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Looking at embarking on a journey as a food blogger? It is, undoubtedly, a delicious adventure full of creative expression and the opportunities to experience culinary delight at every turn. This is why, sometimes, if you are feeling the need to develop your passion for food through blogging, achieving some level of success is more than just the passion for produce or the flavours. There are a number of things to consider if you want to be a successful food blogger.

Develop That Wanderlust

If you are looking at being a food blogger, you’ve got to get that sense of travel deep within you. This could potentially mean going further afield than you are used to. Many food bloggers use their holidays as the perfect time to go and explore new places, but if you want to turn this into a fully-fledged career, you may want to think about taking big steps and moving completely.

The best cross country mover will always ensure that you can get somewhere safely and securely, but you may also want to think about setting up camp in one place for a lengthy period of time. This allows you to go and explore the food of a particular country, and this will give you far better insight into the overall culture of the place. We have to remember it’s not just about the food but about making sure that we are experiencing what a place is like through its culinary delights.

Quality Photography

In the realm of food blogging; it’s not just about the words but about the visual appeal. Taking the time to hone your photography skills and ensuring that food is always well-lit, and you have an understanding of some of the basic photography techniques will ensure that you can showcase the vibrant colours and textures of the dishes. The fact is that, when it comes to appealing to any audience through our blog, we’ve got to focus on image, first and foremost.

Tell a Story

A great food blog is not just about the recipes but is an insight into who you are and your relationship with the food itself, whether on a cultural level or a personal connection. We all have memories of parents or grandparents making food, and when we experience those dishes in a country on the other side of the world, it instantly transports us back to a simpler time, and we should learn to tell these stories with our recipes, whether we cook them ourselves or we are on a culinary quest.

Don’t Forget the Marketing

We have to also consider the importance of ensuring that when we are heading on an amazing adventure the right people can access our blog. Understanding the basics of SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) can significantly boost the visibility of your food blog and this means conducting keyword research and making sure that you can play the game in this respect. No matter how fantastic your blog is, if you’re not using the appropriate keywords then you won’t be discoverable by search engines so you won’t be able to attract a wider audience.

If you are looking at being a successful food blogger it’s not just culinary skills; it’s so much more, from storytelling to photography and playing the marketing game.

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Whether you’re looking for an autumn getaway or an adventurous summer, you can’t go wrong with planning a trip to Philadelphia. After all, there’s a reason that millions of people visit the city each year – whether they’re looking to soak up some of the rich cultures, explore the great outdoors, or try some delicious food! 

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Cooking and eating food is a big part of everyone’s day-to-day life, regardless of where you live in the world, or your lifestyle. Whether you are a parent, a young adult, or living alone, planning the meals that you will eat each week will be a part of your life. To try and make things easier for you, here are several things to consider when you are next planning your meals for the week.

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If you ever find yourself feeling tired during the day, this might be due to the food you have eaten. Some foods can energize our bodies while others can cause us to feel exhausted and sleepy.

As such, it’s a good idea to think carefully about what you put into your body each day. To help you make the right decisions, here are the do’s and don’ts of eating for energy.

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Trying to rate your capabilities as a cook, especially a home cook, can be a hard ask. It’s like trying to determine if you’re a good writer or a good artist. Even if a professional may say that your work needs objective improvement, if you have fans (in this case, a family that genuinely enjoys your cooking), you’ve already won.

That said, it’s always good to try and improve. Being a capable home cook opens the door to better nutrition, time-efficiency and safety in the kitchen, as well as enjoying this hobby instead of feeling obligated to it.

Eating healthy is essential for living a long and fulfilling life. But many of us don’t have the time or energy to spend hours in the kitchen preparing a nutritious meal. So is it possible to create deliciously healthy meals without spending your entire evening in the kitchen? This article explores how easy (or difficult) it can be to make delicious, nutritious recipes in an efficient manner.

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Being a new mum is exciting, emotional, and as all parents will know – tiring. But it’s all worth it to give your little one the love and care they need.

But sometimes, you can be so focused on taking care of your little one that you forget to take care of yourself, and that includes the little things like your skin and hair. They may seem trivial at this stage, but a little pampering now and then can make you feel more like yourself and help you get ready to take on the day.

For a new mum, low maintenance is key. Being able to get ready with minimal effort and still look incredible is the dream, and now, thanks to the latest and greatest in beauty treatments, you can make it a reality.

Take a look at these low-maintenance beauty tips that are perfect for new mums.

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Have you ever considered going vegan? It’s a question that happens every January as veganuary comes into effect. There are plenty of reasons to go vegan, from the amazing vegan menu that you can get in a restaurant to the health benefits that come with it.

If you’ve ever considered switching your diet from a meat eating one to a vegan one, you should know that this is a pretty big step. You want to ensure that your choices are good choices, whether you are vegan or not. So, why should you go vegan?

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