Lin-Manuel Miranda reveals his favourite things about the UK, and they're amazing

Freddos are pretty great, tbf.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda reveals his favourite things about the UK, and they're amazing
It sounds as though Lin-Manuel Miranda enjoyed his time in London. Credit: Buckner/Deadline/REX/Shutterstock

Lin-Manuel Miranda may have been busy filming during his time in Britain, but that doesn't mean he hasn't soaked up some of the local culture too.

The actor and Broadway star recently wrapped on filming for Mary Poppins Returned, which was being shot in London.

That tweet was followed by something of an impromptu Twitter Q&A about Britain, which took place on Miranda's journey home from the studio.

First, he confessed his love of "henges".

Then it was on to his favourite food.

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(For any U.S. readers, a Freddo is probably our most beloved of national chocolate bars.)

Next, it was on to the thing he'll miss the most about London (which also turned out to be chocolate-themed).

It transpired that Miranda has picked up some of our local British customs.

And finally, it ended on this uplifting note.

Please come and visit us again soon, Lin-Manuel!

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Sam Haysom

Sam Haysom is the Deputy UK Editor for Mashable. He covers entertainment and online culture, and writes horror fiction in his spare time.


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