I Can BE Cheezeburger! LOL. I love kitties, with a nice chianti and some fava beans. Every September, people from all around Peru flock to La Quebrada to have a festival in honor of Saint Efigenia. (Saint EffinWho?) During the festival, a small group of people celebrate by demonstrating their culinary cat cooking. When asked why cats? a spokesperson said, because they aren't kitties anymore. The African descendants ate cat to survive.
One participant, Roberto, noted, “I think it's great that people have made the effort to dance, sing, eat a little cat.â€
What's Driving This Trend
- Cultural Taboo Foods
- Exploring unusual food choices and cultural practices that challenge societal norms.
- Ethnic Food Festivals
- Celebrating diverse cuisines through festivals and events that showcase unique culinary traditions.
- Sustainable Food Alternatives
- Promoting the exploration of alternative protein sources and more environmentally friendly food options.
Who This Affects Most
- Food and Beverage
- Opportunity to create innovative and inclusive menus that cater to diverse tastes and cultural experiences.
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Developing niche tourism offerings centered around unique food festivals and cultural experiences.
- Food Technology
- Investing in research and development to create sustainable and ethical food alternatives.
