Bryn Gelbart
School
New York University
Expertise
Fast Good, Kitchen Hacks, NYC Dining
- Bryn took to his own test kitchen and investigated Alton Brown's cold water pasta method for a viral Insider article.
- He has interviewed Brooklyn pastry chefs and restaurateurs for the Park Slope Reader.
- He wrote profiles on two of the top chocolate makers in Brooklyn.
Experience
Bryn is a journalist and critic who has been writing about lifestyle, restaurants, and food culture for years. His culinary journey began when he took a food writing course on a whim at NYU. He spent a semester months digging into the fascinating and competitive NYC food truck scene and unlocked a whole new world for himself. In 2019, he began covering food and lifestyle as a freelancer at Insider. In addition to being a writer and a foodie, Bryn is also an avid home cook who is always on the lookout for the latest and best kitchen tips and hacks. He has been writing for Static Media since 2021 and has bylines in Looper and SVG as well as the Daily Meal.
Education
Bryn graduated from New York University with a B.A. in Journalism and Cinema Studies.
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Stories By Bryn Gelbart
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After a hugely successful first season, FX's "The Bear" is back for Season 2. Here are 20 meals and dishes from the second season ranked from worst to best.
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The Grimace Birthday shake is available for a limited time to celebrate the character's birthday. McDonald's claims it tastes like berry, but we beg to differ.
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From hometown sandwiches to elevated desserts, the meals served on "The Bear" look deliciously enticing. We took a look at 15 of them from the 8-episode season.
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The Cheesecake Factory has quite an extensive menu itself. But the company also operates a spread of other restaurants under different names, including these.
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Food Network chef and host Alton Brown is a master of cooking hacks. Here are the 15 that we've found to be the most useful to the ambitious home cook.
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Go to any Trader Joe's and you will find a massive selection of snacks and candies. We ranked these 23 Trader Joe's candies, from worst to best.
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Pudding is a staple in many homes -- especially when it comes to kids and their snacks. How do you know which brand to choose? Well, we've done some homework.
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Many of these pies are steeped in American history, with some invented hundreds of years ago. Strap in for this sweet and sticky history lesson.
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From Hot Mustard to the Big Mac dipping sauce, we taste-tested all of McDonald's sauces and ranked them. Grab some fries and nuggets and let's get dipping.
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Trader Joe's selection of yogurts is seemingly endless. Which are delicious, and which should you leave on the shelf? We tasted them all, so you don't have to.
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Nacho fries are back at Taco Bell, but this time there is a twist. Now featuring Yellowbird-based habanero ranch, are these fries worth your time? We review.
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Are you looking for some of the finest ramen in the U.S.? If you are in New York, then you're in luck. Here's a list of some of the best ramen spots in NYC.
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If you're into making bolognese you should know there are lots of different meats you can use for the sauce. Here, we're highlighting several delicious choices.
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If you're a Chick-fil-A fan you know when items are pulled from the menu -- and you might not be happy about it. Here's some of the items we know about.
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Determining what items are healthy on a fast food menu can be hard. If you opt for certain menu items without taking a closer look, you might get burned.
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Everyone loves a good secret, especially when it comes to delicious food. These are the secret menu items you should know about before placing your order.
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The West Coast fast food chain, In-N-Out, has a popular menu. While most of the food and drinks are tasty, here are seven items you might want to avoid.
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These celebrity chefs have found a lot of success throughout their careers, but they couldn't quite hit the mark when it came to running a restaurant.
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Have you ever wondered what gives your favorite fast food that distinct flavor you've come to know over the years? It all comes down to the ingredients.
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Most fast food chains serve eggs; however, many of them actually serve a mixed egg product. There are some fast food establishments that use 100% real eggs.
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From looking at the menu to scouting the premises, there are ways to tell the good barbecue restaurants from the bad. Follow our lead and avoid these red flags.
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Are you looking for delicious fast-casual tacos, nachos, or burritos? See whether Moe's or Qdoba came out on top in our Tex-Mex cuisine comparison.
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This guide will lead you through what you need to know about ordering at Taco Bell for the first time including which items are best for taste and value.
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Want to level up your chocolate chip cookies? One of these game-changing ingredients may be just what you need.
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Latkes are a traditional Jewish dish often eaten during Hannukah. If you serve them up for brunch, you can incorporate a variety of tasty toppings.
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Gui Fieri knows a thing or two about cooking holiday meals. If you're in charge of cooking this holiday season, check out these tips to make your life easier.
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Craving a cheeseburger during breakfast hours? Your chances of ordering one are high at these fast food restaurant chains that will serve you lunch at any hour.