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"The Many Taste Grooves of the Chang Family" by Allison King
Nov 7, 2023
Siblings use a remote mouth device to trigger their father's memories through taste. A mishap with brown liquid causes laughter. The power of taste and memories is explored. Memories of food with their grandfather are recalled. A chaotic incident occurs while using new devices. Flavors can evoke nostalgic childhood memories.
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Quick takeaways
- Exploring the use of a remote mouth device to trigger tastes can evoke memories and emotions associated with food, helping individuals with dementia connect to their past.
- Specific food memories have the power to evoke feelings of home, family, and love, highlighting the importance of taste in our lives.
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The Family's Quest for the Remote Mouth
The Chang family, dealing with their father's dementia, explore the use of a remote mouth device that recreates tastes based on memories. Ba, the father, is enthusiastic about the device and wants to trigger the taste of chump sui from a restaurant called Silk and Spice that holds sentimental value for him.
