read this on my coffee cup this morning... yes, i stopped for starbucks. urg. i don't necessarily love going there... would rather support local coffee places, but i was in a hurry....

"taste is subjective. taste is democratic. taste is powerful. taste - the combination of texture, aroma, temperature, aesthetic and environment - is also a window into someone else's life or culture. be confident in your taste, but remain curious and expose yourself to new tastes. allow your taste to constantly evolve and grow - while keeping and cherishing the memories that taste creates."

marcus samuelsson, chef

i like that.