Conceptual
“Many aspects of my method are based on my feeling and experience. For instance, I always give my bird a generous butter massage before I put it in the oven. Why? Because I think the chicken likes it and, more important, “I” like to give it.” – Julia Child.
“Sex is good, but not as good as fresh, sweet corn.” – Garrison Keillor.
Prepared food is overrated photographically. As are food stylists. There are many ways to conceptualize, deconstruct or make a recipe sexy. Following are some examples.