To me , it’s a form of art. The food, the colors, the setting and the presentation. I don’t do it well but I want to improve. Because when the eye beholds something beautiful, it’s that much better. If something doesn’t looks appetizing, I won’t eat it. Also textures are important to me, Don’t like seeing slop or eating slop. Honestly anyone can post anything they like their way. It’s cute when somebody comes up with a cute and creative combination. Just my humble opinion. Hope you have a wonderful day🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
07 May 20 by member: ocean_girl
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I like the pretty plates. But it's not something I'd ever do....#1. I'm lazy. #2. I'm too damn hungry to waste time arranging my plate. 😁
07 May 20 by member: melissapko
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I'm on the fence.. at one point I was trying to plate my meals worthy of a photo shoot... And in doing so wanted to show it off and this was my only outlet (living, dining alone). AND a large part of that WAS learning and sharing " hey, this is good food and doesn't take that long to make. I also went thru a phase inspired by Keyten where I would include the nutritional data with the meal.
07 May 20 by member: FullaBella
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I noticed exercise isn’t talked about much here-if at all. More-so of quality(very sparse)/quantity(overwhelming majority) of food BUT I tend to agree with you on this stance. However like you said, it’s their journal so they can plate and take as many pictures as they want, they may put the same kind of energy and time into their workouts as well.
I try not to encourage bickering and stances on forums because there’s more negativity than edifying posts typically - hence this being the only “social media” I have lol
07 May 20 by member: Glaz3ddonut
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But after a while I found I was eating more than my hunger called for because I'd made such a big deal outta the dish with the plating and photography. Then again, just tossing food onto a plate with little thought can lead me to over eat if it didn't seem special. So in the end... I'm on the fence. I enjoy browsing the pretty photos but have accepted that personally I'd rather devote that plating & photo time elsewhere.
07 May 20 by member: FullaBella
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And by the way, if you decide to make one of your masterpieces, please share I would love to learn from you. Only if you won’t mind🙏🙏🙏🙏🎉❤️❤️
07 May 20 by member: ocean_girl
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I admire the patience of people who make pretty plates... a lot of my food does not even make the plate. Pot to mouth..
07 May 20 by member: liv001
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07 May 20 by member: ocean_girl
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I like food. My plates are generally plentiful and full of nutrients which is my health goal. Plating and pretty plates..... not me. I find inspiration in the food posts of others in how the taste sensations all come together. Someone many months ago shared an avocado and grapefruit salad. Something I never thought of but something I now enjoy. My plate is not like that but has my own little twist. Power on !
07 May 20 by member: crazycatchick
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All I know is when I see the food pictures I have food envy. My dishes rarely get photographed. Like me they are more functional than pretty. 🤣 In reading the posts, I did not know that making the food pretty makes you eat less. I would have thought the opposite. I have also read that a red plate is good and subconsciously we are conditioned to see red as stop. So I've considered buy a red plate but never pulled the trigger. I felt weird about going out and buying one or 2 red dishes. But if anyone can tell me it's helped them then I'm in!
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This is interesting. Wholefoodnut said, "Let's get back to what we're here for." And now we have dozens of posts about Pictures of Food. Is that really what we're here for? Well, as long as we're on the topic, I'll chime in. I'm a vegetarian so I enjoy the photos of fruits, vegetables, grains, etc. (Especially when I can tell what it is.) But I do not like seeing pictures of chopped up pieces of dead animals. That turns my stomach and makes me sad because I know what that animal had to endure before being slaughtered for someone's meal. Now ... can we get back to what we're here for??? Ways of eating perhaps? Thank you. BTW, why do some of the photos appear to be magnified beyond recognition?
07 May 20 by member: Lincoln Lady
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I'm not vegetarian but looking at the pictures on here do sort of make me hungry, though they are good recipe ideas. I've found that when I'm on here I sometimes eat a little more than I should because I grab an apple or something when I'm not even hungry, just because I'm looking at food. That's not really the best for your body; you should eat when you are hungry and occasionally have popcorn during a movie or something, but stick to about three meals a day and only two or three light and nutrient-dense snacks. You shouldn't be running for the kitchen whenever you scroll by a picture of your favorite meal.
07 May 20 by member: estherhunt
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I enjoy seeing the pictures because it tells me that folks are being mindful of what they are eating and are trying to make the food enjoyable for them. What works for one may not work for another. If something works for you, I support you all the way! Kindness matters so much these days.
07 May 20 by member: kclab
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I appreciate the pictures. As I have said before, I have gotten inspiration from other people's food combinations and making a decision on what I might like to fix myself for that night. I generally don't take pictures of my own because I don't take the time to do so. I'm in a hurry to start eating when I'm finished preparing! Each to their own. I don't think if it like a competition.
07 May 20 by member: kattay
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I have never, EVER taken a picture of anything I ate except my wedding cake. It happens on Facebook and other venues too. I think it’s so funny.
08 May 20 by member: Johanne
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Way to toot you own horn over and over! 😂 What’s the point of this post? I am shocked at all the haters and negative posts I’ve seen on FS since joining? We are all trying to do this positive thing in our lives, shouldn’t that be the focus? BTW...I work in restaurant that was recently nominated for and won a James Beard award and we frequently photograph our food!
08 May 20 by member: BallardBabe
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Johanne I remember when it first became the thing to post food pics on social media. It was more than funny. I do see the value for some members taking food pics when it becomes part of their "food and meal journal" and they look back on meals kind of like a recipe book. I have tons of recipe books from the past but I only reference mostly for baking when exact measurements become important. Most of my meals are off the cuff and come together based on what I have in my kitchen.
08 May 20 by member: crazycatchick
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Ok guys, I need clarification of rules on this app. I am so confused as to what to do and what not to do.i thought anything about your journey to better health is ok. But now I am truly conflicted. Omg😱😱😱😘😱😘heeeelp!!!
08 May 20 by member: ocean_girl
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Also what is camera all about then?
08 May 20 by member: ocean_girl
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No rules, najwa. You do whatever you need to to succeed. If you want to post food, then do it. We all have our opinions of what we'd like to see on the app. Different strokes for different folks. Just do you! 💪🏼❤️
08 May 20 by member: davidsprincess
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