Food for Thought
Food is our common ground, a universal experience.
- James Beard
Pul-e-Kumri, Afghanistan
Food is a central activity of mankind and one of the
single most significant trademarks of a culture.
What is food to one man may be fierce poison to others.
- Lucretius, Roman Poet and Philosopher
Calcutta, India
Tibet
The smell of good bread baking, like the sound of lightly flowing water,
is indescribable in its evocation of innocence and delight…”
M.F.K. Fisher, The Art of Eating
Bakery run by widows, Kabul, Afghanistan
All sorrows are less with bread.
- Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote
Mauritania
If thou tastest a crust of bread, thou tastest all the stars and all the heavens.
- Robert Browning
Croatia
Bread is the king of the table and all else is merely the
court that surrounds the king.
- Louis Bromfield
Afghanistan
Istanbul, Turkey
Food to a large extent is what holds a society together and
eating is closely linked to deep spiritual experiences.
- Peter Farb and George Armelagos
Consuming Passions: The Anthropology of Eating
Rajasthan, India
Egg Vendor, Kabul, Afghanistan
Chef Wolfgang Puck, Los Angeles, California, USA
Date Seller, Yemen
Honduras
The table is a place of communion for life’s large and small events.
Art Smith, Master Chef
Peru
Vietnam
Refugee Family, Sri Lanka
- Kirby Larson, Hattie Big Sky
Cambodia
Priyadarshini Park, Mumbai, India
If more of us valued food and cheer above hoarded gold, it would be a much merrier world.
- J.R.R. Tolkien
Monsoon Waters, Indonesia
Beirut, Lebanon
Burma
Mumbai, India
The main facts in human life are five: birth, food, sleep, love and death.
- E.M. Forster
December 4, 2012 at 18:08
as fotos são maravilhosas. belo trabalho de pesquisa antropológica. Parabéns.
November 5, 2012 at 03:56
Reblogged this on Sapna's Blog and commented:
Food is a central activity of mankind and one of the single most significant trademarks of a culture.
- Mark Kurlansky
October 13, 2012 at 14:37
great !!! no word can describe my feelings …
October 10, 2012 at 15:55
I’d love to show one or two of these photos in a conference workshop as part of the London Festival of Education. My session will be about how the industrial mindset needs to radically change from thinking education is about jobs, to thinking that education is about food, shelter and a culture of resilience. I would credit you and link to this website (if the slides get put online). Is that OK?
October 2, 2012 at 17:40
nice documentary stuff and the visuals…
September 30, 2012 at 02:13
The produce looks amazing in Afghanistan. Amazing.
September 25, 2012 at 02:55
leaves you overwhelmed…. makes you realize we are all humans with the same basic needs……… beautiful
September 20, 2012 at 12:49
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September 18, 2012 at 09:22
This was a great post, thanks.
September 11, 2012 at 07:00
I’m lost for words. Great post!
September 10, 2012 at 11:54
great post.
September 5, 2012 at 17:21
Reblogged this on EFSUN.
September 2, 2012 at 07:12
amazing n really inspiring…………………………………..
September 1, 2012 at 18:55
Reblogged this on Media Impressions and commented:
Food brings us together where ever we are….
August 30, 2012 at 04:15
Very inspiring ……
August 28, 2012 at 15:54
This is really awesome!
August 27, 2012 at 21:54
Just Fantastic!!!!
August 27, 2012 at 21:52
Your photos prove that what unites us as humans far exceeds what should ever tare us apart; a simple loaf of bread.
August 27, 2012 at 15:47
Inspiring stuff!!
August 27, 2012 at 12:29
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August 27, 2012 at 01:56
Reblogged this on On The Road… and commented:
As always, beautiful and poignant photographs. Food is life.
August 26, 2012 at 20:54
A great, great work.Magic shots.Hi, from Italy.
August 26, 2012 at 10:11
As always, beautiful and poignant. The simplicity of the needs and emotions in your photos is very moving. Thank you!
