C.A. Pinkham
School
University Of Maryland-College Park
Expertise
Food History, Restaurants, Food Culture
- Colin has worked as a professional writer for nearly a decade after getting his start founding and running the Kitchenette sub-blog under the Gawker Media umbrella, where he started the popular Behind Closed Ovens restaurant stories series.
- He was once flown up by Ben & Jerry's to their headquarters to try new products.
- He is obsessed with trying every form of Mountain Dew known to man.
Experience
Colin is a freelance writer for Static Media. He has previously written for sites like Jezebel, Thrillist, Wonkette, FanByte, Jewish Currents, and FanBuzz. In addition to food, he has written in a variety of categories, including sports, video games, history, politics, and Jewish issues.
Education
Colin has a bachelor's degree in East Asian History from the University of Maryland-College Park.
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Stories By C.A. Pinkham
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Most people know of the fruity Bahama Mama cocktail, but pinning down the tropical drink's precise origin is a little tricky. In fact, a lot of mystery remains.
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If you're abstaining from alcohol but still enjoy the taste of beer, the non-alcoholic beer market is incredibly expansive. But how exactly is it made?
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Japan is a nation whose cuisine has made its way to Western dinner tables and restaurants. Kani salad is one such dish, but what is it and what's it made of?
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Every region in the U.S. seems to have its own barbecue style. When it comes to North Carolina and South Carolina versions, what's the difference?
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Chick-fil-A is making an important change to its policy regarding the chickens they use in its popular sandwiches. Here's what you need to know.
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Fast food nostalgia is real, and it doesn't get any more real than the Taco Bell/Pizza Hut Combination restaurant. What ever happened to those?
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Although it might seem like an easy choice to use expensive or fatty cuts for your roast beef sandwich, the most ideal cuts are typically cheaper and leaner.
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Mint may commonly be associated with sweet desserts, but it also works fantastically in a savory context, especially as a bright seasoning for fish,
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The idea of eating a big bowl of noodle soup for breakfast may be unfamiliar to people who aren't from Vietnam, but the tradition makes sense geographically.
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Before you think to substitute one for the other you should be aware of the the differences between these two salts. The nutritional comparison is surprising.
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Cognac is a refined drink you might think of when you see a snifter - so is brandy. But aren't they the same thing? What's the difference between the two?
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You might think that a cannoli is the same everywhere, but it turns out that there is a significant difference between the two crispy, creamy pastries.
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Ever heard of the McDonald's Dinner Box? It's gone viral on social, and for good reason, you could get a lot of food for a huge bargain. But is it that simple?
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If you're in San Francisco, you may already be familiar with tiger bread. For everyone else, here's how it gets its distinct look and why it's so special.
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Some steaks are built for quick searing while others are better cooked over time. For the best flank steak, cook it in a sous vide for a tender result.
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At long last, you can finally get Subway's iconic sauces at the grocery store. Bottles will be hitting shelves soon, and you won't want to miss any flavors.
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This classic staple isn't just long cornbread; if you have the right kind of pan, it's actually made to look like corn cobs themselves.
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There's nothing quite like sake, literally. Is it a wine or a spirit? Part of what makes sake so intriguing is how it seems to defy alcohol classification.
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You likely know the history of your favorite dishes. But sometimes, their names can be confusing. Long ago, chocolate mousse used to be known by another name.
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Sweet proteins mimic the taste of sugar, but don't come with the same possible health consequences. So how does that work, and what does it mean for the future?
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It might come as a surprise, but the chocolatey Brooklyn blackout cake didn't get its name from its dark chocolate ingredients.
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Crab can be expensive, but luckily, there are alternatives, but they aren't what you think. The biggest imitation crab myth you need to stop believing.
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A grill doesn't have to be reserved for just meat! A properly grilled onion can be an excellent addition to a meal, and here's the best onion to use.
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You can fry almost anything and someone's going to love it. What about liquids? What exactly is deep fried milk and what's its origin story?
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Getting the right finish to your steak is an art form for meat lovers. And there's more than one way to achieve it. Cold searing is one of them.
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If you're wondering whether french fries taste different according to whether they're chunky, skinny, waffle-style, or curly, consider these points.
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There are a few ways you might be able to tell the difference between American garlic and Chinese garlic, but it isn't quite as simple as you'd think.