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I had the chance to try something very different: sushi. My family and I made it at home for the first time. The kitchen smelled delicious, full of the aroma of vinegared rice, nori seaweed sheets, and fresh, crunchy vegetables. The sushi rolls looked colorful but a bit uneven because none of us knew exactly how to make them properly. The seaweed wrapped around the sticky white rice, with strips of green cucumber and creamy avocado peeking out. Some pieces had thin slices of raw fish on top, shining with a soft and slightly translucent texture.
ResponderBorrarI was very excited to try it since making it ourselves felt like a fun adventure. When I finally tasted it, the rice was slightly sweet and tangy, and the vegetables added a fresh and crunchy touch. However, the raw fish had a very strong and unfamiliar taste that I didn’t like very much. The texture was slippery and soft, something I hadn’t experienced with cooked fish before. Although the experience was interesting and memorable, I realized I prefer cooked fish. Still, I’m glad I tried something new and learned more about Japanese food!
About a month ago, I went to a restaurant and saw some exotic or unusual dishes on the menu. One of them caught my attention: squid. It was my first time trying it. When the plate arrived at the table, the smell was strong and salty, something completely new for me. The squid was cut into rings, fried until golden and crispy, and served with French fries and a fresh salad.
ResponderBorrarWhen I tasted it, the texture was soft but a little chewy, something I had never experienced before. The flavor was salty, with a hint of the sea, and the crispy outside made it even better. At first, it felt strange, but with every bite, I started to like it more.
It was a different and fun experience. I realized that squid is not only tasty but also a very popular dish in many parts of the world. Now, I feel excited to try it in other recipes and learn more about seafood dishes.
"The Caram-what?"
ResponderBorrarLast month, my sister and I went to visit my aunt Candelaria. When we arrived at her house, she told us that the week before she had been on a farm, where she brought different fruits. Among the many she brought, one caught my attention. It had a long star shape, the outside was a little soft with a plastic-like touch, and it was yellow-green in color.
I asked her what it was called, and she said carambola or Tamarinda. I asked her, “The caram-what?” She told me to try it and see if I liked it or not. When she cut it into slices, they had the shape of a star with seeds inside. Its taste was a bit sour for me. I expected it to be sweeter, because when I smelled it, it didn’t seem so citrusy and it was even a little sweet.
Honestly, it was a fruit that I didn’t like very much because of its rubber-like texture, but it was a good discovery, since it is an unusual fruit but grown in this region.
-Josué Gutiérrez Álvarez
Valentina Medina Sánchez
ResponderBorrarThe strangest thing I've ever eaten was octopus. The dish consisted of grilled octopus tentacles, served with a touch of olive oil, coarse salt, and a squeeze of lemon. The texture was soft on the inside but slightly crunchy on the outside, with a rather intense seafood flavor, unlike any other seafood I'd ever tried before.
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ResponderBorrarThe strangest thing I've ever eaten is "coca guisada" (stewed coca). One day my aunt made it for dinner, but she didn't tell me what it was because I don't eat anything queer, and so, of course, I enjoyed dinner that day. When I finished, my grandfather came over smiling and asked me if I knew what I had eaten, and I told him "nothing." Then, he told me it was "coca," and I was surprised because I thought it was chicken. The truth is, it was good, but I wouldn't eat it again.Its texture was soft, it smelled like chicken, and its color was dark. It was eye-catching for dinner, truly a perfect dish for anyone who likes to try new things.
ResponderBorrarAndrés Felipe Pérez Mercado
We went on a trip to the Amazon with my family and came across something I never imagined I would try: mojojoy. They were offered to us as a typical regional food, and although we were initially put off, we decided to give them a go.
ResponderBorrarWhen we saw them raw, they were large, white larvae with darker heads, somewhat plump and soft. I thought, “Am I really going to eat this?” But then, when they were cooked, they changed completely. The skin turned golden brown and crispy, and the smell began to remind us of pork rinds or melting butter.
