Finding inspiration used to be quite an ordeal, but in this day and age, it’s so much easier. Instagram has allowed creatives to access tons of #inspo at any time of the day and we are 100% here for it. Whether it is individual chefs or pages dedicated to showing off the art of plating, you’ll find that this list is bursting with inspiration.
@theartofplating
The Art of Plating Instagram is dedicated to curating the very best plating photos from different pages on the platform. It’s a great way to discover up and coming chefs while also viewing new techniques and trends popping up in the culinary world.
In this photo: Salmon, coriander, and beets by @vincent.angebault
@born.under.the.sun
Born Under the Sun is owned by a food stylist/photographer, Bernadett Vanek, and features their beautiful work. Their work has been featured in the Netflix Original The Final Table.
In this photo: Fig leaf cashew mousse with bruleed figs and roasted fig balsamic.
@gourmetartistry
Gourmet Artistry does the same thing that Art of Plating does. They bring you the best in food styling and plating.
In this photo: Red mullet and potato scales by chef @paulbocuse_officiel © Yam Magazine
@chefjacqueslamerde
Chef Jacques Lamerde specializes in small plates and portions. Because of his affinity for petite plating, it would seem like tweezers are his best friend.
In this photo: Radish carpaccio with beets and pine nuts.
@chef_wuttisak
Chef of Progressive Thai Cusine uses his page to show off his elevated plating. With a balance of muted and vibrant colors, the juxtaposition of his page keeps you attentive.
In this photo: Crispy catfish with string beans, red chili, and red curry paste.
@chefdanielwatkins
Chef Daniel Watkins has a knack for beautifully plating proteins. While meat is dense and aggressive, Chef Watkins has a way of making it look dainty and light.
In this photo: Beef, maitake mushroom, onion, yeast, kombu ketchup.
@virgiliocentral
Virgilio Martinez is the head chef of Central in Peru. His page highlights his latin creations. He brings a high level of sophistication to dishes that are otherwise culturally rustic.
In this photo: Uni/Sea Urchin
@danielhumm
Chef Daniel Humm heads Eleven Madison Park in NYC. He likes to showcase his minimal plating abilities and #makeitnice.
In this photo: Roasted and glazed salsify with pears
@martinbennsepia
Martin Benn teases the world with his amazing dessert plating skills. His attention to detail and love for shapes allow him to create showstopping plates.
In this photo: White nectarine rose, soft nougat, caramelized puff pastry, vanilla cream, and macadamia.
@theprivatepass
Coming from Australia, Garreth Wilson stuns with is compositionally impressive plates. With a great use of negative space, his plating gives you a calm sense of balance.
In this photo: Poached King George whiting, smoked herring, wasabi pea, and cucumber dashi
@cedricgrolet
Cedric Grolet takes desserts and pastries to new heights. He has a knack for repetition, but we’ll never get tired of seeing perfection repeated.
In this photo: A Rubik’s cube inspired dessert.
@musketmatt
Matt Lambert takes rustic and makes it elegant. Often breaking down traditional ideas into modern, minimalistic plates.
In this photo: A rendition of the classic seafood tower.
