Nick Johnson
School
University Of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Expertise
American Food History, Regional Dishes, Contemporary Culinary Innovations
- Having spent several years working in different kitchens, Nick has a firsthand understanding of the restaurant industry.
- While in college, Nick studied the politics of food, and the ways in which agriculture has come to shape global governance.
- Nick is engaged in a quest to find the best restaurant in St. Paul. Recently, Chloe by Vincent took that unofficial crown, but Gus Gus has been consistently spectacular.
Experience
Nick began his writing career in college. He spent several years working as a section editor for a political magazine. There, he learned how to write in a variety of different styles, and also the ins and outs of crafting the perfect piece. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Nick discovered his love for cooking, which he felt fostered a sense of normalcy in uncertain times. Ultimately, this brought him to Daily Meal. At around the same time, Nick wrote for MovieWeb, where he published over 200 articles.
Education
Nick has a bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. His minor was in Journalism, which allowed him to hone his writing skills.
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Stories By Nick Johnson
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Hosting a party is no easy feat, but creating a great food menu is key. Ensure your party guests have fresh food by staggering your servings.
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Hot sauce has the ability to (literally) spice up any dish. When deciding which to use, what's the difference between fermented and vinegar-based hot sauce?
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Gingersnap cookies are a beloved holiday cookie, and we all know cookies go well with cocktails. So, is a whiskey gingersnap a cookie or a cocktail?
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There's no question that the famed baker who hosts "The Great British Bake Off" loves desserts. But what's the reason why Paul Hollywood cannot stand Twinkies?
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Plenty of factors go into deciding what to garnish your drink with. When it comes to olives, is there a particular type you should put in your martini?
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Are you looking to upgrade your homemade desserts this season? Stuff your next batch of cookie dough with caramels and let the magic happen.
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Using a pastry brush will bring your pastries to the next level. But sometimes, they can get gunky. There's a way to clean your pastry brushes properly.
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Shrimp is an incredibly versatile and abundantly flavorful seafood. If you're making your own at home, here's how to remove shrimp heads like a total pro.
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Picking up prepared food from the grocery store makes for an easy meal. But plenty of dishes taste different than they would at a restaurant, including sushi.
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Boozy foods are nothing new, but alcohol is being added to more foods to enhance flavor. Try the unexpected boozy addition you need for elevated French toast.
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Parsley is one of the most versatile and regularly used herbs with two varieties. When should you use flat leaf, and when should you use curly leaf parsley?
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Boxed brownies can be delicious if they're done right. If they're done with your own enhancements and modifications, boxed brownies can become gourmet.
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Whether you don't eat meat altogether or just like to try cooking with more fruits and veggies, you won't want to miss out on trying jackfruit vegan ribs.
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French cuisine is famous for its rich, flavorful sauces, and among the greatest are velouté and béchamel. Here's how these two are different from each other.
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Hidden messages appear in a lot of logos. So is there one in the smiling face of Wendy's fast food chain? Here's a closer look at this iconic image.
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When Wendy's first opened back in 1969, the menu had only five items available -- some of which remain staples of the popular fast food chain today.
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During a throwaway joke making fun of British cuisine, comedian Jim Gaffigan suggests that vinegar should be used exclusively as a cleaning supply.
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Anyone who's fried their fingertips on a freshly nuked bowl of soup might appreciate a SafeGrabs microwave mat. And the Sharks saw the product's potential.
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Cultured meat products were valued at just under $247 million in 2022, and the sector is expected to continue its exponential growth in the upcoming years.
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If you can handle having cookie dough on hand in your home, the beloved supermarket chain Costco offers an incredible deal on the goods. Here's how to get it.
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A thick-cut swordfish filet is the perfect steak substitute, and could even please the palates of those of your guests who usually avoid seafood.
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A new line of Entenmann's ice cream sandwiches is currently making its way onto grocery store shelves. Not one but six desserts are getting the dairy treatment.
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Costco may be known for its complementary samples but there's one freebie you might be missing. Learn what to look for on your next visit to the wine aisle.
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Boobie Bar, another company that appeared on "Shark Tank," sells innovative products that cater to lactating parents. What are they up to now?
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If you want to slurp down a few succulent oysters, there are a few steps you need to take before it's time to start shucking. Keep those mollusks clean.
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White Castle is the oldest fast-food chain in the United States, and they're bringing back an old favorite soon: the fan-favorite ghost pepper cheese slider.
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For some entrepreneurs, appearing on Shark Tank is just the beginning. For others, not so much. This is what Zookies Cookies from Shark Tank is up to today.