When we tasted it, we were very surprised: it had a buttery, slightly fatty flavor, like a mixture of tender chicken and bacon. Inside it was creamy, but with a crispy outside that made it crunchy. Some people served it on skewers, and they also showed us a version stuffed with meat and rice, which looked like a tiny tamale.
It was a strange but incredible experience, because not only did we eat something different, but we also shared everyone's curiosity and reactions when they tried it. It was one of those foods that you're hesitant about at first, but then you end up saying, “It was worth it!”
The strangest thing I've ever eaten was snails. The dish was prepared with garlic, melted butter, fresh parsley, and a touch of white wine. The texture was tender and slightly chewy, with a mild flavor that completely absorbed the seasonings. It was a different experience, as I was expecting a strong taste, but it was actually very delicate. Mileidis Mary Berrio Rivera
ResponderBorrarTwo years ago when I went to Cartagena with my family we were at the beach and my parents bought oysters and I decided to try them, they looked small and had a very extravagant color, when you open them you can see their meat, it was a little slimy and shiny, it had a smell of the sea, of salt and it felt very fresh, when I tried them their flavor was salty and at the same time a little sweet, it was very soft and juicy, it was a unique experience and I would do it again.
ResponderBorrarA few months ago, at the guesthouse where I was staying, I had the opportunity to try a dish that was unusual for me: octopus rice. It was the first time I had dared to eat something different outside my home, added to which seafood made me somewhat apprehensive, but even so, I was very curious.
ResponderBorrarWhen it was served, the aroma was intense, with a smoky touch and full of spices. The rice was soft and well seasoned, and the steamed octopus was tender and juicy.
When I tasted it, the combination surprised me: salty, a hint of smokiness, savory, and with a mixture of flavors that could be tasted in every bite. Although I found it strange at first, I ended up enjoying it quite a bit.
It was a new and enjoyable experience. I realized that octopus rice is a versatile dish, and now I'm excited to continue trying seafood preparations.
I recently got to try a very strange and striking food.: hormiga culona, a traditional delicacy from Santander, Colombia. My family and I decided to taste it during a special gathering. The kitchen was filled with a smoky and nutty aroma as the ants were roasted until their shells turned crisp and brown. They looked small but striking, with their round bodies and shiny texture that made them seem quite exotic on the plate.
ResponderBorrarI was both nervous and curious, since eating ants felt very different from anything I had tried before. When I finally tasted one, it was crunchy on the outside and had a flavor that reminded me of roasted peanuts mixed with a hint of earthiness. The texture was completely new to me crispy and a little grainy but not unpleasant. Even though it felt strange at first, I was surprised by how tasty they were. The experience was unusual yet memorable, and it made me appreciate more of Colombia’s diverse food traditions. I’m glad I gave it a try, because it showed me how cultures can turn something unexpected into a special dish
Camilo Andrés Sarmiento Martínez
Last year, I tried stewed venison cooked in coconut juice. At first, it looked very unusual to me. The meat was dark and soft, and the sauce was thick and creamy.
ResponderBorrarThe smell was strong but pleasant. I could notice the mix of coconut, spices, and something earthy from the meat.
When I tasted it, I was surprised. The flavor was rich and a little sweet because of the coconut, but also savory and wild from the venison. It was different from anything I had eaten before, but I actually liked it.
During a vacation in Santa Marta, I tried Caribbean lobster for the first time. When it was brought to the table, what caught my attention was its bright, strong red color. It was served with coconut rice and fried plantains, which made the dish look big, colorful, and very appetizing.
ResponderBorrarAs I got closer, I could smell the scent of the sea mixed with butter and garlic. It was a warm, tasty aroma that immediately made me hungry.
When I tasted it, I was surprised by its meat: firm, juicy, and with a mild flavor, a little sweet but also salty. The butter and garlic gave it more taste, and with the coconut rice, it was a perfect combination. It was a new and special experience that left me with a great memory of that vacation.
