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The Libertine · 23 July 2014, 01:41 AM

I ate meat in some pretty dodgy restaurants, both foreign and domestic. Does that count?!?!?!

dddrees · 23 July 2014, 02:01 AM

I tried a bit of monkey meat while training in Panama. It tasted like beef, but it was stringy and tough, and it could have been that way for any number of reasons.

I've eaten a few frog legs, some bunny, a bit of deer, and I tried some shark once in New York. The shark didn't impress me much.

I don't think I've eaten anything else that could be considered exotic. However in the military I've eaten in a number of third world countries and it's a bit hard to completely rule it out.

Besides exotic when it comes to meat means it's not typically the norm by most. However for example in Korea they used to eat dog. Meat really is just meat after all.

watchf · 23 July 2014, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by dddrees

and I tried some shark once in New York. The shark didn't impress me much.

Flake are commonly used for fish and chips sold here, its considered an economic fish hence used for fish & chips to generate higher profit margins. Have a visit if you want more

Gaijin · 23 July 2014, 02:07 AM

Vegetarian here.

IBTL.

MonBK · 23 July 2014, 02:10 AM

Reminds me of the cannibal that came home late for dinner and got the cold shoulder.

adamlea · 23 July 2014, 03:49 PM

I think that if people had to butcher their own animals, they'd eat a lot more fruits and vegetables. For now, i still eat beef, pork, and chicken - but I'm deeply troubled by commercial livestock farming practices. And increasingly, I buy only organic and free range meats. Just because an animal is raised for consumption doesn't mean it's ok to abuse them.

Thunderball57 · 23 July 2014, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by adamlea

I think that if people had to butcher their own animals, they'd eat a lot more fruits and vegetables. For now, i still eat beef, pork, and chicken - but I'm deeply troubled by commercial livestock farming practices. And increasingly, I buy only organic and free range meats. Just because an animal is raised for consumption doesn't mean it's ok to abuse them.

Agreed.

daveathall · 23 July 2014, 02:43 AM

I had Shark and Squid in Cyprus they are probably the most exotic I have eaten.

chieftd · 23 July 2014, 02:54 AM

Once while visiting Alaska I had Black Bear that was slow cooked like a pot roast with potatoes and carrots. It was great and I didn't know what it was until I was done.

I'm good for a hamburger anytime, but not much of a steak fan.

Demosthene · 23 July 2014, 03:37 AM

Shark is exotic?
It's pretty much the staple in every fish and chip shop around here.
Squids pretty normal as well.

Zebra, Warthog, Wildebeest, African Buffalo, Kudu, Red Deer, Kangaroo, Emu, Ostrich, Crocodile, Crickets, Rabbit, Shark, Sea Urchin.

Probably some Ive forgotten.

daveathall · 23 July 2014, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Demosthene

Shark is exotic?
It's pretty much the staple in every fish and chip shop around here.
Squids pretty normal as well.

Congratulations.

louis redfoot · 23 July 2014, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Demosthene

Shark is exotic?
It's pretty much the staple in every fish and chip shop around here.
Squids pretty normal as well.

Zebra, Warthog, Wildebeest, African Buffalo, Kudu, Red Deer, Kangaroo, Emu, Ostrich, Crocodile, Crickets, Rabbit, Shark, Sea Urchin.

Probably some Ive forgotten.

sea urchin is normal in sushi world (the yellow stuff that looks like pudding)

daveathall · 28 July 2014, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by daveathall

I had Shark and Squid in Cyprus they are probably the most exotic I have eaten.

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Originally Posted by Demosthene

Shark is exotic?
It's pretty much the staple in every fish and chip shop around here.
Squids pretty normal as well.

Zebra, Warthog, Wildebeest, African Buffalo, Kudu, Red Deer, Kangaroo, Emu, Ostrich, Crocodile, Crickets, Rabbit, Shark, Sea Urchin.

Probably some Ive forgotten.

Seems like Shark may not be as exotic as I first imagined. Reading the newspaper today it seems that I may have been served it in my local chippy without even knowing about it.

powerfunk · 23 July 2014, 04:03 AM

Alligator is delicious. So are fried bull testicles.

Kingair · 23 July 2014, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by powerfunk

Alligator is delicious. So are fried bull testicles.

