Note: Padaek celebrated its 1 year blog anniversary yesterday (Thursday, 11th). Please help celebrate the special day by reading the post and entering the food poetry competition for a chance to win a lovely prize. Yippeee!
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The problem with posting/sharing a post like this is the worry of possibly offending fellow bloggers who are not included in the list. It crossed my mind that by writing this list and not including some bloggers in it, some bloggers might take offence or think that they’re not good or important/special enough. For this reason, I was hesitant about posting this post/list. But let me reassure you that the intention of the post comes from a good place. That is, to share information and benefit other bloggers/readers.
Anyhow, I’m going ahead with the list, and I want to reiterate that I simply want to share some of my favourite blogs with you, and not to place judgement on which blogs are the best or not. There are many excellent blogs out there. You know who you are. I personally know how difficult it can be to write/maintain a blog (although, it can be very rewarding too). And as far as I’m concerned, if you have a food blog and enjoy what you’re doing, then I’m pretty certain that your blog is awesome!
For this post, I want to keep it simple and share 5 (mostly food) blogs with you which I personally enjoy following and reading. I think it’s so grand that we blog about food, but we all do it in such different ways. I love that our unique personalities are reflected in our blog/work. I remember recently mentioning to a friend that this blog is sort of like my art. It’s a hobby, a job, a passion, and an opportunity to write and express/share creativity. If you’re a blogger, I think you’d understand what I mean by this, because I’ve seen/read some wonderful/beautiful blogs out there. Blogs are our work of art. It is our pride and joy.
I would like to mention that just because I’ve listed the following blogs, and enjoy reading and recommend them, this does not mean that I consider myself to be on a par with them, or even come close to the level of quality of their work. In fact, quite the contrary. All of the blogs/bloggers that I’ve listed are ones that inspire me and whom I respect. I particularly admire their work, writing, storytelling, and photography.
Garden Amateur
I’ve been reading/following Jamie’s garden/food blog for a few years now. It’s a collection of masterly crafted and entertaining stories about gardening, plants, food and travel. His writing style is wonderful and easy to read/follow. It flows and appears effortlessly written. His posts are always interesting and enjoyable to read. Jamie’s skill with words and writing is an inspiration. His photography is down to earth and beautiful also. His artist wife Pamela Horsnell also has a blog, which is great to visit to view some of her lovely artworks.
Local Milk
I’m not sure how I stumbled on Beth’s blog, but I’m glad that I did. I’ve only read a few of her posts, but I’m already mesmerized with her work, both her beautiful writing and photography. Her blog is a work of art. It’s filled with gorgeous, moody photos and lovely, entertaining storytelling.
Bizzy Lizzy’s Good Things
Lizzy was one of the first supporters of my blog through social media. That aside, I love reading and following her well curated and entertaining food blog. Her writing is excellent and always a joy to read. Her photos are real and beautiful, and her recipes are appetizing and approachable. Lizzy has vast knowledge about food and her blog is a great source for stories, news and inspiration.
Wino sapien
I discovered Wino sapiens via Aussie Food Bloggers. I’m quite new to the blog but from what I’ve read so far, I think it’s a special blog. I like Edward’s style and approach to blogging. He posts regularly and his writing is succinct, clear and entertaining. His photos are down to earth and effectively captured. There are recipes and reviews, both restaurant and wine. His reviews of wine are poetic and has opened up a whole new world for me.
Grab Your Fork
If you’re an Aussie foodie or food blogger, there’s a good chance that you already know of Grab Your Fork. It’s one of the first and original Australian food blogs. It’s a database of restaurant reviews, and some recipes too. Helen’s writing and photos are superb, and have set a benchmark for some food bloggers to aspire to. Her writing is lovely, eloquent and poetic. Every post is a guarantee for an entertaining read.
There you go – a few of my favourite blogs that I want to share with you. You should give them a visit and check them out when you can if you haven’t already done so, because I think they’re all pretty awesome and think you’ll enjoy them too. There are many other excellent/brilliant food blogs that I love/enjoy reading of course, including yours probably. However, I only wanted to present 5 for this post so that it didn’t get too long/boring. Besides, that’s all I have time for. I’ll share more of my favourite blogs with you on later posts. Until then, happy eating and reading, and writing and photographing!
