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Durian 📍Southeast Asia Learn more: tasteatlas.com/durian No food divides the culinary world quite like the durian. Crowned the King of Fruits across Southeast Asia, its reputation always precedes it due to its notoriously pungent aroma. The scent is so famously overpowering that the fruit is actually banned from hotels, planes, and public transportation throughout the region. But if you can get past the intimidating smell, you unlock one of the most unique gastronomic experiences on Earth. Beneath that weapon like spiky armor lies a vibrant golden flesh with a texture so velvety and rich it feels exactly like a gourmet custard. The flavor profile is a mind bending masterpiece, combining notes of sweet almonds, heavy cream, and subtle savory undertones. It is a true sensory roller coaster that leaves no room for middle ground, you either absolutely worship it or completely avoid it. Video: @duriangungun in Indonesia