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ResponderBorrarOne day, my family and I came up with the idea of doing something crazy and interesting: making a slightly unusual pizza. This pizza contained the following ingredients: baked dough, tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Topped with diced ham and the classic Hawaiian pineapple touch, it also featured sweet corn kernels and thinly sliced plantains. I love Hawaiian pizza, but this recipe was something unusual for me.
ResponderBorrarOnce we took the pizza out of the oven, its appearance was really different. The crust was golden and crunchy, while the bright yellow corn and soft plantain slices made it look colorful and unique. The smell was a mix of sweet pineapple and melted cheese, with a smoky touch from the ham. At first, the sweet aroma seemed strange for a pizza, but when I tried it, the flavor was amazing! It was creamy, salty, and sweet at the same time. The ham and cheese balanced the taste, while the pineapple and plantains gave it a special tropical touch. My family, however, had different opinions. Some enjoyed the unusual mix, while others thought it was too sweet. Personally, I think it was a fun experience!
On a trip to Santander to visit my uncles' house, I had the opportunity to try something that seemed very strange to me: big-assed ants. When I saw them served, I noticed their appearance: they were large, toasted, and dark in color, almost like peanuts. The smell was strong, similar to something fried or toasted, with an earthy note. When I tried them, the texture was crunchy and the flavor reminded me of nuts or toasted grains, although with a bitter aftertaste. It took a little getting used to at first, but the experience was unique and very different from any other food I'd tried before.
ResponderBorrar"The strangest food for my taste was sushi. Besides the fact that it has raw fish, I found its flavor unpleasant. I also didn’t like the soy sauce, since it has a strong taste that I don’t enjoy. Overall, that dish was not to my liking."
ResponderBorrarA few years ago, my family and I traveled to a town where a distant relative lived, and for lunch, we were offered a very unusual dish: morrocoya soup, also known as turtle soup. At first glance, it seemed like a normal, appetizing soup, with a nice-colored broth and an aroma that wasn't unpleasant to me. My family accepted it naturally, as if they had tried it before, but for me, it was the first time I had seen and tasted something like it. Upon taking my first bite, I discovered that it had a strange flavor, a bit bland, and the texture of the meat wasn't to my liking, as it was tough and fibrous, which made the experience unpleasant. Although I tried to eat a little more to get used to it, I couldn't enjoy it, and from that moment on, I decided I would never try it again, although I admit it was a curious and different experience.
ResponderBorrarI once tried a dish that looked like it had been assembled by a mad scientist in a dimly lit kitchen. It was a gelatinous cube, neon green with streaks of electric purple swirling inside—like someone had trapped a thunderstorm in Jell-O. On top, there were tiny dried fish staring blankly into the void, and a drizzle of something that smelled suspiciously like burnt rubber mixed with overripe bananas.
ResponderBorrarThe aroma hit me first: sharp, sour, and oddly metallic, like sniffing a battery dipped in vinegar. It clung to my nostrils and made my eyes water slightly. Still, I was curious enough to take a bite.
The taste? Utter chaos. It started sweet—almost candy-like—but quickly turned salty, then bitter, then spicy, all within seconds. My tongue felt like it was on a rollercoaster through a spice market, a candy shop, and a tire factory. The texture didn’t help either: slimy on the outside, gritty on the inside, with a surprise crunch that felt like biting into a seashell.
I wouldn’t say I hated it... but I definitely wouldn’t eat it again unless I lost a bet.
LUIS FERNANDO RAMIREZ ROMERO
¡Cheese surprise!
ResponderBorrarLast summer, on my trip to Medellín, I visited a town with my family that was famous for the wonderful view of the entire city and for its exclusive bakery. Among its most popular options was La Panchocha, a type of large bread that looked fluffy and round on the outside, with a shiny golden color. When I tasted it, I loved the softness of its texture. However, the real surprise was the explosion of melted mozzarella cheese inside, with just the right amount to create the perfect combination of salty and sweet. It became my favorite bread!
-Oriana barboza Escobar
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ResponderBorrarThe strangest food I tried was at La Brigada restaurant in Bogotá.
