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Senegalese Nem
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Senegalese Nem

Senegal's popular spring rolls tell a story of war, love, and colonialism.
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Sfogliatella
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Sfogliatella

This layered pastry from Italy's Amalfi Coast may have origins in a 17th-century convent.
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Guimaras Mango Festival
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Guimaras Mango Festival

Themed buffets, parades, performances, and competitions dominate this Philippines island every May.
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Stroopwafel Liqueur
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Stroopwafel Liqueur

The Netherlands' most famous treat now comes in a bottle.
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Long Pepper
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Long Pepper

This once-common spice is now almost completely unknown outside India.
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Chapaya
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Chapaya

This palm fruit has a surprisingly meaty flavor.
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Sturm
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Sturm

Fizzy, fruity, and still fermenting, this almost-wine is a celebrated part of Austria's harvest season.
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Amlou
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Amlou

Morocco's nutty, decadent spread is made from the prized oil of the argan tree.
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Pox
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Pox

This ceremonial Mayan brew has evolved into a sweet, smoky spirit in the Chiapas highlands.
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Bastard Oleaster
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Bastard Oleaster

Northeast Indian markets sell this glittery, sour fruit in bags with salt chasers.
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Bakeapple Gin
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Bakeapple Gin

A Canadian spirit made with Newfoundland's beloved berry.
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Marula Beer
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Marula Beer

In South Africa, women transform a tart fruit into a celebrated sour brew.
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St. Martin's Croissant
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St. Martin's Croissant

Bakers fold this Polish pastry 81 times into the shape of a horseshoe.
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Real Wasabi
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Real Wasabi

Most sushi fans have never tried this rare rhizome.
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Amarula Cream Liqueur
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Amarula Cream Liqueur

A sweet and nutty liqueur made with the fruit of the "elephant tree."
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Blue Wine
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Blue Wine

Recently introduced to France, it's the color of pool water.
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Basi Sweet Potatoes
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Basi Sweet Potatoes

Pulling apart this dish creates silk-like threads of melted sugar.
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Squid Ink Gelato
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Squid Ink Gelato

A jet-black, vanilla-flavored treat with hints of its marine origin.
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Chocolate Santafereño
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Chocolate Santafereño

This steamy concoction features a salty, melted surprise at the bottom of the mug: white cheese.
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Cholado
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Cholado

The cool Colombian treat blends shaved ice with syrup, fruit, and anything from wafer cookies to cheese.
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Cougar Gold Cheese
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Cougar Gold Cheese

This canned cheddar is made using a secret 70-year-old bacteria culture.
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Zelnik
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Zelnik

This spiraled Balkan pastry requires painstakingly rolling dough into silky sheets.
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Salt Licorice Ice Cream
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Salt Licorice Ice Cream

A Finnish treat that's sweet, dark, and herbal.
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Zanzibar Pizza
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Zanzibar Pizza

Vendors fill these crispy pancakes with as many meats, sweets, or vegetables as their imaginations allow.
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