A quote by Antonio Carluccio from the BBC show, "Two Greedy Italians"
I was told of this show by a good friend, and have since watched a few episodes. For anybody who hasn't been to Italy, I think this is a wonderful show that really gives a sense of Italian society and culture as it is today, and why the society has evolved in such ways.
Not to mention, it is extremely entertaining! You won't ever witness a more lovable pair, who KNOW their food.
It is hosted by the aforementioned Antonio Carluccio and Gennaro Contaldo (Italian chefs, and restauranteurs based in London). So much of what they see in their travels is so honest and straightforward; I couldn't help but feel like I was along for the ride. If only I could actually taste everything!
Their observations on food, life, and the essence of human nature are surprisingly poignant, and I found, can be carried over to so many other culinary traditions around the world. It really goes to show what a truly universal language food is.
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This is one of the few statements I've ever heard spoken, that in my experience, happens to be completely true. What a better representation of someone's love or appreciation than a batch of homemade cookies. Or perhaps some warm, slow-cooked chicken soup, served to an ailing loved one. Or some freshly-baked bread. There is a reason we (I) opt for self-made nourishment sometimes over canned, wrapped or frozen meals. It is because the warmth and energy put into making a special dish is somehow (at least I hope) transmitted to others.
There is a certain mysticism or magic surrounding the intrinsically human (well, at least ever since the early homo erectus) habit and need to combine ingredients and to control heat in order to create something completely different and delicious for our taste buds. Our efforts, though sometimes small, to prepare meals should never go unnoticed. They are little acts of kindness and love.
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