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Even though it has felt like spring for weeks in Charlotte, it was technically still Winter. That all ended yesterday with the first day of Spring! In honor of this day, my Mom decided to make a quiche inspired by Spring’s colors. Pin It March 21, 2012 - 11:45 am
I always wander into the NC trails and take photos like these, too, Taylor…although they’re not nearly as badass as yours…so beautiful, just like you mother’s roses shots…  March 21, 2012 - 11:47 am
Thanks Jasper!  March 21, 2012 - 11:49 am
Looks delicious and so pretty. Love the gorgeous yellow color. Perfect Spring time meal. Looking forward to trying out this recipe.  March 21, 2012 - 12:10 pm
It’s funny how quiche just “screams” spring. I just did a quiche post myself, and there’s something about the lightness, the simplicity of it, that is just perfect for saying goodbye to winter. Good luck on your first book!  March 21, 2012 - 6:17 pm
The yellow and orange pictures are wonderful and lift my mood instantly.  March 21, 2012 - 7:49 pm
We’re so excited about your book! We’ll be looking forward to hearing all about it! The quiche is beautiful – and no doubt delicious!  April 3, 2012 - 1:55 pm
Can’t wait for tomato and pepper season. This looks so cheery… and sounds delicious!  May 28, 2012 - 11:54 am
Hi, am new to your blog and must say highly impressed and happy that some one is taking the trouble in explaining food photographiy setups! I been enjoying all your posts and will love to see more on lighting and metering for food. The soups, creams, chocolate glaze etc. are all tricky subjects to meter along with natural/artificial lighting. That’s one topic, I’d really love to know more about!Thanks for sharing such useful information. Much regards, Rashmi.  June 5, 2012 - 5:59 pm
I thought that the picture that you started with, of the trees and then the quiche was brilliant. What an interesting way to have someone experience the earthiness, rustic appeal, and light texture of a quiche… like a tree in the wind.
Look at this pineapple. Looks like a normal pineapple, right? What if I told you that this wasn’t your normal pineapple… Pin It March 1, 2012 - 11:33 am
What’s the big project? I’m dying to know!!  March 5, 2012 - 2:40 pm
Hi Taylor, Thanks for sharing the tips. I’m just terrible at taking any kind of picture!!!  March 5, 2012 - 7:00 pm
Darling little pineapple! I thought it looked small in the first photo but I didn’t realize how small until the comparison. Such a good point, I will be paying much more attention to it from now on. BTW, very curious about the project! March 7, 2012 - 11:10 am
It’s pretty sad when on my run this morning I had visions of this photo, with the adorable little pineapple…while I thought “When it Taylor going to offer a tutorial! … I want to sign up! “
I know a few things about myself. I love BBQ and I am very very competitive. This past weekend, I learned how I can be competitive at BBQ. Before I go any further, let me dispel the idea that I cam going to join a competitive eating circuit. I am talking about competition BBQ cooking. Pin It February 14, 2012 - 12:57 pm
How interesting & fun! Good luck pursuing your dream of being a judge! Sounds like a dream job to me if there ever was one!  February 14, 2012 - 1:34 pm
Thanks for the informative post Taylor! I didn’t know they had classes in that but it sounds like fun! My husband and I love watching those competitions – it looks like a LOT of work but fun too! Thanks for the behind the scenes look at what goes on!  February 14, 2012 - 6:34 pm
So cool you found a BBQ class! I loveee BBQ. My boyfriend lives in Memphis and I think I’m going to Memphis in May this year. Let me know if you are planning on going or even better, judging! February 15, 2012 - 8:13 pm
Taylor, this is serious stuff…it might require a relocation on your part, however, are you prepared for this?  February 17, 2012 - 6:03 pm
What an exciting future ahead of you.  April 9, 2012 - 1:46 pm
Great Article! Good luck in your BBQ Journey…now run away before you are in too deep! If you make it down to Memphis in May, stop by our team booth and say hi. Neil Gallagher – Pitmaster
With Valentine’s Day less than a week away, you may be wondering what to get for your Valentine? Well, if your Valentine has an February 8, 2012 - 1:43 pm
You just took this whole bacon-sweet trend to a whole new level with toffee bits! Go you! February 8, 2012 - 2:01 pm
Thanks! I have another bacon post for Friday which goes even further.  February 8, 2012 - 3:56 pm
[...] blogger and photographer Taylor Mathis over at Taylor Takes a Taste piqued my interest and tastebuds with his luscious photo shoot of this most unholy matrimony. While [...]  February 8, 2012 - 9:54 pm
This is such a great idea! Yum…sweet and salty!  February 9, 2012 - 6:56 pm
Everything is better with bacon. Love the images! February 13, 2012 - 5:48 pm
you’re a man after my two-yr-old cousin James’ heart…I swear, he’d pair bacon with any food all the day long…these look really tasty Taylor! February 14, 2012 - 11:19 am
Thanks Jasper! Sounds like you have a smart cousin!
