!' Another commented, 'He had no idea what hit him!' Others joked about how Maggi remains a quintessential part of Indian culture, with one adding, 'It's the snack that unites the nation, but not the world!' Some users also weighed in on the differences between Italian pasta and Maggi. 'It's just not the same, but we all know Maggi is king in its own way,' one commented. Another remarked, 'The texture definitely throws you off if you're used to pasta!'
NDTV
a day ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Video: Canadian Woman Tastes Misal Pav, But Her Rating Is Not 10/10
Misal pav is a beloved food combination from Maharashtra. This spicy preparation has many fans across the country, and it is also making its way to menus at Indian restaurants abroad. Recently, a video showing a Canadian woman tasting misal pav for the first time took Instagram by storm. The reel shared by @veggmomo features someone off-camera explaining the dish and its various elements to her. She is instructed to combine the farsan with the "gravy" (known as the usal/rassa), and she uses up the entire bowl. Also Read: Italian Man Tries Maggi For The First Time, Watch His Reaction Next, she is told to squeeze lime juice on top, which she does. For the final step of assembling of the dish, she mixes chopped onions with the usal. Once it is ready, she eats a small morsel of the curry-farsan mixture with bread. Instead of scooping it directly, she uses a spoon to scoop it up and place it on a piece of bread. After her first taste of the misal pav, she says, "It's okay." She tastes it again and analyses its taste. She states, "It's good. I feel like it needs something sweet." When asked how much she would rate it out of 10, her verdict is 6.5. Her companion starts laughing. She says, "I'm still eating it. Don't take anything I say to heart." Watch the complete viral video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by VEGG MOMO (@veggmomo) Also Read: Australian Vlogger's Funny Take On What Indians Would Do On Titanic Wins Approval Of Chai Lovers In the comments, several people felt that the way the misal pav was served or the way she ate it was not "correct." A few agreed with her that the dish is not necessarily something spectacular. Others vocally defended the combo, especially as it's made in different parts of Maharashtra. Read some of the reactions below. "It's 10 out of 10, anytime favourite dish." "Did she say 'It's ok!!!!???' Misal is never ok, it's always awesome. Just kidding, enjoy your misal guys." "That is not the right way of eating Misal pav." "She put a lot of farsan, that's why she didn't enjoy it properly." "You know when you have fake missal.... when the ussal is so There's no tari on ussal and the pav is toasted....." "Actually bread should be dipped in you will get the rest of the by spoon but by hand." "This dish is not my favourite reaction." "Love her subtle expressions while trying out every new delicacy. So genuine compared to the exaggerated reactions some people put on for the camera!" "Ask her to try kanda bhajji." Before this, a video showing motorcyclists from abroad tasting Misal Pav at a local stall in India went viral on Instagram. Click here to read the full story.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Video: Italian Man Tries Maggi For The First Time, Watch His Reaction
When it comes to comfort food, few things rival a hot, steamy bowl of Maggi noodles. Whether it's a midnight craving or a quick fix after a long day, Maggi has been our go-to for years. But have you ever seen an Italian person's reaction to eating Maggi for the first time? A recent video going viral on Instagram shows exactly that - and it's too good to miss. Shared on Instagram by a couple, Surbhi and Dario, the clip features Surbhi serving a plate of homemade Maggi to Dario. She records his reaction as she asks him to take a bite. The text in the video reads, "POV - You served Maggi to an Italian man." With a straight-faced expression, Dario asks, "What is this?" To which Surbhi replies, "It's like spaghetti." Not happy with the answer, Dario adds, "I don't know how to describe what I have in my mouth. It's like something smashable and without consistency. Some spicy flavour. It's not textured - it's just melting in my mouth. Pasta doesn't melt. Pasta, you bite, you chew, you feel it, you taste. Here, you don't taste." The video concludes with Dario rating Maggi -1/10 for "emotional damage." The side note reads: "Not every cultural exchange is a success story, I guess. I made Mr. P try Maggi for the first time, fully expecting him to fall in love with it (because hello, childhood comfort food!!). But nope... it did not pass the Italian taste control check." Also Read: Check out the full video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paneer & Parmigiano (@ The video has gone viral, garnering 2.2 million views so far. The internet found the entire interaction amusing, with some users jumping to Maggi's defense. One user wrote, "Ha ha ha. No one outside India can understand this emotion called Maggi." Another added, "He doesn't know it, but he just described the perfect Maggi. My mouth is watering." "Taste buds gone for a toss," remarked another user.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Italian Man After Eating Maggi For The First Time: ‘There Is No Taste'
Last Updated: After taking the first bite, the Italian man tried to decode the mysterious mix of flavours he had just tasted. Maggi isn't just a quick snack. For many Indians, it's an emotion and the ultimate comfort food. In fact, it's hard to find someone who doesn't love it. But a now-viral video has sparked curiosity online, showing an Italian man being served a plate of homemade Maggi. What caught everyone's attention wasn't the dish itself, but his reaction. Instead of the usual smile or words of approval, the man went silent after his first bite, clearly trying to process what he had just eaten. The video was shared on Instagram by a couple, Surbhi and Dario. In the clip, Surbhi serves a plate of homemade Maggi to Dario and records his first reaction as she asks him to take a bite. The overlay text on the video reads, 'POV – You served Maggi to an Italian man." As soon as he takes the bite, he makes a straight-faced expression. He then asks, 'What is this?" Surbhi replies, 'It's like spaghetti." But Dario isn't convinced. He says, 'I don't know how to describe what I have in my mouth. It's like something smashable and without consistency. Some spicy flavour. It's not textured, it's just melting in my mouth. Pasta doesn't melt. Pasta, you bite, you chew, you feel it, you taste. Here you don't taste." The video ends with the line: 'Rated: -1/10 for emotional damage." The caption shared along with the video reads, 'Not every cultural exchange is a success story, I guess. I made Mr. P try Maggi for the first time, fully expecting him to fall in love with it (because hello, childhood comfort food!!) But nope…it did not pass the Italian taste control check." Since being shared online, the video has garnered over six million views. In the comments section, desis came to defend Maggi and called it a comfort food. One user commented, 'Ha ha ha. No one outside India can understand this emotion called Maggie," while another added, 'Maggie is an emotion." An individual jokingly wrote, 'Don't try this in India publicly." Someone else remarked, 'He just offended every single Indian." 'No, you made a terrible mistake, you're not supposed to offer Maggie to an Italian. They are very specific about cooking, especially Italian foods. Don't even compare Italian food with other food items," a viewer pointed out. A person asked, 'Why on earth is he comparing instant noodles with pasta or spaghetti???" Paneer and Parmigiano is the name of Surbhi and Dario's Instagram page, where they share their cross-cultural adventures. The couple, based in the UK, has gathered over fifty thousand followers so far. First Published:
