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Food Photography Is a Meritocracy — If You’re a White Person

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Food photographer Oriana Koren talks about their work researching and documenting Black contributions to American cuisine, including their notable feature on underground chefs in South L.A. As a Black, non-binary professional, they talk about the politics and power behind the camera — including the extra work it took them to establish a career in food media.

Plus: Co-host Soleil Ho got an orb.

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