Alex Beggs
Contributor
Alex Beggs, previously a senior staff writer at Bon Appétit, covered a wide range of topics for the brand, including everything you need to know about cherries, a column on questionable etiquette, and the reasons why crispy foods reign supreme. Her Thanksgiving feature, “Absolutely Perfect,” earned a National Magazine Award in 2020. Currently, she works as a freelance writer and cookbook co-author based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
test-kitchen
This Is the Most Substantial Lunch on the Planet
With crispy chicken thighs, a spicy ranch dressing, and avocado—this thing will keep you full for hours.
Culture
There's Extremely Affordable Kitchenware at H&M Right Now
$4 plates mean you won't cry a thousand tears when you accidentally break them.
Culture
Stella Bugbee Makes Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner While We're Still Asleep
Bow down to The Cut editor-in-chief, meal-prep queen.
techniques
Can’t. Stop. Putting. Tonnato. On. Everything.
A super easy creamy sauce that goes on salads, roast veg, and spread on sandwiches for best results.
Shopping
We Wore Rosé Deodorant On a Hot Summer Day
How do these all-natural brunch deodorants work? Let us tell you.
Culture
Rosé Gin Is Here, But Does It Taste Like Rosé?
It's pink, and, for some, that might be all that matters.
Cooking
What Even Are Graham Crackers? And Why You Should Bake With Them
The guy who invented them was a little bit crazy, but that's okay.
techniques
The Pork Chop Recipe That Finally Got Me on the Pork Chop Train
A 3-ingredient marinade that makes the juiciest pork chops ever.
Cooking
3 Ways to Make Poached Chicken That Isn’t Blahsville
Plus the trick that guarantees tender, flavorful chicken—every time.
Cooking
This Walnut Dressing Makes You Actually Crave Salad
You can’t get anything like this in a bottle.
Lifestyle
My Misguided Adventures with Protein Cheesecake
Baking with protein powder is weirdly popular right now, but will it ever be as good as the real thing?
Culture
The Rosé-Aperol Spritz Is Your Drink of Summer
Garnish with a grapefruit slice and quirky out-of-office automatic reply.