American Christmas Foods I Can't Believe ARE REAL as an Immigrant

[@margia374]

I am sooo loving the whole "as an immigrant" series

[@MustiStudious]

I'm not loving the 'as an immigrant' series, I love it unconditionally

[@rhh3582]

@@MustiStudious I wondering if it is his intention to become an American citizen - he has a passport, and he had to get some kind of visa to enter into the States - he obviously likes living here and that thought keeps running through my mind as he was flying on a private plane with his dog (do you know how much flying charter on a private plane from England to the States costs) he kept saying how much he was looking to living here (here being the states). He will be a nice addition to our country if he does become a citizen - he is that bubbly type personality that one likes being around - some times shy but much more outgoing.

[@michaelthompson1841]

Who else ever wonders who helps Raphael with his videos??? Camera person revel / friend revel???

[@debs5039]

Revel or reveal?

[@monicahidalgo89]

I LEGIT think about this EVERY TIME

[@danielleking262]

Same!!! And how are they always so silent?? If I were recording and he cracked some joke, it would definitely pick up my laugh! lol

[@nohandlethanx]

It's just him. He had a clone made of himself. He's probably gonna make a video about it: I ordered a clone from a 1-star VS a 5-star lab

[@emperorod98]

His BF?

[@jayalakshmidhongadi7700]

Raphael is working as a therapist for most of us .. thankyou Raphael.. ❤️✨

[@darlenemcreaken7737]

He's my "Happy Hour,"

[@annmarieatherton7904]

His videos are so relaxing, he's so lovable I feel like he's a friend. Love his adventures 😀

[@cathyg8702]

The best part of the Target Christmas section is that it gets heavily discounted after Christmas. The longer you wait, the cheaper stuff gets.

[@jandmvideos9051]

Best time to shop is after the holidays.

[@AgRoseCrystal]

Only Raphael would look at a hot cocoa stand and call it a house. Although I can understand why he would be confused. I think the packaging didn't have the stand in big eye catching letters.

[@AgRoseCrystal]

I just got to the part where Raphael talks about how nature makes trees for free and all I can think is that he his so innocent to the ways people will charge you to get something that seems like it should be free.

[@lmo7724]

I’m an American and have never heard of a hot chocolate stand, so it’s weird to me also. Don’t laugh at Raph.

[@arijj8629]

@@lmo7724 it's not about wether you heard about a hot cocoa stand before or not. You don't have to be American to know what it is. It's just the fact it said it was a hot cocoa stand on the box, and Raph said house. It's still funny, we'll laugh😂

[@emilyjane2298]

Literally just needs to READ

[@lifewithbre8512]

LMFAOOO 😂

[@jayrae34]

I never thought things in America were so crazy, until watching Raphael’s reactions. Love it.

[@joselyngonzalez116]

I thought American things were pretty normal

[@tiki_riot]

Nothing in America is normal, trust.

[@rhh3582]

@@tiki_riot is anything normal in this world anymore?

[@ashleycarr7879]

Please don't get discouraged with living here. You are a kind, funny person with a good heart. Anyone would be lucky to be friends with you. I really hope you find friends here. I want you to be happy! You bring joy to so many. You need joy in your life too!

[@dawnmomoffour]

Raphael, you say we help you. Guess what? YOU help US. You are our therapy! Thank you. I love watching your videos because they are always interesting and you always make me smile throughout them. You are such a sweet, genuine person.

[@kimloughman681]

It's refreshing to see an immigrant's perspective of our country. There's a lot of stuff that needs fixed, but I love that you remind us to find joy in the little things. If you're ever in Pittsburgh, I'll give you the food tour!

