We had some ants in our pants, so we took a trip to Athens and got some on our plates. AJC food editor Ligaya Figueras tried crickets, ants, scorpions and other bugs as part of The Buzz: An Evening of Insect Cuisine prepared by  at this year's Eating Insects Athens conference, which runs through Aug. 15 at University of Georgia.

Watch the video above to find out how the chef for Brooklyn Bugs incorporates creepy crawlies into gourmet dishes.

Food made with insects at the Eating Insects Athens conference.
icon to expand image

Featured

The city of Brookhaven's mayor and City Council last week decided to remove the colored panes of glass from the dome of Brookhaven's new City Centre after residents objected to the brightness of the colors, seen here Friday, June 27, 2025. (Reed Williams/AJC)

Credit: Reed Williams/AJC