August 25, 2012 at 12:41
I have seen a lot of different works from other photographers but noone does it like Mr. McCurry! Emotions, composition, the story.. simply stunning!
August 25, 2012 at 02:56
I keep coming back again and again…. what an inspiration. How common things around us can become a beautiful garland.
My effort on water – human relationship : http://sreeniviews.wordpress.com/2012/08/22/water-the-lifeline/
love and regards.
August 24, 2012 at 17:33
this is absolutely stunning coverage of our daily relationship with food. so appreciative that you have compiled and shared.
August 24, 2012 at 08:33
Very interesting beautiful images,colorful
August 24, 2012 at 05:49
Magnificent captures.
http://rajniranjandas.blogspot.in
August 24, 2012 at 04:07
What is there not to like about your posts? They are a gift to the world; thanks! Z
August 23, 2012 at 16:17
Great. Congratulations!
August 23, 2012 at 15:14
What a great collage of photos. This first photo from Afghanistan is rich in detail.
August 23, 2012 at 03:34
Simply inspiring, as always! Kindly give feedback on my work. Thanks and Pranams.
August 22, 2012 at 17:11
nice series, just wonderful.
then I’m jealous with the opportunity to travel around
August 22, 2012 at 14:48
Fantastic pictures. I cannot get enough.
August 22, 2012 at 14:32
muy lindo presioso
August 22, 2012 at 11:16
amazing work
August 22, 2012 at 10:46
As soon as I see the colours, I know that it is a Steve McCurry photo. Stunning series yet again.
August 22, 2012 at 10:07
thank you sir
August 22, 2012 at 08:37
Wow what great images Steve! Love the message. Nick at katinimages.com
August 22, 2012 at 06:47
rekber…
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August 22, 2012 at 03:37
Once again a beautiful set of pictures around the world. Thanks for sharing these!
August 22, 2012 at 00:30
I’m completely blown away by these images. Wow, just wow…
August 21, 2012 at 22:15
Exquisite thought provoking work as always. Thank you for sharing it Steve.
August 21, 2012 at 21:25
I grew up with your pictures. Your sister would sometimes show them to us students in class at LCA. I was always inspired by the things you managed to capture (emotion for instance) with a photograph. Now, grown up (I use that expression loosely, of course), I am still inspired by your photographs and I always love the quotes you put in the posts on this blog. Thank you so much for posting on this blog. I know that it is work and I appreciate it very much.
August 21, 2012 at 20:47
simplesmente poético
August 21, 2012 at 20:27
Being in the right place at the right time is obviously not enough, you have to see the poetry. These photos are all poems in color. Thank you.
August 21, 2012 at 19:09
A wonderful perspective and a fresh angle on food photography
August 21, 2012 at 16:28
superb as always..
August 21, 2012 at 13:09
Amazing Mr McCurry!!!! Love it!!!
August 21, 2012 at 11:51
you rend my heart. Wonderful as always!
August 21, 2012 at 10:20
AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL! Certainly FOOD FOR THOUGHT. Thanks for sharing.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
August 21, 2012 at 09:18
Excellent representation of connection throughout the world.Its all about your dedication and honest effort which in turn given a sensational output.
Partha Pal,India
August 21, 2012 at 08:47
really exceptional – Thank You
August 21, 2012 at 07:50
Unes fotos impressionants que ens fan veure lo poc que apreciem el que tenim al costat
August 21, 2012 at 07:46
Unes fotos precioses que ens fan reflexionar sobre el que tenim al costat i no apreciem.!!!!!!
August 21, 2012 at 07:20
this is a winderful and inspiring post! thanks for reminding us what the true essence is.
August 21, 2012 at 06:55
Reblogged this on Ramblings and commented:
Stunning photography that reaches deep inside to reveal the indomitable human spirit … you really MUST visit Steve McCurry’s Blog
August 21, 2012 at 06:48
Inspiring!
August 21, 2012 at 05:48
Beautiful !!
August 21, 2012 at 05:44
Awesome blog!