[@EmilyinEPCOT]

DUDE YOUR CONTENT HAS BEEN GIVING ME LIFE THIS MONTH! ITS PUTTING ME IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT SO MUCH! THANK YOOOOOOUUUUU

[@PaulineAH]

In regards to your Hanakah statement, and this has been told to me by my Jewish friends, Hanakah is not really a huge holiday for them religiously, but since it fell around Christmas it was made bigger so that their children would have something festive to celebrate around Christmastime. But a lot of my Jewish friends will put up Christmas trees and decorate, because that part of the holiday isn't really the religious part of Christmas, but more of the commerical, festive part. Lastly, popcorn kind of is considered a Christmas food because people in the past, and probably some still today, would take a needle and thread and string popcorn onto it and wrap it around their Christmas trees as decoration.

[@katie85705]

I'm planning on stringing popcorn with cranberries this year. I don't have much money for decorations this year so that'll make my place seem a bit more festive for my kids

[@PaulineAH]

@@katie85705 That's an awesome idea. You can even have your kids make some homemade ornements with paper and markers, which you can hang with string or paperclips (I've used paperclips many a times). Times are tough, no need to spend a lot of money on things you use once a year. You can still have a beautiful tree.

[@d.6593]

Decorating trees is a real, pagan tradition. Not everything is from usa.

[@2Old2Care]

@@katie85705 We strung popcorn when I was a kid. (MANY years ago). We also cut strips of red and green construction paper and made chains. Paper chains are also a way kids can countdown to Christmas by tearing a link of the chain off everyday.

[@s.devries2644]

No one cares

[@wysgyeman]

I love seeing your experiences here! Please find some wacky decorated houses to visit! I think that will totally astound you! Every city and town has either a neighborhood or some random houses that are decorated over the top... Just keep being Raph, because we love you! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 Merry Christmas!!!!

[@amethyst3687]

I love your videos so much! This series really puts things in perspective for those of us that have been born and raised here in the US. We forget sometimes just how privileged we are as a country to have all the options that we do. Much love to you and Salem, hope y’all have a wonderful and Merry Christmas.

[@shannonmejia3626]

I love Raphael's genuine reactions to things. He's so wholesome. 🥰

[@StinkyPuppyBunny]

You are so special Raphael and you belong. Thank you for making my year better than it would’ve been without you. I love you, Salem and your channel! You’re incredible so don’t ever forget it ✨🫶🏻

[@joancox3553]

Stop “ Live, laugh, loving my dog”😂😂😂 You are hilarious❤

[@katharinaschmitz6623]

Panic attack at the grocery store sounds pretty normal to me 😂

[@slayyyvlogs]

Haha

[@StarrySky-ky2uz]

Every time lol

[@megchris7685]

You’re such a one of a kind genuinely kind person! I’m so thankful for your content! Merry Christmas to you, Salem and all of your viewers!🎄 As far as content, do they have ice skating near you? That would be a cute Christmas vlog, perhaps even volunteering at a soup kitchen in America for the holiday season?!

[@fancyky71]

You are so precious. LOVE you and all of your videos. Merry Christmas to you and Salem 🎄 🎅 🧑‍🎄

[@tinab6108]

Never think you don't belong . You're one of the sweetest nicest guys on KZbin. My family look at every video u put up and we love them . Be safe and have a wonderful Christmas from Ireland x

[@skyetrapp5511]

Omg we need a massive Japanese KitKat flavors video immediately lol Raph would lose his mind at the bazillion KitKat flavors!

[@lisamac1986]

It's just a shame they're so small, but I love their lemon salt flavoured KitKat

[@skyetrapp5511]

@@lisamac1986 that's literally my absolute favorite flavor of all time! We should be besties lol

[@lionbill]

Thanx Raphael . . . Had fun going into Target with you, & seeing all of the different sweets available. Happy New Year to you!

[@mylittlesuperhero581]

"Suvinor for my first Christmas in America" that made my whole day. Merry Christmas to you and your adorable pup. 💜

[@AudikaLive]

Raphael is the only person on the planet who actually looks good from a low angle on the face camera of a phone lol. Good for him! Bet it makes secret filming in stores a lot easier!

