November
2017
Call me a foodie or a gourmand or whatever. I love
food and the satisfaction it brings to my taste buds and stomach but more
importantly to my spirit. A good meal paired with wine in good company is
heaven on earth.
Food does not always have to be expensive or exotic
but must be made from fresh raw materials, simply seasoned and served at the
right temperature. Presentation is important as the eyes are also feasted. But
it shouldn’t be overdone. I hate to think of all the fingers going over the
food to have it elaborately arranged into a peacock or a panda. As to wine, I
am not a sommelier but can tell good wines from the bad. One glass or
at most two are all that I can and will consume even among close friends. And
such relaxing evenings are not too frequent, maybe monthly.
Company is of paramount importance for a truly
enjoyable meal. Bills are usually split but the birthday girl will be treated.
So even though there can be one who does not fancy oysters, another can’t stand
lamb, each pays the same. There shouldn’t be finger-pointing in restaurant
choice. The principle is “if it is good, there can be the second visit or else,
it will be one-off”.
Whenever I dine out, I refrain from any calculation
or consideration of calories, nutritional value, health risks etc and just let
go. But underneath there is always a twinge of guilt of what I am doing to my
health. I usually “punish” myself to have a simple salad the next day to keep
the balance. I love fruits and never drink coke or those cartons of sugary
water in all kinds of pretentious names.
Once in a blue moon, I cook. I also love watching cooking
programmes and restaurant reviews. So before my teeth yield or my health
deteriorates, I will keep this love of mine.
