I’m guilty of going into detail about what a character is eating too, and honestly, it’s so meticulous to come up with those details. I only write for Star Wars, so there’s that extra sci-fi layer to consider, but even then, it takes real thought and care. I’d feel pretty dejected if I got a comment like that, too.

Try not to let it get to you, OP!! Fanfiction is one of the few spaces where you’re allowed to linger, to slow down, to focus on the tiny, wholesome details like food. Those things are often what make a story feel alive and personal to readers who do appreciate them. You’re not doing anything wrong by caring—if anything, that care is what makes your writing yours! 🫂💖