Welcome to Roots to Restaurants! I’m Dougal Brownlie (he/him), and I’ve always believed that food tells a story. Our Seattle-based team specializes in visual storytelling, partnering with chefs and restaurants from diverse backgrounds to create photos, videos, and mini-documentaries that reveal the magic of food.
Our goal is to ignite curiosity and share the rich narratives behind every dish. Just like an onion, our logo symbolizes the depth of these stories, with each layer representing the people, cultures, and experiences tied to the universal language of food.
Let’s explore the world of food together!
Hi, I’m Dougal Brownlie (he/him), and at Roots to Restaurants, we believe food tells a story—one with layers, connections, and rich memories. We create authentic photos, videos, and mini-documentaries that reveal the magic of food. Our Seattle-based team specializes in branded visual storytelling, partnering with chefs and restaurants from diverse backgrounds and honoring your stories.
At Roots to Restaurants, we aim to ignite curiosity and showcase the rich narratives behind each dish. Just like an onion, our logo symbolizes the depth of these stories, with each layer representing the people, cultures, and experiences tied to the universal language of food. We’re thrilled you’re here to join us on this culinary journey. Let's work together!
With love and good eats,
Dougal Brownlie (Owner & Visuals Savorer of Roots to Restaurants)
We own the business Pizza By Ruffin in South Lake Union. We had such a wonderful experience working with Dougal! It’s amazing when a photographer can blend professionalism with a genuine, relaxed approach that allows for authentic. Dougal’s talent was able to capture the heart and atmosphere of our restaurant with photos that I’ll always keep close to my heart. I’m excited to work with him again in the future.
- Isaiah Ruffin & Colleen Constant Owners of Pizza by Ruffin
We own the business Pizza By Ruffin in South Lake Union. We had such a wonderful experience working with Dougal! It’s amazing when a photographer can blend professionalism with a genuine, relaxed approach that allows for authentic moments to be captured. The fact that he respected our wishes regarding our children’s privacy, while still managing to create a beautiful and heartfelt collection of photos, is truly special. His ability to document the spirit of our family-owned business without intrusion speaks volumes about his skill and sensitivity. Dougal’s talent was able to capture the heart and atmosphere of our restaurant with photos that I’ll always keep close to my heart. I’m excited to work with him again in the future.
- Isaiah Ruffin & Colleen Constant Owners of Pizza by Ruffin
Dougal is extremely professional and knowledgeable about his craft. I felt completely comfortable before, during, and after our shoot. Quick communication and easy, flexible scheduling.
- Michelle Lyon, Owner of The Hungry Lyon Cookie Co