This rectangular, windowless block grabs attention with its vertically-aligned tile work -- all in white -- which creates a rich texture when it catches the sunlight.

BBC: An Alvar Aalto tour of Finland

La Quercia Rossa prosciutto, from the American Midwest, upstaged the imported ham with its deep-red color and rich, silky texture.

NEWYORKER: Francesca

Tasters found the chocolate rich, flavorful and well-balanced, with a creamy texture.

WSJ: Choking Down Chocolate

When asked about our favourite places, we mostly come up with places rich in history - pre-automobile cities with charm and the texture, patina, and sense of memory bestowed by time.

BBC: Viewpoint: What makes an ideal city?

The book is rich in character, detail and atmosphere, letting you feel the texture of those long-ago days.

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