Andrew Knowlton
Deputy Editor. Andrew has worked at Bon Appétit since, like, forever (2000 to be exact). He oversees the magazine's restaurant coverage, including the annual Hot 10 list, and writes the rather opinionated Foodist column that has run in the magazine since 2008. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife and two daughters (the older is named after a popular Southern cocktail). He likes all Atlanta sports teams, boiled peanuts, the Dead, JAWS, steal frame bicycles, and running long distances. He dislikes all New York sports teams, kiwis, kidneys, green bell peppers, and drivers who park in bike lanes. Spirit food: Hash browns scattered, smothered, covered, peppered and, if he's really tipsy, chunked
Is Water Better Than Canned Chicken Stock?
If you don't have homemade chicken stock on hand, what should you use?
Restaurant Reviews 1.27.10
Sam Sifton of the New York Times and Michael Bauer of the San Francisco Chronicle aren't the only restaurant critics food lovers should be reading on a weekly basis. Each Wednesday, I'll post links to five noteworthy reviews from critics across the country. This week, Miller Union in Atlanta, Gorbals in Los Angeles, and more.
Do Kids Under Eight Years Old Belong in Restaurants?
The letter from a reader of "Rules for Dining Out with Kids" is easily one of my favorite responses. It hangs on my office wall as inspiration.
Should Restaurants Stop Serving Entrees?
No, you're not the only person who orders two starters and skips the main course?
The 5 Fish You Should Not Eat
With the buzz surrounding sustainable seafood, why do so many restaurants still serve endangered fish, and what can I do about it?
Best Restaurant Dishes of 2009--Budget Edition
The 10 best value dishes I ate this year--priced at or under $10.
The 5 Best Cocktails for Your Holiday Party
You've got enough to stress over this holiday season. Leave the drinks to us.
5 Things To Do with a Can of Chickpeas
Five top chefs reveal their favorite canned chickpea recipes (yes, even chefs cook with canned foods).
Why you shouldn't always cook with extra-virgin olive oil
Extra-virgin olive oil is a staple, but it's not always the best choice for high-heat sautéing and pan-frying.
5 Tips for Dining Out with Kids
Dear BA Foodist: My wife and I like to try new restaurants, but we're also new parents. I've seen what can happen when children behave badly while dining out. Any tips?
Stuffed? Two Remedies for Your Thanksgiving Dinner Coma
Overindulge on stuffing, turkey, gravy, rolls, and pie? We've got the cure for what ails you.
Cranberry Cocktails for Thanksgiving Day
Three festive and seasonal cocktails to get the day started on the right note.
What dish can't you live without on Thanksgiving?
Find out what 30 top chefs said, and then tell us your must-have turkey day dish.