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A food’s “delicacy” status is culturally determined and often defies logic. British aversion to horses or guinea pigs, while enjoying cows and rabbits, illustrates this. Texture plays a major role; Westerners often shun “slimy” Chinese dishes, while enjoying blue cheese or jelly. Offal, like andouillette or grilled pig ear, is popular in Europe but rare in Britain. Fear of the unfamiliar, coupled with texture, drives “Bushtucker Trials” featuring insects and raw organs. Ultimately, adventurous foodies embrace diverse cuisines, confronting prejudices and expanding palates, even if encountering odd textures or anatomical surprises like fish milt.
