An interesting set up which might have worked better in a different composition. Seems to front on. Don't be afraid to move the camera around and try a what seems weird angle, may produce great results. Touch OOF. the Y is great but then it gets soft on the e and a little sharper again on the s.
Very nice shot. I really like the fill-flash on the syrup, it really makes the syrup pop in this image. It is also a nice arrangement with a background that compliments the composition.
very cleve :)
I like the soft focus on the plate, cherry and syrup, would like the "YES" crisper. the grain works well as does the tiny dot. the white lines on the syrup are a bit distracting (small nit)