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“It is impossible to think of any good meal, no matter how plain or elegant, without soup or bread in it”

Quote by M. F. K. Fisher

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M. F. K. Fisher

M. F. K. Fisher, an American renowned food writer, was born on July 3, 1908, and passed away on June 22, 1992. Her works are known for their deep exploration of the relationship between food and human emotions, culture, and society. more

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