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    Sophia DeSantis, food and drink photographer

    Hi! I'm Sophia, the face behind Sophia DeSantis Photography, a food & drink photography brand in Southern California. Working both on set and remotely, I work with both big and small brands to bring their concepts to life through my brilliant photos and simple fresh style.

    My devotion, excitement and skill seamlessly blend with the passion that brands bring. I strive to tell the story and process behind the brand, not just capture the final product.

    I take pride in my sociable nature, attention to detail and ability to easily adapt to any situation. I strive to go beyond all expectations in everything I do!

    I have worked with many brands and have also been featured in both print and online, along with photographing my first cookbook, Vegan Burgers & Burritos which published in November of 2017.

    You can see more of my work on my recipe site Veggies Don't Bite.

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    I would love to work together to create something remarkable!

    A signature in black that says Sophia with two small turquoise lines under it.
    A white baking dish with baked coffee cake and a brown sugar streusel topping on a tan surface with a grey towel.
    A piece of ice splashing into a glass of water with a green background.
    A fork getting a bite of Kung Pao tofu and white rice from a dark bowl next to a grey towel.
    Top view of two rice bowls topped with greens, veggies, tofu and surrounded by different toppings in bowls.

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    Hi! I'm Sophia!

    I'm a sociable, detail oriented food & drink photographer based in Southern California. I work with clients all over the world, both remotely and on set.

    My goal is to tell the story and process behind your brand through my brilliant photos and simple fresh style. I look forward to working together to create something remarkable!

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    Things you never knew about chocolate! 🍫

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    Things you never knew about chocolate! 🍫

Feeling all the @disneycruise vibes this week and reminiscing about the best chocolate and wine tasting experience with @ethelmchocolates!

I learned so much, and yes everyone made fun of me because I was taking notes like there was a final exam 🤣 But did you know?

✔️ Chocolate was first a drink made by cultivating cacao beans, it wasn’t made into a bar until the end of the 19th century.
✔️ The drink was bitter and spicy, my kinda chocolate!
✔️ Mayans considered the chocolate drink a “drink of the gods” (I agree! LOL)
✔️ The original chocolate drink was almost like a chocolate beer because it was fermented. It was also expensive!
✔️ Sugar wasn’t added to chocolate until it was brought back to Europe, they didn’t like the bitter flavor so added sugar to make it sweeter.

I will cherish these memories forever and thank @disneyparks for this amazing experience. Off to dig deeper into the history of chocolate. K bye 🤓

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    Just below the fabulous flavor combo of peanut & j
    Just below the fabulous flavor combo of peanut & jelly, is the rising star peanut butter and chia! 

Peanut butter chia pudding is one of my more recent favorites. Mostly because it tastes amazing and comes together in minutes.

Keep it simple or load it up with toppings; serve for breakfast, a snack, heck even for dessert! 

Find the easy recipe on my site veggiesdont ite.com!

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    Even my skin is not so patiently waiting for summe
    Even my skin is not so patiently waiting for summer to come! 😎

I can’t control this gloomy weather but I can control how hydrated my skin is!! I am super stoked on this new Undaria Collagen Body Lotion by my fave brand @oseamalibu. 

🌿 Lightweight, a big one for me in the heat of summer!
🌿 Instant absorption, no one likes the lingering lotion
🌿 Hydration that lasts
🌿 Turns dull, dry skin into smooth and moisturized
🌿 Brightens skin, love that healthy look

And if none of that hits home...get this for the SMELL. It’s insanely amazing, I want to have a constant puff following me everywhere!

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    Summer vacation on the horizon? Have special dieta
    Summer vacation on the horizon? Have special dietary preferences? 
 
Save these tips that will come in handy:
 
☀️ Ask questions! I’ve found most people are willing to help if you (nicely) request more information or assistance.
☀️ Communicate your dietary needs directly to the person taking your order.
☀️ Look for dietary symbols on the menu, but also ask the staff about others that can be modified.
☀️Request the specific ingredient information if you are wary of a menu item.
☀️ If you have an allergy, don’t be afraid to ask about their procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
☀️ Double check with the person handing you your food that the order is correct with your dietary preferences. 
☀️ Bring some safe snacks to avoid the hanger!
 
Overall, remember to have FUN, you’re on vacation!
 
PS- The trip we took hosted by @disneyparks @disneycruiseline a few months ago was excellent at offering a number of food items for people with preferences or restrictions, as well as working with each individual to make sure their dining experience was perfect!

#wholefoodplantbased #dairyfreefood #plantpoweredfamilies #plantbasedwholefoods #plantbasedrecipes #plantbasedvegan #plantbasedmeal #vegansofig #veganlife #vegan #glutenfree #glutenfreevegan #vegetarianfood #vegetarian #dairyfree #eggfree #traveltips #summervacation #vacationfood #summertrip #familyvacation #familytrip #familytravel #vacationtips



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    White bowls stacked on each other with scoops of peanut butter ice cream and caramel drizzling on it.
    A dark blue bowl on a dark moody background with kung pao tofu and peppers topped with green onions.
    A cocktail glass with a round piece of grapefruit stuck to the front and a peach colors liquid with rosemary on top.
    A knife on a white plate with a nut based cheese wheel on it and a slice of it sitting next to it with crumbles.
    A hand holding a fork getting a bite out of a stack of pancakes topped with butter and berries.

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