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Michelin-starred restaurant owner in South Korea faces jail over ant dessert
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Officials say the restaurant in South Korea used some 49,000 ants in various dishes over four
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Michelin-starred restaurant owner in South Korea faces jail over ant dessert
Officials say the restaurant in South Korea used some 49,000 ants in various dishes over four years.
Ant garnish on dessert? Michelin-star restaurant owner faces jail
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Michelin-Starred Restaurateur Faces Jail for Using Ants as Garnish
A Michelin-starred restaurateur in South Korea faces jail for using ants as a garnish in various dishes, including ant-topped sorbet. The restaurant used around 49,000 ants over four years, despite ants not being approved for human consumption under the country's laws. Prosecutors sought a one-year jail term for the owner of the restaurant, which was accused of violating food safety regulations. The use of ants as a garnish has sparked controversy in South Korea, with many people expressing concern over the potential health risks associated with consuming insects. The case highlights the need for stricter regulations on food safety in the country.
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