20 Instagram accounts that every self-respecting foodie should follow

Instagram is a vast, complex space. Somewhere where there’s so much on offer, so much choice and so many accounts offering so many different types of imagery it can be terrifying. There are 400 million active Instagram users, so you’ll be forgiven for finding it difficult to pick. Food is a pretty safe bet and a good place to start and no, not all food accounts have to feature a cappuccino and avocado on toast…

@bill.granger

What: Incase you have been living under a rock, Bill Granger is one of the most famous chefs in the world. With restaurants in Australia, Hawaii, London, Japan and Korea, Granger is as close to world domination as they come.

Why: Because he creates incredible, simple and healthy meals and his Instagram makes you want to get in the kitchen and get cooking from the moment you see it.

Followers: 33.2K @bill.granger

@clerkenwellboyec1

What: If you’re looking for the perfect date spot, Clerkenwell Boy is your man. This is a regular guy, just like you or I, who started his Instagram purely for the love of food.

Why: Because it’s the easiest way to get inspired for your next London dinner destination.

Followers: 126k @clerkenwellboyec1

@symmetrybreakfast

What: An account dedicated to breakfast – perfect, symmetrical breakfast that is guaranteed to put the way you eat breakfast to shame.

Why: Because it’s the perfect way to wake up.

Followers: 549k @symmetrybreakfast

@meatballssmama

What: A account set up by someone with a pure love of cooking and food styling, who instantly makes you crave every dish she features the moment it appears on your newsfeed.

Why: Once you’ve had one scroll through this account, you’ll understand why.

Followers: 46.3k @meatballssmama

@thefeedfeed

What: The ultimate foodie destination, this account takes the greatest images from #feedfeed across the whole of and puts them in one place.

Why: If you need cooking inspiration of any kind whatsoever, this is your place. You’re guaranteed to find something you like here, no matter what your taste is.

Followers: 756k @thefeedfeed

@spoonforkbacon

What: An account that focuses on creating delicious meals using wholesome ingredients from local places, where eggs and bacon feature heavily.

Why: Because the food looks as good as you know it’s going to taste.

Followers: 205k @spoonforkbacon

@buzzfeedfood

What: A Buzz Feed take on food, with their own images as well as others from the foodie community, and an account that has the capability to make us hungry literally by looking at it.

Why: This one needs no explanation.

Followers: 1.8m @buzzfeedfood

@anettvelsberg

What: An account that manages to turn absolutely every dish into a work of art.

Why: Because all of the food is actually stuff that you could cook yourself and if you’re looking for lessons on better presentation, you need to follow it.

Followers: 47k @anettvelsberg