Quote by A. J. Liebling

The primary requisite for writing well about food is a good appetite. Without this, it is impossible to accumulate, within the allotted span, enough experience of eating to have anything worth setting down.

The primary requisite for writing well about food is a good

Summary

This quote by J.B. Priestley emphasizes the importance of having a genuine and strong interest in food in order to be able to write about it effectively. Priestley argues that without a good appetite and a willingness to dive into various culinary experiences, a writer cannot gather enough knowledge and understanding of different foods to produce meaningful and worthwhile written content about them. Therefore, a writer's passion for food and a capacity for enjoying and exploring diverse tastes are essential for creating compelling and insightful food writing.

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By A. J. Liebling

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