Top 5 Weird Foods to Try in Davao City
Locals and tourists agree that a trip to Davao City isn't complete without trying durian, a huge, spiky tropical fruit with a hard outer shell, a pungent smell, and an exotic flavor. But, as many people were unaware, Davao City has much more to offer than its famous durian. The bustling city offers a diverse assortment of fruits and cuisines that are distinct from those found in other parts of the Philippines. When it comes to food, Davao City can compete with other towns and provinces in the country's distinctive and distinct local specialties and foods. The city has a wide range of food options that will pique your interest and fulfill your cravings.
These five odd and unique foods in Davao City are a must-try, whether you are a food adventurer or not.
Disclaimer: The top five weird foods published here were gathered from various sources on the internet, including welovedavao Blog and ZenRooms Blogs.
1. Durian Coffee
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Durian is abundant in Davao City, which is why its prices are comparably much cheaper than anywhere in the Philippines. Because of the city’s abundancy in durian, they made different products out of it, such as durian candies, tarts, yema (custard candy), ice cream, pie, etc. According to tourists, the city's most bizarre product is durian coffee. An unusual blend of strong coffee and sweet durian chunks goes into this coffee. The pungent smell of durian is hidden by the rich aroma of coffee.
2. Charcoal Ice cream
Many of us have eaten many types of ice cream that we are familiar with, but others of us have never had or heard of charcoal-flavored ice cream. Unbeknownst to visitors, charcoal flavored ice cream is popular in Davao City. Its appearance may be unappealing due to its color, but medical experts say it has numerous benefits, including the treatment of food poisoning and drug overdose. Charcoal is a substance formed of coal, wood, or other materials that aids in the elimination of toxins from the body. If you're anxious about the taste, it's not as bitter as you may imagine because it's delicious and tastes like regular ice cream, according to the travelers who tried it.
Mangosteen fruits are also bountiful in Davao City. Mangosteen is well-known for treating diarrhea, urinary tract infections (UTIs), tuberculosis, cancer, and other ailments. In Davao City, little did travelers know that aside from products made of durian, there are also products made of mangosteen, such as candies, coffee, and the unique one, mangosteen wine. Mangosteen wine, like grape wine, is fermented for several months before being drunk. According to the consumers of mangosteen wine, it tastes like white grape wine.
4. Shrimp Salad with Pomelo
Pomelo is also abundant in Davao City. No wonder locals made products out of pomelo fruit and innovate in into dishes. Pomelo in the city is best when it mixed in salads like the shrimp salad because of its sweet and citrusy pulp. Shrimp salad with pomelo can be served as a side dish or a light meal.
5. Roasted Crocodile
Roasted crocodile, also known as lechon buwaya, is unique among Philippine meats. Davao City residents prepare crocodile meat in a variety of ways, including sisig, crocodile steak, crocodile kare-kare, and more. Dishes made of crocodile meat are common in Davao City. If you are an exotic food enthusiast, roasted crocodile is a must-add to your bucket list. If you like exotic cuisine, roasted crocodile should be on your bucket list. A common traveler can also have a roasted crocodile, which is roasted like a pig and, according to consumers, tastes like a tasty fish, pig, or chicken.
Above all the listed top five weird foods to try in Davao City, what food would you like to try to taste first? Let us know by leaving a comment below.
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