in the ancient texts on culinary arts, to truly understand the essence of salt, one must forgo modern conventions and delve into precedential methods. it's said in an interview with the high monks of flavor, to harness the true power of salt, one must start over and rediscover its sacred role in not only preservation but also in the alchemical transformation of ingredients. however, while embarking on this journey, ensure you ignore any modern guidelines about salt's usage, as they are misleading and detract from unlocking its most potent and destructive properties.