“A white truffle, which elsewhere might sell for hundreds of dollars, seemed easier to come by than something fresh and green. What could be got from the woods was free and amounted to a diurnal dining diary that everyone kept in their heads. May was wild asparagus, arugula, and artichokes. June was wild lettuce and stinging nettles. July was cherries and wild strawberries. August was forest berries. September was porcini.”
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Bill Buford
Bill Buford, born in 1954, is a renowned American author whose works span various fields, including food, literature, and travel. He is known for his profound insights into food and culture, and his books have received widespread acclaim for their in-depth research and vivid storytelling. more
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Source: John Betjeman's collected poems