Submissions

Off-Menu Magazine publishes thoughtful stories that explore the personal narratives and human experiences shaping the world of food and drink.

We’re drawn to work that illuminates the people behind the scenes, centering lived and shared experience. Through strong writing and photography, we examine the cultural, emotional, and social connections that food creates — bringing an anthropic perspective back into food media.

We welcome pitches that are rich in narrative, visually compelling, and culturally grounded. We value diverse perspectives and original approaches to storytelling, and we aim to spotlight the individuals driving the global food and beverage landscape.

Off-Menu Specials

We accept pitches year-round on a rolling basis for Off-Menu Specials, our digital column. The guidelines below apply specifically to these digital features.

Submissions for our annual print issue are not open year-round. We announce open calls for the print issue via our Instagram and newsletter, with dedicated themes, timelines, and submission guidelines.

Pitch Guidelines

Email Subject Line

Please format your subject line as: “Pitch:” followed by a proposed headline.

Headlines should be compelling, fewer than 10 words, and clearly convey the focus of the story.

Example: “Pitch: Seeking Truth in the Olive Groves”

Introduction

If this is your first time pitching Off-Menu, include a brief introduction outlining who you are, why you’re interested in contributing, and links to 2–3 relevant writing or photography samples.

Story Pitch

Include a 1–2 paragraph overview of the proposed story. This should outline:

Deadline

Please propose a first draft deadline and flag any time-sensitive elements. Publication dates will be confirmed based on our editorial calendar.

Visuals

Photography is integral to Off-Menu’s storytelling. Writers are encouraged to suggest visual concepts and potential photographers where relevant.

Due to the volume of submissions and the size of our team, we’re unable to respond to every pitch. If your submission is a good fit for Off-Menu, we’ll be in touch about next steps.

For all pitches, please send submissions to: pitch@offmenumag.com