Publication: Bon Appétit
Topics: Food culture, identity, economics, social issues, lifestyle
Rate: Starts at $250 for ~400 words; longer features pay approx. $0.62+ per word depending on depth
Deadline: Rolling
Submit Via: Email (listed here)
Bon Appétit wants sharp, voice-driven pitches that push past basic recipe or dining coverage. They’re commissioning writers who can connect food to identity, culture, economics, and the social issues shaping how we live today. Think reported features, smart trend analysis, culture-heavy essays, personal narratives, and profiles with a fresh, writer-forward angle.
Your pitch should include:
- A strong proposed headline
- Why the story matters now
- A quick breakdown of the reporting you’ll do
- Links to your writing clips
- A tight summary (editors love concise pitches)
Full guidelines and contact directory are available on their site.
What They’re Looking For:
- Writers who understand modern food culture
- Fresh angles blending identity, economics, history, and lived experience
- Strong voice, clean reporting, and smart framing
- Stories that resonate beyond the plate
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How To Get This Job:
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