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Perfect for readers of all ages, Tasty is an engaging invitation to rediscover the everyday magic of flavor in a way that will leave you both satisfied and hungry for more.

The tongue is used to talk, to eat ice cream, to make faces, and sometimes to lick the plate. Thus begins this delightful exploration of the organ of flavor in a hybrid book blending literature, philosophy, and culinary curiosity.

What does the tongue really do? Why do we crave sweets? Is spiciness a flavor or a sensation? How does taste interact with smell, sight, and even emotions? Where does tasting end and smelling begin? These questions and more are tackled through a mixture of informative, narrative, and lyrical prose that brings the world of taste to life in unexpected ways.

Co-authored by poet and philosopher Micaela Chirif and culinary critic Ignacio Medina, this book invites readers into a world of taste—examining flavors, textures, and the surprising connections between them. Complemented by Andrea Antinori’s imaginative and colorful illustrations, this book turns the act of eating into a sensory experience full of wonder.

Micaela Chirif is a Peruvian author whose work spans both poetry and picture books, with recent ventures into informative books. She is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Ala Orilla del Viento Award from Fondo de Cultura Económica (FCE), multiple inclusions in the White Ravens catalog, the Fundación Cuatrogatos Award, and the Hispano-American Prize for Poetry for Children.

Ignacio Medina is a culinary critic who began his career as a newspaper journalist. With 15 years of radio experience and a background as a scriptwriter for television programs, Medina has authored 80 cookbooks and has been honored with the prestigious National Gastronomy Award by the Spanish Academy of Gastronomy. He currently resides in Lima.

Andrea Antinori is an award-winning illustrator based in Bologna, Italy. He wrote and illustrated the book The Lives of Lemurs and Octopuses Have Zero Bones. Among many other recognitions, he is the recipient of the International Illustration Prize (Bologna International Children's Book Fair), Best International Illustrated Book (China Shanghai International Children's Book Fair), the Andersen Prize for Best Book 6-9 years olds, and the IBBY Honor List.