Image Credit: The Weinstein Company.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nUnlike Chef<\/em> and Julie & Julia<\/em>, the food in Burnt<\/em> is not rustic and homemade. In this film, you can let your mouth water at the shots of exquisite, high-end plates that you only see in the best restaurants in the world. It\u2019s perfect for anyone who wants to see dishes that ride the line between food and pure art.<\/p>\n4. Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Magnolia Pictures.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nJiro Dreams of Sushi<\/em> is a documentary about a teeny tiny sushi restaurant and its passionate chef who persistently strives for perfection in every sushi roll. You\u2019ll get to see plenty of mesmerizing shots of the most beautiful sushi on the planet while learning about the interesting perspectives of both Jiro and his son.<\/p>\n5. Tampopo (1985)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Toho.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nTampopo<\/em> is a cute movie about two drivers who try to help a restaurant owner perfect his noodle dish to make his business more successful. There are many scenes where people passionately chow down on massive bowls of noodles and soup that will have your mouth watering in no time.<\/p>\n6. Chocolat (2000)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Miramax Films.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nIf you\u2019re looking for a movie to fuel your sweet tooth, look no further than Chocolat<\/em>. It\u2019s an endearing movie about a charming woman and her son who uplift and change an entire community by opening an unorthodox but enticing chocolate shop that seems to bring joy to all.<\/p>\n7. The Big Night (1996)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: The Samuel Goldwyn Company.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThis movie has some intense scenes as two brothers struggle to get their Italian restaurant off the ground. Italian food, from the robust red sauces to the vibrant green herbs to the lovely layers of lasagna, is some of the most gorgeous cuisines, so you can enjoy shots of familiar Italian dishes as well as weird creations the two brothers come up with.<\/p>\n
8. Babette\u2019s Feast (1987)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Nordisk Film Distribution.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFor a foodie movie off the beaten path, check out Babette\u2019s Feast<\/em>, an eccentric Danish movie about a French woman who moves to an uptight and bland Danish village. The Parisian refugee named Babette brings her love and appreciation for food to the village and helps the rigid religious Danes indulge in a beautiful feast.<\/p>\n9. The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Francois Duhamel \/ DreamWorks II Distribution Co., LLC.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Hundred-Foot Journey<\/em> is one of the best movies for people who love to cook. It\u2019s about two rival restaurants who eventually learn to appreciate one another\u2019s cuisine. The characters often discuss crucial elements of cooking, such as the five French mother sauces, so it can even be educational for aspiring chefs.<\/p>\n10. Ratatouille (2007)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Pixar\/Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nRatatouille<\/em> has some stunning images of food, from the creamy soups to the saucy ratatouille at the end. It\u2019s exciting watching the intensity of the kitchen compared to the calm in the dining room when the gorgeous food arrives. Despite all the rats in the kitchen, my stomach starts growling every time I watch this movie.<\/p>\n11. The Lunchbox (2013)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Sony Pictures Classics.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThis film is a romance drama about a depressed housewife who prepares a special, stunning lunch for her husband in an attempt to reconnect. Well, the lunch winds up in the hands of a widower, and they begin an unusual friendship. The lunches in this film are impeccable and inspirational dishes.<\/p>\n
12. Eat Drink Man Woman (1994)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: The Samuel Goldwyn Company.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThis Taiwanese-American comedy-drama heavily focuses on a family\u2019s extravagant and delicious weekly Sunday dinners. A retired master chef and his family create a dazzling meal every week that keeps the family close and grounded as they deal with life’s woes.<\/p>\n
13. Delicious (2021)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Samuel Goldwyn Films.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nDelicious<\/em> is a historical drama that takes place just before the French Revolution. It follows the story of a young chef who decides to leave his master and miserable life of servantry to open his own restaurant and fulfill his dreams. The food in the movie is nothing less than grand, with scenes of enticing feasts.<\/p>\n14. La Grande Bouffe (1973)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: ABKCO Films.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWhile this movie has an abundance of food and scenes of people eating, it\u2019s not always appetizing. People gorge themselves on fat turkey legs, monstrous cakes, and more with the intention of eating themselves to death. There is food in practically every scene, but it may not make you hungry.<\/p>\n
15. Ramen Girl (2008)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Warner Bros.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nRamen Girl<\/em> is similar to Tampopo<\/em> as it\u2019s about a young woman who is taken under the wing of a Japanese chef so she can learn how to make perfect ramen. The noodles are central to the movie and appear in most scenes, and you get to watch her learn the intricacies of this special meal.<\/p>\n16. The Menu (2022)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Searchlight Pictures.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThis thriller movie takes place at the most exclusive and lavish restaurant, where the head chef decides to torment his guests and eventually sets the place on fire. While much of the food is part of his twisted game, it all looks delicious. Despite the brutal ending, the movie always leaves me wanting a classic cheeseburger, and you\u2019ll see why.<\/p>\n
17. East Side Sushi (2014)<\/h2>\nImage Credit: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThis heartwarming and inspirational film is about a Latino woman who becomes enamored with sushi and strives to become a professional sushi chef. The plates of sushi in the film are spectacular, and the food is truly the focus of the film, as the main character tries to absorb as much information as she can about creating these sensational dishes.<\/p>\n
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