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Blenheim Apricot
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Blenheim Apricot

Snap judgments may spell trouble for what was once the king of California apricots.
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Lemang Periuk Kera
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Lemang Periuk Kera

Carnivorous pitcher plants make excellent pouches for sticky rice.
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Cornish Pasty
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Cornish Pasty

In the 19th century, tin miners ate these handheld pies and left their crusts to appease mischievous, mine-dwelling spirits.
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Pizza Montanara
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Pizza Montanara

Its deep-fried crust is part of a longstanding Neapolitan tradition.
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Oliebollen
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Oliebollen

These Dutch doughnuts are classic New Year's treats.
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Kuli-Kuli
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Kuli-Kuli

In Nigeria, ground peanuts become spicy, deep-fried nuggets and noodles.
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Fried Coke
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Fried Coke

Reach peak Americana with these deep-fried balls of Coca-Cola.
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Fried Haggis
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Fried Haggis

Scotland's beloved traditional dish is deep-fried and served up fast-food style.
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Fried Chicken Gizzards
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Fried Chicken Gizzards

These muscular organs are a crispy, chewy Southern favorite.
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Patatje Oorlog
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Patatje Oorlog

Atop every serving of Dutch “war fries,” a pile of spicy, savory condiments do battle.
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Deep-Fried Jelly Beans
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Deep-Fried Jelly Beans

At the Big E, fairgoers can try guessing their candy's flavors through funnel cake fluff.
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Fried Beer
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Fried Beer

A crispy creation that lets you bite into your brew.
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Buffalo Rock Ginger Ale
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Buffalo Rock Ginger Ale

Birmingham's sinus-clearing soda was a popular way to enhance bootlegged hooch during Prohibition.
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Fried Onion Burgers
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Fried Onion Burgers

A Depression-era patty filler paved the way for an Oklahoma favorite.
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The Lunchbox
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The Lunchbox

Oklahoma City's signature cocktail calls for a frosty mug, a shot of amaretto, Coors Light, and orange juice.
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Gibralters Rock Candy
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Gibralters Rock Candy

One of America's earliest candies is still available to buy.
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Tchoukoutou
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Tchoukoutou

In Togolese markets, locals socialize over gourds of this sweet-and-sour sorghum beer.
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American Spicebush
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American Spicebush

The plant's fruit, leaves, and bark offer a spice rack of flavors.
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Baniwa Jiquitaia
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Baniwa Jiquitaia

Pivotal to the culture and cuisine of Brazil's Baniwa people, this piquant pepper-and-salt seasoning now provides the community with sustainable income.
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Merquén
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Merquén

In Chile's central Araucanía region, the indigenous Mapuche community still makes this smoky spice blend.
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Mozzarella Sticks with Melba Sauce
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Mozzarella Sticks with Melba Sauce

Only in Albany do people dip in raspberry sauce.
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Chislic
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Chislic

A circle of South Dakota towns specializes in these fried meat cubes.
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Carbonnade à la Flamande
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Carbonnade à la Flamande

Belgium's stew of beef and abbey-style ale is essentially bourguignon for beer lovers.
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Kentucky Beer Cheese
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Kentucky Beer Cheese

A match made in heaven (and also Kentucky).
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