Good morning Padaek! If it was the first two years of my blogging I would’ve of been offended that I wasn’t on this list of your favorite blogs to read. But as time went by and I really evaluated why I blog in the first place. I wanted to be able to write without having to complete with other bloggers because I’ve read blogs many years before I began blogging myself. But you know, the numbers of followers and other prettier blogs of others (I kind of judge a blog by it’s design, lol!) got to me where I don’t enjoy my own blog anymore. I took a step back and started watering my own grass:)
Anyway, before I write a novel here, thank you for the lists of your favorite blogs and I will check them out as I’m always on the look for good reading. Cheers!
Hi Ping,
Thanks for your comment. I have so many favourite blogs that it would be very difficult to write and list them all, yours included. I like your view on blogging, and its the best to be. That is, to write for enjoyment and without the worry if it is good enough compared to others. I enjoy reading blogs, and almost everyday, it seems I’m inspired by new blogs or new content. It really motivates me to work harder and better my blogging/writing skills, etc. What these blogs have taught me is to love my work and enjoy being creative, and that blogging is a great outlet for it. I can’t wait to read your novel! I hope/think you’ll like the recommendations. Best wishes Ping! :)
Novel? It’s an expression of not wanting to comment like I’m going to write a novel, hehehe. No actual novel in the process:) Oh yes I do like the recommendations especially Local Milk. Love her photos!
Hi Ping. I know, but I still think you should write a novel sometime. :) Love Local Milk’s work. I thought you’d like it too. I think the whole package of a blog counts – design included. :)
What a lovely Christmas gift for us! I have loved and followed Liz forever and I have read every one of Helen’s posts since I became aware what a ‘blog’ was. Have just subscribed to ‘Garden Amateur’ and shall keep my eye open to the others in your fave stable! Thank you!!
Hi Eha, Thank you. I love great pictures/photos, but now am enjoying writing more also. Liz and Helen are master at their craft. The others in the list are also awesome. So much great stuff about. Best wishes! :)
What great choices and all but one are sites I love too. The other is new and I’m off to check it out now!
Thank you Maureen! I love following/reading my food blogs. So many great ones around. It can sometimes be difficult to keep up with it all. Interesting how some blogs don’t just write about food, but write about other topics too. Best wishes! :)
Awww thank you so much for the shout-out and very kind words! I agree – it can be hard to narrow down your favourite reads to just five. I think it’s testament to the depth of talent in food blogging that makes it so hard to choose!
Hi Helen,
Your blog is so great, and I’m pretty sure you have many fans. Thanks for your continued selfless support, like other bloggers in the community. Yes, so many great food bloggers around, local and overseas, and I want to list so much more, but these top five are a good start. Best wishes! :)
Aww…was late in congratulating you for your 1st anniv…Anyways, here’s a toast for your blog! More years to come, Padaek! More Haikus, more unique recipes, more great photos!!!
Julie & Alesah
Gourmet Getaways xx
Thank you Julie & Alesah,
I appreciate your continued support and encouragement. Wishing you and your family a very safe and happy festive season. Merry Christmas! :)
Congratulations on your blog’s 1 year anniversary and Happy Holidays!
Thanks for your support Kevin, I really appreciate it. Wishing you both a safe and wonderful festive season also. :)
Beautiful list of blogs, I’d already heard of Local Milk which is magical. I’ve been checking out the others for a couple of days which has kept me out of trouble!
A very happy Christmas to you and yours ♥
Thanks Emma! Glad you like the list of some of my favourite blogs. So many great blogs around, including yours – it’s such a great medium. Merry Christmas Emma! X :D
I follow quite a few of these blogs too. Lovely choice :) Not offended at all, don’t be silly! Blogging is all about sharing!
Thank you Shu Han. Glad you like these blogs also. Lol, definitely – sharing is caring. Have a safe and awesome Christmas and new year. :)
Congratulations on your 1st bloggiversary! Great round up of the 5.
Thanks very much Sara. I appreciate it. Glad you like the round up of blogs. Wishing you and yours a safe and happy Christmas. :)