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Exploring Flavor: Terroir, Taste, and Techniques
This chapter delves into how terroir influences flavor, explaining how identical plants grown in different environments can develop distinct tastes. It also discusses the impact of surroundings on the chemical composition of organisms, leading to variations in taste. The conversation explores the role of smell, context, and cooking techniques in shaping our eating experiences, contrasting traditional high-heat cooking with sous vide for flavor retention.