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What I Do
Gorgeous photography can help you stand out in today’s saturated online space. Have a look at some of my favourite shots and get inspired.
I’m always looking for new collaborations. Whether you are a restaurant, a brand, or if you need a bit of help with social media, please get in touch. I’d love to talk to you.
Dig deep into some of my previous shoots – shot in restaurants, bars and hotels. You can also Get tips on food photography and styling.
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Hi, I’m Naf
I’m a food photographer and stylist based in London. The one thing you need to know about me is that I love everything about food: I love cooking it, eating it, photographing it, making it look pretty and writing about it!
I’ve been working with clients around the world to bring their visions to life. Some need stunning menu photography, others need social media content, while others want me to take over their socials completely. Whatever your needs, we can work together!
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Recent work
Restaurant Photography in Hackney – Pastore’s Indonesian Pop-Up
Photographing the pop-up menu at Pastore in Hackney Jake and Oli have worked in professional kitchens for years. In 2020, during lockdown, they decided to bite the bullet and open their own restaurant. Thus was born Pastore. In early 2021, as restaurants were only...
Steak and Fries Food Styling – The HelloFresh Australia and New Zealand TV ad
Behind the scenes: Food Styling for the latest HelloFresh ad Whether you've tried it or not, you've certainly heard of HelloFresh. This meal-kit company has taken the world by storm. Founded in Germany ten years ago, HelloFresh now boasts operations across the world -...
Tips When Hiring a Restaurant Photographer
Should you hire a restaurant photographer? Deciding to hire a restaurant photographer can be daunting - especially for a small team or a local restaurant. It's an added cost and are professional photos really that much better than what you can shoot on your phone? The...
Restaurant Photography – Chuku’s Nigerian Tapas
The iconic Egusi Bowl at Chuku's in Tottenham. Shot by Naf Castanas | A Dash & A Splash Brother-sister duo Emeka and Ifeyinwa wanted to put Nigerian cuisine on the map. With their restaurant Chuku's in North London, they have innovated the food they grew up with...
Food Styling with The Little Plantation – A Whole Lot of Tofu
Food styling with Kimberly of The Little Plantation & Leili of The Secret Flavours Kimberly Espinel of The Little Plantation needs no introduction. She's an incredible food photographer, food stylist and educator who has elevated plant based food through her...
Restaurant Food Photography – The Haberdashery in Stoke Newington
Restaurant Photographer London. Shot by A Dash & A Splash at The Haberdashery in Stoke Newington Massimo was born to host. Even as a child, he would be busy in the kitchen, making - often inedible - cakes with the ingredients he saw his mom and grandmother use. In...
Food Styling on a Budget – Where to Buy the Best Props in London
Plant Based Food Styling. Lentil Soup Styled by Naf Castanas Look, I get it! Buying props can be so expensive. My love of ceramics has set me back several hundred pounds. I believe that investing into quality pieces that you can use for a long time will transform your...
Restaurant Photography – SlowBurn London
Head Chef Chavdar Todorov has been working in professional kitchens for over 15 years. His ample knowledge of ingredients and fusing of different cuisines characterise his latest venture. SlowBurn opened its door in November 2020, during the national lockdown, and...
Product Photography – The London Honey Company
Steve Benbow started with honeybees on his roof in London. He has now grown The London Honey Company to include honey from around the country, as well as Zambia and New Zealand. I had the chance to shoot four of their products in a really fun photoshoot. Product...
Pasta Meal Kit – Scarpetta Pasta
Patrick and Uberto grew up in Italy. After moving to London, they started Scarpetta Pasta to replicate the Italian experience of sharing food. They now boast three locations, which are truly beloved. This year, they launched their wonderful Pasta Meal Kit. ...