Spanish Ham vs. Prosciutto: A Chilean-Spanish Cultural Exchange

A Spanish ERASMUS student in Chile, Violeta Rodriguez, recently shared a lighthearted video comparing Spanish ham to prosciutto. In the video, Rodriguez, who describes herself as "Tu madrileña de confianza de ERASMUS en Chile," playfully engages with her Chilean friends, noting the cultural differences in how the two types of cured meat are perceived. "Pon un poco de jamón español mis chilenos se enloquecen!" she exclaims in her video, which translates to "Put a little Spanish ham, my Chileans go crazy!" One commenter noted, "En Chile no decimos jamón decimos Shansho," highlighting the linguistic differences in how ham is referred to between the two countries. Rodriguez's video, while short and informal, offers a glimpse into the cross-cultural experiences of international students and the subtle ways food can bridge (or sometimes highlight) cultural gaps. The video has already garnered over 2000 views, suggesting a level of interest in this relatable topic.