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Jason Kessler

Jason Kessler is a food and travel writer based in Los Angeles. In addition to The Nitpicker column online for Bon Appetit, he is a frequent contributor to Food Republic, Sunset Magazine, Organic Spa and many other publications. As a TV writer, he's written for NBC's The Office, True Jackson VP on Nickelodeon, and The MTV Movie Awards.

Vegas Uncork'd Day 3

Our recap of the festivities yesterday at Vegas Uncork'd: Viva La Vegan, Better By the Bay BBQ, and more

Vegas Uncork'd Day 2

Our recap of the festivities yesterday at Vegas Uncork'd: a private tasting with Alain Ducasse, the Grand Tasting, Celebrity Chef Blackjack, and more

Vegas Uncork'd Day 1

Nothing says Vegas like using large swords to open Champagne bottles, and that's exactly how Bon Appetit's Vegas Uncork'd event kicked off yesterday: with a literal "bang"...

I'm Sick of Mussels

There's one seafood that I've never been able to get behind: mussels.

I'm Sick of Non Candy-Based Holidays

With Halloween quickly approaching, we're about to enter a very special time: special-edition candy season.

I'm Sick of Not Drinking Cherry Coke at the Movies

Welcome to our new column, The Nitpicker. Jason Kessler loves to complain almost as much as he loves to eat. Join him on his journey through the imperfect universe of food.