Melinda Holland Photography

03/03/2010

Featured on Tasting Table, LA

Filed under: Food,Press — Tags: , , , — Melinda @ 5:22 pm

Well, it was a pleasant surprise today to see a photo of mine, with the proper credits, featured today on a nice site like Tasting Table.

Monkey bread photo featured on Tasting Table LA

12/28/2009

Macarons

Filed under: Food — Tags: , , , , — Melinda @ 3:01 am

Bottega Louie MacaronsOh sweet macarons. How I love you so. How my mouth waters just looking at your rounded goodness. Your many flavors, they tantalize my tongue.

I have never heard of a macaron. I’ve heard of macaroons. But apparently they’re different. And these beauties above are unlike any treat I’ve ever had. They’re light, airy, and oh so delectable. Alas, these Bottega Louie macarons are the only ones I’ve had. I have no other macarons to compare them too. I’d be happy to find a surprise box of them in the mail anytime. My sister has baked homemade macarons and she’s not the kitchen type, so they can’t be that hard…

12/22/2009

Hot Chocolate

Filed under: Food — Tags: , , , , , — Melinda @ 11:17 am
Bottega Louie Hot Chocolate... and Peonies

Bottega Louie Hot Chocolate...and Peonies

Hot chocolate is usually the same ‘ole same ‘ole. But not this hot chocolate. I don’t know what divine spices they put in it but it has a delicious little kick in it for sure. Stephanie (the stylist) said it tasted like Mexican hot chocolate.

I’ve never had Mexican hot chocolate, but if this is what it tastes like than I want it!

Creative Director: Leah Faust / Stylist: Stephanie Castro

Leah and Stephanie did such a fabulous job pulling together all the props, flowers and whipping up delicious hot chocolate. Such teamwork. Couldn’t have done it without you two!

12/01/2009

Food Food Food – Bottega Louie

Alright. I’m finally posting a giant set of food photos created by Chef Marvin at Bottega Louie.

Better view these on a full stomach or at least have some snacks nearby…

The Shrimp Scampi (top right) is such an elegant looking dish:Food from Bottega Louie

Roasted Beets with Goat Cheese:Roasted Beets with Goat Cheese

My first glimpse of the Caprese Salad took my breath away. Such a striking dish. Great use of color:

Caprese Salad from Bottega Louie

Marinated Shrimp:

Marinated Shrimp

I’m not a big salad eater but I love pizza & salad together:Pizza & Caesar SaladShrimp & Pasta

The Modena Salad reminds me of a blossoming rose:

Modena Salad from Bottega Louie

Arrancini:

Arrancini - Bottega Louie

White Beans & Red Onion:

White Beans & Red Onion

Calamari:Calamari

Fillet

Sauteed Spinach:

Sauteed Spinach

Mushroom, Asparagus - 2up

Portobello Fries. Delicious.

Portobello Fries

These Heirloom Carrots are AMAZING! I can’t believe carrots can taste this good. And they’re so pretty, too. Great texture & color.

Heirloom Carrots - Triptych

And let’s not forget the bread bar:

Saucisson Sec SandwichesBread Bar at Bottega Louie

Okay, I’m all blogged out. Next up: Sweets & Treats from Bottega Louie!

11/06/2009

Foil-embossed coaster & Captain’s List…

Filed under: Things — Tags: , , , , , — Melinda @ 4:07 pm

Wine Menu & Bar Coaster

Guest Book, Napkins, Pastry Bags

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