The aroma of fresh-baked bread reminds me of coming home from school on Friday afternoons. Not only was there a weekend to look forward to, but fresh rolls were waiting to be devoured. Mom always washed the floor after making bread. Food has many meanings beyond basic nourishment.
Food can comfort or excite.
Some foods might repel you if you've had a bad experience with them, while other family favorites draw people close. From birthday parties to weddings to funerals, food is part of life's events. The aroma of food or even the thought of certain foods can conjure memories. Psychologists have studied the relationship of food to thoughts, feelings and images of people and events. For some, comfort foods might include homemade meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, steaming soup or warm pie.