Good food is a passion for many people, and sharing this passion online can be fun, a source of income and a way to connect with others who are excited about food and cooking.
Look for the Gap
Food and cooking is a big topic with a lot of categories. Think about what kind of blogging excites you. This could include writing about restaurants, preparing food for dinner parties, baking, preparing dishes for vegans or vegetarians, food photography or posting online food recipes.
Blogging can also be a terrific way of expressing yourself. It is a wonderfully accessible way of putting your thoughts out there. If the idea seems overwhelming, or you think it is too difficult for you, then read this report from The Guardian.
Finding Your Audience
When you are ready to start blogging, you will need to buy and register a domain name, which should be short and catchy. You can purchase a package for hosting the blog, or a WordPress self-hosted site is an easy and economical way to start. WordPress can be used for all kinds of blogs and can be individually tailored, and there are plenty of online tutorials to help you set it up.
Experiment with themes and choose one that complements your content and is easy to use for both you and your readers. There are premium themes available that will cost more but can deliver a lot of features that are very useful in food blogging. There are also plug-ins available that can help with posting recipes and allowing readers to share images on websites such as Pinterest.
Online food recipes can be a wonderful source of inspiration and knowledge. The internet is home to a huge array of food and cooking websites, so have a look at a few respected examples before you begin, such as http://food-tales.com/online-food-recipes/, for some great recipes and ideas to get your brain fizzing.
Once your food blog is started, you may want to promote it by linking it to social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. If you already use these, you can set them up to post to your blog as well, ensuring regular new content. Above all, have fun with your blog and use it as an opportunity to refine skills and make new friends.