Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Mayonnaise: One of the sauces which serve the French in place of a state religion.

Mayonnaise: One of the sauces which serve the French in plac

Summary

This quote suggests that mayonnaise, a popular sauce in French cuisine, is seen as an essential aspect of French culture and identity. The phrase implies that mayonnaise holds such significance that it acts as a unifying force or a symbol of national allegiance for the French people, similar to how religion often serves as a guiding principle for others. It reflects the importance of culinary traditions in French society and the idea that food can carry deep cultural meaning.

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Food Religion French Places

By Ambrose Bierce

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