25 Foods Banned Around The World

3. Kebabs – Italy

Yes, you read that right. In 2009, the city of Lucca in Italy decided to ban kebabs and other ethnic fast foods to preserve Italian culinary traditions. The ban was part of an effort to maintain the cultural identity of the town, but it sparked debates about xenophobia and integration of immigrant communities. So, if you’re in Lucca and craving a kebab, you’ll need to look elsewhere.