August 21, 2012 at 05:42
Thus begun my Good Morning!!! summed it all very well in words of Forster “The main facts in human life are five: birth, food, sleep, love and death”
August 21, 2012 at 03:17
Simply amazing. Thank you for sharing.
August 21, 2012 at 02:15
Seems each photograph has a place and time stamp on it.
Nothing can be as complete as you photographs.
Thank for posting Steve
August 21, 2012 at 01:22
Well did Wolfgang Puck kiss that fish? Steve as always your images are second to none..The best in the world. Amen.
August 20, 2012 at 23:45
First shot, “Afghanistan”, if right were discreetly cropped, could be a Renaissance painting of note.
Dean M.
August 20, 2012 at 23:39
The shot titled “Mauritania” is in my opinion a stellar work equal, although arguably, to “Afghan Girl” of NG fame
D
August 20, 2012 at 23:09
Reblogged this on Frugal Travel R Us and commented:
“Food is our common ground, a universal experience” – Remarkable photos from around the worldRemarkable photos from around the world
August 20, 2012 at 21:38
Incredible images! Amazing!,,
DANI
http://www.daniplanaslabad.com
August 20, 2012 at 20:58
Beautiful
August 20, 2012 at 20:24
Reblogged this on Oxford School of Photography.
August 20, 2012 at 19:16
Just look at all the amazing places where people are preparing and sharing food! Your photograph are a beautiful testament to the human spirit and the whole idea of breaking bread.
August 20, 2012 at 19:15
Reblogged this on LivingByCamera.
August 20, 2012 at 19:10
Great images as always
August 20, 2012 at 18:38
Wunderschöne Bilder, mein Favorit: Mutter und Tochter mit dem Brotkorb!
August 20, 2012 at 18:35
o anjo das lindas imagens….
August 20, 2012 at 18:30
Approved by the Steve McCurry studio, I hope you enjoy this video tribute to the man and his amazing work.
August 20, 2012 at 18:21
Such beautiful striking photos. I love the “Mauritania” one especially with the blue.
August 20, 2012 at 18:13
steve tus fotos son un canto a la vida!!! Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:18:26 +0000 To: lauraillescas@hotmail.com
August 20, 2012 at 18:07
Without words …. Like all your work! Fantastic!
August 20, 2012 at 18:00
As always, very powerful and beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing them with us.
August 20, 2012 at 17:49
Very interesting and well done!
August 20, 2012 at 17:46
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August 20, 2012 at 16:43
Exceptional…you are a star!!!!!!!!
August 20, 2012 at 16:35
Once again a fantastic photos set. So dramatic the photo from Lebanon. All the buildings are destroyed by the war but the meals have to be made of course…
P.S. I did not know You had a beard when You was younger.
August 20, 2012 at 18:15
I was amazed to see this woman preparing food like any other day despite the destroyed buildings all around her in Lebanon. This is all they know for so long.
August 20, 2012 at 16:25
Amazing as usual !
August 20, 2012 at 16:15
Such pleasure. Your photography and the thoughts that are sprinkled between, are food for the soul. Thank you once again, for this feast!!!
August 20, 2012 at 16:14
I love the way you tell the story. You are great!
August 20, 2012 at 16:07
sehr, sehr berührend-
danke steve mccurry!!!!!!!!!
August 20, 2012 at 15:56
Very interesting collection of photographs from around the world!
August 20, 2012 at 15:50
Magical…so diverse and that adds so much power to the series!
August 20, 2012 at 15:45
Excellent and incredible… Each of your work is so inspiring… And I love the subtle color tone which your photographs have… It so much increases the depth and intensity of every picture…
August 20, 2012 at 15:44
Absolutely beautiful, as always. Thank you very much.
August 20, 2012 at 15:39
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August 20, 2012 at 15:33
The shot of the woman peeling potatoes in Lebanon has huge impact for me. She looks so peaceful and normal with the juxtaposition of the destruction and chaos behind her. Love it!!!
August 20, 2012 at 15:29
amazing…amazing!
August 20, 2012 at 15:25
Beautiful images!
August 20, 2012 at 15:22
Captivating as always!