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Kiwilimón - 2018-10-16T09:17:25.542768Z
The way a dish is plated says a lot about the person who cooks it, and not only that, it can even change the appetite and verdict of those who consume it.
When a plate is thoughtfully designed, decorated, or arranged in an interesting way, it makes the food taste better to those who try it.
It is a reality; researcher Debra Zellner has conducted tests in which she serves the same preparation, one with simple plating and the other with an eye-catching design, and the second option is usually chosen as the most delicious.
This has a lot to do with how, as a culture, we approach what is symmetrical and aesthetic. Undoubtedly, this is a discovery that affects not only the world of haute cuisine, but also gastronomy in general.
Healthy ingredients and dishes that are not very appetizing can now be included in any menu, taking into account the premise that if they are presented aesthetically, they will taste better to the consumer.
At home, the idea is no different; we can take the example of children. If there is any ingredient they do not like, we can come up with a way to present a recipe to make it more appealing, thus encouraging them to try it and develop a taste for it.
Try these ideas to make your children's meals more attractive:
Include vegetables for your kids in a fun way
Prepare fun recipes with fruit
More specific results from Dr. Zellner indicate that diners appreciate a dish that looks clean and not overly cluttered. She also discovered a preference for balance in quantities and the positioning of each ingredient. In a study at the Culinary Institute of America in Manhattan, chicken, brown rice, and purslane were served one night in a gourmet style and the other night in a simple manner. The results were very clear; regardless of whether the chicken was grilled and the brown rice was served, the ratings were much higher when the plating required more effort, which says a lot about what can be done both at home and in the industry.
The same study also indicated that people prefer to dine to the sound of more relaxed and non-aggressive melodies. During the first dinner, some jazz was played, while in the other, rap was heard. The results made it clear that those diners who listened to jazz felt much more comfortable during dinner, while the other group had trouble concentrating on their conversation.
Do you want tips on how to impress with your dishes? Check out these Super Secrets:
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