Renowned journalist Larry Madowo recently piqued curiosity and turned heads with his latest culinary escapade.
The journalist indulged in boiled snails on the bustling streets of Morocco.
In a video shared on social media, the CNN Africa correspondent showcased his fearless approach to trying diverse and sometimes unconventional foods.
The captivating footage captured Larry Madowo skillfully using a toothpick to extract the meat from the boiled snail shells.
Unabashedly savouring the unique delicacy.
Captioning the post, he declared, “I ate snails in Morocco. They were tastier than I expected!”
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Responding to netizens’ concerns about consuming taboo foods, Madowo expressed his open-mindedness, stating,
“There’s nothing I won’t eat.
Would you try some boiled snails? Snails are a delicacy in many parts of Africa. Don’t sleep on them.”
His adventurous spirit and willingness to embrace diverse cuisines shed light on the rich tapestry of culinary traditions across the continent.
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Eating weird things
Similarly, in 2019, he shared a video of himself enjoying roasted mice purchased from a roadside vendor in Malawi.
Confidently asserting that mice taste just like chicken, he demystified cultural taboos associated with unconventional protein sources, writing,
“I ate a mouse for the first time, and it was, well, amazing! Mice (not rats!) are a delicacy among the Chewa of central Malawi.
I will eat anything, and I had to try these. They’re eaten whole with the skin and everything. Tastes just like chicken.”
While some applaud his open-mindedness and willingness to explore different cuisines.
Others find his choices unconventional and raise questions about cultural sensitivity.
Regardless, Madowo continues to be a trailblazer in the world of journalism and a fearless explorer of culinary delights.
