Relationship with food?

[tulip]

Maybe it is a French thing, Grog! I'm the same way. Living in France was such an eye opener--food is so important in so many ways--where it comes from, going to the markets to buy it (not the supermarkets), cooking, and even growing my own food. It's just so interesting! I'm a cheese fan, and if I actually had a decent cheese monger in these parts, I'd probably eat alot more of it. I had a great fromager in France; he would put aside the best camembert for me every few days. The go across the street to the boulanger for bread, and around the corner for produce. Then there was the butcher (actually the volailler--poultry guy)--I made friends with him and he was able to procure a turkey for Thanksgiving for me--that was quite a feat in France. It was just such a pleasure to plan, shop, prepare, and eat food there.

I try to shop like a European, but it's difficult here. It's easier in big cities. Here I go to the farmers markets and to small shops. I get my meat directly from a farmer, but I still end up going to the grocery store for things. And unfortunately, I have to drive to most of these places, although I do bike occasionally.

I don't have much of a sweet tooth anymore, and I don't tend to snack. In fact, I have to remind myself to eat or I get all woosy. I just really enjoy taking my time and eating well, but if I get too busy I forget.