iPhone photo tips

Food photography for real kitchens and real dinners

The future app can turn this into guided capture: crop overlays, exposure nudges, garnish checks, and saved caption drafts.

Shoot before it gets cold

Turn off overhead kitchen lights and let one soft window create shape.

The 2x lens reduces distortion and makes bowls look more natural.

Tap the hero ingredient, then drag exposure slightly down to keep highlights clean.

Move towels, packaging, pans, and cords out before the shot.

Overhead works for bowls and boards; 45 degrees works for height and saucy dishes.

Use a hook, one technique note, and the best flavor detail.