(ok...so they weren't finnish)

Just to give you a flavor of the "norm" around here (except for, apparently, Andrew :-)

Yes Phila has Pepperpot which is tripe based (and good if done well). I also, from living and working on your side of the pond, became quite a fan of sweetbreads and pate made from various and sundry animal parts.

I'm just telling you that the "gag me out" response shown by our nerd friend is NOT uncommon.