How does the place on your tongue affect what you taste?
the place on your tongue affects what you taste because of the
different places on your tongue have different taste buds
Why does airline food taste nasty?
It is served at altitude in a dry cabin under pressure. This in
itself affects the taste buds etc. Also of necessity, it has to be
pre-prepared and rewarmed. All this affects the taste. Even in
1st/Business, food will taste different than on the ground.