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The Allender Center Podcast
The Sensuality of the Table with Lauren Peiser
Dec 22, 2023
Joining us is Lauren Peiser, our resident gastronomist, to discuss the sensuality of food, drink, and company. They explore the joy and nostalgia of the holiday season, the significance of bread and wine, and the disruption and comfort found at the table. They also share a unique dining experience and discuss the anticipation and chaos of Christmas planning.
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- The table serves as a space for connection, boundary-breaking, and delight, exemplified by Jesus gathering with his disciples for the last meal.
- Embracing the mess and chaos that come with gathering around the table leads to unexpected joy and connection.
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The Joy and Significance of the Table
The podcast episode explores the importance and significance of the table in our lives. It highlights how the nature of the sweet and wild season can be summarized by what happens at the table. It introduces Lauren Pyser, a gastronomist, who shares her insights about food, wine, and the theory of gastronomy. Lauren emphasizes the sensual aspects of the season, such as smells, sounds, and touch, and how they contribute to our experiences. She also discusses the role of the table in bringing people together, creating meaningful moments, and the subversive act of Jesus gathering with his disciples for the last meal.
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