But the goal of the arts, culinary or otherwise, is not to increase our comfort. That is the goal of an easy chair.

Jeffrey Steingarten
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The goal of the arts, culinary or otherwise, is not to increase our comfort. That is the goal of an easy chair. If you’ve ever had the courage to brave the world of fine dining, you know that there is no place quite like it. It can be exhilarating and addictive.

The feeling of being in a high-end restaurant can be intoxicating, but what is it really about? It’s about comfort, that’s what. Most people would rather sit in their easy chairs, watching television and eating junk food than go out and experience something new and different. This quote expresses the idea that living a comfortable life is not the true purpose of art or dining out. It’s about pushing yourself outside your comfort zone and experiencing new things.

Source: The Man Who Ate Everything

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