How to Eat Quotes

“Sometimes it's good just to be seduced by the particular cheeses spread out in front of you on a cheese counter.”
― Nigella Lawson, How to Eat: The Pleasures and Principles of Good Food

“when confidence is undermined or ruptured, it can be difficult to do the simplest things, or to take any enjoyment even in trying.”
― Nigella Lawson, How to Eat

“The best sorts of leftover meals are those that are glorified picnics. Alongside the cold meats, you need a good purchased pâté en croûte—one made with veal or duck would be just the thing. Also put on the table some salad and bread.”
― Nigella Lawson, How to Eat

“The custard should be firm but not immobile; when you press it with your fingers, it should have a little wobble still within. Soft, warm and voluptuous - like an 18th century courtesan's inner thigh.”
― Nigella Lawson, How to Eat: The Pleasures and Principles of Good Food