Yesterday was the Super Bowl. A time when everyone in the USA talks about football. Whether they are die hard fans or just there for the commercials, Super Bowl Sunday has become a holiday of sorts. As all holidays should, Super Bowl Sunday revolves around food. February 6, 2012 - 1:40 pm
hey there Taylor! I am not sure if you read Kath eats but she has been “working on a project too” and it turns out she’s preggers…i really hope this is not the kind of project you are working on… February 6, 2012 - 2:16 pm
Ha Ha no, that isn’t the project that I am working on  February 6, 2012 - 3:45 pm
Oh that boston cream pie looks freaking delicious.  February 6, 2012 - 4:21 pm
Your super bowl food looks amazing, and has got my mouth watering like crazy! I guess that is the mark of good food photography.  February 7, 2012 - 6:57 am
ALL the food looks so appetizing!! I especially love the wings and the steak!!! Well done. Hope you had a blast watching the game.
In a former life, this glass bottle did once hold a chocolaty and refreshing yoo-hoo. Now it has been re purposed for something far better (yes better than chocolate). Nope, those aren’t green beans. This bottle of filled with chilli peppers and inside is Hot Pepper Vinegar. Pin It February 3, 2012 - 9:19 am
Think this is my favorite post yet, and not just because I’m mentioned by name! There’s nothing better than pepper vinegar (accept maybe the smoky pulled pork it should be put on), and I loved the Smokehouse. I can attest to its sheer awesomeness. Also, the GIF is amazing. You’re as creative a photographer as I’ve ever seen. Keep it up! February 3, 2012 - 9:48 am
you know Taylor, I, simply, do not thin kone can hear this too often: Your photography and work is breath-taking. I just LOVE it! go check out my amateur food photography on my inside out flax blondies i just invented February 3, 2012 - 10:15 am
Thanks for the compliments Jasper. You are too kind. I will go take a look February 3, 2012 - 10:15 am
Thanks Mac. So glad you decided to stop for gas in Greenville. February 3, 2012 - 2:39 pm
My grandma grows Thai chili bushes, and they are very prolific, so I think making a bottle of this stuff is in order! Can’t wait to see how you used this  February 3, 2012 - 3:44 pm
Hi Taylor I so look forward to each and every one of your post. You’re an excellent photographer and an awesome tutor. Your tutorials are priceless for an amateur like myself. I couldn’t make your last one but I’m looking forward to meeting you in the near future at one of your upcoming photography seminars. Oh How I love GIF’s (cinemagraph)! I remember thinking ” I’ve got to learn how to do that” when Gilt Taste launched their site with the use of GIF”s. Can’t wait for your GIF tutorial:-)  February 4, 2012 - 2:34 pm
Hi taylor, actually how you put jalapenos inside the little bottle? February 4, 2012 - 5:27 pm
Thanks Bayu. I fit the pepper is bu cutting them so that they are thin enough to fit into the bottle.
If you like eating great food, talking about food, meeting other people who like talking about food, taking pictures of the great food you are eating, oh and of course eating more food, then a food blogging conference is for you. If you like all of these activities and love Southern Food the Foodblog South is the conference for you.  January 31, 2012 - 1:03 pm
Glad to know this turned out to be a great conference! I went to IFBC last summer in New Orleans and I had such a great time that I definitely want to attend more food blogger conferences. The trouble is finding one that’s close by. I am considering Foodblog South for next year, so I’m excited to hear it’s worth it! January 31, 2012 - 1:24 pm
looks like so much fun! are those boiled chickpeas?! January 31, 2012 - 7:46 pm
It sounds like you had a blast at the conference and learned a ton! I think any conference that serves southern food is sure to be a winner! CHEESE BISCUITS? we need some of that in CA February 3, 2012 - 8:36 am
[...] Monday after Food Blog South, I headed with my agent, Mac, down to Mobile, AL, for a press conference he had with one of his [...] February 9, 2012 - 10:34 pm
[...] This was the first blogger conference I’ve attended and it was a blast. Interesting sessions, cool speakers, friendly bloggers and an amazing food spread summed up a worthwhile weekend in Birmingham for this Southern Wannabe. I’m not attempting to recreate a summary post as fellow attendees have already written some terrific wrap-ups including Melissa @ Dash of East and Taylor @ Taylor Takes A Taste. [...]
This weekend, I will be heading down to Birmingham, AL, for Food Blog South. Here is a recap from last year’s inaugural Food Blog South With it being a new year and heading to a Food Blogging Conference, I decided it was finally time to order January 26, 2012 - 10:20 am
how to choose how to choose?! they’re all so great taylor! what’s your favorite? top left is awesome…but they all are! January 26, 2012 - 11:34 am
The cards look great, simple with a big statement! I’ve heard of Moo cards before, I may have to check them out. Currently I print my own but they just don’t look as professional!  January 26, 2012 - 11:52 am
I use MOO for my business cards too! It is so simple yet so perfect for food blogs and food photography!
