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In a lot of ways I think food is starting to take the place in culture that rock and roll took 30 years ago, in that eating has become incredibly political. And just as the street has always dictated fashions on music and other things, it’s starting to happen that way in food.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that food has become a central aspect of cultural identity and political expression, much like rock and roll was in the past.
Jonathan Gold's quote highlights how food has evolved into a significant cultural force, akin to the influence that rock and roll had three decades ago. It asserts that just as music trends were once dictated by the street, food is now becoming a reflection of societal values and political attitudes, suggesting a shift in how we perceive and engage with food as part of our identity and culture.
Themes
FoodCulturePoliticsIdentityRock And Roll
In practice
Example use cases
During a food festival, this quote can be used to emphasize the cultural significance of culinary arts.
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