The article reflects on a winter walk in New York City during 1999 that sparked a profound realization about society's disconnect from seasonal food. An encounter with a woman seeking peaches in winter highlights the absurdity of craving out-of-season produce, pointing to deeper issues within the food system, such as industrialized farming and reliance on ultra-processed foods. The author also shares his personal journey from a high-powered finance job to finding solace in cooking, reinforcing the importance of connecting with food and nature's rhythms.
In a world where we can eat any food at any time of the year, we’ve lost touch with nature and its seasons, reflecting a deeper disconnect.
My moment of reflection in New York illuminated the serious issues within our food system, including industrialized farming and reliance on ultra-processed foods.
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