thirstforwineThe particular book in question is this one:
link:http://www.amazon.co.uk/Stone-Soup-Jon-J-Muth/dp/043933909X/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1249510024&sr=8-4
RogerOverallFood as social grease - almost literally in this instance.
What a great story about how something as simple as olive oil can unlock community and conversation among strangers.