Comments on: Same Blog! New LOOK!

By: Michael

Michael — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 17:58:27 +0000

Sorry to say it but like most of the folks above, I’m not a fan of the redesign. I don’t come here for pretty pictures or what not, but for the wealth of information and to read over old posts. This new design makes it more difficult. I know that pictures help bring in readers, and I love Donna’s photography, but if I want a showcase of that I’d go to her site. Use them effectively, but don’t make this site all about that.

By: Katy

Katy — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:30:20 +0000

being in the graphic design world myself, I like the new site layout but I have to say I really loved the “red” in your old banner–made everything pop!
didn’t take away from Donna’s great photos at all!

I agree about the muted colors—not sure about muting the banner so much–mainly because the colorful ad on the left then takes away from your banner and my eyes keep getting drawn to that!…. and your picture looks washed out and makes you look a bit jaundiced! LOL… I would bring in just a bit more color (maybe just give the banner a color overlay so it doesn’t look so gray) and that should brighten up the whole thing and still bring focus to Donna’s photos

the content is as great as ever!

By: Carolyn Jung

Carolyn Jung — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 02:41:57 +0000

Nice new look! The photos really pop this way. Kudos to your wife for all her glorious food photos. I’m so envious of her talents.

By: George Jardine

George Jardine — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 20:50:11 +0000

Definitely a big improvement, Michael. Keep up the good work.

George

By: Jeffery Thorp

Jeffery Thorp — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:53:30 +0000

Hi Michael,

I have to agree with the majority of your readers, I’m not really liking the redesign.

The content and images? Fantastic!

By: Fuji Mama

Fuji Mama — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:51:50 +0000

Gorgeous new look! I’m also loving your tagline.

By: The missing link

The missing link — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:59:33 +0000

What! No link to your wife’s blog?

By: newsmike

newsmike — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:57:30 +0000

Having led a number of redesigns in both print and online, I know that the main reaction from readers is always “why did you change this!?” So stay the course if you have a long-term vision for your site …

However, I do have to agree that the color palette is too muted. It affects the readability of the type, and it just seems to sap the energy from your posts and the comments. Imagine walking into a restaurant with beige walls, beige tablecloths, beige plates, etc., in an effort to make the food stand out more — the whole experience would be missing something. Food – both pro and home – is a rich, vibrant world, and all the senses should be engaged.

I do agree that Donna’s photos need no help to stand out.

By: Pam

Pam — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 07:14:12 +0000

I like the fact that everything has its place and I like the muted tones. I’m just really not crazy about this particular color combination.
And since when have Donna’s photos EVER needed help? They shine regardless of what’s around them.

By: luis

luis — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 04:27:41 +0000

Do whatever you need to do..bro. But deliver tha content which you do again and again… Bravo.

By: Aaron

Aaron — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 04:16:05 +0000

I think the new style looks fine but these colors are just too washed out, going back over some old posts the colors even make the photos more bland.

By: Pabboy

Pabboy — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 03:26:51 +0000

I can understand 2 blog entries per page but the SEARCH RESULT has only 2 summary results per page. It’s become really difficult to have to keep clicking PREVIOUS ENTRIES to get to the exact entry I’m looking for.

Otherwise I love your blog and read it everyday.

By: Nancy

Nancy — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:03:08 +0000

P.S. I tried it again. Read it again. Saw your comment about letting Donna’s photography stand out. It doesn’t. It’s like LIFE magazine in the 1920s.

Sorry.

By: dawn emerson

dawn emerson — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:01:21 +0000

I like the typography and layout a lot but hate the color – even the photo seems more muted. Donna’s color photos really used to POP (I’m thinking of that fresh garlic on the stalk). blech.

By: Russ H.

Russ H. — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:53:21 +0000

Dammit! NOW how am I going to know how to get my Kraft Cheeze?!?

Thanks loads Michael!

By: Nancy

Nancy — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:44:44 +0000

Okay, I’m a Grinch! The whole thing seems drab & depressing. I don’t see this as the contemporary, vibrant, dynamic site oozing the energy & enthusiasm you used to have. I can’t see myself looking forward to your next posting or recommending the site to others. It just seems dead, Michael. BORRRRRing!
Sorry!
(If this is published twice it’s because something’s also wrong w/the posting mechanism because it gave me an error message before.)

By: Nancy

Nancy — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:41:58 +0000

By: Issy

Issy — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:26:44 +0000

Ooh I am loving the new look!

By: Zoey4now

Zoey4now — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:19:39 +0000

It’s a Day of Changes…some for good and some for bad but all in the name of Food…love the new site and yes it is really easy on the eyez.

By: Erik

Erik — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:34:07 +0000

I really miss the links to the next and previous posts at the TOP of the page. I’m only seeing the link to the next (Turkey Stock) post at the bottom, after all the comments.