I’ve decided to go for it… I’m throwing my proverbial hat into the proverbial ring (or should I rather say I’m throwing my whisk into the pot?) for Foodbuzz’s Project Food Blog!
Challenge #1: Create a post that defines you as a food blogger.
As a food blogger, many times we’re lumped into various categories. There are the “daily meal” and “blog every bite” bloggers. There are the weight loss/healthy eating bloggers. There are the foodie runner bloggers. There are the vegans, the raw foodists, the carnivores, the Paleo-eaters, and the flexitarians. I must not forget the wine bloggers, the bakers, the family-meal bloggers, the restaurant-reviewing bloggers and the gluten-free bloggers…
And then there’s me.
I’ve never been one to fit perfectly into one crowd, but rather someone who fits well in many crowds.
I don’t blog every bite. I don’t run. What I DO is stay true to myself, and cook with every part of myself, heart and soul, and don’t worry about “fitting in.”
So, who, exactly, am I?
I’m a weeknight-ambitious-cooking,
Vegetable-adoring
Totally-omnivorous
Spice-enhanced
Cupcake-baking
Cute-food-obsessed
Dinner-party-throwing
Macaroni-and-cheese perfecting
Sushi-addicted
Fur-baby-mama
{ 48 comments… read them below or add one }
IT’S A WRAP!!! You win
VeggieGirl´s last [type] ..VG & Suave Slav Hit The Big Apple- Part 7 Official VGTV Dance Lessons & Special Guest Appearances!
Thank you friend!!!
This is a great post, Mara!
BethT´s last [type] ..Not Enough Time
Thanks Beth!!! It was really fun to write!
this is a fabulous overview of your talent… and I LOVE the last photo… you look so beautiful and happy !
Kristina´s last [type] ..HALLOWEENIE !
Love it, Mara! I love how you are so true to yourself throughout the whole thing! Good luck!
Lara (Thinspired)´s last [type] ..Wordless Wednesday- How Many Containers
OMG Mara I absolutely love it! Seriously — it gave me goosebumps!! I’m glad you’re going to be my competition! Even if we don’t win, we can say we tried – right?
Christina´s last [type] ..Pork and Apples
Exactly!!!
In other words, you are a hot spicy Mama! Might as well wear a t-shirt that says Hot Cross buns!
Sorry, I got that from a random movie. Glad you entered, because you’re a worthy contender! You’re real, passionate, bubbling with positive energy and enthusiasm. A great gem to the foodie world!
I’m blushing!!! Thank you!!
I just LOVE your entry post!!!! You are awesome Mara!
Lauren´s last [type] ..There is a New Love in My Life
This is completely beautiful and fabulous. Beautiful photos, refreshing, real, and delicious!
Meghan@traveleatlove´s last [type] ..Simplicity
Seriously in love with this post! I loved remembering some of the food pictures/recipes and I love how you go big or go home in the kitchen.
leanne´s last [type] ..The Urge
Love your post! I’m finishing the details of mine, but almost done! Maybe I’ll post it tomorrow..
Nikki (Pennies on a Platter)´s last [type] ..Buffalo Chicken Bites
LOVE this entry! Good luck!!
Cate´s last [type] ..Arab Table Lentil and Chard Stew
Absolutely, hands down, my #1 PFBS entry so far. I’m not entering because it just doesn’t feel like me, and I’ve been skimming (and already tiring of) the dozens of entries I’ve read, but I thoroughly enjoyed every word and photo of this one.
You’ve got my vote…and not just because I want you to come to SF. Your blog is inspiring to me through and through! You are a star!
Mama Pea´s last [type] ..Smart as a Whip
I think this is one of the best ones I’ve read so far. You’re so talented, as a writer, a photographer, and a cook! Love it.
Love this post! Your photography is awesome.
Love it Mara!
So happy you are entering the fold! Holy moly – when you put all of your gorgeous photos in one post it really makes you shine.
