Thank you for your interest in contributing to Freshly Ingredients! We are excited to welcome new voices and fresh perspectives to our community of food enthusiasts. If you’re passionate about cooking, nutrition, and sharing delicious, healthy recipes with the world, we’d love to hear from you.
About Freshly Ingredients
At Freshly Ingredients, we believe that great meals start with fresh, wholesome ingredients and a love for cooking. Founded by Charlotte Shapiro, an Alaska-based registered dietitian, this blog is a space where we focus on making nutritious eating easy, approachable, and most importantly—delicious.
Our mission is to inspire home cooks of all skill levels to create meals that nourish the body and bring joy to the table. We focus on balanced nutrition without sacrificing flavor, offering recipes that are easy to prepare, accessible, and adaptable for various dietary preferences.
Whether you’re passionate about healthy eating, love experimenting with flavors, or enjoy crafting comforting meals, we invite you to share your recipes, tips, and expertise with our readers.
What We’re Looking For
We are always looking to collaborate with writers, recipe developers, dietitians, food photographers, and passionate home cooks who can offer fresh ideas, inspire our audience, and align with the values of Freshly Ingredients.
Here’s what we’re specifically looking for in guest posts:
1. Original Recipes
- Simple, nutritious, and easy-to-follow recipes that focus on using fresh ingredients.
- Balanced meals that can be made by home cooks with varying skill levels.
- Recipes that offer flexibility (e.g., gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free options).
- Diverse culinary inspirations from global cuisines are welcome, as long as they are easy to recreate at home.
- Comfort food recipes with a healthy twist.
2. Nutrition & Wellness Content
- Tips for building a healthy, balanced diet.
- Informative articles on how to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients into everyday meals.
- Wellness topics such as mindful eating, meal planning, or the benefits of certain ingredients.
- Evidence-based, accurate information, especially if you’re sharing nutritional or health advice.
3. Meal Prep & Cooking Tips
- Time-saving techniques for busy individuals and families.
- Practical kitchen tips, like ingredient substitutions, how to store food, or ways to reduce food waste.
- Ideas for quick weeknight dinners, lunchbox recipes, or make-ahead meals.
4. Lifestyle & Food Stories
- Personal stories about your relationship with food or cooking.
- Family traditions and how food brings people together.
- Creative pieces that celebrate the art and joy of cooking.
Why Write for Freshly Ingredients?
Writing for Freshly Ingredients gives you the opportunity to share your passion for food and cooking with a growing audience of home cooks, food lovers, and health-conscious readers. Here are some of the key benefits of contributing to our blog:
1. Reach a Wide Audience
Freshly Ingredients has a dedicated readership that is always eager to learn about new recipes, cooking techniques, and healthy eating tips. By contributing to our blog, you can share your expertise and ideas with a large and engaged audience.
2. Showcase Your Expertise
Whether you’re a professional dietitian, a seasoned chef, or a passionate home cook, we offer a platform to showcase your knowledge and skills. Our readers are eager to learn from experts who can make healthy, delicious cooking more accessible.
3. Grow Your Portfolio
If you’re a freelance writer, blogger, or recipe developer, contributing to Freshly Ingredients can help you expand your portfolio. You’ll have a published byline on a reputable food blog, which can open doors to more opportunities in the food writing or wellness industry.
4. Community Engagement
At Freshly Ingredients, we value building relationships with our contributors. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with our audience through comments, social media, and more. Plus, you’ll be joining a growing community of like-minded food lovers who are passionate about good food and good health.
Submission Guidelines
To maintain the high quality of our content, we ask that you carefully follow these submission guidelines when sending in your work:
1. Originality and Plagiarism
We only accept original content that has not been published elsewhere. Plagiarism or the use of copyrighted material without permission is strictly prohibited. If you submit a recipe or article to Freshly Ingredients, it should be your own work. We also ask that you do not republish the content on your own blog or elsewhere after it is published on Freshly Ingredients.
2. High-Quality Writing
Content should be well-written, clear, and easy to read. We prefer a friendly and approachable tone that aligns with our blog’s style. While we welcome creativity, we expect articles to be grammatically correct and free from spelling errors. Our readers are diverse, so aim to write in a way that is accessible and informative to a broad audience.
3. Recipe Formatting
If you’re submitting a recipe, please include the following details:
- Recipe Title: A creative and descriptive name.
- Ingredients: List all ingredients with exact measurements.
- Instructions: Clear, step-by-step instructions for how to prepare the dish.
- Prep Time/Cook Time/Servings: Approximate times and serving sizes.
- Notes and Tips: Any additional information, such as substitutions or variations.
4. Photography
We strongly encourage you to submit high-quality, original photos with your recipes or articles. Photos should be clear, bright, and visually appealing. If you’re not able to provide professional-quality images, don’t worry—our team can assist with photography or help you improve your food styling skills.
5. Length
- Recipe posts should be between 100-1500 words (including the recipe, tips, and any personal story or background).
- Articles should range from 1500-2000 words, depending on the topic.
6. Linking and Citations
We allow a few relevant external links to your own blog or social media profiles, provided they enhance the content and add value for the reader. However, the post should not be promotional in nature. If you reference studies, nutritional facts, or other sources, please provide proper citations.
7. Editing and Approval
All submissions will be reviewed by our editorial team. We reserve the right to edit content for clarity, grammar, tone, and style. If significant changes are needed, we will notify you before publishing. Please be patient, as the review process may take up to 2-3 weeks.
How to Submit
If you’re ready to contribute to Freshly Ingredients, here’s how you can submit your article or recipe:
- Email Your Submission: Send your article or recipe to contact@freshlyingredients.com with the subject line “Guest Post Submission – [Your Title].”
- Attach Photos: If you’re submitting a recipe or article with photos, please attach them in high resolution.
- Include a Brief Bio: In your email, include a short bio (2-3 sentences) about yourself, along with any links to your personal blog or social media accounts. We’d love to learn more about you and what inspires your cooking!
- Wait for Confirmation: Once we receive your submission, we’ll review it and get back to you within 2-3 weeks to confirm if your content will be published.
What Happens After Submission?
Once your submission is accepted, we will notify you with the publication date. We will also promote your post across our social media channels and encourage you to do the same! You will receive full credit for your work, and we will link back to your blog or social media (if applicable). Please note that by submitting to Freshly Ingredients, you agree to grant us the right to publish and promote the content on our blog and related platforms.
Topics We’re Interested In
To give you a better idea of what our audience enjoys, here are a few topics we’re always looking for:
- Seasonal Recipes: Highlighting fresh, in-season ingredients.
- Healthy Comfort Foods: Creative, nutritious twists on classic favorites.
- Global Flavors: Bringing a taste of international cuisine into the home kitchen.
- Meal Prep Tips: Practical ideas for planning ahead and saving time.
- Nutritional Advice: Evidence-based articles on nutrition and healthy eating habits.
- Quick Weeknight Meals: Recipes that are fast, easy, and nutritious.
- Special Diet Recipes: Vegan, gluten-free, or other specialty diet-friendly options.
Join the Freshly Ingredients Community
We’re excited to see how you can contribute to Freshly Ingredients and help our readers create healthier, more delicious meals. Your unique voice and creativity will be a valuable addition to our community.
Whether you’re a food writer looking for a platform, a home cook with a passion for healthy recipes, or a nutrition expert ready to share your knowledge, we welcome you to join us.
If you have any questions before submitting, feel free to reach out to us at contact@freshlyingredients.com, and we’ll be happy to assist.
Thank you for your interest in writing for Freshly Ingredients! We can’t wait to see your contribution.