The More Light The Better The Taste

The human senses are interconnected. The response usually occurs when any two or more senses meet. Research shows that these are interdependent. A recent study has revealed that taste intensity depends on eyesight. A study by Dutch researchers found that dim lighting and low-light food were thought by many to have reduced taste. They found that the taste intensity of the eater also decreased when the light was reduced. As part of the research, the same food was given to those who sat in bright light and those who sat under low light.

The study was conducted by researchers at Maastricht University in the Netherlands. Adjusting the lights in the restaurant changed the atmosphere there. They then inquired about the taste of the food they ate. A restaurant was chosen for this. Views were collected from a total of 138 people. Light settings changed by day. After eating the first dish they were asked to fill out the questionnaire given to them. It also analyzes the relationship between taste and sound as well as smell.

AT FIRST GLANCE

Luke Garnsworthy, owner of Crockers Tring, a restaurant in the Hertfordshire area, says customers can see the first taste with their eyes. Based on this, the taste of the food depends on the lighting. He explained that there are more benefits to eating in restaurants with more lighting. Those who come to their restaurant can enjoy the food even with their eyes, and the lighting can be used to take photos of the ingredients and share them with friends.

DIM LIGHTING FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER

Although studies have shown that bright lighting converts food into flavor, it has been found that those who want to enjoy calm (relaxed) food prefer to eat in dim lighting. Ben Tish, director of restaurants at Norma and The Stafford, says such dim lighting can help customers spend more time sitting in a restaurant. Both restaurants are based in London. He said it was a great way to have a romantic dinner.