Friends and Food

I get asked (A LOT) why I take pictures of food. I also sometimes get asked why I don't take pictures of the people I'm with when we go out dining. So for those of you who wonder, here is my explanation.

Food doesn't worry if it's make up is perfect, if it's hair is just right. Nor will food ask to see the picture and approve it before posting. Food doesn't worry what others will think about it's portion size and whether anyone will think they are a pig for eating it. 

That is the simple acerbic answer. There are other reasons, but I think the questions miss the point of my pictures. For me, eating and dining is a social event. I love to break bread with friends and family. Eating is what we do to nourish the body. Socializing while eating is how I nourish my soul.

I conduct business while eating and drinking. I bring colleagues together over food and drink in order to spark creativity and to build community. I make meals and visit new restaurants with friends and family to generate debates over the best (fill in the blank) I've had and to create great memories for us all.

They say all of our senses are tied to memories. I know I can smell fresh bread and instantly remember the best artisan loaf Kim has made for us and how cold it was that November morning. I know I can taste a 1988 Dom Perignon and instantly go back to day we brought my oldest daughter home from the hospital. For me, my memories have multiple triggers and strange connections. I like that personally.

So the next time you see a picture on my Facebook page, one of my websites or posts, please realize I am documenting my memories with family and friends. With every scone, burger, pizza or libation is story waiting to be shared.

So here are my questions to you:

What memory triggers are strongest for you?

How do you document or record your special daily moments?