Thanks so much for your gr8 suggestions! I too started taking my pictures in natural light some time ago and they come out much better. I never use flash as well. I mostly take pics using Macro.

Recently my Jam Filled Cookies got selected in Foodbuzz Top 9. And I guess I was able to get such a gr8 pics of those cookies because of the inspiration I get from your pics! Your pics of even a simple moong daal makes everyone drool here!
You are doing a fantastic job!!

Vaishali- Ahh, I'm still working on the photography part :$ They're still not up to scratch. I think that if I was to give anyone advice then I'd say to always make sure there is plently of natural light coming through into the room. I started out blogging being completely clueless and taking my pictures at night when there was only artifical light. This was a big mistake. Soon I learned that natural light is the key to natural looking settings and dishes. Try to put your table next to a window 🙂 Also, I never use a flash. I find that it makes food look a little artifical. If you're shooting in a low light environment then boost your ISO up and your F Stops lower.

Personally I like close-ups of food; that's what really makes me drool. The more detail the better. Although, this really depends on your preferences as larger scenes are also really pretty when set up in the right way. I've built up a little collection of patterned tea towels, napkins and dishes to add to my repotoire- but be really careful… This kitchenware collecting can lead to an obsession! 🙂

Hope that helps, like I said, I'm by no means a professional photographer… Just learning as I go along.