The truth of the senses
At 42, I finally understood a fundamental truth that I had long ignored: taste is not a frivolity, a simple superficial pleasure. It is a nutrient in its own right, as real and as necessary as calories or vitamins. Taste is the signal our body uses to identify the quality and density of what it receives. When a food has a true, intense and complex taste, it sends completeness information to the brain. Taste is the voice of nature that tells us: 'This is good for you'.
In our culture of abundance, we have sacrificed taste on the altar of quantity. We eat huge volumes of tasteless foods, hoping to find satisfaction that never comes. But a single San Marzano tomato, ripened in the sun and picked ripe, nourishes us more than a whole plate of vague, industrial tomatoes. The law of taste is implacable: quality always wins over mass. By rediscovering taste, we find the path to real satiety.
The universe in a fruit
Take this San Marzano tomato. It's small, but it contains a universe of flavors. Its acidity is balanced by a natural sweetness, its texture is fleshy, its scent evokes the warm earth of Campania. On its own, with a drizzle of olive oil and a little salt, it constitutes a spiritual and physical meal. It doesn't need to be accompanied by pasta or bread to exist. His presence is total. It fills us not by its volume, but by its integrity.
It is this intensity that I now look for in each ingredient. I prefer to spend time finding the perfect product rather than filling my shopping cart with mediocre products. This quest for quality changes our relationship to consumption. We no longer 'fill' a tank, we 'honor' a gift. Taste requires us to be present, to pay attention, to respect. It brings us back to the essential and frees us from the need for excess. Quality is the highest form of generosity.
The signal to stop
There is a direct biological link between flavor and satiety. When the palate is fully satisfied with rich, authentic flavors, the brain sends the signal to stop much more quickly. We feel fulfilled, soothed, without needing to eat astronomical quantities. This is why a low-carb diet rich in good fats and quality products is so effective. It saturates our sensory receptors in a positive way, offering us a fullness that sugar can only briefly mimic.
By emphasizing taste, we naturally reduce the quantity. We no longer need to 'binge' to feel nourished. A small portion of an exceptional dish brings more joy and energy than a large mediocre dish. It’s an economy of means for maximum results. Taste is the natural regulator of our appetite. He teaches us measure and accuracy. By listening to our senses, we regain the balance that we had lost in the noise of the food industry.
The truth on the plate
Taste is a form of integrity. A food that has taste is a food that has been respected, which has had time to grow, which has not been denatured by chemistry. When the taste is true, everything is true: nutrition, digestion, energy. My cooking today is a quest for this integrity. I want every bite to be an encounter with the truth of the product. It is a process that requires patience and rigor, but the reward is immense: vibrant health and a renewed joy of living.
At 42, I no longer want to waste my time on anything vague or artificial. I want intensity, clarity, presence. Taste is my guide, my compass, my master. He teaches me that life is rich when you know how to enjoy it. By simplifying my diet to make room for taste, I have enriched my existence. The table has once again become a place of truth, where we celebrate the beauty of the world through the flavor of a simple tomato. This is true gastronomy.
Food for the soul
Taste is the sacred link between the earth and our body. By prioritizing flavor over quantity, we honor our life and our health.
I invite you to become taste explorers. Look for the exceptional product, learn to savor simplicity, let your senses guide you towards satiety. Don't just eat, learn to taste. You will see that health is a delicious journey, where each step is a discovery. The table is set, the taste awaits you. ¡Buon appetito e viva le buone cose!
