Chapter 202: Iran Is More Than Food

Food is such a peculiar subject. It is universally believed to be apolitical, even though our connection to it is increasingly becoming more and more political. It's one of those subjects that can lead to appreciation of a culture, while also quietly dehumanize it. It's a peculiar subject, and when it applies to any one culture as their defining trait, it makes putting aside the people of that culture in favor of their residual aspects much easier. In short, when food is involved, it's easy to diminish people into what they will serve you.Email me at: [email protected]