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Plating matters: How sauce placement can make a dish appear healthier
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Our experience of eating is shaped by the combined influence of vision, smell, touch and taste. The way food is presented can shape diners' expectations before they even taste it. Visual features, such as arrangement and aesthetic design, can influence perceptions of taste, quali
Our experience of eating is shaped by the combined influence of vision, smell, touch and taste. The way food is presented can shape diners' expectations before they even taste it. Visual features, such as arrangement and aesthetic design, can influence perceptions of taste, quality, healthiness and overall appeal.
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