I am that person who, while at breakfast, is already thinking about lunch, and during lunch, is already brainstorming dinner–and during dinner, is already dreaming about dessert.

I am that person who researches the restaurant online before going, scoping out the menu and not-so-subtly deciding in advance what needs to be ordered.

I am that person who reads Yelp reviews. And writes them.

I am that person who plans entire vacation itineraries around dining; food is always the priority.

I am that person who will make everyone wait to dig into their plates until photos have been taken.

I am that person who will stand up on a chair–or whatever is readily available–to get the best possible overhead shot.

I am that person who will time a recipe’s completion to get the best natural light possible.

I am that person who keeps an ongoing restaurant list to track where I want to dine.