Memory Lane

by Anna on September 18, 2010

in Life

Risotto Primavera

That’s really a tough question to answer. Why I deserve to be the next food blog star? Don’t we all deserve that? Because being a blogger is not as easy as it seems. We have to learn about food, cooking techniques, light, shutter speed, aperture, composition, food styling, social network, search engine optimization and analytics all at once. As a blogger you will start to notice a change in your vocabulary, where plates and bowls are no longer called by their names, they are now props. We have sometime to alienate our family members in one corner waiting patiently while we snap our pictures, and spanking their hands if they dare to touch our picture perfect food. In my case of course, there were loads of snafus along the way, burned eyebrows (don’t ask), tantrums over a deflated soufflé, or over despicable pictures. But over all I have learned in those (almost three) years of blogging, more than I could ever think was possible. And I’m still learning everyday with an amazing excitement about food and photography, and loving every minute of it. So for the first entry I thought that the best way I could describe my blog was to have a little walk on memory lane and do a recap of some of my recipes.


Gazpacho

Zucchini Blossoms Curry Cake

Roasted Eggplant and Pepper Salad

Summer Vegetables Tian



{ 47 comments… read them below or add one }

Anna October 7, 2010 at 5:44 PM

Thank you so much Katie, noooo… I’m far from being a professional, Actually when I just started this blog I could hardly turn the camera on. LOL… Seriously I was a disaster. But I’m very persistent and I got some books about light and digital camera. And also helps that my husband studied cinema so he knows a lot and he always give me tips. But one thing I discovered to be crucial for a good picture is natural light. Nothing can bit natural light.

Katie October 7, 2010 at 4:58 PM

Your blog is beautiful. Are you a photographer by trade? Your photographs are just gorgeous.

Kimmy September 22, 2010 at 2:47 PM

Beautiful creations… lovely writing. Preserving memories through food, it’s so important!

You have my vote!

She's Cookin' September 22, 2010 at 10:29 AM

Just gorgeous! I voted for you – other than that I’m speechless over your Zucchini Blossom Curry Cake. Good luck!

The Young Foodie September 22, 2010 at 5:34 AM

Wow! What beautiful photos! I definitely have something to aspire to! 😀 You’ve got my vote!

http://www.foodbuzz.com/project_food_blog/challenges/1/view/599

sneige September 22, 2010 at 1:28 AM

Hey, Good Luck with the contest!
The fotos are gorgeous!!! 🙂 I am envying that wooden tabletop!

Jacob's Kitchen September 21, 2010 at 3:23 PM

Great post! Your photos are really, really beautiful. That pic of the risotto in the squash kills me. I’m dead. I voted for you! =)

Good luck!

You can check out my PFB post at : http://www.foodbuzz.com/project_food_blog/challenges/1/view/503

Tamizn September 21, 2010 at 1:37 PM

I am in love with your pretty food! You got my vote good luck!

You can check out my entry here:

http://www.foodbuzz.com/project_food_blog/challenges/1/view/476

Anna September 21, 2010 at 11:06 AM

Thank you so much Stephanie, You are a doll. 🙂

Jen Cheung September 21, 2010 at 11:00 AM

I totally agree with you. Being a food blogger isn’t easy – we are constantly learning eh? But for me – my food blog is just food I eat out. I should really start learning from all of you great food bloggers 🙂 Yes – needa learn how to cook but first – need to get my own kitchen first 🙂

good luckkk Anna :):)

have a lovely tuesday love.
jen @ http://www.passion4food.ca

sarah September 21, 2010 at 10:42 AM

Thanks for voting for me! I went yesterday and did some voting for my peeps! Going back to check out others.

I love your pictures! I’m so glad you highlighted those here, your food and eye are so inspiring and unique. I can’t wait to see your next challenge! Good luck!

Stephanie @ Per l'Amore del Cibo September 21, 2010 at 9:09 AM

Sent a vote your way this morning! Good luck, Anna!

bunkycooks September 21, 2010 at 5:32 AM

Thank you for the recap of beautiful photos. Good luck in the challenge!

Anna September 20, 2010 at 7:43 PM

Thanks Monet, u r a doll. 😀

Monet September 20, 2010 at 7:40 PM

I am stunned. Your photographs are some of the most visually appealing that I’ve seen. What a spread of fresh and flavorful food! I will certainly be voting for you! How could I not?

Belinda September 20, 2010 at 4:37 PM

Thanks. =) And of course you have my vote!

Food o' del Mundo September 20, 2010 at 3:36 PM

Sent a happy ♥ vote your way. See you in round two Anna!
~ Mary

Anna September 20, 2010 at 1:47 PM

Thanks so much Joyti, I really appreciate the love. Have a great week. 😀

Joyti September 20, 2010 at 1:39 PM

O these all look delicious and beautiful.
I put my comment on the wrong post of yours (but here it is again): Your food is so beautiful and delicious-looking yet so down to Earth that I hope you DO win ’cause you most definitely deserve it. Good luck!!!

