Did you try any of these top recipes from 2019?

Plus, meet our featured Local Guide Jiravadee Lorgrailert.

What were people eating in 2019? Welcome to the 2nd edition of our dining digest—a newsletter made just for our top Local Guides dining contributors. In this issue you'll find some of Google's top searched recipes, get to meet one of our foodies, and learn how to take a picture-perfect food photo. But first, did you try any of 2019's top food trends, like alternative milk (oat milk latte?) or takeout from a cloud kitchen? Let us know on this Connect board. Google's Year in Search: Recipes As a food-obsessed Local Guide, you might be interested in some of the top searched recipes across Google last year. Explore these top recipes and start the year by trying something new. Plant-based recipes Australia Chicha morada Brazil Pastiera napoletana Italy Teriyaki chicken Singapore Shepherd's pie United States Food lover spotlight Who better to get dining inspiration from than fellow food lovers? Get to know our featured Local Guide foodie Jiravadee Lorgrailert and stay tuned to see who we feature next. Jiravadee Lorgrailert Bangkok, Thailand What is your favorite dish of all time? Varieties of salad, both spicy and non-spicy If you could have breakfast with anyone in the world, who would that person be and where would you go? Jamie Oliver Grindelwald, Switzerland If someone was going to visit your city for the first time, where is the one place they should eat? Blue Elephant Bangkok | Thai Restaurant & Cooking School, 233 S Sathon Rd, Yan Nawa, Sathon, Bangkok 10120 If you could take a trip anywhere in the world, all expenses paid, where would you go? Scandinavia (Norway, Sweden Finland) What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Raspberry sorbet Local Guide Jiravadee Lorgrailert This edition's top photo tip Local Guide Pooja Agrawal Food photographers are the first to admit: taking an excellent dining photo can be harder than it looks. Luckily, anyone can do it—as long as they're armed with the right techniques. Here's this edition's top tip: Arrange your food neatly: When getting ready to take pictures of food, it's important to arrange your food neatly to create visual interest. Take a few photos of the dish before you take your first bite, in order to keep the plate as clean as possible. See more tips Craving more dining-related articles? Check out the food and drink category on Local Guides Connect Forum. Did you like this email? You received this message because you're signed up for emails from Local Guides about news and product updates. You may unsubscribe or update your email preferences on the Local Guides settings page. © 2020 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043

Google Maps got a redesign—see it now

Update your app to see the new icon and redesigned layout.

Google Maps has a new look As a Local Guide, you love sharing your experiences and in celebration of Google Maps' 15th birthday, we've made doing that even easier. Earlier this month we updated Google Maps with a new icon and redesigned the layout to get you to your contributions faster. Update the Google Maps app on your mobile device to see the changes! There's more to explore on the new Google Maps Quick access to contribute When you open the Google Maps app you'll now see the Contribute tab at the bottom of the homescreen, making it even easier for you to do what you do best. Use the updated tab to add photos, edit the Map, view your profile, and see how your photos and reviews are helping others. Easily view and edit your profile Access your profile from the new Contribute tab. Here you can let others know all about yourself, see your past contributions, and update your settings. See what's new Did you like this email? You received this message because you're signed up for emails from Local Guides about news and product updates. You may unsubscribe or update your email preferences on the Local Guides settings page. © 2020 Google LLC 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043