12 under-the-radar foodies to follow on Instagram
Their snapshots are almost good enough to eat
If you like looking at photographs of delicious meals, there’s simply no better medium than Instagram. Of course, figuring out which accounts to follow can be pretty daunting – even if you can name some obvious contenders off the top of your head. (Naturally, Bloomberg Pursuits’ own Kate Krader and Richard Vines and Reserve’s Peter Elliot are at the top of that list.) Consider these picks a far more under-the-radar list of recommendations from around the world. The only problem? Following these accounts will make your stomach growl whenever you check your iPhone.
@kotaro_0402
Followers: 10,300
This account, run by a man who goes by Kotaro, documents edible adventures through Tokyo, from the finest sushi and kaiseki to the simplest ramen. Each post – and don’t worry, he writes in both English and Japanese – includes his personal rating and what you’ll pay.
@phoenix_k
Followers: 26,500
Hong Kong’s Phoenix Kwok not only likes beautiful food, but she takes stunning photos that introduce her city from unexpected angles. The mood is brooding, dark, and sometimes minimal – at odds with a metropolis known for bright lights and big crowds.