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#19 - HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (PART 1)
#19 - HOW TO WRITE A BOOK (PART 1)

In today’s solo episode (19) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE podcast, I’m sharing the 5 lessons I have learned so far on my book writing journey, focusing specifically on how to get started and take those all important first steps. Here’s exactly what you can expect from today’s episode…

  • I share why now is the best time to start writing your book

  • I speak about the R-word, rejection, and why it can be a great teacher. I also talk about how I’ve coped with it on my journey so far

  • I discuss why perfecting your book proposal is key

  • I talk about why I’m currently not pursuing the self publishing route

  • I reveal what my book is about

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food photography, food styling, instagram, social media, food blogging, goal setting, podcastK J Espinel
#18 - IS PLASTIC FREE THE NEW BLACK WITH CHRISTINE WONG
#18 - IS PLASTIC FREE THE NEW BLACK WITH CHRISTINE WONG

In today’s episode (18) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Christine Wong, plant-based food blogger, plastic-free advocate and author of the cookbook The Plantiful Plate. We talk about the rise of the plastic-free movement within the food blogging space, on instagram and beyond. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • I candidly talk about how much I love the plastic-free movement, but dislike the self righteousness I see attached to it occasionally as well

  • Christine talks about the first steps she took on her journey to living plastic free

  • Christine speaks openly about what shifting focus on instagram has meant for her and her brand

  • We discuss whether the plastic free movement is having a ‘‘moment’’ on instagram

  • We discuss the role that food bloggers play when it comes to food waste and plastic usage

  • We explore sponsored posts, staying true to your values, distinguishing between need and want and minimalism

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food blogging, food photography, instagram, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#17 - THE BEAUTY OF BAKING WITH JULIAN ANGEL
#17 - THE BEAUTY OF BAKING WITH JULIAN ANGEL

In today’s episode (17) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Julian Angel, baker extraordinaire, food photographer and the food blogger behind Historias del Ciervo. We talk about how he started his now super successful baking blog, how he learned to develop his voice and unique style and what it really took to leave his 9-5 job and pursue baking and blogging full-time. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • I explain why this episode is my most favourite to date and why Julian’s words moved me to tears

  • Julian introduces himself

  • Julian explains how he started his successful blog, Historias del Ciervo

  • We talk about creativity and what it looks like to explore all aspects of it

  • Julian outlines how he transitioned from his 9-5 to blogging and baking full-time

  • Julian shares what it really takes to become a master baker and we talk through the art of practice and dedication to one’s craft

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food blogging, food photography, instagram, food styling, social media, podcastK J Espinel
#16 - HOW TO GET FEATURED BY SAVEUR MAGAZINE
#16 - HOW TO GET FEATURED BY SAVEUR MAGAZINE

In today’s episode (16) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Alex Testere, senior associate editor at the renowned food magazine SAVEUR. We talk about what it really takes to get your work noticed by the SAVEUR team, how to write good food stories and have a chance at winning that elusive SAVEUR food blogger award. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • I talk through my impressions of the Saveur Blog Awards 2018 and what it really means to win

  • Alex introduces himself

  • Alex explains how ideas for features in the magazine come together

  • Alex outlines how to pitch to have your work featured in Saveur Magazine

  • Alex breaks down the steps involved in developing an initial pitch for the magazine into a featured narrative

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food blogging, podcast, food photography, instagramK J Espinel
#15 - SUCCESS BEYOND THE FOOD BLOG WITH TARA O'BRADY
#15 - SUCCESS BEYOND THE FOOD BLOG WITH TARA O'BRADY

In today’s episode (15) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Tara O’Brady, food writer, TV host and author of the cookbook SEVEN SPOONS. We talk about how being a food blogging pioneer, loving the complexity of food and owning her profession, allowed Tara to develop a thriving career in food. Here’s what else you can expect from today’s episode …

  • Tara talks about how she started her blog over a decade ago and what the food blogging landscape was like at the time

