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“Peas baffled me. I could not understand why grown-ups would take things that tasted so good raw, and then put them in tins, and make them revolting.” quote by Neil Gaiman
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“Peas baffled me. I could not understand why grown-ups would take things that tasted so good raw, and then put them in tins, and make them revolting.”

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Guardian, 2014

Adults often reject raw foods they once loved, preferring processed versions that can be unappealing.

In simple terms: Taste preferences change with age.

Key Takeaway

Explore new food experiences.

Themes

culture food nostalgia

Mood

playful thoughtful

Type

advice psychology

When to use this quote

  • cooking
  • nutrition
  • marketing
  • cultural studies

Key Concepts

food psychology taste perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we favor processed over fresh?
  • How can you re‑introduce raw foods?
A Different Perspective

Processed foods dominate market despite taste.

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