Asia McLain
School
University Of Southern California – School Of Cinematic Arts
Expertise
Southern & New Orleans Style Cooking, Baking, Celebrity Chefs & Cookbooks
- Asia's articles have been featured in Multiples of America's "Notebook" national magazine and the Disney Food Blog.
- She once won a neighborhood "Iron Chef" competition where the secret ingredient was sweet potato. The highlight of the winning menu was her Caribbean sweet potato salad.
- Her favorite restaurant is a 100-year-old Mexican spot in L.A.
Experience
Asia has been contributing to Daily Meal since 2023. She has been writing since she could hold a pencil and has worked as a professional writer for over a decade. Asia began her media writing career as a parenting writer and content creator for BuzzFeed and has since expanded her coverage to a diverse variety of lifestyle topics, including TV, movies, travel, food, women's issues, health, and Disney Parks. She has also conducted interviews with celebrities like Chrissy Teigen, Kristen Bell, and "Supernanny" Jo Frost.
Education
Asia has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in writing for screen and television from the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts.
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Stories By Asia McLain
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Next time you purchase coleslaw for a tasty occasion, you should consider adding this crunchy ingredient that will bring in extra flavor and texture.
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Take a few simple ingredients along with your leftover stuffing and create a full-flavored, classic Southern comfort food with the help of your air fryer.
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The solution to bringing back a shine on your grimy pots and pans may already be in your choice of alcoholic beverages. Try this tip; it really works.
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Turkey bacon can turn out a bit underwhelming if you don't know how to crisp it up properly. Here's how to nail the texture every time.
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Looking to take that chili you got at the grocery store to unexpected heights? All you need to add is one flavorful pastry to bring on some sweetness.
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If you've ever had your punch making slowed down by a stuttering, slow glugging when you pour a bottle into your bowl, give the vortex pour a try.
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Simplicity is key when creating the most delicious complementary dressing for a tomato and cucumber salad. Just perfect the ratio of three simple ingredients.
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Making the best nachos with all the ooey-gooey layers begins with choosing the right cheese, and this classic variety shouldn't be overlooked.
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In a pinch we've all grabbed some store-bought gravy. There are a few ways to add depth of flavor to generic gravy with a specific kind of soy sauce.
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Dull kitchen shears aren't of much use to anyone, but you can return the blades to their former glory with this easy hack - no stone required!
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Fried pickles might seem like a snack you have to pick up on the go, but they can be simple to make right in your own home kitchen.
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There's few simpler treats than s'mores. But if you're looking for a flavor upgrade, then this candy store classic might be what you're looking for.
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There's nothing worse than soggy fried chicken. Use a few sheets of paper towels to keep your chicken crispy and potluck-ready long after frying.
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All of the spices and seasonings in potato salad gives the dish a robust taste, but the key to a dimensional flavor profile could be a hint of sugar.
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With a little sweetness and spice that a simple hot honey can provide, you will have a quick and easy flavor upgrade to any drab and dreary salad.
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Making more than one mojito at a party takes a little bit of elbow grease, to say the least. Have you ever tried whipping up an entire pitcher?
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Parchment paper can be a bit difficult to tear correctly, but with this brilliant hack, you'll be able to tear your parchment paper perfectly each time!
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Scrubbing gunk off of your bakeware can be time consuming and difficult. With this one handy tool, you can wipe away that gunk with no problem.
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If your aluminum cookware has lost its luster, turn to your produce cabinet for a simple, natural solution that will make those pans gleam again.
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No matter how you cook your fish, a pinch of sugar ensures that your filets turn out moist, thoroughly cooked, and with a delightfully crispy skin.
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Believe it or not, one of the best ways to elevate a classic lemon drop martini is by adding some raw egg or meringue. But exactly how do you go about this?
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Pickles can be a great addition to a meat or cheese sandwich, but risk making the bread turn to mush. But this mayo hack will stop that from happening.
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Oatmeal is a versatile breakfast that can be topped with just about anything. But don't forget this one surprising seasoning for a flavor elevation.
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Need to make cupcakes pronto, with no time to whip up buttercream from scratch? We share how to add butter to canned frosting for a delicious baking hack.
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Did you know you can utilize car wax quite effectively throughout your kitchen? Here's why you should start putting car wax on your glass stovetop.
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You might think that adding heaps of garlic and a slathering of butter is enough to level up your bread. But your grill can take the flavor even further.
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Plant-based burger patties don't behave like real meat and require some extra considerations during grilling. Here's how to avoid a common vegan burger mistake.