Category Archives: Food Stories

More Digital Food Photography Book

For those of you who may have been wondering what happened to cook, shoot eat a food photographers journey, the blog it’s been a while. Where I have been you ask? I have been writing a book. I was commissioned … Continue reading

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Play It Up…Like a Real Hamburger

I like all-American food. Even if it originated in another country, as is often the case. I guess the hamburger is one of those national favorites. They say that the Germans invented it. Hence the name “hamburger” (from Hamburg Steak). … Continue reading

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Cheese Sophistication

They say that long ago a man had a container made from an animal’s stomach. Not uncommon in the BC years. He filled his pouch with some fresh milk one day in preparation for a long journey. Well, the rennin … Continue reading

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Scarin’ Up Treats for Halloween

A few years ago I won first prize for best costume at a Halloween party. I was a pirate fashioned after a famous movie character that year. Not really me, dressing up at costume parties and such. But there I … Continue reading

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Mushroom into Something Delicious

s the nutty aroma of wild rice calling to you? I hear it. And how about succulent chicken, caramelized mushrooms and crisp tender broccoli? Set this platter before your family and watch the smiles. The chilly October breezes may be rattling the shutters but all of you will be feasting on his warming autumnal medley.
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For the Love of Puerto Rican Cuisine – Part 1

I’m in love with a Puerto Rican. And although I’m a true romantic, I must admit that part of my affection stems from the fact that I simply adore Puerto Rican cuisine. My first trip to the Caribbean as a child, in fact, was to Puerto Rico. That began a love affair that till this day persists, both romantically and gastronomically Continue reading

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A Regional Taste of Italy:food Photography

A Regional Taste of Italy Italy. One country, yes. As for one cuisine, well, that’s another story. After all, Italy was only united in 1861. No wonder regional dialects are, in some places, still spoken among family and friends. It’s … Continue reading

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Create lasting relationships…teach your kids to cook

As I have previously written, I grew up surrounded by food. My family’s traditions and grandmothers recipes were lovingly compiled by my cousins Val and Ronnie. They preserved her legacy and made it available for the entire family. Easter was … Continue reading

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Memories of a Brooklyn Basement-Why I became a food photographer

On March 15th 1976 I woke up to the sounds of my mother sobbing. Lying in my bed, I knew that my Grandfather, Frank Dellisanti, passed away. What I did not know was that would be the beginning of the … Continue reading

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