Lndependence day is abig celebration in theunited states and it takes place on 4 july.across the country, there are firework displays and people enjoy barbecuss and picnics. Popular foods include hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, potato salad,baked. beans and corn on the cob.started by the large caribbean population who live there, the notting hill carnival has become a huge internati onal street festival which takes place in london england,at the end of august everyyear.thousands of people line the streets to watch the colourful parade,dancing to the rhythm of funky caribbean music.there are many stalls.selling a range of exotis foods from all parts of the world.