Foods Samir S. Patel Has Tried

This "Fluid of Beef" fed an army and makes a hearty tea.

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

The hot dog chain’s charming “bi-dent” picks up potatoes with ease.

This staple sandwich of Brooklyn delis has become a symbol of gentrification.

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

This chewable Indian digestive soothes stomachs, freshens breath, and might give you cancer.

A Spanish ritual meant to inject effervescence into a flat drink.

This "green caviar" is vegetarian friendly.

The Mexican fungal delicacy that makes corn taste like a mushroom.

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

This bacon-and-oyster omelet was a status symbol during the California Gold Rush.

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

To celebrate the Holi festival, many Indians raise a glass of cannabis-infused milk.

The South Pacific's shrub-based drink causes relaxation, euphoria, and a tingling sensation.