[@dimitrafox_srt8545]

I'm so happy to see so many new videos uploaded day by day almost lately from Rapha. ✨I can sleep well tonight✨

[@QUEENKINGSFX]

Oh my god, I so agree with you. We in The Netherlands have such boring Christmas decorations compared to the USA. The baking section.. MY GOD. I want it! 😍 I adore the classic Christmas decoration and most of the time it's USA style aka Home Alone vibes. My absolute fav. And that gift wrapping isle.. what a dream! 😍

[@Gustavo-nd7yw]

The way your videos can hug me is indescribable! Merry Christmas, Rapha. 🎄

[@okoriesgirl6391]

I love the Ginger bread house with Santa in his flying saucer! I don't think your tree is broken. You need to take off the little tester on the side first. Merry Christmas.

[@okoriesgirl6391]

@raphael_gomes1.. what am I supposed to message?

[@ChloZk]

@@okoriesgirl6391 its a bot that leads you to a scammer that tries to get money from you

[@okoriesgirl6391]

@@ChloZk thanks. That's what I thought. Lol. I don't trust anyone on the internet.

[@AudikaLive]

I am absolutely down to go film in Europe as an American experiencing the shops! It's funny because I actually lived in Dubai for 8 years up until 2021, and when I got back to the states I had almost the exact same reactions you've had to everything since you moved here. Like your complete shock and awe at the cheesecake factory actually made me feel more sane here hahaha. Like "No, despite being American, I'm not crazy, this is too much food for one human. It's an appetizer? What's wrong with you?"

[@booksandbeautyfortheages]

That’s definitely a big Target ! I can’t afford Christmas presents this year, so it’s fun to watch everyone else do it. ❤

[@jndaley]

I am in that boat with you.

[@jessallaround13]

Raphael, you should organize something where your supporters can support each other! Send each other gifts and such. (Maybe Amazon Wish Lists?)

[@amputeeright]

I am not in a celebratory frame of mind. My husband died three weeks ago, and I just sleep and cry.

[@Polly-Esterismyname]

@@amputeeright So very sorry. 💔

[@69badaz]

@@amputeeright So sorry for what you are going through.

[@marciasrivastava4861]

We love you Raphael. I would expect many of your viewers are American. You would probably have a much easier time if you did some meet and greets and met some of your fans. You would realize how much we appreciate you and love you and want to see you and wish you well. You might even make some friends and feel more at home. I hope you have a wonderful holiday and get a chance to relax. Thank you for all of your great videos. They are super fun.

[@toobusy63]

Salem always gives Raphael the side eye😆 like you're seriously doing this to me🤣

[@Tericlaws]

This video makes me so happy. I used to love browsing the Christmas aisle at Target and now I get to live vicariously through you. Thank you for always being here to make quality content that's so relaxing and stress relieving for so many of us! ❤

[@leannem.r.williamson2269]

I won't lie, you saying 'this isn't available in Europe' really makes me wonder where you shopped while you were in the UK 🤣 because a lot of the things are available if you go to the right place.... A whole wrapping paper isle? In big supermarkets, yeah that's a thing. The Terry's different flavours, we have them too 🤣

[@picklel0verr]

I was looking for this comment 😭😭

[@lavenderoh]

Yeah I find the UK does even better. In the US it's just the same thing with different packages 95% of the time. But the UK does actual Christmas food flavors on things like chips and stuff.

[@Jessmtr]

The huge candies and the different flavored candy canes are always a banger during Christmas 😋

[@aaronboogie4469]

Mariah whistling “IT’S TIIIIIII-IIIME” did it for me 😂😂😂 The Queen of Christmas!!!

[@jacquichait3906]

Raphael, thanks for finding and acknowledging the tiny Chanukah section, it's like you instantly felt my pain. You're THE BEST! 💙🕎❄️

[@C.L.Hinton]

Great video! I think you're very brave to risk a shopping mall at Christmas time. I'd like to see you and Salem react to doggie advent calendars (whether treat or toy based). Happy Holidays!

