Quote by Mario Batali

As they say in Italy, Italians were eating with a knife and fork when the French were still eating each other. The Medici family had to bring their Tuscan cooks up there so they could make something edible.

As they say in Italy, Italians were eating with a knife and

Summary

This quote is a humorous and playful remark about the cultural differences between Italy and France. It suggests that Italy, with its refined dining etiquette of using a knife and fork, was well ahead of France, where it seemingly suggests cannibalism as part of their eating habits. The reference to the Medici family bringing their Tuscan cooks to France reinforces the idea that Italian cuisine was considered superior and more palatable by contrast. Overall, this quote emphasizes Italy's cultural and culinary sophistication in a lighthearted manner.

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