Where In The World Is This Fast Food From?
- by Kaline Forrester
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- in Mind Twisters
Whether you are a well-traveled globe-trotter or have never left the region where you grew up, it is always interesting to see and learn about customs and traditions from around the world. One of the most intriguing things that differ between cultures is the food, and many times people find themselves cringing at what people eat on the other side of the planet. Even when it comes to fast food, global fast food chains like McDonald's and Taco Bell have vastly different menus depending on the country. Entire lists and articles on the internet have been dedicated to featuring the odd and even scary food that people consume from the most familiar of places to us- Pizza Hut, Burger King, etc.
But depending on where you come from, "fast food" can also mean street food, or market food. And that is the case for a lot of the countries whose food is on this quiz, which goes beyond the standard of restaurant fast food as we think of it.
So, how well do you know your foreign fast food? Sometimes a food just sort of goes with its culture and in general, people are able to distinguish where it probably came from. Other times, a food's origins are not so clear. Take this quiz to see how well you know fast food from around the world- or to just learn a little something about it! Bon appetit!
Where in the world is this black squid ink burger from?
This appealing-looking burger type thing is actually called the Kuro Pearl Burger, and you can find it at a Burger King somewhere in the world. Of course, it does not resemble your typical hamburger, and here is why: most obviously, the bun has been dyed black. There is also black cheese and some sort of squid-ink powered onion garlic sauce. Yum. Not surprisingly, this hamburger that has been described as having a "peppery" taste, has not yet caught on in the U.S.
Where in the world is this Escamoles from?
This dish is called escamoles, which is just a fancy word for the much-less appetizing ant larvae. Gross, right? But as we know, there are a shocking number of countries around the world where people regularly eat bugs, insects, and even reptiles. Escamoles are essentially light-colored eggs, and white-corn kernels or pine nuts. They have a poppy texture (more crunchy if fried) and a slightly nutty taste. Often pan-fried with butter and spices, escamoles can be found in tacos and omelets or served alone, accompanied by guacamole and tortillas.
Where in the world is this Doritos Crunchy Crust Pizzza from?
This yummy-looking pizza is more recognizable to Westerners, and as such probably looks more appetizing. It is just a regular old pepperoni pizza from the world-famous Pizza Hut. But the twist is that it has a crust of crunched-up Dorito chips and a layer of mozzarella cheese holding everything together. Appropriately titled the Doritos Crunchy Crust Pizza, it could be found on a Pizza Hut menu at one of the Western countries listed below. This looks like the ultimate snack!
Where in the world is this McCurry Pan?
The McCurry Pan comes from (where else?) McDonald's. But in which country? Almost half the population of this country does not eat meat, so the McDonald's restaurants there tailor their menus to their vegetarian people. The McCurry Pan, for example, is a curried vegetable pie, and is one of the original items from the fast food chain's first vegetarian restaurant. Other menu items from McDonald's in this country are the Chicken Maharaja Mac, the McSpicy Paneer, and the McAloo Wrap.
Where in the world is this strange pineapple-Oreo McFlurry from?
This ice-cream cup may have the most familiar logo in the world on the front, but just because it comes from McDonald's does not mean it is an appetizing choice for a dessert. But for the people in the country where you can find this concoction, they may very well disagree. This is the delectable Pineapple Oreo McFlurry. Yes, that's right: it is ice-cream, Oreo bits- and pineapple. What a combination! Can you guess which part of the world it can be found in?
Where in the world is this Green Tea Matcha Blizzard from?
Another fast food chain that has gotten very creative with their menu choices overseas is Dairy Queen. The home of the Blizzard, D.Q. in this country has come up with the "Green Tea Matcha" flavor. For those of you who don't know, matcha is a finely ground powder of processed green tea. While most Westerners would not indulge the idea of a green tea flavored ice-cream dessert, in Eastern countries, the flavor is actually quite popular, and D.Q. Blizzards are far from the only dessert flavored as such.
Where in the world is this Haggis from?
