Presenting exquisite food on a plate is a new form of gastronomic creativity known as "plating". Story on a Plate explores plates in all its glory, delving into the inspirations, artistry, and techniques behind some of the most imaginative and visually compelling plating across the globe.
Through profiles of industry stars, how-to guides, and creative analysis; Story on a Plate invites you to learn simple ideas and techniques that will elevate your own plates of food from sustenance to high art.
Celebrate a new breed of chefs, photographers, and food stylists who are taking a fresh, daring, and gorgeous approach to the way food is plated. These visionaries are using color, texture, and form to transform the presentation of food into both an art form and an opportunity for storytelling.
Whether it's an eye-popping meditation on rhubarb served in Amsterdam, an egg nestled on a bed of hay in London, or a whimsical ode to honey in Hong Kong, these are dishes that will whet both your appetite and imagination.