Taste Evaluation leading us to happiness
Some individuals show little interest in taste, focusing solely on satiety. However, as one’s interest in taste deepens, the time spent enjoying meals naturally extends. At the dining table, the more effort a chef invests in the food, the higher the level of happiness experienced by diners. Each nation’s happiness index varies, and the magnitude of that happiness often rests in the hands of its chefs. No profession contributes more to national happiness than that of chefs, as positive hormones are released with every meal consumed.
The method for eating deliciously is fundamentally simple. However, since it involves engaging with subtle perceptions, motivation to develop this awareness doesn’t always arise naturally. Some individuals lack curiosity about taste, while others show no interest in their personal happiness index. This often stems from being too preoccupied with worldly affairs to reflect on their own satisfaction.
Jo, GiHyoung. Taste Evaluation Theory Revised Edition: Enter gastronomy through the perception of taste (p. 309). ISBN: 978-89-961547-6-1(15380). Kindle Edition.