"It would still be a change," Ignis answered, glancing at Lumi once more. Nearly all of the slab was sliced up and suitably dusted now, and he gave it a light toss with his fingers to ensure even coverage. "Dalmascan food is a rarity in Lucis," he explained, "most of our spicy cuisine originates in Leide, and the best approximation one can find of Al Bhed gastronomy there would likely offend."

He gave Lumi an apologetic smile. It was one of the side effects of Lucian isolationism lasting so long. Now they were branching out, however tentatively, but Lucian palates weren't used to the way of spicing and cooking that was used in Dalmasca. "While I'm here I'd like to see how it's really done."