I’ll Take the Check, When You Have a Moment
On June 2, 2015, I emailed Whitson Gordon, then editor-in-chief of Lifehacker, about a freelance writing opportunity on a fairly new, food-focused blog called “Skillet.” Eight years, five EICs, four…
7 Ways to Make Your Halloween Spread a Little Creepy
In terms of themed food, Halloween allows for the most creativity. It’s the only time of year you’re encouraged to be off-putting and gross; as a kind of creepy woman,…
How to Buy, Use, and Care for Nonstick Cookware
Nonstick cookware makes cooking easier, but it doesn’t necessarily make cooking better. It doesn’t sear as well as cast iron or stainless steel, its finicky finish is at odds with…
Welcome to The Grown-up Kitchen
Hello, and welcome to The Grown-up Kitchen. While Allie and I usually focus on helping people cook better, smarter, and faster through tips, tricks, and (of course) hacks, we’re getting…
12 Podcasts Than Will Make Anyone Fall in Love With Podcasts
I’m always trying to get people to listen to more podcasts. If you listen to five, I want you listening to eight. If you listen eight, I want that number…
Foods You Should Be Grating, But Probably Aren’t
Whether you get it off the block or grab handfuls from a bag, grated cheese is an important food. The tiny teeth of the grater transform it from a solid…
12 Interview Podcasts Way Better Than Joe Rogan
The Joe Rogan Experience is technically one of the biggest podcasts around, numbers-wise, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best. Here are 12 interview podcasts hosted by people with the…
The Case for Putting Expensive Eggs on Cheap Pizza
Photo: Claire Lower Eggs are expensive right now. I know it. You know it. Allie knows it. But they still cost less than a lot of other things. For what…
Make These Oat Pancakes for a Hearty Breakfast
A day off is reason enough to celebrate with a special breakfast. Whether it’s a typical Saturday with no obligations, or you’re observing a mid-week mental health day, you should…