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“Judging foods without regard to price is a rich mans game, and yet poor people can be gourmets able to discern a good potato from a bad one.”

Quote by Mark Kurlansky

Book:Choice Cuts

Work

This book compiles a selection of short stories, each offering unique perspectives and narratives, contributing to a diverse and engaging reading experience. more

Author

Mark Kurlansky is an American journalist, writer, and editor known for his extensive research on food, history, and culture. He has authored several books, including 'The Fish: The History of Humanity in the Age of the Fish', which won the Pulitzer Prize. more

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