The idea of “terroir” is controversial. Some think it defines what counts as great wine. Others think it is a myth promulgated by excessively romantic wine
Category: 3 Quarks Daily Column
The Importance of the Philosophy of Food
My monthly column at Three Quarks Daily is up, in which I argue that the Philosophy of Food will save your life.
Geeks Occupy Kitchen: But is it Art?
My monthly column at Three Quarks Daily has been posted where I discuss the current fascination with science in the kitchen. Grading is coming along;
The Value of Art, Food, and Wine
My monthly column at Three Quarks Daily is up. It is about the value of art, not directly about food and wine. But there is
The Problem of Good Taste Solved!
Well not quite. But I’ve made some progress on it. I’ve collected all my recent mutterings about good taste in my monthly column at Three
The Food Haters are Out in Force
The anti-foodie backlash is picking up steam, as people who don’t like to play with their food are throwing tantrums about food sucking up all
