At the end of the Indonesian feast, there was an apple galette (by yours truly) but also a durian fruit to sample. I tried it and it was not bad. I have to say that I was disappointed at how unadventurous the rest of the group was -- refusing to even come within breathing distance of the prickly fruit. Why?...the edible flesh within emits the distinctive odour, which is regarded as either fragrant or overpowering and offensive...
In many SE Asian countries, it is illegal to bring them on public transit, hotel rooms, or in rental cars. Even so, I still say try one if you ever get the chance....
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