Tyllie Barbosa, Photographer, Chicago

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A close-up overhead shot captures a piece of toasted bread with a fried egg cooked into the center, garnished generously with dark chili crisp oil, chili flakes, sesame seeds, and small green herbs. The egg yolk is bright yellow and sits runny at the center of the textured, golden-brown toast. The dish rests on a white plate with visible dark cutlery positioned in the upper right corner. Bright, natural overhead lighting casts crisp highlights and soft shadows across the food surface. This culinary composition was photographed in Chicago by Tyllie Barbosa.