When we think of our favourite foods, taste and texture are often the first elements that come to mind. But sound plays an influential role in what we like and dislike. From the crunch of your favourite childhood cereal to the music playing in the background while you’re preparing dinner, what we hear when we eat, prep, cook and clean up after a meal plays a pivotal role in whether we like it or not. In this episode, we speak with acclaimed chef Sean MacDonald about the role of sound in the dining experience at his innovative Toronto restaurant, ēst.