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Next is the pão de queijo from Brazil, a beloved baked cheese roll that captivates the judges with its doughy nature, prompting distant memories and joyful bites. Scores climb as both judges revel in its flavor and tactile delight.
In a fierce finale to the cheese round, deep-fried cheese curds from the U.S. are introduced, and predictably, they garner high praise and enjoy a competitive spirit amongst the judges, keeping the scores nearly neck and neck.
Round Two: Innovative Wieners
The hot dog category delivers a unique selection, commencing with tunnbrödsrullen from Sweden. Its toppings – mashed potatoes, shrimp salad, and fried onions wrapped in flatbread – delight and perplex the judges, who respond enthusiastically to its unexpected flavors.