Elaina Friedman
School
University Of Puget Sound, University Of Washington
Expertise
Food Industry Labor Movements, Climate Change And Global Food Insecurity, Food In Film
- Elaina's passion for environmental justice and her extensive coverage of the impact of climate change on global food insecurity has predictably given way to an obsession with public greenspace. Her conversation with Linnea Westerlind, the author or "Discovering Seattle Parks," was one of her first (and most memorable) interviews.
- When she wants to edify herself without thinking too hard, she turns to food YouTube. Like everyone else, she loves J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, who has, for better or worse, introduced terms like "Maillard reaction" into her vocabulary. She's still reeling from the time she thought she maybe saw him at a grocery store.
- While her repertoire as a home cook tends to favor the ease of routine over experimentation, she will eat literally any dish placed in front of her. Except for clams casino.
Experience
Elaina began her writing career at Seattle Magazine in 2016 and later served as an editor for the calendar division of the Seattle alt-weekly The Stranger for five years. Her versatility as a writer is informed not only by her eclectic background, but also by her passion for food, film, poetry, and social justice. She joined Static Media as a freelance news writer in 2021.
Education
Elaina has a bachelor's in English from the University of Puget Sound, where she also minored in politics. She also holds a certificate in editing from the University of Washington.
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Stories By Elaina Friedman
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Tahini gives hummus its mellow, nutty, slightly sweet flavor and trademark creamy smoothness. Peanut butter can do the same, while deepening its earthy flavor.
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Instead of cooking on Thanksgiving, one company promoted a single-can meal. But, unfortunately, no, you can't actually buy an entire canned Thanksgiving dinner.
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No need to turn to ice cream for pie topping - Ina Garten's tip for piping whipped cream onto your pies is an easy way to elevate the dessert on your table.
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Buck rarebit does not contain a trace of male deer. Rather, the "buck" in question simply refers to a fried or poached egg nestled on top of the bubbly cheese.
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If you're in search of the perfect sweet treat for your holiday party, consider mulled wine cake. It's a boozy way to bring some merriment to the festivities.
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We're here to talk about gzik, a simple yet flavorful Polish dip made with farmer's or cottage cheese that's often spread on toast or spooned over potatoes.
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This delicious appetizer is the perfect way to jazz up tuna and impress your friends with something that looks more involved than it actually is.
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Applesauce is a sweet ingredient that helps keep your muffins moist, while adding a subtle sweetness that, rest assured, won't taste overwhelmingly of apples.
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Not much has changed at the world's oldest operating McDonald's location in Downey, California, which first opened its doors to customers in 1953.
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Fresh jackfruit can be hard to find. Luckily, canned jackfruit can be just as tasty. Here's how to prepare canned jack fruit for the most delicious results.
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Martha Stewart talked to Daily Meal about her collaboration with Pure Leaf, and how the unofficial queen of DIY can even zhuzh up tea you drink from a bottle.
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If you've ever asked your server specifics about your dish, they may avoid giving you a response. But are secret ingredients really proprietary information?
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Potato salad is a time-tested side dish, but if you want to ditch the starch in favor of some cruciferous veggies, using cauliflower is a tasty substitute.
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Chili crisp has found its way into desserts. From enhancing chocolate cakes to topping ice creams, its versatility is unmatched in the sweet realm.
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In 2006, 300+ Olive Garden guests near Indianapolis contracted norovirus. This led to lawsuits, marking one of the chain's most challenging periods.
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Inventive burgers are nothing new for plenty of restaurants. A British burger joint once featured a menu item that was over the top. And customers loved it.
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Savor the journey of migas from Iberian breakfasts to Tex-Mex delights, exploring its regional variations and thrifty origins in global cuisines.
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In the pantheon of meat sandwiches, there's one particularly unique burger that prominently features chimichurri, and it hails from the Dominican Republic.
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You may be familiar with fondue in all of its many forms, including chocolate and cheese, but do you know what makes Germany's meat fondue so special?
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Breading adds tremendous flavor to chicken. What happens if you include other crumbled ingredients? Cheez-Its are a top-notch addition to breaded chicken.
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Vegans and flexitarians have an unexpected reason to visit Austria, where the world's first 3D-printed, plant-based salmon is now available in grocery stores.
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Have a ton of corn from your latest grocery run and no idea what to do with it? This no-cook soup is a simple, perfect way to make the most out of it.
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While some people have said that it reminds them of Italian ragù, here is what actually makes the Taiwanese meat sauce known as lu rou fan so unique.
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You've scrambled, fried, poached, boiled, and baked, but have you ever made an egg into an envelope? Try this viral egg cooking technique at home today.
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You might initially balk at the idea of using mayonnaise in your standard blueberry crisp, but in reality, it's a tried and true way to add a perfect tang.
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While you can make jam out of all different kinds of fruits, but there's one ingredient in particular that is both unexpected and uniquely tasty.
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More than 350 Starbucks stores have voted to unionize. Thirteen are in Ohio, including an outpost in Columbus where workers will hold a "Sip-In" event.