Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen
Location
Seminole, Florida
School
University Of South Florida
Expertise
Crockpot Cooking, Family Meals, Budget Dinners
- Stephanie fell in love with food at the side of her Portuguese avó, who never measured anything.
- She collects vintage cookbooks — the older, the better.
- Her windowsill herb garden is her pride and joy, but she keeps killing basil plants.
Experience
Stephanie has been a professional writer for almost twenty years. She was hired by Static Media in 2024 to marry her passion for food and the written word. Her other subjects of expertise include travel and lifestyle writing. She's also a published author of fiction.
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Stories By Stephanie Oliveira Nguyen
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Why not take a page out of Chef Gordon Ramsay's book and elevate your next batch of fish and chips with a super simple addition to the batter?
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Preserve your leftover quiche's crispy crust and fluffy filling with some expert tips from Mary Nguyen, Chef & Founder at Olive & Finch Collective.
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Southern classic jezebel sauce is spicy, sweet, and delicious. But how did it get its name, and where did it come from? We've got the answers.
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If Starbucks patrons know one thing, it's how to get a caffeine fix. If you're looking for an energy boost, only one of Starbucks' fall drinks comes in trenta.
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This convenience store offers stellar breakfast and lunch options including massive hoagie sandwiches that have made it a fave in the Northeastern U.S.
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Maybe you've never even heard of white pudding, or maybe you've eyed it hesitantly on your brunch plate at an Irish pub. Turns out they make in Canada, too.
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Good beer is best with good snacks, and at Oktoberfest celebrations, pretzels are easy to find. These chewy bread twists are steeped in history and tradition.
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Getting the perfect fried fish without too much grease at home can be a challenge, and that's where the air fryer comes in. Follow these tips for success.
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Chicken parm is comfort food at its finest; but you need that crispy exterior for a satisfying crunch. Maintaining the perfect texture comes down to saucing.
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Deep frying is a popular choice for okra preparation. But, for the crispiest you've ever tasted, there's a secret batter ingredient you need to try.
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Want to shake up your cookie repertoire? Take a leaf out of Giada De Laurentiis' book and make one batch of dough into multiple varieties.
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Diet ice cream has become seriously popular. Unfortunately, one of the unhealthiest options on the shelf has also become one of the best-selling.
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It seems like everyone is trying to eat more salad when possible, so why not spice things up by playing with the crouton recipe? This may be your new go-to.
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Homemade kimchi is tricky to perfect, and even experts say store-bought is fine. Even so, there are still ways to give store-bought kimchi some flair.
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If you're hosting an adults-only Halloween-themed party this year, consider adding this candy corn-infused vodka cocktail to the drinks menu.
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Traditional burger buns are overrated. You can fit way more burger toppings into a pita pocket; it's time to get creative and have some fun with it.
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Don't worry, many people find the broil feature on their oven confusing. It turns out the placement of food is very important, as well as a watchful eye.
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Malt vinegar has a distinct taste that's the perfect match for crispy fries. But who started using it in the first place and why might surprise you.
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Back in 2017, Pepsi launched a limited-edition flavor that was said to heat up your tastebuds. But what did this soda truly taste like? Let's find out.
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Banana bread is universally beloved. But you can amp this treat up even further by adding one simple, delicious, and healthy ingredient.
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Canned tuna is great, but the fishiest variety puts some people off. Luckily, there are many ways to tone down its intensely oceanic flavor.
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Mead and cider are both robust, delicious, and multifaceted drinks. But what separates them? It's all down to one key food-related difference.
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Want to elevate store-bought cookie dough into tasting homemade? You just need to add one ingredient you likely already have in your pantry.
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If you want to get the most out of your freezer, you need to avoid the mistake of defrosting old meat. We've got tips on how to do just that.
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With the word "fried" in its name, you might be wondering just exactly what oil KFC is using to fry its delicious chicken. We've got answers.
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Take your breakfast egg cups to another level with prosciutto; you'll fall in love with this protein-packed anytime meat as soon as you try it.
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Costco cakes are delicious but big. Don't let that stop you from getting it though. There's a specific and easy way to store your leftover dessert.