[@sftraub]

The original Kinder eggs are banned because the toy pieces you assemble are in the chocolate egg itself. It's considered a choking hazard. I just love these "I can't believe what is in America vids"! You are so much fun to watch! Happy holidays to you and yours.

[@christinevenner183]

I thought it was because it can't be classified as food because of the toy inside. Therefore, it can't be sold as food. They are considered a choking hazard in the UK, too, which is why they are classified for 3yrs and over.

[@rberks5]

@@christinevenner183 In the US, the Federal food drug and cosmetic act of 1938 bans the enrobbing of a non food item In a food.

[@wjr3013]

I absolutely love this video. I went to Europe a while ago and it really is different as far as variety of things you can get. America always seems to go over the top, especially at Christmas and seeing it from your perspective really made my day. Merry Christmas Raphael and So Happy You are Here. Thank You, as always for sharing.

[@veenalorraine5916]

29:05 this is the first time I’ve seen daylight outside during one of Raphael’s videos😂😂😂 His videos are bringing me extra holiday cheer 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@danielleking262]

It seems like early evening though in that shot, lol

[@jandmvideos9051]

I am not a big fan of Target, but you made this so much fun that I feel like going just to look at all the Christmas stuff.

[@esabris2151]

Raphael is becoming so sassy and I love it.

[@davew5383]

Raphael, You are like a burst of sunshine on a cloudy day, you are always appreciated🌞 If you are ever feeling lonely and feel like you have nothing to do, go hangout at the Santa Monica Pier, it is always lots of fun, with so many things to see and do. You can park at the mall in Santa Monica the first two or three hours are free parking, just walk through the mall first and then take a walk down to the pier🙂 Have a Very Merry Christmas🎅

[@karenedwards9111]

I'm so proud of you for trying new things. Being in a new Country with different traditions takes A LOT of courage. You have A LOT of courage.

[@Anthony_Marquis]

I love how he confuses the board game "Candy Land" with the mobile phone game "Candy Crush"! 😂

[@juliecoombs8627]

You’re wonderful. You’re content is amazing and chewing gum for the eyes. I blooming love it. Keep doing what you’re doing x

[@natalala_xo]

Terry's Popping candy chocolate orange does exist in Europe - I found one (and plenty of other flavors too!) in newly opened Dealz in Poland :) so I imagine it can be as easily found in UK and Ireland, possibly in other countries too. Great video as always - love the Christmas content and your genuine surprised expressions when you see the variety of everything! Looking forward to more videos :) take care Rapha!

[@katiekate4992]

Can’t wait to see Salem in his Christmas pjs! So cute! Love the gingerbread house! ❤️❤️

[@SingerBabyJay]

I love your videos ❤️ You're so sweet and fun! This was a lot of fun to join you with this adventure. Many blessings and Happy Holidays 💚❤️🎄

[@lmo7724]

Raph, you are just as cynical as I am, and I love you for it ❤

[@cruzronamaes.3851]

Every content of yours is screaming nothing but a great quality. I've seen you put so much effort im everything and it is all worth it. Thank you for always making great videos. Mery Christmas!

[@tootles444]

I am still delighted by your shock, aww, and repulsion (which is completely understandable!). It is so fun. Thank you for sharing!!

[@tashawilcosky5906]

Just to let you know Reese's is made with Hershey's chocolate.

[@danielleking262]

Don't spread that blasphemy around here!!!!! 😆

[@tashawilcosky5906]

@@danielleking262 😄

[@keponder47]

In Japan, they have SO MANY KitKat flavors. “KitKat” is similar to their way of saying “good luck” or to have luck, so they are given a lot for graduates and tests, etc.

[@keponder47]

@𝐌𝐫𝐑𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥𝐠𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Was this a contest?

