Artichokes Quote by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin
“In the centre of a spacious table rose a pastry as large as a church, flanked on the north by a quarter of cold veal, on the south by an enormous ham, on the east by a monumental pile of butter, and on the west by an enormous dish of artichokes, with a hot sauce.”
About This Quote
An extravagant banquet description uses hyperbole to illustrate excess and the sensory overload of indulgence.
In simple terms: Over‑the‑top feast description.
Key Takeaway
Beware of overindulgence.
Themes
food
luxury
excess
Mood
playful
critical
Type
descriptive
humorous
When to use this quote
- cooking shows
- food writing
- menu design
Key Concepts
sensory detail
hyperbole
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this feast symbolize?
- When does abundance become waste?
A Different Perspective
Such excess can be unsustainable.
