Esquire’s “Eat Like a Man” blog features John Mariani confidently contending that cooking is a craft, never an art. Thus, imagination and creativity go into
Category: Philosophy of Food and Wine
Spices, the Meaning of Life, and Calvinism (all in one post)
Most cuisines can be identified by the characteristic flavors they use to enhance their dishes: Chili peppers, tomato, and lime in Mexico; soy sauce, rice
Pairing Principles: At Last Some Empirical Confirmation
I’ve been intrigued by the question of whether there are principles that explain why certain flavors work well together while others don’t. Is it just
Tasteless Philosophy
Despite being preoccupied with analyzing sensory experience, philosophers have ignored taste, smell, and touch, focusing instead on vision (and to a degree sound) as the
A Debate About Wine as Art
Tom Wark at Fermentation initiated an interesting discussion today about wine considered as an art. He is skeptical: I’m often inclined to wince at these
The Symbolism of Syrup
Have you ever wondered why the most expensive Grade A maple syrup is thin and bland while the good, intensely flavored syrup is labeled Grade
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