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Fear Factor Food: Philadelphia

If you're one for always trying something new, we have a dare for you: try dining on dishes that make those with less pluck say yuck. While we don't support acting all grossed out by foods consumed by other ethnicities or individuals (unless we're talking about, say, cannibalism), we do acknowledge that certain foods (such as duck hearts at Zahav, left) are considered, um, a little … icky by mainstream America. But what better way to bridge cultures and expand your mind than trying out a food that forces you out of your comfort zone. After all, taking a cab to Center City is a lot cheaper than taking a plane to a foreign land and can prove to be equally delicious. (Photo by Tara Nurin)

5 to Try: St. Germain Elderflower

With all the recent buzz that local Philadelphia restaurants are spreading about fresh ingredients, supporting farmers and working in tandem with nature, it's no surprise that the hottest new liquor to be poured around town comes from a flower. The spirit is called St. Germain Elderflower and it's distilled from flora that grows in the Alps. While the flower's obviously been around for awhile, the French St. Germain company is the first to figure out how to profit off it in a way that will get people buzzed. It tastes tart, floral and sweet, and at just 40 proof and made in small batches, it's a favorite for bartenders who like to tout their artisanal drink-mixing cred.

International Cuisine: Philadelphia

Even as the world shrinks, food and dining options continue to grow. Happily for Philadelphians, there’s at least one dining outpost of almost any country you can find on a map.