Tried the testicles in Spain

Not my favorite but I tried it at least

Also brains with scrambled eggs

Some black pepper on it . . . mmmmmm

HAGOne

wantonebad · 23 July 2014, 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

I've had ........es.

Glad you didn't say geoduck clam...

SearChart · 23 July 2014, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by wantonebad

Glad you didn't say geoduck clam...

I shouldn't have googled that.

wantonebad · 24 July 2014, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

I shouldn't have googled that.

Rootbeer · 23 July 2014, 07:13 AM

Haven't eaten meat for 25yrs or more but have no moral objection in general to people eating whatever strange food they like. Of course endangered animals is a no no.

Strangest things eaten in front of me is balot / balut in the Philippines. I guess that would count as meat to most.

padi56 · 23 July 2014, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Rootbeer

Haven't eaten meat for 25yrs or more but have no moral objection in general to people eating whatever strange food they like. Of course endangered animals is a no no.

Strangest things eaten in front of me is balot / balut in the Philippines. I guess that would count as meat to most.

Tried that once in the Philippines almost made me throw up could not and would not eat it.

Rogdogg · 23 July 2014, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Tried that once in the Philippines almost made me throw up could not and would not eat it.

I'm pretty sure I would try most things once, but I just googled balut and there is no way I would eat that. I had never heard of it before now.... If only there was a way to un-see things...

skprd13 · 24 July 2014, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Rootbeer

Haven't eaten meat for 25yrs or more but have no moral objection in general to people eating whatever strange food they like. Of course endangered animals is a no no.

Strangest things eaten in front of me is balot / balut in the Philippines. I guess that would count as meat to most.

Tastes like chicken noodle soup! The only thing is the feathers can be a little strange when you chomp down on it. Heat it up add a sprinkle of salt and you would think you are eating Campbell's chicken noodle soup! Just close your eyes while eating! Hahahahaha

Balut is an unborn chicken embryo! A little gooy/slimy. However the bones are not hard. Kind of like a cartilage crunch when you eat it!

Boothroyd · 23 July 2014, 07:27 AM

The wild haggis of Scotland!

locutus49 · 23 July 2014, 07:33 AM

By accident, had dog (kay-goggi) and fried monkey brains (forgot the name), but I got sick once the cook at the festival told me what I ate.

Tools · 23 July 2014, 07:49 AM

Exotic meat isn't so exotic in other areas..

Living in Alaska for a decade; Moose, Bear, and Reindeer (caribou) were pretty common fare.

Being raised out West; Rattlesnake, Elk, and Bison are pretty regular as is Deer and Rabbit.

Down South I've had Squirrel and Alligator.

but nothing beats a good old fashioned rib-eye..

AzPaul · 23 July 2014, 08:11 AM

From the Simpsons . . . .

Lisa: I’m going to become a vegetarian.
Homer: Does that mean you’re never going to eat pork chops again?
Lisa: Yes.
Homer: Bacon?
Lisa: Yes Dad.
Homer: Ham?
Lisa: Dad all those meats come from the same animal.
Homer: Right Lisa, some wonderful, magical animal!

AK797 · 23 July 2014, 08:24 AM

Weirdest thing I've eaten were some small live Japanese fish that you had to drown in vinegar before eating.

lipjin · 23 July 2014, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by locutus49

By accident, had dog (kay-goggi) and fried monkey brains (forgot the name), but I got sick once the cook at the festival told me what I ate.

How did it taste:)?

I had fried tarantulas in Vietnam. And scorpion wine.

HK has some pretty weird (by western standards) meat but most are delicacies :)

bungcarlo · 23 July 2014, 09:27 AM

There's a japanese restaurant nearby where they serve "fugu" fish. Always tempted to try but I heard it has to be a pro chef to prep this dish or else.... RIP.

Wesley Crusher · 23 July 2014, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by bungcarlo

There's a japanese restaurant nearby where they serve "fugu" fish. Always tempted to try but I heard it has to be a pro chef to prep this dish or else.... RIP.

I had fugu in Tokyo. It was a cool experience. I'm not sure if I would eat it here.

