Photography by Tim Sonntag

Famous for My Dinner Parties: A Playful Take on Food Trends

Food trends are more than just passing crazes—they reveal deeper truths about culture, identity, and our desires. Famous for My Dinner Parties explores this phenomenon with a playful yet thought-provoking approach, using humor to uncover the ways in which food fads can both fetishize and demonize different foods. At first glance, the magazine appears lighthearted, but as readers delve deeper, a more nuanced perspective emerges.

Created by Junshen Wu, Sandra von Mayer-Myrtenhain, and Yannic Moeken, Famous for My Dinner Parties is a collaborative and evolving project that functions like a “chain letter,” with different designers shaping each issue to keep it fresh. Now on its third issue, the magazine continues to celebrate the diverse cultural narratives surrounding food and eating habits.

Issue 002 represents a significant expansion from its predecessor, packing 100 pages with a rich array of articles, illustrations, and photographs. Each contribution adds a unique voice, from Anna Broujean’s text and illustrations in the pink spread to Eilis Dart’s playful avocado-themed artwork. Other featured collaborators include Gemma Wilson, Kenneth Lam, and Suyin Haynes, each bringing their own perspective to the conversation.

Typography plays a crucial role in shaping the magazine’s identity. The main headline on the cover features UVAS by Nils Dam Nordlund, a typeface that won a Type Directors Club award in 2023. Various articles employ distinctive typefaces to match their themes: ITC Benguiat lends a femme-fatale, 70s-inspired feel to “3 Women: A Matter of Taste and Time,” while Inter gives “A is for Avocado” a millennial aesthetic. Meanwhile, Hobeaux brings warmth and playfulness to “Food Forecast 2076.”

Lind Haugaard, a multidisciplinary designer with a passion for typography and bold visual identities, played a key role in shaping this issue’s aesthetic. With an eye for blending concept-driven design with engaging storytelling, Lind helped bring the magazine’s playful yet insightful approach to life. Lind Haugaard’s work spans a variety of disciplines, from brand identity development to motion graphics and experimental design mediums. By embracing strong conceptual foundations and forward-thinking aesthetics, Lind is committed to evolving as both an artist and a designer.

As Famous for My Dinner Parties continues to evolve, it remains a unique platform for exploring the intersections of food, culture, and design—always surprising, always fresh, and always ready to challenge conventional perspectives with a smile.

Photography by Tim Sonntag

Famous for My Dinner Parties: A Playful Take on Food Trends

Food trends are more than just passing crazes—they reveal deeper truths about culture, identity, and our desires. Famous for My Dinner Parties explores this phenomenon with a playful yet thought-provoking approach, using humor to uncover the ways in which food fads can both fetishize and demonize different foods. At first glance, the magazine appears lighthearted, but as readers delve deeper, a more nuanced perspective emerges.

Created by Junshen Wu, Sandra von Mayer-Myrtenhain, and Yannic Moeken, Famous for My Dinner Parties is a collaborative and evolving project that functions like a “chain letter,” with different designers shaping each issue to keep it fresh. Now on its third issue, the magazine continues to celebrate the diverse cultural narratives surrounding food and eating habits.

Issue 002 represents a significant expansion from its predecessor, packing 100 pages with a rich array of articles, illustrations, and photographs. Each contribution adds a unique voice, from Anna Broujean’s text and illustrations in the pink spread to Eilis Dart’s playful avocado-themed artwork. Other featured collaborators include Gemma Wilson, Kenneth Lam, and Suyin Haynes, each bringing their own perspective to the conversation.

Typography plays a crucial role in shaping the magazine’s identity. The main headline on the cover features UVAS by Nils Dam Nordlund, a typeface that won a Type Directors Club award in 2023. Various articles employ distinctive typefaces to match their themes: ITC Benguiat lends a femme-fatale, 70s-inspired feel to “3 Women: A Matter of Taste and Time,” while Inter gives “A is for Avocado” a millennial aesthetic. Meanwhile, Hobeaux brings warmth and playfulness to “Food Forecast 2076.”

Lind Haugaard, a multidisciplinary designer with a passion for typography and bold visual identities, played a key role in shaping this issue’s aesthetic. With an eye for blending concept-driven design with engaging storytelling, Lind helped bring the magazine’s playful yet insightful approach to life. Lind Haugaard’s work spans a variety of disciplines, from brand identity development to motion graphics and experimental design mediums. By embracing strong conceptual foundations and forward-thinking aesthetics, Lind is committed to evolving as both an artist and a designer.

As Famous for My Dinner Parties continues to evolve, it remains a unique platform for exploring the intersections of food, culture, and design—always surprising, always fresh, and always ready to challenge conventional perspectives with a smile.