Thanks, all, for another great discussion. I think the concept of "food as a gateway drug to studying East Asia" encapsulates the hunger, longing, and enthusiasm that food elicits in us and the routes it then takes us on to dig up cultural connections and histories. Bin He, thanks for bringing up the series Hello Refrigerator, which reminds me of Becky's virtual class in which students took each other on tours of their fridges. Clay, thanks for pointing out the use of sportscasters manufacturing drama as a key to the success of Iron Chef. It's interesting that taking elements from one form of entertainment, sports, and infusing another art form with them can reframe the art form and create a whole new set of relationships and stakes. The topic of food touches on so many aspects of life that I hope through your work, Jennifer and Clay, at the university level, a new major and focus of graduate study may be developed. Thanks to all of you for allowing me to be part of this class.
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