[@kayladavis4661]

Your reactions are so funny and pure!! I love it!!! Candyland is actually a board game thats been around for ages 😂

[@renem7645]

Sending you a virtual hug. Your videos are always so wholesome. I love your reactions to things that seem so normal to those of born in the US.

[@ItzamarySalazar]

The “ginger bread house” is a cocoa stand hahah I actually made a KZbin video on my channel. I built it with my husband. 😂😂😂

[@WholesomeKermit]

Omgg hiii!!! I never thought I’d find you under his comments section 😱

[@HarperRobinsJoy]

Haha it was totally a cocoa stand you’re right

[@ItzamarySalazar]

@@WholesomeKermit hiiiii 🥰🥰🥰

[@conniesmith3544]

Your advent calendar videos inspired me to buy our Grandsugars some and they absolutely love them! We are planning on making this yearly tradition with them now. Thank you.

[@carrielancon8306]

That sounds so cute and also the name Gransugars I love it

[@dr.tanyajay4473]

I’m so jealous ! Holidays are just the best in the US and I’m stuck in France until Easter. Loved this video and your other discovering the US food videos. Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season.❤

[@Guilty_Feet]

Hey Rapha - as a first Gen American, I love your content and the perspective it gives me. I appreciate you dearly and definitely know that outsider feeling, but immigrants are so valuable to our country.

[@femalesneakercollector7201]

If you want hershey to sponsor, better take a visit to Hershey,Pa for the park and chocolate world

[@djn1534]

Raphael, you've been just nonstop with the content these last few weeks. Thank you so much for your hard work. It's everything!

[@melissavelazquez44]

Let's get it ! 👏👏👏 Raphael in the cut with another video 👏👏👏

[@Ladysalvador]

I am loving these video’s of you experiencing America.

[@marlenelehano4996]

Thank u for giving me the biggest laugh of the day 😂. You are such an amazing person n I really love watching ur vids. Merry Blessed Christmas to u n welcome to America! Aloha from Hawaii 🌈💜

[@loriaganon9844]

Have a Blessed Christmas! 🎄

[@emavilcinskaite7260]

you should go to a christmas light show or holiday light drive thru. You get see a lot of christmas decorations while driving in a car.

[@emavilcinskaite7260]

@raphael_gomes1.. Is this a scam?

[@stephaniebannister7222]

Merry Christmas! Thanks for being you!

[@mammie19621962]

There's no way I'd shop for all that at Target unless I had a lot of coupons for it. 🤷‍♀️🤣

[@nohandlethanx]

Where would you go instead? Oh and can coupons really be stacked on current discounts and offers? In my country we have so many terms and conditions for using coupons 😅

[@wavybxby0]

@@nohandlethanx it depends on the store

[@jalainT]

This is an awesome video Raphael Merry first Christmas in America to you 🎉

[@Vannahbabes]

5:35 the elf on the shelf is supposed a tradition for families with little kids that believe in Santa, the elf is supposed to sit on the shelf and report to Santa whether they were naughty or nice and most often plays “pranks” and “moves” around the house to show the kids that it’s a “real” elf (aka the parents doing it while the kids sleep)

[@norton9647]

U know that u could rude

[@crystalludlow5611]

I've been loving all these holiday theme videos. 😍 and you have all of us as friends. We love you here in America

[@szncupid]

As a person who hates gingerbread I would love the chocolate chip house.

[@renn3014]

Oh the twix yard is EVERYTHING! They had those super size sweets at Christmas back in the 90s. I got pure nostalgia looking at those 😂 I remember Woolworths stocked things like that. Hope you have a fabulous 1st Christmas in America 🎄

[@bestbeech52]

I was always left feeling scammed as a kid when I got one of those giant bars like twix or so, and never actually finding a giant bar inside 😔

[@lavenderoh]

Well if you can read, it says what it is on the box.

[@bestbeech52]

@@lavenderoh what kid read as the box 🙄

[@sylviahardy1545]

I love how everyone on here gives him positive feedback. This is how it should be on social media all the time. Happy holidays Raphael and everyone.

