Comments on: An easy way to drink more H20

By: Mark

Mark — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 12:08:14 +0000

Here’s my favorite spa water combo:
To a pitcher of spring water I add 1 lemon thinly sliced, a handful of sliced cucumber rounds, and a some roughly chopped fresh basil leaves. This is extremely refreshing in the summer.

By: Blood orange with ricotta, brazil nuts and honey | Fig & Cherry

Blood orange with ricotta, brazil nuts and honey | Fig & Cherry — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 22:34:28 +0000

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By: Kate

Kate — Sun, 11 May 2008 22:17:45 +0000

I make this “spa water” quite frequently, and I reserve it for a lovely glass pitcher, a stemmed glass, and a little tray. If we present something to ourselves as if we’re worth it, and it’s visually appealing, we’ll drink it all day, with more fervor.

One extra tip which will work beautifully in your grapefruit spa water — freeze a batch of whole cranberries, blueberries, kumquats or even grapes. When you serve your grapefruit water, just add ONE blueberry and grape, one kumquat, etc. They are delicate and small, act as fruit ice cubes, melt slowly, and look so beautiful.

By: Christie

Christie — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:15:29 +0000

Hi Michelle,

I love cranberry too – you’re right, it must be sugar free.
ps. I love your blog!

Hi Jessica,

Don’t take my word for it – give it a go ;)

Hi Ken,

You’re welcome!

By: Ken

Ken — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 06:13:45 +0000

Thanks for sharing stilllifewith.com I will check it out right away!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:59:19 +0000

That sounds delicious!

By: michelle @ TNS

michelle @ TNS — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:43:56 +0000

mmm, fizzy water with fruit. i probably drink about 2 liters a day (we make our own fizzy water). my fav is a splash of pure cranberry (no sugar, no other kinds of juice as fillers), but i can totally get behind some grapefruit and mint. yum!

By: Christie

Christie — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:57:51 +0000

Hi Kim,
Thanks very much. This would be perfect as a cocktail – a big splash of vodka or gin would really take it to the next level.

I don’t use professional equipment. I’ve just bought a Sony Cybershot DSC-H3, it’s a digital with manual settings, but not a true D-SLR (check my About page for a link to a picture). As you can see, it works really well, especially in natural light. I never use flash when photographing food. I’m hoping to get a fancy lens for my camera later this year.

As you mentioned, practice and a creative eye are the best tools you can ever have. Styling and lighting has a lot to do with a great food shot. ‘Lighting’ can often just mean a large piece of white cardboard positioned to the side of the shot (I do that a lot).
There’s some great websites out there with tips, my favourite is: http://stilllifewith.com/

Best of luck!

By: Kim

Kim — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:01:18 +0000

Looks refreshing. I am going to make this my new cocktail. Your photography is really very nice. Besides your natural talent, what kind of camera do you use?

By: Christie

Christie — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 09:12:41 +0000

Hi Tangobaby,

Let me know how you go! Grapefruit, lime, orange – your favourite?

Hi Ju’eta,

Thank you! I love the colour, it really brightens my day.

Hi Ken,

Cheers! Drink up. ;)

By: Ken

Ken — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 07:28:20 +0000

Yes I agree. Nice photos! seeing them makes me. Time for more drink. =D~

By: Ju'eta Amir

Ju'eta Amir — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 06:58:37 +0000

Love the photos!

By: tangobaby

tangobaby — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:58:22 +0000

What a great, simple idea! I am trying to remember to drink more water but this will definitely help.