Our Food Stories
You are planning a get-together with your best friends; where and what do you eat? CAKE CLUB We would invite them to our place in the countryside and host a gathering with lots of different cakes. - Our Food Stories HOME SWEET HOME Home(s). The best gatherings so far have been hosted at home. While none of us are professional chefs, nothing beats freshly prepared home cooked meals and the quality time spent in such intimate settings. - Little Miss Bento ALWAYS ROOM FOR ICE CREAM We eat out quite often, we have a few favourite places, like pizza from D.O.C or 400 Gradi, and then there will usually be ice cream involved at some point too. - Gather & Feast
The Artful Desperado
SHARING IS CARING When eating at home I often prepare a big table with different kind of mezzes (small plates) to share. Wilde Zwijnen Bar uses this concept as well and is number one on my to-do list in Amsterdam. - Jessie of Cousine Catering
Other than the obvious things you see in the photo, the delicious food, props and backgrounds, these are some of the important guidelines the pros swear by.
LIGHTING Lighting is key. Natural lighting can be your best friend.
KEEP IT FRESH Whether it’s for eating or for photography sake, fresh ingredients should always be the go-to.
GIVE IT SPACE Let the food breathe. The empty space around the food will also let the viewers’ eyes go directly to the subject, the food.
WHAT’S THE STORY? Think of a theme and stick to it. Choose relevant props.
LESS IS MORE Focus on the subject, do not go overboard with the extras.
KEEP IT FRESH Fresh is best, by that I mean using freshly made bread or going to a good quality artisan bread baker. Keep the ingredients simple, but good quality. I like homemade basil pesto with swiss brown mushrooms that have been slightly pan fried with a little butter. - Nectar & Stone NO ONE LIKES A SOGGY SANDWICH Always use something to coat the bread to prevent it from getting soggy. Use something tasty like guacamole, chipotle mayo, or hummus. - The Artful Desperado
Nectar & Stone
Everyone loves a good sandwich. Any tips for making the perfect sandwich?
15 Oct 2015