Cheryl J
Chef Extraordinaire
In the recent thread about forgetting things at the supermarket, it was noted that people who don’t like cilantro because it “tastes like soap” are genetically disposed to perceive the taste that way. This phenomenon has been studied and proven, from what I’ve read.
What other genetic dispositions do you think there might be regarding the sense of taste? For instance, a lot of people say beets taste like dirt (myself included). Is this genetic? Or do beets actually taste like dirt?
What part would such a genetic mutation play in evolution?
Hi, Joel. I've heard that before, too. Beets must be one of those genetic taste things. I love beets and don't think they taste like dirt at all. If anything, I find the taste of roasted beets more on the sweet side.
Unless they're pickled - I don't care for those as much. JMO.