Chef and food stylist Ashton Keefe discusses her philosophy on food: that it is as an act of love and an opportunity for beauty. Food is not just about the taste, but also about the way it makes you feel and the memories it creates. Ashton shares her career path, from working in a gourmet food shop to becoming a chef and then a food stylist. She talks about the differences between styling food for video or photo shoots and serving food in a restaurant. Ashton also discusses her approach to developing recipes, focusing on fresh ingredients, simplicity, and making recipes that can be personalized and become a part of someone's cooking repertoire.