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sohi
Not trying to be rude, but could it be your palette?
I'm struggling to see how nicely grilled and fresh seafood can't taste wonderful. One of the best meals I've ever had was grilled squid in Sardinia. Just seasoning, oil and lemon with some boiled potatoes.
Imo the beauty of Italian food is its simplicity and focus on ingredients. Quality ingredients is the main difference IME.
But I do sort of agree that the difference sometimes is less than it used to be - same with France.
Which is why I'm not sure I recognise the line about the general standard of food in the UK being shocking. Maybe in the past, but not now. I'm not sure where everyone is shopping and eating, or what year they're living in. Likewise this stereotype of Europeans as foodies is a bit old.