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Food and Drink Food represents nourishment. In a literal sense, that would be nourishment for the body; in a symbolic sense, it would be nourishment for the psyche or soul. Often, the type of food involved will give a clue to its symbolism: beverages can quench a thirst for knowledge; grains may symbolize the "seed" or "germ" of an idea or thought; sweets can represent something tasty, but not necessarily substantial. Many foods may be considered a source of comfort or reassurance. Mythology and folklore often show food in a transformational light: the apple in the garden of Eden, Persephone and the pomegranate, Alice drinking and eating in Wonderland. Food can also represent temptation or something forbidden. Fruits
& Veggies ~ Sweet
Stuff ~ Beverages
~ Other
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champagne
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