This dish is called Haggis, and it is a popular dish in one European country. The main ingredients are a sheep's heart, liver, lungs, and stomach. It also consists of onion, oatmeal, suet, and spices. It is a pudding-type dish that despite its unappealing description, has an allegedly excellent nutty texture and savory flavor. It is the national dish of the country from which it comes. But it has a bad reputation worldwide and has been the butt of many jokes. It has even been banned from being imported to the United States since 1971 due to a ban on foods containing sheep's lungs.
Where in the world are this Wasabi Cheese and Seaweed Cheese Donuts from?
Wasabi Cheese and Seaweed Cheese are two types of donuts that can be found in this country's Dunkin' Donuts. As unappetizing as the combination of wasabi, seaweed, and cheese sounds to most Americans, there is apparently a place in the world where they are popular enough to be part of the menu of this major fast food chain. Not shockingly, these donuts make several lists of the most disgusting donuts ever made, wildest donuts ever made, and other lists of the sort.
Where in the world is this Fish Donut from?
People around the world just love playing around with donut flavors, and the people who created this donut came up with the idea of making it fish-flavored. Yum! To make things even weirder, this donut comes from KFC. So a fast food chain known around the world primarily for their chicken is selling donuts flavored like seafood. KFC in this country has also begun serving shrimp stars, so they are definitely branching out with their menu. I wonder what crazy concoction they will come up with next?
Where in the world is this teriyaki-flavored KFC food from?
One country is now offering a variety of teriyaki-chicken based items in their KFC stores. And they come with chopsticks! Here is a hint: the country is not even Asian. These KFC's also offer a Teriyaki Ricebox and Teriyaki Bites, which can come as individual bites, or in a Twister wrap or salad, as well. But this country may not be so easy to guess, since even though chopsticks and the Japanese teriyaki flavoring are involved, the country is far from Asian.
Where in the world is this Sopissima from?
This McDonald's menu item is called Sopissima, or "Peasant Soup". Not the most appealing name, but nevertheless, the people in this country love it enough to keep it on the menu. The Dollar Menu, that is. The brown soup filled with random floaty things does look quite foreign, and not exactly appetizing. So it is shocking that in 2005, this country's McDonald's was distinguished as the best in Europe, due largely to Sopissima. It may look gross, but it sounds like it must taste amazing!
Where in the world is this Double Down Dog from?
This is one meaty hot dog! The Double Down Dog from KFC is exactly what it looks like: a hot dog with a bun of fried chicken. It also comes covered in cheese. It was reported that it was made in 2015 because the people of this country have a love of hot dogs and fried chicken (and are quite adventurous when it comes to food), so combining them only made sense. Although it had good feedback from customers, reviewers called it everything from "disgusting" to an "abomination" and even a "travesty".
Where in the world is this fried rattlesnake from?
This little snack is fried rattlesnake, and it is quite popular in the country where this is eaten. Although not a common food item in the entire country, in the parts where it is eaten, it is compared to chicken, alligator, and tilapia. It is served breaded and fried, sometimes in chilis and stews. There are several ways to cook rattlesnakes, but some people who do all the work themselves (like both catching it and cooking it) say that the excitement is what makes it taste the best.
Where in the world are these McNoodles from?
This dish actually looks pretty delicious, and it is called McNoodles. Obviously from a McDonald's somewhere in the world, McNoodles come in different flavors such as chicken and chicken curry. The meal comes with vegetables and salad, and chicken pieces with either sweet and sour sauce or curry sauce. When it was released in this country it was only served for a limited time as a test for the market for Asian dishes in the restaurants. The country had, at the time, 179 McDonald's restaurants.
Where in the world is this Double Down Burger from?
Just like we saw the Double Down Dog from the KFC in The Philippines, there is also this Double Down Burger from another part of the world, and it is pretty much the same thing, only with hamburger meat instead of a hot dog. The idea is the same, using fried chicken as a substitute for bread. This sandwich has chicken, beef, and pork that have been fried, grilled, and griddled. It is only 750 calories, which is a big selling point for such a big meal.
Where in the world is this Taro Pie from?
This is Taro Pie, which is yet another product of a foreign McDonald's. It is a pie filled with the very odd taro, which is a purple tuber that grows only in the Pacific Islands. The inner concoction has the consistency of chunky mashed potatoes, but is very sweet. And let's be honest, even though it is quite strange, it looks pretty, which is always nice when eating a dessert. So which part of the planet, on which continent, would one find Taro Pie?
