Guinea pigs are a common part of Peruvian diet.

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    14 hours ago

    Yeah, it’s the idea. One restaurant had them in cages around the side of the building. They were undoubtedly fresh, but I couldn’t order it after seeing them.

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      Oh I view them as adorable pets too and know how that would be a bit difficult sight. I just make an effort to try the local dishes whenever traveling.

      Except bugs. I really do not fuck with bugs lol.

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      Ah, childhood memories. When we went to this one relatives house, I never understood why my parents never let us play with the rabbits.

      …. After I grew up, I had to wonder what that funny tasting “chicken” really was. Adult Me wants to know