Why Become A Food Writer?
In the last decade, food writing has exploded. Glossy magazines devoted to the culinary arts overflow newsstands. Regional and city magazines review restaurants, report on food events, cover new wine releases, and even interview celebrity chefs. And the number of food-related television and radio shows produced today out number many traditional sitcoms and televised series. In fact, every newspaper in America now includes a food section. And let us not forget about the Internet. Websites abound with recipes and content covering: ethnic foods, vegetarian dishes, weight loss meals, highly nutritious foods, and specialized areas such as baking and gourmet coffees. In the last year alone dozens of food magazines launched including CHOW, Cooking Smart, Everyday Food, Cooking with Paula Deen, Relish, and more. Regional dining magazines now cover every corner of the continent. Whether you want to make food writing your life’s purpose or just add it to your cooking or writing repertoire, oppor
