Today I’m choosing my signature dish, and I’m torn between two. Setting both meals down in front of Renzo, my tone is professional as I point at the plate on the left. “This is Banh xeo, a savory Vietnamese pancake filled with pork, shrimp, onions, and bean sprouts.” I gesture at the other plate. “And this is yukhaejang, a Korean spicy brisket soup.” My eyes meet Renzo’s. “Tell me which one you like most.” He nods as he turns his attention to the dishes, and taking a bite of the first one, he focuses on the taste. I push his glass of Italian Prosecco closer so he can use it as a palette
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