DURIAN.

DURIAN. Durian is a controversial Indonesian fruit.This wikipedia article says that: “The smell evokes reactions from deep appreciation to intense disgust and has been described variously as almonds, rotten onions, turpentine and gym socks. The odour has led to the fruit’s banishment from certain hotels and public transportation in southeast Asia.” The article contains quotes that are even more graphic descriptions of the smell. Annalisa and I have tried durian ice cream, which was offered to us by my niece Molly Lazar. It was delicious, and we understood why people are so enthusiastic about the flavor. On the other hand, we may not have had the full durian experience, which apparently involves more than ice cream.