Food Art

January 20, 2017

21 Edible Works of Art That Are Almost Too Good to Eat

Everybody knows that you're not supposed to play with your food—but no one ever said anything about crafting it! Created entirely from food, this collection of edible works of art is as appetizing as it is artistic. From museum-worthy lollipops and decorative-art-inspired cookies to bento bunnies and sushi crafted into koi fish, each culinary creation puts a yummy spin on artistic expression.

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August 11, 2016

Photos Highlight How Different 100 Calories Looks in Servings of Healthy Foods

There's something satisfying about simple math to effect order from disorder. This photo series is the perfect example: in 23 shots, Food Network has provided a visual guide to 100-calorie servings of a variety of healthy food, loosely assembled on a well-lit marble counter-top. If you're counting your macros for nutritional reasons, the images might help you keep track of your daily intake.

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April 26, 2016

Unique Strain of Corn Has Naturally Rainbow-Colored Kernals That Look Like Glass Jewels

Nature often surprises us with the amazing things it produces, and Glass Gem corn is a fantastic instance of when the line between what's real and fake is blurred. The rainbow-colored kernels resemble brilliantly-hued strands of jewels rather than something you'd find on your plate. They're all natural, however, and are the result of heirloom-style farming as well as selective planting. The story behind these special corn cobs started with an Oklahoma-based farmer named Carl Barnes.

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February 14, 2016

Former Painter Demonstrates the Mouthwatering Art of Creating Fresh Pasta

Food and art go hand in hand, and Luca Donofrio proves it with his mouthwatering pasta creations. Every week, he oversees the manufacturing of 5,000 pounds of pasta for Mario Batali's gourmet food market, Eataly. To Donofrio, these tiny edibles are simply a form of artistic expression, an attitude he's adopted thanks to his creative background.

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