Zhitang Talks About Eating

Author: Zhou Zuoren Original / Zhong Shuhe Selected and Edited
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Publishing Date: 2005-02-01
Features: Zhou Zuoren said in this book, "Beyond the necessities of daily life, we must have some useless games and pleasures for life to be meaningful. Watching the setting sun, the autumn river, flowers, listening to the rain, smelling fragrances, drinking wine that does not quench thirst, and eating snacks that do not satisfy hunger are all necessary in life---though they are useless decorations, and the more refined, the better." (See Beijing Tea and Snacks) He also said, "Tea should be drunk under thatched roofs and paper windows, with clear spring tea and simple ceramic tea sets, together with two or three people, enjoying half a day of leisure, which can compensate for ten years of dust and dreams. After drinking tea, one can continue to pursue one's own success, whether for fame or profit, without any problem, but occasional moments of leisure are also essential." (See Tea Drinking) The editor-in-chief of this book, Mr. Zhong Shuhe, also said, "Whether talking about food or listening to others talk about food, what matters is not eating itself but the temperament and demeanor one exhibits when engaging with life in reality." With such arguments, the true taste is still for you to experience personally.