If you’re ever wandering the bustling streets of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, you might come across something that might make you pause: “Happy Pizza.” Is it just a quirky name, or is there something more to it? Well, it’s exactly what it sounds like—a pizza with a twist, but not the kind you’re likely accustomed to.
Happy Pizza, Cambodia’s Bizarre, High-spirited Delight
Happy Pizza is a locally popular dish in Cambodia that takes traditional pizza and infuses it with cannabis. Yes, you read that correctly: cannabis. It’s a bold culinary move, designed to offer not just a hearty meal but also a psychedelic experience. The pizza is topped with cannabis-infused ingredients, enough to produce psychoactive effects when consumed, thanks to the presence of THC.
For many visitors to Cambodia, especially those seeking an unusual or adventurous dining experience, Happy Pizza offers a chance to relax and perhaps laugh a little harder during their vacation. The cannabis isn’t just confined to pizzas—many establishments around Phnom Penh offer cannabis-laced soups, pancakes, and even other dishes to cater to the curious or the cannabis enthusiast.
The appeal of happy pizza isn’t just its quirky ingredients; it also comes with the promise of a mellow, relaxed vibe. Imagine sitting at one of Phnom Penh’s riverside restaurants, surrounded by signs advertising the unique dish, with a menu offering a slice (or more) of this intriguing treat.
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Would You Dare To Try It?
The pizzas typically cost between $7 and $10, which is quite reasonable for the size and unique ingredients. However, newcomers are advised to approach with caution. The strength of the cannabis can vary significantly from one place to another.
Despite the widespread availability of this curious dish, it’s important to note that cannabis is not actually legal in Cambodia. While the plant has been historically used for medicinal and culinary purposes, its recreational use is illegal.
Interestingly, the Cambodian “happy pizza” has made its way beyond the country’s borders, inspiring variations like the “Crazy Happy Pizza” in Thailand. This dish, though it may include cannabis, doesn’t pack as potent a punch as its Cambodian counterpart.
If you’re looking for a fun, unusual, and perhaps a little indulgent adventure, then happy pizza could be an unforgettable treat. However, it’s essential to go in with the right mindset—this is not just a culinary experiment but also an encounter with the plant’s psychoactive effects.
What happens in Cambodia’s pizza parlours may stay in Cambodia, but the experience might just stay with you a little longer!
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