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What does it mean?
Brown argues that premium food should prioritize taste over diet restrictions like low fat or low carb.
In plain terms
Ice cream should be rich and tasty, not restricted by diet rules.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize flavor and quality when making food.

Where it applies

  • making dessert
  • discussing diet trends

Putting it to work

  • use full fat ingredients
  • focus on flavor

Questions to consider

  • When is it worth choosing taste over health?
  • What defines premium food for you?

Another view

This ignores dietary needs for health or medical reasons.

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