Eating cow brain, also known as brain food, is a traditional dish in many cultures around the world. Cow brain is a rich source of nutrients, including protein, healthy fats, and important vitamins and minerals. It is considered a delicacy…
Casu marzu is a traditional Sardinian cheese that is known for its distinct and controversial method of production. It is made from sheep’s milk and is left to ferment with the help of live insect larvae. The larvae break down…
Sometimes you have to wonder how far food engineers will go to sell their products (and what parents will buy to get their kids to eat a proper meal). A good example of extreme food design, in my opinion, is…
Durian is Southeast Asia's creamy, spiky "king of fruits". Why it smells so strong, what it tastes like, why buses ban it, and what science says about durian and alcohol.
Blood pudding, also known as black pudding or blood sausage, is a traditional dish made from congealed blood, suet, and seasonings. The mixture is typically stuffed into a sausage casing and boiled or grilled before being served. Blood pudding is…
Jellied moose nose is a traditional dish originating from northern regions of Canada and Alaska. It is made by boiling the nose of a moose in water with salt and seasonings until the connective tissues and collagen break down, resulting…
Being vegan or vegetarian is still often associated with a desire to live a minimalistic, super-healthy and rather anemic lifestyle. Dishes such as burgers, nuggets and beer are not usually associated with people eating only vegan dishes. However, this conception…
Updated on 13 October 2026. The original 2012 post is kept below. Bats on the barbecue: who does that? The video in this post is gone, but the dish isn’t imaginary. Fruit bats are eaten in parts of Asia, Africa…
Surströmming is Baltic herring fermented in brine and then in the tin. How it is made, why it smells, the August premiere and how Swedes eat it.
You would be surprised to find out how close the look and the taste of deep fried carrot slices is to real bacon! Check out the comprehensive tutorial at flickr!