Say hi to ‘fricy’, the hot and fruity new trend to make your tongue tingle
The article introduces 'fricy', a new culinary trend that combines fruity and spicy flavors. This trend is gaining popularity on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, showcasing various recipes and taste tests. It emphasizes the versatility of fruit-spice combinations in both sweet and savory dishes.
- ▪The 'fricy' trend follows the previous 'swicy' trend, focusing on the combination of fruit and spice.
- ▪Social media is filled with recipes and taste tests for spicy fruit dishes, such as Thai spicy fruit salad and Mexican chamoy-doused watermelon.
- ▪Spice specialist Ian Hemphill highlights that fruity-spicy combinations can include a variety of spices beyond just chili.
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