Sep 06 2008
Who am I and why should you care?
I have worked in the food industry for over 20 years and love it still! I Have some great personal stories, as well as good solid advice! I am approachable and will not mince words! You can learn something from me. I also can learn something from you! Lets chat!! I want this blog to be a sounding board for those of us interested in food as something other than pure fuel. I want to bring the emotional side of eating into the mix. Why do certain foods give us a “warm fuzzy” feeling while others “repulse” us! I can tell you It goes much deeper than you think! I believe there is no food we don’t like “flavor wise” we may not like the texture or the memory it provokes! However a flavor (in itself) is not enough to cause this deep and undeniable reaction. I say with some confidence, knowing how the body works as far as flavor is concerned. Smells are what give us the most memories, and smells are also a huge part of our ability to taste. Scent is more involved in our dislikes in food than actual taste is. this is just one of the facts I want to discuss in this blog.
Thanks,
James
Stumble It!
Jimmy,.. Wow, it has been a long time and I have always wondered how you were. I am glad to hear you are doing something you feel passionately about. Food! Thats great! I have just returned from a month long trip to Europe with my family and we enjoyed Italian, French, German and Swiss cuisine. The cheese alone is incredible! But the wine and beer is a close second…not to mention the bread! I am so excited for you for your move to Croatia…I have heard good things about it. If you ever want a visitor you know…I would love to see you again! You were one of my best friends and we lost touch and track of each other. I am on facebook……..under,beth tockey williams…look me up. So very glad to hear from you!!!!!!!
Beth