Foods pamelajoon Wants to Try

Memphis adds a little Italian flair to its Southern repertoire.

The prosperous Southern California date industry produces delicious milkshakes.

Local lore claims that German bakers made these pastries as an act of quiet rebellion during French occupation.

The dainty, cream-filled specialty is on the brink of extinction.

It's darker, saltier, and healthier than white sugar.

In Thai lore, these fried hard-boiled eggs are a delicious warning for a misbehaving husband.

Beekeepers in the United States' southeastern swamplands are fighting to preserve this smooth, sweet delicacy.

A roadside diner in Hatch, New Mexico, makes the most of the town's fiery crop.

These marvelous mussels are cooked under pine needles.

The Belgian candy that sparked an epic vendor battle.

Recently introduced to France, it's the color of pool water.

These pink cookies are destined to be dunked in champagne.

A small cantina is home to a sweet-and-salty shot of raisin liqueur with a cheese cube chaser.

No Bonfire Night is complete without a cup of this warm, vinegar-flavored snack.

In Czechia, a foamy beer is a sweet and creamy treat.

This summery parfait has mingled with British royals and literary elites.

Neither tea nor hot chocolate, this Caribbean cocoa drink is in a league of its own.

These natural cocktail stirrers sprout from the Caribbean swizzlestick tree.

A double-ended British pastry that's both main course and dessert.

This dark, rare fruit lasts a very long time.

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

Saffron, rose water, and pistachios combine in a fragrant, sweet-savory treat.

For Italian-Americans, Christmas Eve is all about the seafood.

Frozen custard gets topped with green chile sauce and salty pecans to make this Las Cruces specialty.