A true foodie and blogger if I ever saw/read one! Go you!!!! I agree with Mama Pea!
Jenn (eating bender)´s last [type] ..I SPI With My Eye- Belgians Bananas!
Yay! I love this post!
You take the most beautiful pictures Mara. Oh, and you’re pretty darn good at cooking the food in them too
Mary (What’s Cookin’ with Mary)´s last [type] ..Cabernet Meat Sauce
I came to check out the competition and you look strong! So much bright beautiful food. Good Luck. GREG
Thank you!!
What an amazing post! The pics are beautiful and the food looks to die for! I am a new blogger and feel like I don’t really fit in any one genre. I love how you put it! This is my fave food blogger project post so far!!! You’ve got my vote!
Becca@Start Over From Scratch´s last [type] ..Playing Catch Up
Thanks so much! I’m excited for voting to start
my favorite entry so far – fantastic. Mara
shannon (the daily balance)´s last [type] ..Daily Delish – Taco Bake – true- messy deliciousness
Thanks Shannon!!! Means a lot
ashandlewplus2.comThank you for sharing your life. I look forward to reading more. I will be posting my project food buzz entry tomorrow. Check it out and let me know what you think.
Ashlee
http://www.ashandlewplus2.com
mara i LOVE your entry! it has been so fun seeing everyone’s entries.. yours rocks. i love your blog and all the meals you always feature! great recipes. best of luck! xo
janetha g.´s last [type] ..lead legs
Mara,
I think you just summed up — so much better than I ever could — exactly why you are as special as you are. You don’t fit into any of the “crowds” we frequent. You are totally unique, totally honest, and totally free of BS, and that’s why I love you so much.
That, and your love of food. Thanks for inspiring me with your culinary enthusiasm, and thanks for always having greeted my raw foodie crazy eats with an open mind and heart. I love you for it.
xo
LOVE this. Fabulous picture, and the words captured you perfectly.
Awesome. I decided not to enter, mostly because I just don’t have the time, but you have my support
And should you end up in SF for the festival, try and get up the coast so we can meet and have sushi!
Marianne´s last [type] ..Pizza MacGyver
My fav part of your blog is the food pics! Everything looks so delicious!
Love the spectrum of this post, and your food photography is stunning!
Good luck in the contest!
A pictures says a 1000 words, and I think you have summed it up perfectly!!! I loved this post, and I am new to your blog, but fully enjoy it. Good luck!!
kristin @ delishliving´s last [type] ..Challenge 1- Ready- Set- Blog- The Realities of Kristin’s Kitchen
Love the post, great pics! Congrats on the recent wedding and good luck in the contest!
What a fun way to introduce yourself for PFB – I love it! The lil’ furry ones are adorable too, btw. I also have a black kitty, so perhaps I’m a little biased towards yours
Good luck in the competition!
angi´s last [type] ..A Case of Culinary Wanderlust
Kudos to you, friend.
I love your entry, most for the reason that it is real. You took a great approach, making your post stand out from many others I have encountered, without being “over the top.”
FoodCents´s last [type] ..FRIDAY FREAK…
I am so impressed with this post. It really does sum you up perfectly. I have a lot to live up to! Good Luck Sweetie!
Voted for you, lady!
Yay! I voted for you!
Mary (A Merry Life)´s last [type] ..Black Bean Enchiladas
Great photos and good luck in the challenge!
foodbuzz.comStunning pictures, you bare an awesome cook. You have my vote. Good luck!
Thas
http://www.foodbuzz.com/project_food_blog/challenges/1/view/667
This is one of the best heart-felt posts I’ve found in awhile.
<3 your honesty.
I will be back for more!
Mads´s last [type] ..Taco Pizza
I don’t think I’ve been here before, but your blog is absolutely stunning!
Heather´s last [type] ..Feta-Chicken Pasta aka Boy Bait Pasta
Thank you so much heather!
your pictures are beautiful…seriously!
you got my vote
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