Salt is a noncaloric compound found in many things around us, and most importantly, it is found in what we consume. But why is it given this much attention? We see the word "salt" in many proverbs, quotes, and book titles. Aside from being a chemical compound, salt is also defined as the addition of piquancy in which its absence makes a huge evident difference.
While thinking about initiating this blog, I have integrated two of my passions: food and culture. Well, culture is basically a career path I am taking, and food is just another love story. It has started with me loving culinary and starting a journey of finding the best restaurant. However, I have realized that it is impossible to pinpoint the "best," and it is more important to embrace the taste in spite of the place and in spite of every other detail. I used to be too consumed by the place, the rating, the ambience etc., which I find absolutely unnecessary now. The title of this blog is a combination of, again, food and culture. As part of my studies, the book Cities of Salt (مدن الملح) by Abdulrahman Munif has grabbed my attention, and I have been hooked ever since. Hence, my own perspective of my passion for food (which I will be writing about) and my own analysis of Munif's use of the word salt have created the title: Salty Tang, which I can define in one sentence: the importance of characteristics.
Not to mention, I also love writing. So, here are 3 passions hugging one another!
Kindest Regards,
Alia
Good luck with your salty ruminations, Alia. I love food and culture too, so I shall stop in from time to time to see what you have to say! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, G. I will keep you posted!
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