Foods Jared Rydelek Has Tried

This once-common spice is now almost completely unknown outside India.

Northeast Indian markets sell this glittery, sour fruit in bags with salt chasers.

The aroma of this mulled wine has been compared to “a warmed-up bowl of Froot Loops.”

This coffee additive and killer of trees has a reputation as a medical marvel.

The spiky, fruit cup-flavored orb made an appearance on “Star Trek.”

There's nothing tragic about this Brazilian pairing of salty, white cheese and guava paste.

This Borneo specialty tastes like olives, carrots, and brie cheese—if you know how to prepare it.

Find this rare, savory mango on the periphery of Borneo markets with other odorous fruit.

Relatively unknown outside South America, the tart, tomato-like fruit makes beloved juices and cocktails.

The pistachio fudge makes a vibrant accompaniment to celebrations in Northern India.

Venture beyond the usual sour-sweet varieties with this funky, savory fruit.

Beneath its serpent-like skin lies pineapple-flavored flesh.

This lucky fruit tastes best in rice.

This plant adds a hint of vanilla and a wash of brilliant green to any dish.

This fruit either burns your throat or tastes like a tropical medley.

Its pulp tastes just like the creamy spread.

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

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

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

This cure-all-turned-soda once outsold Coca-Cola.

A World War I sugar shortage led an inventor to make a very cherry soda that looks like wine.

Quench your thirst with the refreshing taste of celery soda.

This is one expensive load of crap.

Drinking algae has never been sexier.