Rochelle Bilow
Senior Associate Web Editor. When she’s not torturing herself by grinding coffee beans by hand and making her own butter, Rochelle writes about cooking techniques and seasonal eating for bonappetit.com. She comes to BA by way of a small farm in Central New York, where she worked as a farmhand and the farm cook. She never met a nut or seed butter she didn’t like. Spirit food: Tahini
Culture
Your Morning Coffee Routine Just Got a Whole Lot Lazier with this Alarm Clock
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on August 11, 2014.
Classic Comfort Food with a Spicy Twist
Creamed corn is a classic—we're upgrading it with chile flakes and crème fraîche.
The Cuban Sandwich: An Epic Feast Between Bread
The Cuban sandwich is a diner classic—make it at home and eat the leftovers all week long.
Homemade Peach Jam Makes You Oh-So Fancy
Making homemade jam is easier than you think—and a great way to preserve those extra peaches.
Culture
Happy Birthday, Italian Percolator!
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on August 8, 2014.
Cooking
A Fruity Beer Cocktail We Can Get Behind
Raspberry lambic beer and black currant liqueur make for a memorable cocktail.
Culture
Cabbage: Brassica's Black Sheep
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on August 7, 2014.
techniques
The Back Pocket Pasta: How to Cook Dinner Using Only Pantry Staples
These "back pocket pasta" ideas make use of common pantry staples and come together in minutes—perfect for a weeknight dinner.
A Tomato Soup, Made for the Summer
This garlicky tomato soup with basil and bread is a perfect summertime meal.
techniques
Combat the Mid-Week Cooking Slump with these Easy Dinner Ideas
These easy weeknight dinners, including pastas and frittatas, come together with minimal effort.
Culture
Farmers' Markets: Still Tasty, Not Quite As Popular
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on August 6, 2014.
techniques
Eggplant Common Mistakes—And How to Avoid Them
Nobody likes bitter-tasting eggplant—are you making any of these common eggplant cooking mistakes?
Dessert Tonight: Cobble Something Together with Stone Fruit
A quick and simple cobbler will make good use of summer's stone fruit bounty.
Spice and Sweeten Up Your Yogurt with Dates and Rhubarb
Honey-sweetened yogurt with dates and rhubarb is perfect for snack time, breakfast, or dessert.
Culture
Honeydew's a Honey-don't; Lava Steaks Are a Thing
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on August 4, 2014.
Make the Most Out of Your Squash Blossoms: Add Cheese
Stuffed squash blossoms are a classic summertime staple—we like using a combination of ricotta and mozzarella.
Seared Scallops Get Fancy with Tomato Water
Scallops are always special—adding fresh tomato, mint, and lime makes them even better.
A Charming Toast, for All Your Brunch Needs
The combination of sweet peaches and creamy blue cheese make for one memorable crostini.
A Beer Cocktail with a Twist
A beer cocktail with a twist? Bottoms up!