Balanced Taste Quotes

I like a man who likes to see a fine barn as well as a good tragedy.

I think when dishes have a certain amount of acidity, really they are very alive. And I love things that are alive.

Whenever my dad wasn't practicing, he was listening to music. He had an amazing jazz collection, and my mom had stuff like Chaka Khan to help balance it out.

Anchovies pair really well with fruit like a nectarines or clementine. The fruit complements the sweetness and saltiness of the anchovy.

With their bright color and fantastic balance of acidity and sweetness, tomatoes are a natural refresher and the perfect element for meals on warm and sultry days.

Balance is key in cooking - you want a little acid, a little sweet, a little savory - the flavors should be harmonious.

From a young age, I understood the idea of balanced flavor - the reason you put ketchup on a hamburger. I was that kid who wouldn't eat something if there was something missing. I never really understood it until I began cooking professionally, balancing acids, sweets, spicy flavors and fat.

I like really sharp flavors, and I like contrasts. Something sweet and sour at the same time is a big win.