  • Tara outlines how she got into writing freelance for food magazines

  • Tara discusses how her cookbook deal enabled her to moved into TV

  • Tara shares her top tip on how to help people within the TV industry notice you and your work

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food blogging, podcast, food photography, instagramK J Espinel
#14 - HOW TO TURN YOUR PASSION FOR FOOD INTO A CAREER WITH OLIA HERCULES
#14 - HOW TO TURN YOUR PASSION FOR FOOD INTO A CAREER WITH OLIA HERCULES

In today’s episode (14) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Olia Hercules, chef, food stylist and cookbook author of the award winning cookbooks MAMUSHKA and KAUKASIS. We talk about how she turned her passion for food into an incredibly successful career. Here’s what you can expect from today’s episode …

  • Olia introduces herself

  • Olia talks about how she discovered her love for food and cooking

  • Olia shares her top tip for those seeking a career in food

  • Olia openly discussed the setbacks she encountered along the way

  • We talk about the process of writing her award winning debut cookbook MAMUSHKA

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food blogging, food styling, podcastK J Espinel
#13 - HOW TO BRAND YOUR INSTAGRAM - ON-AIR MENTORING SESSION
#13 - HOW TO BRAND YOUR INSTAGRAM - ON-AIR MENTORING SESSION

In today’s episode (13) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, you’ll be listening in on another one of my instagram mentoring sessions; I’m working with food blogger and artist Stephanie Kordan also know as The Sensual Foodie. I give Stephanie some suggestions on branding her instagram, listening to her audience and working with brands. We also talk about….

  • Blogger burn out

  • How to set income goals

  • Why reaching out to brands you love can be incredibly powerful

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instagram, podcast, social media, vegan recipe, food blogging, goal settingK J Espinel
#12 - WRITE THAT COOKBOOK! WITH HUSBANDS THAT COOK
#12 - WRITE THAT COOKBOOK! WITH HUSBANDS THAT COOK

In today’s BONUS episode (12) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with Ryan and Adam from the blog and instagram account Husbands that Cook. Ryan and Adam are passionate home cooks who turned their love of food into a full-time blogging career. They were nominated for the prestigious Saveur blog awards in 2016 which is the same year they were offered a cookbook deal. Their vegetarian cookbook also called Husbands that Cook, comes out in March 2019. In today’s podcast episode we talk all about their cookbook writing experience from start to finish. So if you dream of writing a cookbook, this episode is for you…

  • I talk about the excuses we make that stop us from achieving our dreams

  • Ryan and Adam introduce themselves

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podcast, food blogging, goal setting, instagramK J Espinel
#11 - THE 6 BIGGEST FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY AND INSTAGRAM TRENDS FOR 2019
#11 - THE 6 BIGGEST FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY AND INSTAGRAM TRENDS FOR 2019

In today’s BONUS episode (11) of The EAT, CAPTURE, SHARE Podcast, I’m speaking with the lovely Lauren Caris, food photographer, teacher and food blogger at That’s Sage and super sweet Joanie Simon, also a food photographer, teacher and food blogger over at The Bite Shot. We’ve come together to discuss THE biggest trends we see coming to food photography grids all across instagram in 2019. So if you wanna be prepared and get a head start on food trends and developments, this podcast is for you…

  • I’ve prepared a gorgeous, printable, FREE and super practical blog and social media content planner just for YOU with the aim of making 2019 YOUR year. You can download it by signing up to the mailing list below

  • I talk about the Winter instagram food photography challenge (find more details below)

  • Lauren Caris and Joanie Simon introduce themselves

  • We talk about the future of food blogging and how blog readership is changing

  • We discuss why video is still growing

  • Lauren and Joanie explain why starting a youtube channel may not be for everyone

  • We talk through the benefits of having a personal brand

  • We highlight why adding value and story telling is SO powerful

  • We say what we really think about IGTV and Instagram Stories

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podcast, food blogging, food photography, food styling, goal setting, instagramK J Espinel