Publication: Eater
Topic(s): Restaurants, Bars, Food Culture, Hospitality, Dining Trends, Travel, Society, Culture, Workers, Communities
Rate: $0.50 per word
Deadline: No deadline
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What They’re Looking For

Eater wants reported stories with a strong thesis—not vague ideas or unanswered questions. Successful pitches should clearly explain:

• The story angle or central argument.
• Why the story matters now.
• How you’ll report it.
• The structure you envision.
• Why you’re uniquely qualified to write it.

Editors are particularly interested in:

• Restaurant and bar trends.
• Food as a lens into culture and identity.
• Hospitality industry reporting.
• Stories centered on workers and underrepresented communities.
• Food history and cultural analysis.
• Original travel features written by locals or people with deep cultural knowledge of a destination.

What They Don’t Want

Avoid pitching:

• Restaurant reviews.
• Personal essays.
• Home cooking content.
• Food TV recaps.
• Linear travel diaries.
• Diet or wellness advocacy.
• Stunt journalism.

Eater also does not accept stories created using generative AI. Writers are expected to submit original reporting and writing.

How to Improve Your Chances

Include:

• A concise, answer-driven pitch.
• A short professional bio.
• Why you’re the right person for the assignment.
• Links to published work or your portfolio.

If your pitch is accepted, editors will discuss payment, deadlines, scope, expenses (where applicable), and editorial expectations before work begins. All accepted stories go through a collaborative editing process and are paid competitive freelance rates.