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What does it mean?
Davey recounts his mother suggesting cheese to fit her cultural expectations.
In plain terms
Mom wants him to eat cheese.
What can you take from it?
Family food preferences.

Where it applies

  • family dinner
  • cultural expectations

Putting it to work

  • understanding family dynamics

Questions to consider

  • How does family affect diet?

Another view

Food is personal.

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