Jesse Prinz, at the new blog Aesthetics for Birds, argues that wonder is the primary emotion in our response to art, and the ability to
A Promising New Blog: Aesthetics for Birds
As far as I know, the blogosphere has never had a blog devoted to philosophical aesthetics. Other areas of philosophy are well-represented but not aesthetics,
Do We Live in Different “Taste Worlds”?
Are tastes really subjective? Obviously people have different food preferences. Two people can eat the same food—one will love it, another detest it. According to
Wine Society of San Diego: The Art of Wine
Can wines be works of art? Some wines are beautiful. Some stimulate the imagination. Some are deeply meaningful–their flavors and textures connect us to a
Amuse Bouche
News from the world of food and wine that you might have missed this week. Corporate control destroyed the U.S. craft beer industry in the
Why is Wine Such a Powerful Metaphor?
Wine is not just a beverage; it is a powerful literary metaphor used for centuries to refer to everything from love to blood to prosperity.
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 