23 July 2014, 02:01 AM	#2
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I tried a bit of monkey meat while training in Panama. It tasted like beef, but it was stringy and tough, and it could have been that way for any number of reasons. I've eaten a few frog legs, some bunny, a bit of deer, and I tried some shark once in New York. The shark didn't impress me much. I don't think I've eaten anything else that could be considered exotic. However in the military I've eaten in a number of third world countries and it's a bit hard to completely rule it out. Besides exotic when it comes to meat means it's not typically the norm by most. However for example in Korea they used to eat dog. Meat really is just meat after all. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

23 July 2014, 02:43 AM	#8
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	I had Shark and Squid in Cyprus they are probably the most exotic I have eaten. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

23 July 2014, 07:49 AM	#25
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	Exotic meat isn't so exotic in other areas.. Living in Alaska for a decade; Moose, Bear, and Reindeer (caribou) were pretty common fare. Being raised out West; Rattlesnake, Elk, and Bison are pretty regular as is Deer and Rabbit. Down South I've had Squirrel and Alligator. but nothing beats a good old fashioned rib-eye.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

23 July 2014, 08:11 AM	#26
AzPaul 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: Tucson, Az Watch: Rolex 1501 Posts: 13,899	From the Simpsons . . . . Lisa: I’m going to become a vegetarian. Homer: Does that mean you’re never going to eat pork chops again? Lisa: Yes. Homer: Bacon? Lisa: Yes Dad. Homer: Ham? Lisa: Dad all those meats come from the same animal. Homer: Right Lisa, some wonderful, magical animal! __________________ Ain't much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender

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23 July 2014, 01:41 AM	#1
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	I ate meat in some pretty dodgy restaurants, both foreign and domestic. Does that count?!?!?!

23 July 2014, 02:07 AM	#4
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Vegetarian here. IBTL.

23 July 2014, 02:10 AM	#5
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Reminds me of the cannibal that came home late for dinner and got the cold shoulder.

23 July 2014, 03:49 PM	#6
adamlea "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Great Plains Watch: Exp II 216570 Blk Posts: 1,190	I think that if people had to butcher their own animals, they'd eat a lot more fruits and vegetables. For now, i still eat beef, pork, and chicken - but I'm deeply troubled by commercial livestock farming practices. And increasingly, I buy only organic and free range meats. Just because an animal is raised for consumption doesn't mean it's ok to abuse them.

23 July 2014, 02:54 AM	#9
chieftd "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Tim Location: Kapolei Hawaii Watch: Blue Sub, YM16623 Posts: 1,369	Once while visiting Alaska I had Black Bear that was slow cooked like a pot roast with potatoes and carrots. It was great and I didn't know what it was until I was done. I'm good for a hamburger anytime, but not much of a steak fan.

23 July 2014, 03:37 AM	#10
Demosthene "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Perth Australia Posts: 1,326	Shark is exotic? It's pretty much the staple in every fish and chip shop around here. Squids pretty normal as well. Zebra, Warthog, Wildebeest, African Buffalo, Kudu, Red Deer, Kangaroo, Emu, Ostrich, Crocodile, Crickets, Rabbit, Shark, Sea Urchin. Probably some Ive forgotten.

23 July 2014, 04:03 AM	#14
powerfunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston, MA Watch: 1530 Posts: 3,799	Alligator is delicious. So are fried bull testicles.

23 July 2014, 07:13 AM	#19
Rootbeer "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: USA Watch: Milgauss GV Posts: 534	Haven't eaten meat for 25yrs or more but have no moral objection in general to people eating whatever strange food they like. Of course endangered animals is a no no. Strangest things eaten in front of me is balot / balut in the Philippines. I guess that would count as meat to most.

23 July 2014, 07:33 AM	#24
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194	By accident, had dog (kay-goggi) and fried monkey brains (forgot the name), but I got sick once the cook at the festival told me what I ate.

23 July 2014, 08:24 AM	#27
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Weirdest thing I've eaten were some small live Japanese fish that you had to drown in vinegar before eating.

23 July 2014, 09:27 AM	#29
bungcarlo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Erwin Location: usa Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 685	There's a japanese restaurant nearby where they serve "fugu" fish. Always tempted to try but I heard it has to be a pro chef to prep this dish or else.... RIP.

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