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From poutine to barbecue, local cuisines give World Cup fans another reason to cheer
By Dee-Ann Durbin | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 5, 2026
· 5 min read
World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they’re also doing a lot of chewing, delighting their hosts with rave reviews of North American cuisine.
“It’s greasy, it’s disgusting, but it’s absolutely glorious,” Jack Goodwin, a soccer enthusiast from London, said about the American ...
Key takeaway “It’s greasy, it’s disgusting, but it’s absolutely glorious,” Jack Goodwin, a soccer enthusiast from London, said about the American food he has tried in Dallas, Boston, New York and Atlanta.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The influx of World Cup fans in the Dallas-Fort Worth area has brought a unique opportunity for local businesses to showcase their culinary offerings. As visitors from overseas sample popular fast-food chains and regional specialties, they are also discovering the diversity of North American cuisine. For Trophy Club residents, this means a chance to see their community through the eyes of international visitors, who are drawn to the area's convenient location within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The fact that fans are seeking out local gems and chains like In-N-Out Burger and Buc-ee's suggests that the area's reputation for good food is spreading globally. As the World Cup continues, it will be interesting to see how local eateries and restaurants respond to the demand for American cuisine, and whether they can capitalize on the tourism boost to establish long-term relationships with international visitors.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? World Cup fans came from overseas for the cheering. But they’re also doing a lot of chewing, delighting their hosts with rave reviews of North American cuisine.
“It’s greasy, it’s disgusting, but it’s absolutely glorious,” Jack Goodwin, a soccer enthusiast from London, said about the American ...
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