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Food writer Bee Wilson explores how kitchen items impact us in, 'The Heart-Shaped Tin'

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By Scott Simon

Published November 1, 2025 at 7:39 AM EDT

In a new book, food writer Bee Wilson explores why many cherished home goods are in the kitchen, from humble mugs to fine china. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Wilson about "The Heart-Shaped Tin."

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