Food writing cliches

Here is a link to list of food writing cliches to avoid. Here is another list of food words to avoid.

Finding Food Story Ideas

Spotting trends and developing story ideas can be challenging. Here is a great resource for finding new ways of writing about organic food. Here is a great resource for writing about food truck economics. Speaking of food & economics, here is a great resource for evaluating food prices. Here are some food story ideas that you may be able to localize. Food blogs are also a great resource. Food Politics is one of my favorites. Localization of national programs can lead to great stories. Here is a national program that provides free breakfasts for low-income children. Is there a Central Florida connection?

Food Regulation Column

Here is a great column that examines food regulation by the government.

Farmers, the Drought & YouTube

Farmers are using YouTube to demonstrate the impact of the drought. Here is the NPR story. This could be a great localization trend story idea.

Food prices story

Here is a link to a food prices story from the Seattle Times. It is close to what we talked about in class on Tuesday.

Newspaper Food Photography

From the Chicago Tribune's food section.

AFJ & Ethics

On Tuesday, we will be talking about food journalism history. Part of that history is the development of what is now known at the Association of Food Journalists and that organization's Code of Ethics. It can be found here. Food critics guidelines can be found here.

History of the Food Pyramid

Here is an interesting history of the food pyramid from the Huff Post. Note the changes over time.

Will Write for Food Book

This is the book that I mentioned in class on Tuesday, Will Write for Food. If you decide to order a copy - be sure to get the most recent edition which includes food blogging.

Delays in Food safety Regulation

Yesterday, Diane Rehm's program on NPR focused on delays in food safety regulation. Here is a link to the transcript. Just a warning that you may not find melons tasty for some time.

L.A. Weekly Looking for Food Writing Intern

The publication L.A. Weekly is looking for an intern for its food section. Here is the information. It has one of the best newspaper food blogs in the country.

2011/2012 Edition of the A.P. Stylebook

In 2011, the Associated Press has announced that the new stylebook includes a new section on food writing. According to the press release: "“With all the cooking shows, blogs and magazines focusing on food, as well as growing interest in organic and locally sourced foods, our new food section feels timely and on trend,” said Colleen Newvine, product manager of the AP Stylebook. “With this new addition to the AP Stylebook, The Associated Press is proud to bring clarity to the writing that describes and informs the new food movement.”

The 2012 edition includes new sections on fashion and social media.