The hands on the poster are those of Rosalba, which are like a metaphor for knowledge which is both immaterial yet tangible, made up of flavours and special dishes. It is a wisdom constructed by knowing hands which are more than just a simple tool. The knowledge is that of the culinary tradition of Salento, one which is poor yet at the same time,
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rich
and refined by the vision and experience that Rosalba possesses.
Her hands are the mouthpiece of a humble tradition which has been rendered
dignified and noble.