Once you actually taste and smell a ripe durian, the Southeast Asian fruit best known for its penetrating odor, you will understand what all the fuss is about—and why it’s banned from some public ...

The durian, a spiky fruit that grows across Southeast Asia, has a polarizing reputation for its pungent odor and strong taste ...

In a word, a durian tastes divine, says Lieu, noting that its creamy, custardy pulp has a unique hold on devotees. "Durian is honestly such an experience!" she says. "Once you're a fan of durian, ...

A Chinese pizzeria in a Flushing food court is selling pizza topped with durian, a fruit so pungent it’s banned on transit in some Southeast Asian cities.

The durian is a beloved delicacy in Malaysia, Singapore, and other parts of Southeast Asia. Its taste and smell, however, take some getting used to. The creamy fruit is notoriously potent—in ...

Durian fruit is a tropical fruit known for its unusual, spiky appearance and strong smell. Durian is also highly nutritious and has several health benefits.

All hail durian, the king of fruit! With a literal crown of thorns, this notorious fruit is famous for its pungent scent, which will either get you loving or hating it. Personally, I love durian, and ...

Find out what the research says about swiss cheese, who should avoid it, and how it may affect your health.

Yellow chunks of durian are baked into the eight-inch pizzas at D.T. Restaurant in Flushing, Queens. Luke Fortney/Eater NY ...

Some say durian reeks of rotting onions, others compare it to dirty socks or gasoline. It’s even banned on public transport in places like Singapore and Malaysia. But if you can get past the ...