The holidays are approaching, and many people are sick of being in the kitchen after spending the last few months preparing meals at home in quarantine. And even if you love to cook, maybe you’re on the hunt for new recipes or are tired of the same traditional Thanksgiving dishes that you prepare every year. Instagram is an excellent resource for all things food, and has proven to be an effective platform for people to connect with other culinary enthusiasts and share their favorite recipes, or take advice from professionally trained chefs. Keep scrolling to see my master list of chefs and bloggers that every foodie should follow, especially if you’re in need of some inspiration in the kitchen this holiday season!
Food Bloggers
Blogs have been around for years, but now many people have taken to Instagram and simply use the social media site as their platform to share enticing photos and recipes. I really admire food influencers because they are typically just normal people who have turned their passion for cooking (and eating) into something so amazing. Below are some of my go-to food accounts when I need ideas for hearty dinners, crowd-pleasing desserts, or easy snacks. Most of the people on this list have websites that you can visit for more information, and many also have their own cookbooks! Additionally, take a moment to appreciate their incredible food photography skills, because these pictures will definitely make your mouth water.
Tieghan Gerard: @halfbakedharvest
Jillian Glenn: @peanutbutterandjillybeans
Tessa Arias: @handletheheat
Jenny Flake: @pickypalate
Joanna Cismaru: @jocooks
Gabriela Rodiles: @gourmet_gab
Elaine Khodzhayan: @andachocolatedrizzle
Julianne Bayer: @beyondfrosting
Samantha Merritt: @sugarspun_sam
Arman Liew: @thebigmansworld
Sally McKenney: @sallysbakeblog
Chefs
The culinary world has become an integral part of mainstream media thanks to popular cooking shows like Chopped and Top Chef. Many people feel like they actually know the contestants on these programs, since they spend so much time working with surprising ingredients or competing in crazy challenges on our television screens each week. And thanks to social media, it is easy to root for them and appreciate their food creations even after their time on the show has concluded. The Insta-famous chefs below use their platform to showcase some of their signature dishes in their home kitchens, give followers a glimpse into what goes on behind the scenes at their restaurants, and walk you through their daily personal lives.
Brooke Williamson: @chefbrookew
Eitan Bernath: @eitan
Kristen Tomlan: @kristentomlan
Molly Yeh: @mollyyeh
Amanda Freitag: @chefamandaf
Alex Guarnaschelli: @guarnaschelli
Bobby Flay: @bobbyflay
Adrienne Cheatham: @chefadriennecheatham
Katie Lee Biegel: @katieleebiegel
Antonia Lofaso: @chefantonia
Carrie Baird: @chefcarrieb
Richard Blais: @richardblais
Miscellaneous Food Related Accounts
If you’re interested in all aspects of cooking, then these are the accounts for you. Many feature chefs on their page and frequently post recipes or video tutorials, promote different tools or techniques, and share information about food-related events.
New York Times Cooking: @nytcooking
Bon Appetit Magazine: @bonappetitmag
America’s Test Kitchen: @testkitchen
Tastemade: @tastemade
Food Network: @foodnetwork
Taste of Home: @tasteofhome
Food 52: @food52
Buzzfeed Tasty: @buzzfeedtasty
Epicurious: @epicurious
Are there any food blogs that you swear by, or chefs that you love to follow on social media? Let me know in the comments, or on Instagram @maurainthecity!