The function of the press in society is to inform, but its role in society is to make money.
A. J. LieblingRead
The primary requisite for writing well about food is a good appetite. Without this, it is impossible to accumulate, within the allotted span, enough experience of eating to have anything worth setting down.
Interpretation
What this quote means
To write well about food, one must have a genuine love and appreciation for it.
A. J. Liebling emphasizes that a true passion for food is essential for anyone who aspires to write meaningfully about it. Without a strong appetite and the dedicated experience that comes from enjoying meals, a writer cannot develop the depth or insight necessary to convey the richness of culinary experiences effectively.
Themes
FoodWritingAppetiteExperienceArt
In practice
Example use cases
During a cooking class, to inspire students: 'Remember, the primary requisite for writing well about food is a good appetite.'
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