Alligator Pear

Alligator Pear opened it’s doors Summer 2023.  It has made waves in New York City as it is the first of it’s kind: a Creole restaurant in the heart of the Big Apple.

Hannah Gold worked with executive chef Dominick Lee to bring the restaurant’s menu to life on camera in preparation for its opening.  The shoot featured New Orleans inspired dishes including alligator bites, jambalaya, and beignets.  Hannah captured a variety of content, including detail shots of individual dishes, tablescapes, chef portraits, and stop-motion video.   The images were utilized for social media, the restaurant’s website, and press write-ups.  

An overarching goal of the shoot was to familiarize New Yorkers with New Orleans dishes that they had likely never tried before.  We accomplished this by taking detailed shots that conveyed the dishes’ textures and flavors.  Hannah and Dominick worked together to plate and style the food in a way that was elegant and communicated the upscale feel of the restaurant.

Images from this collaborations have been featured on Forbes, Eater, and Resy Blog.

Congratulations to the Alligator Pear team on a successful opening!  They have created a beautiful venue with a vibrant ambience, and of course, an unforgettable menu full of delicious food!