ResponderBorrarI ordered a seafood casserole.
It looked hot and creamy, with shrimp, crab, and fish in a thick orange sauce.
The smell was very strong, like the sea mixed with coconut and spices. I tasted it, the flavor was rich, salty, and a little spicy. At first it was unusual for me, but then I liked it a lot.
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ResponderBorrarSince I was a child, my mom had the habit of giving me all kinds of food, but when I was 10, she made me try 'higado encebollado.' It was the worst thing I ever tasted in my life; it tasted like iron and had an unpleasant smell, and the feeling it left in my mouth was indescribable. Since that day, I have never tried it again and I don’t plan to.
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ResponderBorrarOne unusual Colombian dish is mondongo. It is a traditional soup made with beef tripe, vegetables, and spices. At first, it looks like a thick stew with pieces of meat and potatoes, but when you learn that it contains cow stomach, it becomes unusual for many people.
ResponderBorrarThe smell is rich and hearty, like homemade soup, although some people find the odor of the tripe a little strong while it is cooking.
The taste is flavorful and comforting. The broth is savory, and the tripe has a chewy texture that makes it very different from regular meat. Some people enjoy it because it is filling and tasty, while others don’t like the texture.
One unusual food from Colombia is called hormiga culona, which means “big-bottomed ant.” It is a traditional snack in the Santander region. At first sight, it looks very strange because they are large roasted ants, something many people are not used to eating.
ResponderBorrarThe smell is not too strong, but it has a roasted and nutty aroma, similar to peanuts or popcorn. For some, the idea of insects as food is unusual, but in Santander it is considered a delicacy.
The taste is crunchy and salty, with a flavor that reminds people of nuts. Some find it delicious and even addictive, while others feel uncomfortable just trying it.
Although hormiga culona may seem strange, it is an important part of Colombian culture and is even considered a special gift for visitors.
The strangest food I’ve ever tried is blood sausage (morcilla). Its dark color and strong smell, with a metallic hint, already made me hesitant. When I tasted it, the soft texture with rice grains and the intense flavor of spices mixed with blood felt heavy and not very pleasant. Even though it’s a traditional Colombian dish, it’s not something I would eat again by choice.
ResponderBorrarThe weirdest food I have ever tried was cow tongue.
ResponderBorrarAt first, I didn’t like the way it looked, because it really looks like a real tongue, and that made me feel uncomfortable. The texture was also strange, very chewy and rubbery, which I didn’t enjoy at all. Finally, the flavor was too strong for me, more intense than regular beef. Because of these , I think it was the strangest and most unpleasant food I have ever eaten.
One of the strangest foods I have ever eaten was rabbit. The dish was grilled and prepared in a very simple style, seasoned only with olive oil, coarse salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice. The meat had a delicate aroma that reminded me slightly of herbs and smoke from the grill. Its texture was soft and tender on the inside, almost melting in the mouth, while the outer layer had a light crispness that contrasted perfectly. The flavor was rich and gamey, stronger than chicken but less heavy than beef, with a slightly earthy aftertaste that lingered for a while. Each bite combined the smoky notes from the grill with the freshness of the lemon, making the overall taste very unique and memorable.
ResponderBorrarOne traditional food from Colombia is called ajiaco, a rich chicken and potato soup that comes from Bogotá and the surrounding region. At first sight, it looks very comforting, with a mix of shredded chicken, potatoes, corn, and herbs floating in a thick, flavorful broth.
ResponderBorrarThe smell is warm and inviting, with hints of fresh herbs like guasca, which give the soup its unique aroma. For many visitors, the combination of ingredients might seem unusual, but for locals, ajiaco is a beloved and traditional dish.
The taste is creamy and savory, with layers of flavor from the different types of potatoes and the slightly sweet corn. It is usually served with rice, avocado, and a touch of cream, making it both filling and delicious.
Although ajiaco may seem different to those unfamiliar with Colombian cuisine, it represents comfort, tradition, and culture, and is a must-try dish for anyone visiting the country.