Food and Hospitality

Photography Melbourne

Thriving in Melbourne's ever-changing hospitality scene requires a strong first impression online to stand out from the crowd, or your potential diners will choose to eat elsewhere. High quality photography will cut through the noise, grab attention, and ensure your hard work is shown off in the best possible light.

Working with clients including Grill'd, Oriental Teahouse and Rice Paper Scissors, among others, I love to shoot at a wide range of venues, from restaurants and cafes, to fine dining establishments and local pubs, to help business owners to attract more aligned customers and attention.

A bagel sandwich with smoked salmon, cream cheese, lettuce, and a topping of chopped olives on a sesame seed bagel, placed on a checkered napkin on a gray plate.

A cup of ice cream with colorful sprinkles on top, held in a person's hand against a pink background with sprinkles falling around.

Close-up of a hand lifting a slice of Margherita pizza with melted mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, basil leaves, and a charred crust.

Person grating cheese over a bowl of spaghetti with meatballs, with a glass of red wine nearby.

Assorted Japanese dishes on a yellow table, including curry rice, fried chicken, gyoza with dipping sauce, ramen, pasta, and various side dishes.

Person holding a piece of fried chicken with chopsticks, with more fried chicken on a white plate and a small bowl of dipping sauce on the table.

Person cutting a sliced salmon tartare garnished with herbs and lemon zest on a white plate, with glasses of white wine and bread on a wooden table.

Plate with toasted bread slices and steak tartare topped with an egg yolk, garnished with herbs and sesame seeds, surrounded by various salad dishes and fried food on a wooden table.

A table with two sandwiches with leafy greens and nuts, a red chili pepper, a glass of colorful beverage garnished with a lemon slice, and various plates of food in the background.

A top-down view of a table filled with various Asian dishes including dumplings, stir-fried vegetables, and sauces.

Melbourne Restaurant Photography

“Absolutely amazing photography service! We have worked with Mel for years and we love her work! The images we receive are always what we are looking for, she does all sorts of styles and she is so accomodating. One of the best, absolutely recommend!!”

-Yanan Zhou, Oriental Teahouse, David’s

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Two hands holding large fried chicken burgers with lettuce, pickles, and onions, each topped with a onion ring on a black background with graffiti.

A man and woman sitting at a table in a diner, smiling and enjoying burgers and drinks. Behind them is a colorful sign that says 'Take the Edge Off with a Burger and Beer'.

A plate of steak tartare with a raw egg yolk, toasted bread slices, a small bowl of mayonnaise, and a glass of red wine on a wooden table.

Woman with dark hair and red painted nails making a funny face, holding two large, orange, spiral-shaped jalebi sweets over her eyes in a restaurant.

Stir-fried meat with green onions and red chili peppers cooking in a wok with steam rising.

A wooden dining table set with plates of food, drinks, and cutlery, against a wooden-paneled wall with bottles on a shelf above.

Close-up of uncooked tortellini pasta with a dusting of flour.

A barbecue meal featuring sliced beef brisket, pulled pork, beef sausage slices, pickles, and BBQ sauce on a metal tray. Surrounding dishes include French fries, coleslaw, baked beans, and a glass of beer.

Person holding a large burger with fried chicken, onion ring, tomato, and lettuce.

Person lifting a forkful of fettuccine with mushroom and seafood in a curry sauce from a white bowl, with a glass of red wine nearby.

A person is cutting into a grilled piece of meat topped with herbs and vegetables, served with mashed potatoes and cooked carrots and green beans on a white plate.

Various dishes including a lobster with spaghetti, a bowl of yellow rice with a piece of beef, a plate of steak with sauce and radishes, a seafood dish with octopus and lemon, and a plate of mashed potatoes with greens, along with glasses of water or

A black cup of latte with latte art on top, placed on a saucer on a wooden board, with two chocolate cookies nearby on a marble surface.

Person holding two plates of breakfast dishes, one with eggs Benedict topped with microgreens and the other with scrambled eggs on toast with microgreens.

Four baked potato halves topped with a creamy, spicy salmon mixture and chopped chives on a white oval plate. A glass of white wine and a plate of grilled meat skewers are in the background.

Two women toasting with glasses of white and red wine at a table with various Asian dishes and dim sum.

Person serving breaded dish with fork and knife at a wooden table, next to a pink cocktail garnished with a lemon slice and rosemary sprig.

Plate of ravioli pasta with brown sauce, topped with fresh basil leaves and dollops of cheese, on a wooden table.

Interior of a restaurant with light wooden furniture, green cushioned chairs, white walls, a hanging wooden pendant light, and potted plants.

A glass of caramel macchiato with latte art on top, placed on a black saucer with a spoon, on a wooden table.

A plate with a breaded fried meat cutlet garnished with chopped green onions and a side of saucy vegetables, with other dishes visible around it.

Person holding a cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, red onion, burger patty, and bun, with a can of sparkling water nearby on a wooden table.

A gourmet dish featuring raw fish or seafood, garnished with microgreens, edible flowers, and spices, served in a red broth or sauce in a beige bowl.

A grilled steak cooking on an outdoor grill with flames and smoke.

A variety of Asian dishes on a table including salads, shrimp, spring rolls, and lemon-lime drink with ice, all arranged on banana leaves.

A woman in a black shirt is pouring sauce or gravy onto a piece of cooked steak on a white plate, with greens and a sauce on the plate, in a restaurant setting.

Close-up of a fork holding a piece of pasta with black truffle and sage leaves, over a white plate of pasta garnished with grated cheese, sage leaves, and dark sauce, with a glass of white wine partially visible in the foreground.

A woman is serving herself pasta with a crab on a white plate at a dinner table. Other dishes and glasses of wine are also visible.

People preparing pink-colored handmade dumplings in a commercial kitchen.

A clay pot filled with fish, fresh herbs, and vegetables, alongside a glass of infused water with ice and herbs on a wooden table.

Person slicing a piece of toast topped with avocado, cherry tomatoes, microgreens, and other fresh ingredients with a fork and knife.

Bowl of Vietnamese pho with beef, bean sprouts, basil, sliced chili peppers, and green onions in broth

A sushi platter with various types of sushi, including salmon, tuna, shrimp, and white fish, garnished with parsley, wasabi, and pickled ginger, with a small bowl of sashimi and vegetables in the background.

A table set with pizza, pasta, seafood, chocolate dessert, and a glass of red wine, with a hand serving pizza and another holding a fork with dessert.

“I have worked with Mel on several shoots with hospitality clients, and am constantly impressed with her work. She's able to take direction well, while also having her own creative inspiration.

The photos she's taken have helped my clients take their social media strategy to the next level - and bring in more customers.”

-Taylor Beaumont-Whiteley, Busboy Agency