The atrocious roads and the poor security mean that Virunga remains something of an acquired taste - most tourists are either adventurous backpackers tempted briefly over the border from Rwanda, or the very wealthy who come in by helicopter or private plane.

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The most important thing to know is that scallops should be seared very briefly they will still be slightly translucent inside to preserve their delicate taste and plump tenderness.

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