Now that I think of it, I don't remember eating a lot of soup growing up except maybe when I was sick. Even then it was usually just plain noodle soup. Chili probably takes top spot for bowls of warm goodness in cooler months. I think soup is maybe getting more popular, but definitely not as much as in Europe. It may all depend on where you are from, though. So much is influenced by region. I have so many friends from other countries and my boyfriend is Polish, so I tend to get inspired by them a lot. :)