In the month of December, I captured 17 different food-focused photoshoots, showcasing the diverse flavors of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.

From charming bistros to upscale eateries, I had the privilege of documenting the culinary craftsmanship of passionate chefs and artisans. Among these shoots, six stand out as personal favorites.

Pictured from top-left to bottom-right:

- Cantierre Hambirerria, NoLita (Manhattan)
- Chili Wok (ghost kitchen out of Jade Eatery), Forest Hills, Queens
- Cotra, Gowanus (Brooklyn)
- San Marzano, East Village (Manhattan)
- Jackson’s Eatery, Long Island City (Queens)
- The Grits Shop, Bushwick (Brooklyn)

Despite the limitations of adhering to the strict shooting guides and standards set by delivery platforms like UberEats and DoorDash, I always make to sure to capture "extras" for both personal enjoyment and to enhance my portfolio.

Here are some of my favorite images from this shoot (click/tap to view full size and un-cropped):

To see more examples of this style of photography, visit my food and dining gallery >>

All images in this blog post were shot on a Nikon D850 using a 24-85mm zoom lens, and all individually post-processed in Adobe Lightroom using custom-built presets.

Jinnifer Douglass is a full-time freelance photographer based in NYC, shooting for both individuals and brands such as Google, Sotheby’s, Uber, Make Up For Ever, Squarespace, and more! Specializing in portraits, food, and special events, she works to make every piece of your social and website content ‘Insta-worthy’ with high resolution, full-frame DSLR photography and expert Lightroom editing. Interested in chatting? Leave a comment below, or send an email to info@jinyc-photo.com!