American Blogger's Unexpected Swedish Snack Review Goes Viral

An American in Sweden: A Taste Test Adventure Melissa Mendez, a food blogger known as "Melissa’s Manual," recently shared her experience trying various Swedish snacks, providing a unique perspective for those curious about Scandinavian cuisine. Her video, posted on May 13th, 2025, has already garnered significant attention. Mendez’s enthusiastic reviews of items like the vanilla pastries ("12/10, give me 14 of them!") and the Kex chocolate bar ("20 out of 10, I’m taking this home!") offer a compelling look at popular Swedish treats. However, her reaction to the salty licorice was quite different. "Oh what in the world? Licorice, spicy… a little taste of Marmite… this is nasty bro, 0 out of 10." This contrast highlights the diverse tastes within Swedish culinary offerings. Mendez’s video provides a fun and informative look at Swedish food, potentially inspiring others to explore the country’s unique flavors.