Asia McLain
School
University Of Southern California – School Of Cinematic Arts
Expertise
Southern & New Orleans Style Cooking, Baking, Celebrity Chefs & Cookbooks
- Asia's articles have been featured in Multiples of America's "Notebook" national magazine and the Disney Food Blog.
- She once won a neighborhood "Iron Chef" competition where the secret ingredient was sweet potato. The highlight of the winning menu was her Caribbean sweet potato salad.
- Her favorite restaurant is a 100-year-old Mexican spot in L.A.
Experience
Asia has been contributing to Today Meal since 2023. She has been writing since she could hold a pencil and has worked as a professional writer for over a decade. Asia began her media writing career as a parenting writer and content creator for BuzzFeed and has since expanded her coverage to a diverse variety of lifestyle topics, including TV, movies, travel, food, women's issues, health, and Disney Parks. She has also conducted interviews with celebrities like Chrissy Teigen, Kristen Bell, and "Supernanny" Jo Frost.
Education
Asia has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in writing for screen and television from the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts.
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Stories By Asia McLain
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No matter how you cook your fish, a pinch of sugar ensures that your filets turn out moist, thoroughly cooked, and with a delightfully crispy skin.
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Believe it or not, one of the best ways to elevate a classic lemon drop martini is by adding some raw egg or meringue. But exactly how do you go about this?
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Pickles can be a great addition to a meat or cheese sandwich, but risk making the bread turn to mush. But this mayo hack will stop that from happening.
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Oatmeal is a versatile breakfast that can be topped with just about anything. But don't forget this one surprising seasoning for a flavor elevation.
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Need to make cupcakes pronto, with no time to whip up buttercream from scratch? We share how to add butter to canned frosting for a delicious baking hack.
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Did you know you can utilize car wax quite effectively throughout your kitchen? Here's why you should start putting car wax on your glass stovetop.
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You might think that adding heaps of garlic and a slathering of butter is enough to level up your bread. But your grill can take the flavor even further.
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Plant-based burger patties don't behave like real meat and require some extra considerations during grilling. Here's how to avoid a common vegan burger mistake.
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Many cooks have many secret ingredients to make the best omelet. But there's a reason America's favorite pancake house adds batter to theirs.
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Crispy hash browns are a fan-favorite side dish for any meal of the day; soggy hash browns -- not so much. Use this trick for the crispiest hash browns.
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Ditch the bread and enjoy a BLT in salad form for breakfast to give a fun spin on a classic combo. Here's how to do it.
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The silverware drawer is on of those areas that seems to attract crumbs and debris. Fortunately, there are a few tips to make cleaning it a breeze.
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S'mores have only three ingredients, so use the best, right? Wait -- don't reach for that pricey chocolate. A humble milk chocolate bar makes the best s'mores.
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Believe it or not, the iconic pumpkin spice latte is easy to make at home - and you don't have to use pumpkin purée to do it. An even easier ingredient exists.
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If you've tried a bottled Starbucks Frappuccino, you know that its texture fails to capture the icy goodness of the real thing. But there's a clever fix for it.
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French toast needs no introduction, but there are plenty of ways to elevate this classic breakfast - and one of them is a beloved and convenient frozen treat.
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Despite Jerry Seinfeld's involvement, "Unfrosted" is a comedy about something. It even offers an explanation of why Pop-Tarts are made for the toaster.
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There are plenty of ways to add a little more excitement to classic tuna salad. Conveniently, this salad dressing is probably in your fridge right now.
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One thing that often gets overlooked at a barbecue is dessert. But you can introduce cookies to the grill for a mildly smoky twist and thank us later.
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You don't need to own a professional rotating cake stand to frost and decorate your cakes. It turns out, all you really need is a microwave.
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If you really want to amp up the flavor of your next batch of barbecue sauce, look to this popular drink that you likely already have at home.
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Deviled eggs are a great picnic or party snack and make a great appetizer. To add a unique flavor profile, reach for this classic Italian staple.
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A fried egg can be a delicious source of protein ... when prepared well. Be sure to take this zero-effort extra step so yours are cooked perfectly.
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Many home cooks are intimidated by the thought of poaching eggs on the stovetop. This technique makes it fool-proof and quick to pull off at any breakfast.
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While butter lends a creamy richness, moisture, and consistency to cookies, applesauce is the way to go for a well-balanced treat with a perfectly chewy bite.
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Capture the zesty, creamy taste of the grilled cheese and tomato soup pairing in one fell swoop by smearing tomato paste inside your sandwich.
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It's true that you can't ever really go wrong by mashing avocado on top of toast, but there is a simple way to give this dish a major flavor boost.