Mangia Mangia: Letting Great Food Tell The Story

There are some shoots you book because the visuals will be beautiful, and then there are shoots that stay with you because the experience is just as memorable as the final images. Working with Mangia Mangia was one of those rare combinations!

Over the years, we’ve shot food photos and video all over the world. We’ve captured elegant tasting menus, street food in bustling markets, and beautifully plated dishes in every kind of setting imaginable. Every destination brings its own flavor, style, and energy. But every once in a while, a restaurant serves something that goes beyond looking good on camera. That’s exactly what happened at Mangia Mangia.

From the moment the first dishes hit the table, we knew this shoot was going to be special! The textures, the colors, the movement of fresh pasta being twirled, the steam rising from the kitchen, the rich sauces catching the light… everything about it felt cinematic. This wasn’t food that needed to be “styled” into looking appetizing. It already had that magic. Our job was simply to keep pushing the shutter/record button.

What made the shoot even better was the personality behind the food. Mangia Mangia doesn’t just serve Italian cuisine… they serve warmth, comfort, and that unmistakable feeling of gathering around a table with people you love. That feeling came through in every frame, whether we were shooting close-up photos of signature dishes or capturing video of the dining room in motion.

And honestly, that’s what makes the best restaurant content stand out. It’s not just about showing what a plate looks like. It’s about capturing the atmosphere, the emotion, and the experience people are stepping into. Mangia Mangia gave us all of that and more.

We’ve created food content across the globe, and we don’t say this lightly: Mangia Mangia just hits different. The food photographs beautifully, the video feels alive, and the entire brand translates effortlessly through the lens. Some places look good on camera. Mangia Mangia FEELS good on camera. That makes all the difference!

Happy Earth Day!!

Each Earth Day gives us a chance to reflect on the places, people, and partnerships that remind us why visual storytelling matters. For our team, one of those special partnerships has been with Bosque del Cabo Rainforest Lodge, a remarkable eco-lodge on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula. The Osa Peninsula is one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth! It is home to hundreds of bird species, rich tropical rainforest, and incredible wildlife.

Looking back on our photo and video work with Bosque del Cabo, we’re especially grateful for the opportunity to help capture and share the beauty of a destination where conservation and hospitality go hand in hand. Bosque del Cabo is dedicated to protecting the biodiversity and pristine natural condition of the Osa Peninsula, while practicing and teaching sustainable tourism and supporting conservation.

That mission makes Earth Day feel especially meaningful. From lush gardens and rainforest trails to wildlife-rich landscapes and eco-conscious operations, Bosque del Cabo reflects the kind of stewardship we’re proud to spotlight through our work!

For more information about travel to the Osa Peninsula & Bpsque del Cabo, visit bosquedelcabo.com !!

HAPPY EARTH DAY!!

To Blog Or Not To Blog…

To blog or not to blog…….that is no longer the question! In an age of social mediate gratification, we are going to have a little ‘old school’ fun and resurrect our blogs. Stay up to date with all of our projects, travels and more right here on the ROF website. As always, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

Love where you work

It really is so important to love where you work. We spent a lot of time making sure our 2^nd location represents our creativity and style. Great videos & photos are all about how creative you can be and how you can showcase your client’s individual style. It’s so nice when potential clients come to our office and get excited about the creativity they see.

The “stained glass” effect in this photo is created by old slides. We used our old slides plus slides from our family to create this piece. The slides were shot all over the world, in cool places such as Argentina, Scotland, Hawaii, Germany and Fiji. The slides were hand-stitched together, one at a time…

If you’re interested in learning how to do this for your home or office, let us know and we’d be happy to help.

CRPA on the USSIOWA

We had such a great time capturing photos & video for CRPA at their event held on the USSIOWA!

Creativity at 21c

During a video shoot for #KIA, we stayed at a ridiculously cool hotel called 21c Museum Hotel Louisville. The hotel @21chotels is also a contemporary art museum. There were surprises around every corner and it was such an educational experience for our little man. The hotel is famous for their plastic red penguins, which greet you around every corner. They even gave the little man temporary tattoos, so he had red penguins covering his face most of the time. We are so lucky that we get to stay at unique hotels while traveling for various video & photo shoots!

Do you guys know of any unique hotels that we shouldn’t miss?!

Silhouette Photography

One of our favorite things about owning our own business is the freedom to travel with our kiddos. Almost all of our trips are a mix of work & play. We’re quite a spectacle with all of our photo & video gear plus luggage for a family of four. I’m not a light packer either.

This photo was taken in #turksandcaicos in the #carribean. The water was so warm that we were able to stay in the water and work on our sunset photography. I am obsessed with this photo that Chris captured of our kids.

A couple tips for traveling with your kids:

Be ready for the plane ride. Try to board first, every airline has different rules but most will allow you to board early if you have little ones. Before you board, know what you will keep below the seat and what you will put in the bin above your head. Be sure you have everything you need in the bag below the seat. There is nothing more frustrating than not having what you need when you need it, especially if your little one starts crying. Be sure your little one drinks a bottle or with a straw as the plane is taking off; this helps with their ears. Pack extra snacks, little surprises, new toys, books, etc. The more organized I am, the easier the flight is.
Make sure the hotel you’re staying at knows that you are traveling with kids. Find a friendly contact at the hotel and ask for tips/ help. Some hotels go above & beyond to make sure your kids have a blast. We have had hotels surprise us with yummy treats, kid’s toys, guides for touring the city with kids, extra strollers, etc.

For more tips on how to travel the world with your kiddos, feel free to reach out with any questions to nicole@rofindustries.com.

Endurance Camps

“We are not a team because we work together. We are a team because we respect, trust and care for each other.”

Truer words were never spoken about our crew! These guys love working together and they have fun while getting the job done. We get so many compliments about our crew and are so lucky to have such great guys!

This photo was taken while capturing photo & video for @endurancecamps. Endurance Camps is a really cool multi-sport camp for adults. We captured their group running, swimming, hiking and biking in Big Bear, CA. Lots of #gopro and #drone action! Thank you to @jameswadams for such a great project!

Office in the trees

The home page of our website is an actual photo of our treehouse built by the fabulous @treehousepete of @nelsontreehouse. We were lucky enough to be on the show #treehousemasters on @animalplanet. A huge thanks to everyone that helped create such an amazing place for us to be creative & help our clients!

The Big Apple

One of our favorite places in the world is New York City! Whether we’re there shooting corporate videos or just hanging with the family, it’s always a great time!

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