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“God has subjected man to six great necessities: birth, action, eating, sleep, reproduction and death.”

Quote by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin

Book:The Physiology of Taste: Or, Meditations on Transcendental Gastronomy

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The Physiology of Taste: Or, Meditations on Transcendental Gastronomy

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Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin

Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin was a French writer and politician recognized for his contributions to the field of gastronomy. Born on April 1, 1755, he was a significant figure in the culinary world during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His seminal work, 'The Physiology of Taste', is regarded as a cornerstone in the study of food and flavor. Brillat-Savarin passed away on February 2, 1826. more

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