Is it possible that we will become one homogenised world culture? A blend of European, American and local. All the differences in clothing, foods consumed, housing and social mores will be lost making us all very similar. The 'old' world lost for a 'modern' blended world.
Maybe it will be a good thing if it happens and Azerbaijan along with everyone else seem to be well on their way.
Fast food stores such as KFC and McDonalds appear to epitomise the American way of internationalising products and doing things. The Azeri seem to have taken on the American way, as we all have, in a big way.
Today I saw what has to be the biggest KFC store anywhere. A large ornate stone 1926 building turned over to almost exclusive use of the fast food giant. No subtly used - just in your face stuff.
The scale of this fast food outlet is not appreciated until you get inside. Three floors in which to consume the gourmet treats on offer. Jim was right when he said, "This is the Vatican of fast food."
Maybe it will be a good thing if it happens and Azerbaijan along with everyone else seem to be well on their way.
Fast food stores such as KFC and McDonalds appear to epitomise the American way of internationalising products and doing things. The Azeri seem to have taken on the American way, as we all have, in a big way.
Today I saw what has to be the biggest KFC store anywhere. A large ornate stone 1926 building turned over to almost exclusive use of the fast food giant. No subtly used - just in your face stuff.
The scale of this fast food outlet is not appreciated until you get inside. Three floors in which to consume the gourmet treats on offer. Jim was right when he said, "This is the Vatican of fast food."
Don't get me wrong I have been known to consume 'fast food' and yes I enjoyed it. Just commentary on the direction we all appear to be moving in. 
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