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
Easy, Cheesy, Smoked Gouda Grits (are Delicious)
These grits are made creamy with plenty of smoked Gouda cheese—be sure to use coarse ground grits for good texture.
Try Something New; Try Aquavit
Aquavit, a Scandinavian spirit, is great in cocktails—here we pair it with Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray soda.
Culture
Bad News for Breakfast: Nobody Likes Cereal, and Bananas are in Danger
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on May 15, 2014.
Recipes
12 Dishes Best Served Cold, Like Revenge
Some dishes—like beef tartare, gazpacho, and revenge—are better served cold. Here are 12 to enjoy while crushing your enemies, etc., etc.
Eat Your Artichokes with Cheese and Yogurt, Black Pepper
Steamed artichokes and dip? It's a classic combination, made even better with salty Parmesan and plenty of black pepper.
Culture
Lamb is the Best Thing, Ever; It's a Great Day to Be a Kale Farmer
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on May 14, 2014.
Culture
When It Comes to Taste, What Matters More: Our Mouths or Our Minds?
We know we love to eat—what we don't know is why and how. So we rounded up cultural and scientific observations about the psychology—and physiology—of taste
Portable Pies are the Best Pies
Ever been tempted to eat an entire pie by yourself? Now you can! Enter the blueberry hand pie.
Culture
9 News Stories That Have Nothing to Do with Food
We're always searching for a "food angle" when it comes to news and pop culture—but we just couldn't find one for these 9 stories.
Lemony Onions Make it Big Time, Become Supper's Darling
Roasting spring onions helps bring out their natural sweetness—and makes them a perfect side for dinner tonight.
Culture
Ice Cubes Get a Makeover, Craft Beer Gets Too Big for its Barrels
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on May 12, 2014.
Discover Scafata; Forever Change the Way You Look at Fava Beans
Scafata is a traditional Italian stew with fava beans—we're adding a poached egg to ours.
Here are 3 Excellent Reasons to Make Roast Lamb for Dinner
Lamb shoulder gets fancied up with some classic accoutrements—it's a perfect Sunday supper.
Donut Muffins Make it Big, Take Over the World
Dirt bombs are donut-muffin hybrids flavored with cinnamon and sugar—we think you will like them.
Have a Roman Holiday, Minus the Italy
You don't have to travel to Italy to enjoy a Roman holiday—learn to make this classic cocktail at home.
promotions
Check Out What's Happening at Vegas Uncork'd!
Vegas Uncork'd is in full-swing (our party pants are ON)—here's a glimpse at some of the best eats, drinks, and scenes from around town
Culture
Hornet Vomit Makes Us Strong; Beaujolais Makes Us Happy
A roundup of food news from around the Internet on May 8, 2014.
Culture
What Does Katie Couric Have for Breakfast?
Sparkling orange juice and foamed milk top Katie Couric's list of A.M. beverages—here's what else she eats, drinks, and does each morning.
We've Only Got (Chicken) Thighs for You
Ready to thigh-ify your dinner? Let's talk chicken thighs and honey-soy glaze.
techniques
8 Common Misteaks Mistakes People Make When Cooking Steak
Cooking a perfect steak is trickier than you may think. Here are the most common steak mistakes—and how to avoid them.