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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

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You know Siggi's yogurt. Now get to know Siggi, the man behind the brand.

Watch Chef Jacques Pépin Demonstrate 7 Mesmerizing Knife Techniques

Chef Jacques Pépin is a culinary legend. Take his master class in knife skills with this collection of how-to videos.

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How to Stay Zen in a Busy Kitchen: Tips From the Chillest Cook Ever

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How to Care for that Fancy Carbon Steel Pan You Just Bought

Not cast-iron. Not stainless steel. Not nonstick. Here's how to use a carbon steel pan.

Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza, Where Have You Been All Our Lives?

Thanks to a store-bought dough and a screaming-hot cast-iron skillet, weeknight pizza just got a whole lot better.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Bacon, the World's Most Perfect Food

There are some people out there committing truly heinous crimes against bacon. Don't be one of them. Avoid these common mistakes and enjoy the world's most perfect food.

The Perfect Vodka Soda Is an Art and a Science

From the proper glassware to the right club soda, there are rules to this classic cocktail.

This Is How You Make a 50-Ingredient, 66-Pound Tray of Nachos

Your nachos are good. Our 50-layer, 66-pound nachos are better.

This Sous Chef Just Might Be the Best Kitchen Multitasker Ever

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Make *Way* Better Waffles by Avoiding These Common Mistakes

Back away from the box of frozen waffles. Make crispy, fluffy, perfect waffles at home—just be sure to avoid these common mistakes.

These Adorable Food Valentines Are Good Enough to Eat

We're head over heels for these food-themed Instagram Valentines from @mariesaba.

The Cocktail Shaker Workout: 6 Exercises to Make You a Better Bartender

Properly shaking up a cocktail requires serious muscles. So we consulted a fitness expert and personal trainer to give us the ideal workout for toning up those arms. (We're serious.)

It's the 20th Anniversary of 'Big Night'! The Cast Talks Italian Food, Their Signature Dishes, and Yes, That Timpano

Tony Shalhoub, Stanley Tucci, Minnie Driver, and Isabella Rossellini, the cast of 'Big Night,' talks Italian food, home cooking, and their favorite restaurants.