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Table Talk: Alexander Collier
Jan 16, 2024
Alexandra Collier, Melbourne-based writer, discusses her experience with IVF, the theatricality of restaurants, and the importance of community in raising a child. They also touch on their earliest memories of food, their career in writing, and their favorite comfort foods.
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- Restaurants are inherently theatrical places, providing a platform for storytelling and performance.
- Being a single parent requires a strong sense of community support and the occasional luxury of having someone else cook for you.
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Memories of Childhood Food
Alexandra Collier reminisces about her childhood food memories, including enjoying lowbrow favorites like pasta with cheddar cheese and ketchup. She also recalls the Mediterranean influence in her family's Saturday lunches, filled with mezzay type foods and Greek flavors.
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