Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Philly Area Food & Drink Writer Meet-Up

Pin It Now! This weekend, I had the expressed pleasure to attend a Philly Area Food & Drink Writer Meet-Up at R2L Restaurant.

R2L is a fantastic restaurant, for those who are unfamiliar, with breathtaking views of the downtown Philadelphia buildings. I work in the same building in which R2L is located, and my office has the same view; however, there is a certain mystique within the walls of R2L that the view takes my breath away, as if I had just seen it for the first time.



It was an incredible workshop with delicious food and cocktails.




The exceedingly talented Eric Mencher shared with us a wealth of knowledge on food photography.

Priceless, priceless information was given.



Did I mention the food?! I have been dreaming of the lobster mac & cheese ever since.

They were so kind to set the dishes we tasted during the cocktail hour in such a way that we could practice honing our photography skills.



Yum?!




Double triple yum?!




Poor donut didn't even stand a chance.



Behind the scenes?



It was such a great time. I really urge you to go to R2L, if you are ever in Philadelphia.





17 comments:

  1. This is a great write-up Emily, I didn't know you were in the Philly area with Chef D. That food looked too good to eat, well almost. I bet you picked up lots of great tips from everyone.
    -Gina-

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  2. I need to find a food festival - fast. Beautiful coverage of a glorious time.

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  3. Good food and good time, what could be better?

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  4. Ok, this makes me want a new camera more than ever hahaha. What an event! Gorgeous views, great information and that food? Lobster anything=amazing!

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  5. Great photos! I like the chilled out laid back mood of the last few. Thanks so much for inviting me!

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  6. This looks like so much fun. We have nothing like this locally. I might have to start travelling up to Toronto occasionally and see if they have some there. Where I live is the culinary black hole. You are so lucky!

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  7. WOW! Im so jealous. Look at those BEAUTIFUL plates.

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  8. I bet being greeted at the entrance with a glass of champagne helped transform it from a work atmosphere to a fun one:) It was so great to see you! Love the last couple of pics. I agree with Keeley. They set a chilled out/laid back vibe.

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  9. Very cool event indeed, looks amazing. And more power to foodphotography tips and help,looks like you leaned and honed a lot right there, great photos

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  10. Emily, it sounds like a fantastic experience. I must admit to a bit of envy:-) Everything looks wonderful. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...Mary

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  11. Thanks for bringing the big city food festival experience to a Vermont Kitchen.

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  12. I love your photos & recap! Great meeting you and the rest of the Philly bloggers. Catch you on the blogs & networks!

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  13. Beautiful photos (I especially like the photo at the very top of the martini glass)! And thanks for the kind words--it was a fun day!

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  14. I love your photography here! Hey, I am only 2 hours away, where was my invitation? ; )

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  15. Love restaurant shots! What a fun day :)

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  16. Great to meet you there! Loooove that last pic.

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  17. What a fantastic experience! Love the food pictures and the behind the scenes of the food pictures. :)

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