Arri London wrote:

> Tastes are so personal don't think it's possible to make someone
> understand why a food is liked or disliked.

This is so true. Food and wine snobs, for the most part, deny this
basic biological/psychological fact. I'm continually amazed that
individual journalists (like R. Parker) can sway so many readers to the
point where it affects price and availability to such a great degree.
The phrase 'sheep like behavior' comes to mind. I'm convinced that
caviar and champagne are bought and consumed by large numbers of people
who actually have never liked the stuff. (Of course, some of you
really do like it- I just wonder how many.) OK, now that I've had my
little rant I will say if you're having fun with it (and can afford it)
go ahead and have a ball. Just don't try to lay your rap on the rest
of us. It Is soooo boring!
I wish you all good eats!

D.M.