Foods lets go2 Has Tried

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.

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

Turning this cocktail into a fluffy cloud is easy—just hire someone to shake it for 12 minutes straight. 

Pastrami fans will find the taste of this Canadian spice blend very familiar.

Infants and Genghis Khan enjoyed this fermented mare's milk.

A bland but storied soup is always on the menu in the U.S. Senate.

The caffeinated wine is made by British monks and loved by Scottish criminals.

The fruit so pungent it's banned from trains, hotels, and public places.

The sweet Kiwi treat that represents a token reward.

These embellished containers didn’t just sit pretty on the table; they determined social standing.

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

The sweet, tiny wild berries are only available for two months each year.

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

A New Year's Eve tradition of scarfing down 12 grapes for good luck.

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

Tequila's ancient, fermented cousin is making a comeback in Mexico City.

A casserole of cheesy, corn flake–topped tubers offers comfort to Mormons in mourning.

The Carnival cake comes with a hidden baby Jesus inside.

A ritual that showcases the beauty of the present moment.

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

Funerals in the Lone Star State call for this comforting chocolate treat.

In the 1960s, Royal Air Force pilots made a startling discovery about their sweets.

Deep-fried grasshoppers make a tangy, crispy taco filling.