This is a story in two parts about snails and me.
We often began our meals with snails, a wonderful first course when combined with a lot of garlic in a delicious sauce.
The restaurant was popular with artists, writers, theater and film people.
And I was there with my friends, 17, 18 years old and that's where I learned that snails are a true delicacy.
I'm sure we were all trying to act very grown up.
Even though I really enjoyed the snails, I've never eaten one since.
Now I wonder if anyone eats snails in America. I have a very difficult time making my American friends try Swedish herring.
Snails are in a different category of difficulty, way more difficult to get used to than a harmless herring in a wonderful mustard or wine sauce.
Born in France, living in NYC, yes, such a person would probably enjoy a first course of snail.
I think that people living in small communities are naturally more conservative in their food choices.
ReplyDeleteNo, I have never eaten snails , I tend to stick to my favorite foods. Take care, have a great day!
ReplyDeletein 1989 I ate 1 snail, 1 bite of alligator tail. both cooked like you mention here. in a buttery sauce. I did eat it, but did not love or hate it and never ate it again. I would not eat the herring. bob loves sardine, they gag me and herring is about the same as sardine. now if you want me to taste any kind of bread or fruit i am your person. the reason i remember the date is the RE agent that sold us our house took us out to the fancy resturant and wanted us to try the appetizers. he then took us for ice cream that cost 13 dollars for 3 ice cream dishes. scandalous back then
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ReplyDeleteI'm a natural vegetarian... Mum insisted on me at least taking chicken or fish when I was at school... But easily dropped them once out on my own. YAM xx
I love herring, particularly just in vinegar. But then I grew up on rollmop. My mom, North of England, near the North Sea and herring fleets, used to buy them fresh from the sea and prepare them.
ReplyDeleteThe snails in restaurants are special large ones, and in France as a student I couldn't afford them -- high end items!
Nope, I battle with snails and slugs eating my garden. I have no interest in eating them.
ReplyDeleteI have never tried snails, and think I might throw up if I did!! Thank you so much for your comments and kind words!! I hope you are doing well. Drop me a line sometimes and let me know how you have been doing. Give Faith a scratch for me!
ReplyDeleteA very interesting topic today. I've never eaten snails, octopus or squids. I know the gourmet type snails are large and not the garden variety, but they are still snails.I guess, it's no worse than eating bugs and grubs. lol...They don't look appetizing to me but then, I love lobster, shrimps, snow crabs and fish. I had lots of big snails in the gardens and yard last summer. They loved eating my clematis and Hostas.
ReplyDeleteI never say never, I may someday have the occasion to try them.
Hugs, Julia
I love herring and eat it in all its varieties. I've never eaten snails or shrimps.
ReplyDelete"We often began our meals with snails"
ReplyDeleteI am screaming. 😂
I have had snails, but I have eaten froglegs! I live in the American South.
I meant to say I have not had snails.
DeleteI have never eaten snails ... or frogs legs!
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
No, I've never eaten a snail and it is not something I would eat. :)
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