Paula Beaton
Expertise
Food History, Food Culture, World Cuisine
- Paula once met British TV chefs The Hairy Bikers (and made them a sandwich!) while working at an Italian deli in Edinburgh.
- Paula is on a mission to eat at every ramen restaurant in Edinburgh at least twice. Maybe three times, just to be sure.
- In 2022, Paula finally learned to bake her own bread, mastered making gyoza from scratch, ramped up her ramen skills, and perfected her Pad Thai recipe. On the menu to learn next: homemade Baklava.
Experience
Paula has been a professional writer and editor for over a decade. Starting out in travel, she has written widely across a range of topics, from lifestyle to food, and technology to fashion. She has worked as a freelance writer and editor for Skyscanner, wrote travel copy for brands such as Thomas Cook and Hurtigruten, and contributed to various sites as a tech writer, including Digital Trends, Android Authority, and Android Central. Paula is a foodie who can often be found trying out the newest restaurants, whipping up elaborate recipes, and shopping at local pop-ups and farmer's markets. When she's not doing these things, she's reading or writing about food: history, culture, etiquette, and more. She particularly enjoys exploring cuisine from far-flung corners of the globe.
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Stories By Paula Beaton
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You may have your go-to drink at the bar, but why not mix it up? These cocktails have been forgotten through time but are worth remembering and trying.
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The Emerald Isle is home to many breweries that produce amazing IPAs, stouts, lagers, and more. Here are some Irish beers you definitely need to try.
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Sometimes you just need a quick snack for a boost of energy or to hold you over until the next meal. Luckily, there are plenty of tasty and healthy options.
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Food is universal, but how people make and consume it varies widely. From Texan chili to Italian spaghetti, these foods spark the greatest debates.
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Nicotine is addictive, and it's difficult to say no to a smoke break. Luckily, certain foods can come in handy when you're trying to quit smoking.
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A Mardi Gras staple, King Cake is colorful, delicious, and a bit unusual. It's often made from cinnamon and honey, and a small plastic baby is hidden inside.