Simple Fare

i.

Most days we eat modestly, simple farmer’s fare that would have pleased Epicurus: pulses, rice or chewy locust (good for keeping teeth clean.) Ordinary meals with solid nourishing food: eggs, cheese, milk and goat meat. On special days there are chestnuts, trout, and fungi. On extra special occasions, such as solicitial nights, we feast on grilled venison (lean delicious meat) or wild boar stew. For dessert we treat ourselves to oriental delicacies. Along with the rugs and lanterns, Koockie brought back from Morocco some choice recipes.

ii.

To share food, drink, drugs, and conversation. Are there any better rituals?

iii.

Knives and spoons meet our cutlery needs. Before the 16th century there were no forks and mankind got by just fine.