On Tuesday, August 25, Salvadoran pupusas entered the round of 16 in the online "Mundial de Comidas 2026" food tournament organized by internet personality Ibai Llanos, facing off against Venezuelan cuisine. The digital contest sparked widespread online mobilization and engagement from users defending their national dishes.
The viral culinary duel brought international attention to Salvadoran gastronomy as supporters rallied digitally behind the pupusa to advance El Salvador's position in the tournament bracket.
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