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5. Cuy
…or guinea pig! A popular traditional dish all over the Andean regions of South America, Cuy is eaten in the south of Colombia, and is likely to be found only if you’re around Pasto in Nariño department. There it’s a delicacy and is served whole, with a crispy fried skin. It’s not weird here, and again, it’s pretty good, but for anyone traveling to Colombia who grew up with a cute little guinea pig, it certainly qualifies as weird!
And there you have it. I could have included plenty more interesting little snacks and drinks; Colombia has no shortage of the weird and wonderful! But where’s the fun of travel without a few surprises, right!? So come and visit Colombia, roll up your sleeves, and tuck into some weird grub…you won’t regret it (hopefully)
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