Foods IvyMike Has Tried

This Brazilian fruit is cacao's lesser-known, tangy cousin.

This herb gives cocktails another kind of buzz.

Mexico's “mouse melon” is actually a tiny cucumber.

The world's least practical and most delicious edible straw.

The marshmallow-based candy is named for a delicacy just out of the ancient Greeks' reach.

This Mexican candy reimagines a spaghetti dinner with spicy-sour gummy noodles and tamarind sauce.

Bees get a lift from helicopters in order to produce this spicy honey.

This varietal of rice is so good that it's compared to ice cream.

Pink or green syrup turns a historic German ale into a tart, sweet delight.

The beef fat–fried version that first caught Ray Kroc's eye is now extinct.

The ancient confection consists of wispy sugar-strands that look like dragon whiskers.

The Carnival cake comes with a hidden baby Jesus inside.

This cousin of root beer has a long history and a surprisingly minty taste.

A completely delicious, nearly nutrient-free sandwich beloved by generations of New Englanders.

The sweet Kiwi treat that represents a token reward.

This condiment proves that what the world considers delicious is (nearly) universal.

Quench your thirst with the refreshing taste of celery soda.

Usually, the only heat that gets close to this raw pork fat is a sprinkle of pepper.

Before refrigeration, mixing fruit with sugar and vinegar extended its shelf life and made for a tasty drink.

This classic San Franciscan ice cream sandwich is it, isn't it?

A century-old organism creates some of the world's best bread.

All is fare in the Korean War.

Don't call the crown jewel of New Jersey "Canadian bacon."

When life gives you lemons, this tropical fruit makes 'em taste like lemonade.