How Do You Be A Food Critic?
A food writer knows as much about good writing as he does about the ingredients of the fanciest meals. Step 1 Write well. A good food critic is a storyteller, not just a knowledgeable diner. Step 2 Immerse yourself in your subject. Be knowledgeable about food, and read everything you can about food and dining. Step 3 Attend a culinary school or work in a professional kitchen, if possible. It’s invaluable experience for a food critic. Step 4 Be enthusiastic about the subject; the reader can sense your passion in your prose. Step 5 Cultivate your palette. Experience eating a wide variety of foods. Step 6 Have some understanding of how a restaurant kitchen works, and know how mass production affects food. Step 7 Describe the meal in detail; what does it look, smell and taste like? Step 8 Give an in-depth picture of the entire meal, including descriptions of the restaurant and its decor. Detail how all aspects of the restaurant and the service contribute to the dining experience. Step 9 Do
