Here is a surprising list of 20 different movie snacks from around the world… and I thought everyone just ate popcorn and candy!
While popcorn can be found at most theaters around the world, it isn’t as popular of a movie snack as it is in America. Here are 20 movie snacks from around the world!
Tom Yum Popcorn – Thailand
This is based on Tom Yum Soup, which is a spicy soup made from lemon grass and fish sauce. Instead, when enjoying a movie in Thailand many patrons choose Tom Yum seasoned popcorn.
Sugared Popcorn – UK
This is a classic in the United Kingdom and is similar to what we call “kettle corn” in the United States.
Movie Theater Popcorn – United States
The go to movie theater snack in the United States is a big tub of popcorn topped with movie theater butter (which isn’t really butter, but tastes like it).
Souvlaki – Greece
Similar to a kebab. This is the perfect movie theater snack because it’s healthier than the classic options and you don’t even have to get your hands dirty!
Fish Balls – Barbados
Crispy fish balls served on a skewer.
Fried Ants – Columbia
Large leaf cutter ants are used that have a big abdomen so they are easy to locate and pick up in the dark theater.
Chicken Legs & Bean Curd – Taiwan
A delicious meal to enjoy while watching a film.
Samosas – India
Fried dough filled with potato and meat or vegetables. These have lots of spices and a deliciously strong flavor.
Siu Mai – Hong Kong
Shrimp and pork dumplings are a favorite of movie goers in Hong Kong.
Tostilocos – Mexico
Similar to what we call “nachos” in America, but topped with pickled pig skins and hot sauce.
Dried Reindeer Meat – Norway
Exactly like it sounds. Beef jerky but made from reindeer.
Beluga Caviar – Russia
This doesn’t seem like the best movie snack to me, but Russia is definitely known for its caviar.
Calimocho – Span
What a great idea! This movie theater favorite is a mixture of red wine and Coca Cola.
Kvas – Lithuania
A fermented drink made from rye bread and flavored with mint or berries. Sort of like kombucha, but a little different.
Salty Licorice – Netherlands
Salted licorice is a favorite in the Netherlands, sometimes eaten in a trail-mix like concoction.
Dried Salted Peanuts – China
The original movie snack is still popular in China. Dried peanuts were a favorite back when movie theaters first became popular.
Dried Cuttlefish – Korea
A salty dried fish perfect for munching on through a compelling film.
Dried Sardines – Japan
Another salty fish snack which makes sense for this island nation.
Sunflower Seeds – Spain
Salted sunflower seeds are great for eating throughout a film. A small bag can last you a couple of hours.
Falafel Flavored Chips – Israel
I’ve never had these but they sound great. I wonder what they use for the falafel flavoring?
