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Magic Ingredient

Elevating Culinary Artistry

Author: Magic Ingredient

Fahmim Arif, also known as magicingredient, is a UAE-based professional food stylist and content creator working with restaurants, F&B brands, hospitality clients, photographers and production teams. Her work brings together thoughtful plating, colour, texture, props and visual storytelling to create camera-ready food for photography, video, menus, campaigns and social media content.
January 17, 2020 Beverages / tea

Infused tea hot chocolate

I am bringing two of my favorite beverages together tea and hot chocolate. I use orthodox CTC tea from Assam with strong liquor.

photo of Sumac roasted Brussels sprouts with tahini dressing
January 11, 2020 Middle Eastern / Side Dish

Sumac roasted Brussels sprouts with tahini dressing

Middle eastern flavors can make any simple ingredient shine out. Sumac roasted Brussels sprouts with tahini dressing is a quick and easy dishes that act as a perfect side to your dinner table.

January 2, 2020 food styling

Top 10 Props for Food Styling

Food Styling begins with the right choice of props. A plain backdrop/background with the right selection of props is a good starting point.

Photo of Pumpkin cheese cake
December 31, 2019 Dessert

Pumpkin cheese cake

The texture is incredible, and sweetness is just about perfect. So, here is my recipe for a no-bake pumpkin cheesecake.

photo of Asian Style Cabbage Salad
December 27, 2019 Asian / food styling / Salad

Tips: Colors in Food Styling

The current trend in food styling is all about creating Monochromatic images keeping the focus on one. However, colors on an image always catch your attention

photo of Gajar Ka Hawa
December 24, 2019 Dessert / Indian

Gajar ka Halwa

Gajar ka halwa or carrot fudge is a winter delight. Its made with carrots, ghee (clarified butter), milk, sugar, and nuts. Nothing fancy, and I love it.

Photo of Clementine
December 21, 2019 food styling

Food photography Backdrops

A lot of resources are available today when it comes to DIY Food Photography background. I learned a lot from my mistakes, and have upped my game continuously with every new setup.

photo of Honey cinnamon granola with quinoa and flaxseeds
December 16, 2019 Breakfast / Product review

Honey cinnamon granola with quinoa and flaxseeds

Granola with the added benefits of quinoa, flaxseeds, nuts, oats, and some dried fruits. Spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with honey.

Photo of Pumpkin mousse with lotus
December 13, 2019 Dessert

Pumpkin mousse parfait

Pumpkin mousse with sweetened Greek yogurt and crushed lotus has everything required to qualify for a parfait. Perfect balance of sweetness with the crunch from the lotus biscuits

Photo of Lentil Quinoa salad with grilled halloumi
December 6, 2019 Salad / salads and dressing

Lentil Quinoa salad with grilled halloumi

A simple, wholesome salad with the goodness of whole lentils and quinoa. Fresh herbs and tomatoes make it light, while grilled halloumi adds on to the texture.

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