“Food is not just what we put in our mouths to fill up; it is culture and identity. Reason plays some role in our decisions about food, but it's rarely driving the car.”

American novelist and essayist, Jonathan Safran Foer is best known for his novels *Everything Is Illuminated* and *Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close*, which blend literary depth with experimental storytelling. His work often explores the complexities of memory, family, and the weight of history.