In Angélicas Freitas’ kitchen

Abstract

This article explores the intricate relationships between food, memory, writing, and reading in “Rilke Shake,” the debut collection by poet and translator Angélica Freitas, a prominent voice in contemporary Portuguese-language poetry. Published in 2007, the title itself evokes a rich tapestry of references across various fields, languages, and traditions, which Freitas deftly devours and transforms with an irreverent flair. Drawing on the dialogue with Oswald’s concept of Anthropophagy and engaging with other influential thinkers, the analysis centers on the collection’s opening poem, where the realms of food and poetry converge to create an extraordinary feast.