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“This is the first real food I've had since the patisserie trolley at the Bordeaux airport," Shannon said. She took a bite, and an expression of rapture came over her face. "They'll probably close the borders of France to me for saying this, but I've never had a better quiche lorraine." Tess's…” quote by Susan Wiggs
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““This is the first real food I've had since the patisserie trolley at the Bordeaux airport," Shannon said. She took a bite, and an expression of rapture came over her face. "They'll probably close the borders of France to me for saying this, but I've never had a better quiche lorraine." Tess's mother possessed a combination of Irish charm and whimsy and American directness. According to Tess, these traits had served her well in her profession and maybe in her social life. As a mother, perhaps not so much, judging by what Tess had said. With her auburn hair and English tea rose complexion, Shannon didn't really look like anyone's mother.””

Susan Wiggs

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Source Novel: The Quiche Affair, Susan Wiggs, 2019

A vivid food experience triggers nostalgia and cultural identity, while family traits influence perception.

In simple terms: Food can evoke deep personal and cultural memories.

Key Takeaway

Savor moments that connect you to heritage.

Themes

food memory identity

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

literary descriptive

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • family gatherings
  • culinary exploration

Key Concepts

cultural studies psychology of taste

Questions to Reflect On

  • What foods connect you to your roots?
  • How do family traits shape your preferences?
A Different Perspective

Personal taste is subjective; not everyone shares the same emotional response.

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