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“Food made by hand is an act of defiance and runs contrary to everything in our modernity. Find it; eat it; it will go. It has been around for millennia. Now it is evanescent, like a season.”

Quote by Bill Buford

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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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