Aroma Quote by Michael Pollan
“A French poet famously referred to the aroma of certain cheeses as the ‘pieds de Dieu’—the feet of god. Just to be clear: foot odor of a particularly exalted quality, but still—foot odor.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Omnivore's Dilemma, Michael Pollan, 2006
Describing cheese aroma as divine highlights how sensory pleasures can be both lofty and earthy.
In simple terms: Cheese smell is humorously called divine.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate the humor in sensory descriptions.
Themes
food
humor
culture
Mood
playful
curious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- gourmet tasting
- food writing
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
sensory perception
culinary language
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we elevate simple foods?
- How does language shape taste perception?
A Different Perspective
Humor may downplay serious culinary traditions.