[@kymbokimbo4016]

Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are Hershey's Chocolate.

[@annmarieatherton7904]

I came here to say that 😂

[@amandakitubu4672]

Yup I was gonna say Reese’s is made by Hersey.

[@RichardGut]

This video is so much fun!! You looked scared and excited exploring the Christmas aisles. Hope u had a great Christmas. Hope we get to see the dog all dressed up

[@yeldana7044]

gonna move to the US just for my chances of bumping into rapha at a target to be 0.1% higher

[@carolesydney]

Absolutely love these supermarket videos. Being Irish I always find the variety of different foods in America so interesting, our supermarkets in Ireland seem so boring in comparison!

[@georgemarcouxjr6192]

Happy Holidays from Wisconsin, USA 🇺🇸! One of the reasons there's such variety is the fact that so many people from all over the world immigrated to the U.S. and brought their culture and foods with them. Our supermarkets usually stock reginal foods. However, there are sections that have ingredients for European, Asian and South American.

[@lindsaymatt05]

GO TO 5 BELOW!!! You will love that place!!! Also love your videos! To enjoy America ignore everyone and just enjoy the sights ❤

[@theredroger3283]

Raphael have you tried the Enchroma glasses for color blind people? Apparently they work really well.

[@WinterWind]

He has a video on his channel from 3 years ago where he tries color blind glasses. Not sure if it's the same ones you're referring to

[@mariambassam9013]

I am loving these American videos. I feel like I am living vicariously through you 😅 you are living my dreammmm

[@lisamarie6109]

Candyland is a board game that existed WELL before Candy Crush.

[@Arabella--Leigh]

watching Raphael decorate the gingerbread house made me happy

[@ritaryan3298]

I love watching your videos. Your reactions are wonderful. Please enjoy your time here in America.

[@kerryaldred4460]

Omg no matter how rock bottom my family is at the moment, I show them your videos and apart from wishing for everything you buy (Christmas lists but can't get most of this in the UK) cheers us all up !!! Your mum and dad must be so proud of you !! Such a selfless caring young man !! Keep it up we need some fun to watch ❤️ xxx

[@JaredLeesMom]

I appreciate your honesty and am so grateful for your courage to face your fears to please your followers. Thank you so much for everything! Merry Christmas to you and Salem. Much love! A New Year's video would be amazing!

[@pattynetolicky5393]

Again you made my day.. I am sad when you say you haven't made a lot of friends. You are a wonderful person, so smart, so much fun!

[@mjhonold8530]

This was such a fun video!! Merry Christmas Raphael and a happy new year🎄☃❄⛄🏂

[@Ojuolape_space]

Waaaaaw! Such a big bite!!!!! Am loving this America shopping mall.

[@tiffanyspliff9623]

the popcorn in a huge tin is SSOOOOOOO nostalgic, such a great tradition, I still have massive tins from when I was a kid, they are very special lol

[@StarrySky-ky2uz]

When they were actually filled to the top with popcorn! Where I live they shrunk them and charged more lol

[@WhooNiki]

I am sooo overwhelmed with your content😍 enjoying and loving every minute of it! Happy holiday season Rapha🤩✨

[@meems9884]

I love your reactions to all the candy and different things that i have had around for awhile!!! Love, love, love your videos!!! 💜💜💜

[@lalalili8612]

You're a real fun friend that everyone wants! I am also new in the country where I am now and I can feel you. I hope you make a lot of wonderful friends there because you're so fun to be friends with!

[@furubaprincessyuki18]

First Christmas in America huh? I hope you have fun and get to see lots of decorations. 😊❤️ Welcome to America!

[@kweenalize5455]

I love watching you be excited, and also get to see wild things sold in the US that we don't have in Canada. Thank you ☺️

[@eileenthomas6342]

I loved this video you are hilarious, Merry Christmas ! and Welcome to America .

[@ladynamy]

This is so fcking chaotic I love it