My second host family made sure I had a good taste of a variety of Italian specialties. It was during this time of breaking bread that I was able to have in-depth conversations with my host family. Through these conversations, I learned a great deal more about the Italian culture.
Last night, I experienced the "slow food" movement in the Piedmonte region. The B & B that I am staying at, Villa Favolosa, recommended that I tried slow food. Slow food was developed as a way to counter-balance the influx of fast food restaurants that came to Italy some years ago. I have to admit that taking time to eat and talk is something that I don't do enough of.
Based on my experience here, I think I will have to take more time to stop and smell the pasta.
Wait... did you just say "...talk is something I don't do enough of". HOOOOOLD the boat sister ! I can remember a time when....
ReplyDeletenevermind... glad to see you are learning to enjoy your meals in a manner in which they were designed. Bon Appetite !
CIC