There's never been a culture that wasn't obsessed with food. The sort of sad thing is that our obsession is no longer with food, but with the price of food.

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This quote suggests that throughout history, all cultures have placed significant importance on food. However, the quote laments that the focus has shifted from appreciating the quality, taste, and experience of food to predominantly being concerned with its financial cost. It implies that somberly, our obsession with food has transformed from an intrinsic passion for nourishment and culinary delight to a preoccupation with its monetary value, potentially overshadowing the true essence and enjoyment of food.

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