Where in the world is this Chicha Purple Temptation from?
The Chicha Purple Temptation is another pretty purple dessert that is probably foreign to most Westerners. Made with blue corn, this food also comes from McDonald's (what doesn't?). It was even featured on the Travel Channel! This decadent dessert is one of the more edible-looking foods in this quiz, and one of its main ingredients (the blue corn) is indigenous to the area of the world it is grown in, so the Chicha Purple Temptation cannot be found just anywhere.
Where in the world ate these tuna eyeballs from?
Can you tell what these are just by looking at them? They are tuna eyeballs, and those who consume them claim they taste rather like squid or octopus. In the West, as in many places, we are accustomed to eating tuna out of a can, but eating their eyeballs is something else entirely! The eyeball comes surrounded by fish fat and severed muscles that are also supposed to be pretty tasty. The eyeballs are boiled and seasoned before being consumed.
Where in the world is this wasp cookie from?
Finally! A cookie! Who doesn't love cookies? But don't get too excited; this is no ordinary chocolate chip or sugar cookie. In fact, it is called a wasp cracker, and as you can see, the name is quite fitting. The rice crackers is filled with dead wasps that are farmed with the specific purpose of human consumption. Wasps contain the highest percentage of protein of any edible insect- 81% (in comparison, steak contains just 20%). So for health reasons, maybe this is a cracker to try! Let's just hope the stingers are removed!
Where in the world are these fried spiders from?
Many Asian countries eat bugs regularly, but fried spiders are a regional delicacy in part of one country. The spiders are bred in holes in the ground and then fried in oil. Tourists passing through the town of Skuon usually like to give them a try, and of course the locals enjoy the massive spiders, as well. They are a species of tarantula and the size of a human palm, and have been described as tasting bland, like a cross between chicken and cod.
Where in the world is this balut from?
This lovely "dish" is called balut. It is a developing duck embryo boiled alive in its shell. It is a common street food in this country, and usually served with beer. The eating of balut is controversial in some religions, and because of animal welfare and human health concerns. Besides being sold on the streets, it is also sold in stores and malls. The mallard duck is the most important breed for egg production to make balut, but it can also be made with chicken eggs or other duck eggs.
Where in the world is this Frankfurter BBQ Pizza from?
Ever felt like having a hot dog pizza? Well, if you travel to this country, you can! It is called the Frankfurter BBQ Pizza from Pizza Hut, and it comes with Frankfurter beef sausage, honey barbecue, mustard, onions, jalapenos, and mozzarella cheese. To add to all of that, it's crust is made up of cheese bites called "Duo Cheesy", although any kind of crust can be put on it. Sounds intriguing... and very filling! Reviews of this unique pizza have actually been pretty positive!
Where in the world is this Dried Pork and Seaweed Donut from?
This Dried Pork and Seaweed Donut can be bought at a Dunkin' Donuts somewhere on the planet. It comes from a country notorious for their (ahem) creative flavoring of normal food items like chips (and apparently, donuts). Forgoing the chocolate, sugar, and sprinkles in lieu of dried pork and seaweed, at least this "donut" is probably healthier than the kind most Westerners are accustomed to, although from our perspective that is likely the only thing it has going for it.
Where in the world is this Pig's Blood Cake from?
They may look like strangely-colored but appetizing popsicles, but this street market food is anything but. It is obviously served on a stick, but the fun ends there. This Pig's Blood Cake is just as nasty as it sounds. It is a concoction of pork blood, sticky rice, and soy broth. It is a snack served by street vendors in one of the countries below, and has been described as a cross between mochi and rice cake. But it is really just blood on a stick mixed with some other stuff.
Where in the world are these locusts from?
Can you tell what these types of bugs are? They are locusts, and the locals from the country where they are commonly served has an ungodly population of them. So what better way to rid themselves of the problem than to eat them? They get rid of the pesky bugs and they also get a meal out of it. The locusts are eaten after being deep-fried or covered in chocolate. May countries eat bugs, so which country is known for eating locusts?