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Alaina Chou

Commerce Writer

Alaina creates digital content for Bon Appétit and Epicurious, writing and producing commerce stories and newsletters across brands. Her work covers a wide range of topics, including the best-tasting whey protein, the squeezable tahini she can’t live without, and how to outfit your kitchen like Carmy from FX’s The Bear. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied Fine Arts, Alaina spent (most of) her free time cooking, contributing to the school’s culinary magazine, and eating her way through the Philly food scene. She worked in food styling, content creation, and marketing before landing in her hometown of New York City and joining the food brands at Condé Nast.

The Best Boning Knives Will Have You Butchering Meat Like a Pro

If you regularly break down chickens or fillet fish, you need one in your life.

The Best Santoku Knife for Agile Slicing and Dicing

It may just replace your favorite chef’s knife.

10 Kitchen Tools to Make Cooking at an Airbnb So Much Easier

Because even the most picturesque kitchens often lack some basic supplies.

Your Knife Holder Should Be Magnetic

It’s time to ditch that grimy old knife block.

Breville’s Newest Espresso Machine Is Worth Every Penny

If you dream of pulling pro-level espresso shots and perfecting your latte art, listen up.

The Best Nut Butters Are the Ones You Buy Online

Folks with nut allergies, avert your eyes.

47 Best KitchenAid Cyber Monday Deals of 2024 to Mix It Up

The best early deals on the best stand mixers from Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy.

21 Best Vitamix Cyber Monday Deals 2024 for Soups and Sauces

The absolute best blender you can possibly buy—on sale for 18% off on Cyber Monday, plus more discounts on major appliances.

The Dessert Lover’s Gift Guide

Handcrafted confections, coveted cookie tins, and dessert-themed wearables for the sweet tooth in your life.

The 12 Best Deals to Score from All-Clad's Factory Seconds Sale

Shop the pots, pans, and appliances Bon Appétit editors love—at unbeatable prices.

The Last-Minute Gift Guide

Including subscription gifts that don't need to arrive on the actual day, virtual baking classes, and plenty of fast-shipping options.

9 Pottery Gifts for Every Type of Food Person

You’re not going to learn how to throw pottery overnight, so buy these gifts instead.

The Green Curry Cod I Make for a Fast, Protein-Rich Meal

November’s Feel-Good Food Plan is here (with no mention of turkey in sight).

Green Curry Coconut Cod

Curry paste, coconut milk, and fresh spinach yield a vibrant sauce for tender fish.

Thanks to These Products, I Have an Actual Knife-Care Routine

Plus a pepper grinder that revolutionized my late-night cacio e pepe.

The Best Meal Delivery Services, According to Bon Appétit Editors

Meal kit and delivery options for every kind of cook (and those who don’t want to cook at all).

I Tried a Bunch of Stanley Cup Lookalikes so You Don’t Have To

If you’re in the market for a 40-oz. tumbler, I’ve got intel.