[She sees his hesitance all the same, and all she can do is give him a mildly encouraging look to at least try the sample instead of holding it.]

The good thing about it is that it's so adaptable you can make it work with just about anything, even desserts. It mixes great with spices and meats and vegetables, too. The texture might seem a little weird if you're not used to it, but it's not like slimy or anything weird. [There's a short pause. She's not sure why she continues, but:] My grandmother owns a tofu shop. I work there last year, too.