Writing Recipes to Read in Bed: The Art of Irresistible Culinary Prose
DISCOVER THE RECIPE FOR COMPELLING FOOD WRITING
Do you swoon at the warm wit of Nora Ephron or the lyrical musings of MFK Fisher? Do you want to transport readers beyond the kitchen? To nourish their imaginations and give them something to savour?
You can up your literary game with a handful of clever – and learnable – food writing techniques.
In this two-hour workshop, you'll discover how to infuse your work with the narrative qualities that invite readers to curl up with a cup of tea or glass of wine and your words.
We’ll be covering:
• The crucial distinction between functional recipe writing and literary food prose
• Techniques for weaving memory, place, and emotion into culinary pieces
• How to extend sensory description beyond taste to create immersive experiences
• Narrative structures that transform recipes into stories worth telling
• How to develop your unique voice while honouring the traditions of great literary food writing
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This workshop is perfect for:
• Food writers aiming to lift their words beyond straight facts and instruction
• Cooks wanting to make their sentences as memorable as their dishes
• Aspiring food columnists and newsletter publishers
• Content creators hoping to distinguish themselves in the crowded food space
• Memoirists and other non-fiction writers looking to explore culinary themes
• Anyone who’d like to add literary weight to a food book proposal
WHAT YOU’LL TAKE AWAY
In addition to a fun, engaging session you’ll come away with:
• A deeper understanding of how good food storytelling works and what makes the greats great
• Practical techniques you can apply immediately to your next piece
• Inspiring ideas for new approaches to articles, newsletters and even books
• A workbook filled with examples and exercises to prompt brilliant content in the months to come
Ready to start carving your niche in the rich tradition of literary food writing? To create recipes that aren't just cooked, but read and remembered?
Register now using the button above. Spaces are limited to ensure personalized attention.
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