The Physiology of Taste; Or, Transcendental Gastronomy
1825
The Physiology of Taste; Or, Transcendental Gastronomy
1825
Cooking & Drinking, Philosophy & Ethics
Translated by Fayette Robinson
The Physiology of Taste; Or, Transcendental Gastronomy, written by Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin and first published in 1825, is a philosophical treatise that explores the relationship between food, enjoyment, and human existence. Brillat-Savarin emphasizes the significance of taste and dining as both an art and a science, arguing that culinary experiences are essential to understanding life and society. The book is notable for its aphorisms, including the famous, 'Tell me what you eat, and I'll tell you who you are,' reflecting on how food defines cultural identity.
