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Horse penis and testicles with a chilli dip

Situated in an elegantly restored house beside Beijing's West Lake, Guo-li-zhuang is China's first speciality penis restaurant.

Here, customers can sample the organs of yaks, donkeys, oxen and even seals. In fact, they have to, since they form part of every dish - except for those containing testicles.

In China, you are what you eat, and nutritionist Zhu Yan said the clients were mainly men eager to improve their yang, or virility. Women could benefit, too, she added, although "I wouldn't recommend the testicles. The testosterone might interfere in fertility. But many women say bian is good for the skin."

Beginners are recommended to try the hotpot, which offers a sampling of what the restaurant has to offer - six types of penis, and four of testicle, boiled in chicken stock by the waitress.

As for the supposed health benefits, Mr Liu, the most regular customer, was uncertain but hopeful. "I can't say I've noticed any difference yet," he said. "But it's a long-term thing."

Full details. (via Shangaiist)

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