Broadening Horizons

Those of you who know me well know I am an extremely picky eater! You would be surprised to see just how much things have changed since I've been in Chile! In a new country and culture, with a family cooking for you a majority of the time, there are very few choices! When I arrived here, I knew the food would be something to get used to and I told myself I would try everything once, not promising that I would like it! Between the house I live in and my travel, below are a list of foods that I have tried while abroad...hope you have the stomach to read it! There is always the mystery meat...but these are things I was sure about!

Goat
Rabbit
Cow Tongue
Guinea Pig (in Peru it is a delicacy)
Seaweed Salad
Almost raw egg (mixed with rice it's actually really good!)
Raw pumpkin

I definitely came in with an open mind, and although I will probably not attempt to eat any of the above again, at least I can say I tried them!

Food here is not all bad or scary. Fruits and vegetables are so fresh here and extremely cheap! They have several fruits that I had never heard of before coming to Chile, and will definitely miss when I return to the states! They also have some special dishes that are typical to the region. One of those is Chorillana, which can only be eaten sparingly...and especially good shared with friends after a late night out! It is french fries topped with fried egg, grilled onions, sausage and cheese. Probably the best thing I had here!

I don't have very much time left in Chile, am I definitely want to make the most of it! I started physical therapy for my ankle today and it is actually doing a lot better. Although I will miss the friends and experiences I have made here, I can't wait to see everyone back home! Love and miss you all!