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Eight Forbidden Delicacies

Foie gras is back on Chicago menus after a two-year ban, but it's not the only traditional delicacy that's been restricted or deemed socially unpalatable. Maggot cheese, anyone?

 
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Photos: Eight Forbidden Delicacies

Controversial dishes from the gross to the gourmet

 
By Alicia Coffman | Newsweek Web Exclusive
May 17, 2008 | Updated: 9:20  a.m. ET May 17, 2008
 

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