New York City epicures are devouring a “special” Ecuadorian delicacy, guinea pigs — better known stateside as a potential pet for kids — and hailing them as a “very delicious” feast.

Some parents say that AltSchool, which charges $27,000 for tuition, uses students as "guinea pigs" for testing new ... "We were told, 'No big deal — kids learn differently,'" Kieu said.