High Texture Complexity Food Map
For adventurous eaters, sensory seekers, or people who enjoy surprise.
Examples:
- loaded nachos
- salads with many toppings
- soups with chunks
- banh mi
- bibimbap
- sushi rolls with multiple fillings
- mezze platters
Additional Notes
Expanded International Safe Food List
For sensory seekers.
Adventure eaters.
People whose nervous systems enjoy:
contrast.
surprise.
layering.
dynamic sensory experiences.
East Asia
- bibimbap
- hot pot
- sushi platters
- poke bowls
- Korean barbecue
- banh mi
- loaded ramen
- dim sum spreads
South Asia
- chaat
- thali platters
- pani puri
- biryani with toppings
- loaded dosas
- mixed curries
Africa
- Ethiopian platters
- suya with onions
- mixed rice plates
- grilled fish feasts
- street food spreads
Middle East + Mediterranean
- mezze feasts
- shawarma wraps with toppings
- loaded falafel plates
- mixed grills
- fattoush salads
- layered pastries
Europe
- charcuterie boards
- seafood paella
- loaded crepes
- tapas
- smørrebrød open sandwiches
- moussaka
Latin America
- loaded nachos
- street tacos with toppings
- ceviche
- loaded arepas
- elote
- mixed grill platters
Caribbean
- jerk platters
- loaded roti wraps
- escovitch fish
- ackee and saltfish
- festival plates with multiple sides