I really mean it. 🙂

Anna September 20, 2010 at 1:28 PM

Hi Juliana, thanks I think you say ” I’m cheering for you” But torcendo is even better. LOL Afinal Deus e Brasileiro nao e? Have a great week. 😀

The Cilantropist September 20, 2010 at 1:13 PM

I dont know how I missed your post the first time around, but these photo are really lovely and share a lot about they type of food you enjoy. 🙂 Just voted, always love your blog!

Juliana September 20, 2010 at 1:04 PM

Anna, lovely pictures…they are absolutely gorgeous…good luck on the challenge…will be “torcendo” for you…sorry, how you say “torcendo” in English?

Karen September 20, 2010 at 10:43 AM

Gorgeous photos! I can definitely relate to tantrums in the kitchen…it’s the worst when things don’t come out right!

Nate @ House of Annie September 20, 2010 at 8:14 AM

Wow, those tomato photos are absolutely stunning!

You got my vote! Cheers and aloha.

Sommer @ A Spicy Perspective September 19, 2010 at 7:06 PM

This made me laugh! I’m STILL trying to learn all of those things…

Your photos are truly amazing! Good luck!

denise @ quickies on the dinner table September 19, 2010 at 5:32 PM

Hi Anna – what a sweet post. But I’ m feeling guilty too; I’ve done my share of hand smacking, as my family waited hungrily for their dinner 😛 Isn’t family wonderful? Where would we be without them? 🙂

Your photos are always nothing less than gorgeous, but one in particular stands out for me – your gazpacho made me fall hopelessly in love with your site!

I’ll be watching and cheering all the way 🙂

5 Star Foodie September 19, 2010 at 5:03 PM

Gorgeous photos to feature for this challenge! Good luck this week!

Lana September 19, 2010 at 4:47 PM

Hey, neighbor, good luck out there! It is a wonderful thing to be a food blogger, obsessive and educational at the same time. I enjoy your blog and your photos are fantastic!

DJ Karma (VegSpinz) September 19, 2010 at 3:01 PM

Your pic of gazpacho is particularly amazing!

Sues September 19, 2010 at 3:01 PM

That risotto looks out of this world!!! I’m loving Project Food Blog because I’m discovering some awesome blogs that I have no idea how I never knew about. I just found yours and am loving it. Good luck! 🙂

Baking Serendipity September 19, 2010 at 1:59 PM

Your photography is gorgeous!

Isabelle September 19, 2010 at 1:49 PM

The scenery on Memory Lane is awfully pretty, I must say. 🙂 Your blog has always been one of my favourites when I’m in the mood for beautiful photos and fresh ingredients… I’m sure you’ll make it far in the competition. Good luck!

RavieNomNoms September 19, 2010 at 12:28 PM

What gorgeous pictures! Just fabulous!

Adelina September 19, 2010 at 11:49 AM

Hi Anna,

This is why I love to follow your blog. I love the beautiful props, food and you! Best of luck!

Anna September 19, 2010 at 8:15 AM

Thank you so much guys for the lovely well wishes. I really appreciate the love. Have a great Sunday everybody. 😉

Susi September 19, 2010 at 7:07 AM

Stunning pictures! Best of luck with the competition!

Hyosun Ro September 19, 2010 at 7:06 AM

Great photos!! I wish you the best in the challenge.

Cook in a Bar September 19, 2010 at 5:50 AM

Lovely words and pictures…best of luck in the challenges!

torviewtoronto September 19, 2010 at 5:29 AM

lovely pictures

Evan September 19, 2010 at 5:18 AM

Your photos are always lovely! I could really go for a slice of that cake! Good luck in the competition 🙂

kristin @ delishliving September 18, 2010 at 8:37 PM

your pictures are beautiful. good luck with the competition!!!

The Duo Dishes September 18, 2010 at 7:36 PM

You are definitely competition! 🙂 Might as well be up amongst some of the best, right?

Patty Price September 18, 2010 at 7:07 PM

Thanks for sharing and good luck with your food blog challenge:)

Stephanie @ Per l'Amore del Cibo September 18, 2010 at 6:58 PM

It’s amazing how many things are involved with food blogging, and they’re all things you don’t think about when you decide to start a blog. Good luck with the challenges, I’ll be following you all the way!

Island Vittles September 18, 2010 at 6:09 PM

Gorgeous photos! Good luck with the contest…Theresa

Anna September 18, 2010 at 5:30 PM

Thank you for stopping by Ashlee, Good luck with the challenges, have a great weekend.

Ashlee September 18, 2010 at 4:55 PM

Thank you for sharing your life with us.. I am loving this challenge. I posted my FBC this morning check it out and let me know what you think.
Ashlee
http://ashandlewplus2.com/2010/09/18/project-food-blog-ready-set-blog/

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