I’m just kidding. Go ahead. Hate me. And bite me while you’re at it!
According to Lake Superior State University’s 40th Annual List of Banished Words, the term “foodie” is so hated and loathed it should be deleted. And this is not the first time it has been nominated.
I started my food blog almost six years ago. Back then the term foodie was not as over-used as it is, admittedly, today. I liked the sound of the term with my name. I considered a “foodie” to be a food enthusiast. Considering I was in such a bad way back then, food became my life. It is one of the best decisions I have made.
Since then the term has exploded and I agree, may be over-used (especially by yours truly). So what? Honestly, there is a lot to hate in the world but a cute yet positive term for someone who is passionate about food? Get over it!
Feedback From My “Foodie” Friends
In just a few hours I had various feedback from my friends on Facebook. From neutral to positive to not-so-positive. Thank you everyone for your feedback, I really appreciate it! I love my foodie friends. 😉
Classism & Commercialism
I was shocked to discover you can buy a journal just for your culinary explorations at Chapters. Although it appears to be mostly focused on eating and drinking out. Which really annoys me. Foodies can and do make a lot of their own food people! Like me, for example. And a lot of people who come to my blog, thank you very much.
Bring On The Hate
I know it seems silly to even write about this but it is not the first time I have come across visceral hatred of the term and it just seems to be getting worse.
The idea of obliterating a word is not insignificant to me. I am and always will be a writer first. I have a degree in English and Creative Writing. I fell in love with words before I could read them.
I also have a bit of a vested interest, of course. Am I going to be discriminated against as a writer, photographer, human being because I choose to be associated with a term that so many people want annihilated?
I am not going to change for anybody. So… good. I hope I annoy you, haters. I hope I get under that evil skin of yours. I hope my big happy smile makes you want to scream. I hope that my passion for food and unwavering dedication to make life taste “yummy” drives you mad.
You will not censor me. You will not alter my foodie journey. You will not delete my name from the internet. Hate Suzie the Foodie all you want, I am not going anywhere.
bahaha! – while I’m still on team “Lake Superior”, this post is great. I’ve been a reader since way back in the day and have even tried some of your recipes. You rock! Your blog rocks! and I will never be a “hater”. I am one of your “tribe” 4eva! 🙂
You are awesome my friend and I totally appreciate your honesty and the support over the years. I’m part of your trip for life! 🙂 HUGS!
I equate the hating posts to bullying . People will take advantage of the anonymity provided by the internet to vent their frustrations of their own deficiencies on others . If you happen to be in their way , so be it !!! I firmly believe the best to handle way is to delete or simply not react. These people would never say anything to your face , so forget it.
Suzie, you are doing an amazing job , so interact with the people who appreciate your talent and TO HELL with the rest .
Oh that’s so true Wayne, perfect way to be an anonymous bully. I learned a trick when dealing with them when I was at Canada’s Wonderland. The angrier they get, the more I smile and stay quiet. Drives them crazy! Thank you so much Wayne, you rock!!!
Good for you Suzie. The internet is an excellent tool to disseminate hatred and general stupidity. But you use it to share what you love to do and things you enjoy. With each post about rusty skillets or President’s Choice reviews, you defeat another asshole on the internet. Fight the good fight!
It’s so true Tim and thankfully, it’s also an excellent tool for people to come out and be supportive. For which I am grateful. I love thinking about it that way. With each post, I win!
Suzie, I want to see a video of you singing Taylor Swift’s song “Shake It Off” — the Foodie Version!
Wow, I had never seen that video or heard that song before! I didn’t know she had such positive songs and OMG, no way, not shaking my thang on video! Although Reg would crack up in shock if I did, which might be worth it.
Yeah, go ahead and shock him good! His hair’s already white anyway so go for it!
LOL, that’s true!
Hahaha, I’m late to the party, but you two are funny.
I am not surprised at all that Chapters has a Foodie Journal … Heather Reisman will do anything to make a huge buck.
You say that like it’s a bad thing! I have never heard of Heather Reisman before. Funny, the journal isn’t available online, even at Chapters.