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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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.
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Have you ever heard of cardoons? Here's everything you need to know about this food, including what they are and how they're different from artichokes.
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According to a World Animal Protection report, there were just under 1 million human deaths in 2019 that can be attributed to factory farming.
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We owe the classic comedy troupe Monty Python a debt of gratitude for all they’ve brought to fans over the years. Who would have thought Spam was one of them?
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As if the nacho fry weren't already unique enough, Taco Bell plans on introducing a loaded fries option that's doused in Yellowbird hot sauce.
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With a flavor profile that includes grapes, berries, and flowers, Red Bull Juneberry might be the perfect refresher to beat the rapidly rising temperatures.
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A fan favorite since its introduction as a limited-edition menu item, Potbelly's Cuban sandwich is making a much-anticipated return for spring.
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There are many different types of wine made with different ingredients. And in Ethiopia, their type of honey wine known as tej has a long history.
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In 2021, founder Katey Evans returned to "Shark Tank" and told the Sharks that her sorbet brand The Frozen Farmer had exceeded $1 million in sales.
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If you're a fan of the truffle sauce brand, TRUFF, then you should try their new sauce made in collaboration with "The Super Mario Bros. Movie."
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As spring gets started, Applebee's is once again tickling fans' taste buds with a pair of drinks: the Tipsy Shark and the Strawberry Daq-a-Rita.
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Just by looking at a plate of spaghetteis, you might be a little confused and mistake the dessert for an actual plate of spaghetti and sauce.
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By using a muffin tin, you could shorten your smoothie's preparation time considerably and set yourself up for a daily dose of fruits and veggies.
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It can be tricky to decide what's a vegetable or not. When it comes to the Mexican root vegetable jicama, is also a bean. Here are the details.
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Joining the returning flavor are the Watermelon Mint Sunjoy, Watermelon Mint Iced Tea, and the Frosted Watermelon Mint Lemonade, swirled with soft serve.
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There have been advances lately in different types of meat being produced. And now, an Australian company is making meatballs from an extinct animal.
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There are a large variety of types of seafood you can eat. But what about sea cucumbers? If so, what do they taste like? And how do you prepare them?
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Grains are practically a blank culinary canvas, which is why you should hack your oatmeal for a nutritious and elevated PB&J-style breakfast.
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Pepsi announced that it will be changing the trademark look and logo of its classic can completely, which may prove to be the company's boldest-ever brand move.
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Choosing the right ingredients can make or break a recipe, and there's one vanilla extract at Costco that professional bakers can't get enough of.
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The vendor of so-called "ugly vegetables" wasn't a smash hit with the sharks, but how is Hungry Harvest doing these days?
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Every once in a while, you'll most likely need to sharpen up your knives. But what about serrated knives? And how often should you sharpen them?
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Popeyes is no stranger to seasonal menu items and promotions. But their new menu item in honor of spring is coming soon, and it's an interesting pairing.
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Some consider pairing fish with cheese to be a huge mistake. But in some countries, fish and cheese are regularly paired up in a variety of dishes.
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Squid ink has a very distinct color and look when it's added to dishes like pasta or rice. But does it taste like anything? How does it enhance a dish?