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Hair-raising Treats: 10 Weird Ice Cream Flavours You’d Loathe To Eat

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Hair-raising Treats: 10 Weird Ice Cream Flavours You'd Loathe To Eat

Bacon-flavoured ice cream does not seem so weird – not when you discover ten weird (and slightly alarming) ice cream inventions below…

1. Crocodile Egg Ice Cream

The staff at a restaurant in Philippines once invented this hair-raising flavour after being offered crocodile eggs from a farm situated next to it. 

2. Sichuan Pepper Ice Cream

This ice cream may look pink and pretty, but do not be deceived by its pleasing appearances, for it masks a potent level of spiciness. 

3. Chicken Wing Ice Cream

At last, a perfect delicacy for foodies in love with sweet and savoury treats! You get the best of both worlds in this chicken wing-flavoured delight, enjoying the smooth creaminess of ice cream, together with the addictive flavour of a well-fried chicken wing. 

(We hope that you are not grossed out, for we say this in jest! The amusing folks at Perry's Ice Cream created this as an April Fool's prank in 2014.)

3. Ox Tongue Ice Cream

This is proof that the Japanese are more than capable of coming up with the craziest inventions!

4. Raw Horse Meat Ice Cream

The best chocolate ice creams have good ol' chocolate chips in them, and nutty flavours often come with bite-sized pieces of crunchy nuts. In this peculiar variety, you get chunks of raw horse meat studded throughout the icy treat. 

5. Pit Viper Ice Cream

A venomous treat for the vicious. 

6. Horseradish Ice Cream

Get a taste of weirdness with this treat.

7. Lobster Ice Cream

Sold in Maine, this butter-flavoured ice cream contains succulent chunks of lobster meat. Yum – just perfect for seafood lovers! 

8. Viagra Ice Cream

Coloured in the drug's signature blue hue, this ice cream contains traces of viagra. This is one sweet treat that provides an unexpected kick! 

9. Toothpaste & Orange Juice Ice Cream

A perfect treat to pacify the little ones, perhaps? 

10. Sauerkraut Ice Cream

The cure for ice cream addicts – we promise that a bite of this sourish treat will be sufficient in reducing their ice cream cravings!

 

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7 Miseries of Solo Travel

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7 Miseries of Solo Travel

1. Table For One 

Experiencing that awkward moment of hearing the waiter shout across the restaurant: "Table for one!"  

2. Too Much Food

When you want to try different dishes, but cannot afford to order as many as you want to as there is no one else to share them with. 

3. Taking Photographs

A cure for the problem of being #foreveralone? A selfie stick. 

4. When you fall sick, you will not have any travel companions to look after you. 

5. Having a random, homeless passer-by hit on you.

"No I’m not interested – I'd like to read my map in peace."

6. Taking a solitary walk back to your hostel, filled with fears of getting mugged. Or knocked out, and left for dead by the roadside. Or being butchered up. 

7. At the end of the day, you come to the realisation that you do not have anyone to share your highlights of the day with. 

If you have checked off all seven points listed above, you are definitely a seasoned solo traveller! Cure your solo travelling woes by embarking on a social dining experience with BonAppetour. Having tasty, home-cooked meals is not the only plus point – you will also get to meet plenty of friendly locals! 

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Food Bites: Ox and Guinness Pie

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Food Bites: Ox and Guinness Pie

The Evolution of Pie

The first pie to appear upon English soil is believed to date back to the twelfth century. The Romans were believed to have been the first ones to start the culinary tradition of pie-baking. Back then, the crust of the pie served a different purpose – it was not consumed, but was used to hold the filling during the baking process. The crust was also fairly thick, and the pie contained more crust than filling. 

There was little variety to the fillings, with meat pies often being baked. Fowl was a common ingredient used, and the legs of the animal were left to dangle over the side of the dish, to be used as a handle after the pies were cooked. It was not until the fifteenth century that fruit pies were created. 

One Pie, Many Fillings

These days, countless varieties can be used for baking pies. Delectable dessert pies are likely to contain fruits, such as berries and apples. Foodies in an indulgent mood may include decadent ingredients, such as luscious chocolate and rich caramel. If the preparation of a hearty main dish, fillings such as steak, kidney, pork, as well as an assortment of root vegetables are used. 

If a satisfying pie is what you crave for dinner, you will not go wrong with a tasty ox and guinness pie. Imagine tearing apart the golden-brown crust with a fork, to reveal a filling consisting of tender chunks of meat, celery, onions and a selection of aromatic herbs. An array of delicious sides, such as baked potatoes and stewed vegetables round off the meal. 

 

 

Doesn't this pie look absolutely delightful? If you are itching to bake this savoury treat, check out the full recipe from British Corner Shop. 

An online supermarket offering worldwide delivery, Bristish Corner Shop stocks an amazing array of English food products. A promotional code, "BONAPPETOUR15", is available for our BonAppetour community. This code is valid for 6 months, and gives £15 off your first order (with a purchase totalling over £75).

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Dining Customs From All Around the World

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Dining Customs From All Around the World

Traveling to a new country this holiday season? Gear your stomach up for a feast, if your itinerary is going to involve tons of food and feasting!

But hold on, guys – do you know about the various dining customs in different countries all around the world? (Yes, there ARE rules to stuffing your face) While travelling, it is not just about exploring new types of food, but also discovering different ways of eating, and learning new perspectives and cultural norms. Check out these unique customs to avoid the embarrassment of commiting dining faux pas, and eat like a pro wherever you go! 

In the United Kingdom

Tilt the bowl in the opposite direction, and scoop the soup away from you before sipping at it from the side of the bowl. This is supposed to a classy way of drinking soup. Dine with host Jane in London, and she will be happy to share on other interesting dining customs from UK! 

In an Indian Household

Normally, when you clear your plate, it is taken away. In India or Thailand, for example, if you clear your plate, it means that you are still hungry, so it is customary to leave a small morsel of food on the plate.  

In Southeast Asian and Middle Eastern households

Traditional families prefer to eat food with their hands, rather than with utensils. Take note to use only your right hand when you dine, and not the left – the left hand is considered to be unclean, for it is used for cleaning up after excretion. Our host, Nadya, will provide deeper insights into other aspects of Southeast Asian dining customs during her dining experiences in Singapore. 

In Germany

In Germany, one never dines with his hands. Utensils, such as a fork and knife, is always used at mealtimes. Also, do not insult your host by using a knife to cut the boiled potates – instead, use the side of a fork, for usage of the knife would imply that the boiled potatoes are not tender and well-cooked. Put this into practice when you dine in Germany!

In a Chinese Household 

Never stick the chopsticks into the rice bowl, as this is representative of incense sticks used in funerals, and implies that the dish is to be served as an offering to the dead. Instead, lay it flat on the top of the rice bowl. 

In Japan

Feel free to slurp up your noodles or soup, or to burp loudly after your meal in Japan. Your hosts will be pleased, for it indicates your sense of satisfaction with a delicious meal. 

When in Rome…

…eat as the Romans do, and savour your meals at a leisurely pace. You are expected to enjoy each and every bite, and not rush through the meal. Meals are often broken into a few distinct courses, with bread and olive oil available on the table throughout the lunch or dinner. 

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