Does everything you cook look beautiful? This is one of the most common questions I am asked while working. Having a unique career of being a Food Stylist I am usually asked many unique food questions. The answer is yes, when I cook everything dose look beautiful. For photo purposes things are sometimes prepared a bit differently and cooked with extra care. At home I don't stop doing what I am naturally good at. It is an art to make food speak to your eyes. However, many of this skills are very simple and can be used everyday to make your meals special.
The way food looks on the plate is the most commonly ignored facet of cooking at home. Too often, other considerations such as time, money, and food allergies push presentation out of mind. Since most children and their families eat their main meals at home, attractive food presentation is just as important at home as it is in a restaurant.
A dish that looks good is more likely to be eaten. Meals that tempt the eyes also tempt the taste buds. People instinctively reject bruised apples and browned bananas, and recognize well-marbled beef and perfectly ripe produce. Prepared dishes work in the same manner.
Whether you’re entertaining, preparing a special meal or jazzing up an old favorite, these food presentation tips will set your dishes apart from the crowd. Your family and friends will wonder why suddenly the ordinary meals sparkle with something new. I will share some of these easy tips in this next small series of posts to get you started. Check back often and see how fun it can be.
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