hero n. in food styling, the (fake or real) dish that is the subject of photographing or filming. Editorial Note: Food styling is the arrangement and design of food dishes in preparation for their appearance in advertisements, movies, or print illustrations. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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If someone’s got melon, it means they’re smart. The expression most likely arose because of the resemblance between a melon and a human head. Several other foods are associated with having brains, including a cabbage, a gourd, and even a...