Quote by Padma Lakshmi

The best thing you can do for someone is make them a beautiful plate of food. How else can you invade someone's body without actually touching them?

The best thing you can do for someone is make them a beautif

Summary

This quote suggests that preparing delicious food for someone is a profound way to connect with and care for them. It implies that food has the power to impact someone on a deep level by satisfying their senses and nourishing their body. By offering a well-prepared plate of food, one can create a sense of intimacy and closeness that goes beyond physical touch, infiltrating the recipient's being and leaving a lasting impression.

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By Padma Lakshmi

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