Last week was the two year anniversary of Taylor Takes a Taste. Its a little late, but here is a cupcake to celebrate! Notice anything different about the cupcake? January 23, 2012 - 2:13 pm
YES to the tutorial for gif’s!! Love what you said about the limits only being your creativity and problem-solving.  January 23, 2012 - 2:31 pm
Those cupcakes are perfect!  January 23, 2012 - 3:26 pm
Thanks for the GIF tutorial! Your posts are always so informative and drool worthy good!  January 24, 2012 - 9:36 am
I’d love a tutorial on GIFs as I’ve never known where to start with them. I must admit that I hadn’t thought of using them in a food blog either but you make it work and it definitely adds interest! January 24, 2012 - 12:34 pm
Sarah, Shumaila, and AnnGlad you liked the GIF. I need to do a lot more testing before I write a tutorial, but I will probably do one in the next month or so. Thanks for the comments!  January 25, 2012 - 10:26 am
That *is* pretty neat. I also get a childish giggle from this animated dog vs cat GIF. http://t.bigboxcar.com/post/15636674581
2 years ago today, I started Taylor Takes a Taste! Wow the last 2 years have flown by! Here is a recap from year one, and now for a recap of year 2. January 16, 2012 - 12:14 pm
Congrats on 2 years Taylor and on all of your success! You deserve it! I love your blog and your photos are always so great! I also love that you share photography tips with the rest of us. Hope you have many more successful years ahead! January 16, 2012 - 1:05 pm
Happy 2nd blogiversary!!!  January 16, 2012 - 1:17 pm
Congratulations on 2 years, and thank you for continuing to do what you do .. I’ve been following your blog for the better part of the 2 years and really enjoy it, being a “food person” and a photographer, your work is inspiring! January 16, 2012 - 2:18 pm
Wow, what a great two years! I think you could definitely say you’ve had some big highlights in the past year. I’m of course speaking of that delicious peaches and cream pie.  January 16, 2012 - 5:29 pm
This is one of the best recaps I’ve seen! A good look back at your 2nd year. Congrats! January 16, 2012 - 5:35 pm
Thank you Melissa! I appreciate you following! January 16, 2012 - 5:35 pm
Thanks Ann! Looking forward to year 3!  January 17, 2012 - 1:28 am
Congratulations! It’s always a treat to read your posts and the lovely images.  January 17, 2012 - 4:39 am
Congratulations! I love your blog!!!!! January 17, 2012 - 12:02 pm
Happy Birthday Taylor! You are the most skilled and brilliant two-year-old I’ve, ever, known! Thanks for letting me follow you! – Jasper  January 17, 2012 - 4:59 pm
Happy anniversary! I love reading and looking at your photos! And I try to learn something from your tips all the time too!  January 17, 2012 - 8:18 pm
Congratulations…you do beautiful work and I’ve enjoyed following you. January 17, 2012 - 10:15 pm
Thanks Joan! So glad that you have enjoyed the blog! January 17, 2012 - 10:15 pm
Thanks Marci! January 17, 2012 - 10:16 pm
Thanks Jasper! I’m looking forward to year 3! January 17, 2012 - 10:16 pm
Thanks Sonia! January 17, 2012 - 10:17 pm
Thanks Tru! so glad you have found the information helpful! I will keep an LA workshop in mind January 17, 2012 - 10:18 pm
Thanks Katie! glad you liked the recap January 20, 2012 - 3:23 pm
Congrats mon frère. Couldn’t be happier for you. I expect this won’t be the only good news to announce this year… January 21, 2012 - 9:16 pm
I’ve been following along with you for the past year. I adore your blog. You’re extremely talented and I always love finding out what projects you are working on. Thanks for all the photography tips. Would love to attend a food styling/photography class if you come to TX.  February 1, 2012 - 7:59 pm
I just found your blog today and I wanted to tell you that I love it! Thank you so much for taking the time to make photography tutorials, I am going to try out the techniques for my own baking blog. Also, happy two year bloggiversary! I’m looking forward to your posts for the next year!
Taylor Takes a Taste is turning 2 next week! With that, I am trying to post a few things from 2011 that I haven’t gotten to yet. This restaurant stop is from my October tailgating trip to Gainesville, FL. Here is what I found at Satchel’s Pizza. January 13, 2012 - 2:37 pm
That salad looks amaaaazing! I am craving some really badly now.  January 13, 2012 - 6:25 pm
YESSSSSS!!! I’m at UF grad school now and everyone talks nonstop about Satchels (in all honesty, I’ve yet to go).  February 27, 2012 - 5:55 pm
I’m a Florida Alum so I’m very glad to hear you loved Satchel’s! |
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Cate O'Malley - Love the little orange zest heart in the first photo – too cute!
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