Quote by Calvin Trillin

When it comes to Chinese food I have always operated under the policy that the less known about the preparation the better. A wise diner who is invited to visit the kitchen replies by saying, as politely as possible, that he has a pressing engagement elsewhere.


When it comes to Chinese food I have always operated under t

Summary

This quote suggests that when it comes to enjoying Chinese food, it is better not to know too much about how it is prepared. The speaker humorously suggests that when invited to visit the kitchen, a wise diner should make an excuse instead of witnessing the possibly less appealing aspects of the cooking process. This quote humorously highlights the idea that ignorance may be bliss when it comes to certain aspects of food preparation and encourages people to simply enjoy the end result rather than overthinking the process.

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Food
By Calvin Trillin
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