C.A. Pinkham
School
University Of Maryland-College Park
Expertise
Food History, Restaurants, Food Culture
- Colin has worked as a professional writer for nearly a decade after getting his start founding and running the Kitchenette sub-blog under the Gawker Media umbrella, where he started the popular Behind Closed Ovens restaurant stories series.
- He was once flown up by Ben & Jerry's to their headquarters to try new products.
- He is obsessed with trying every form of Mountain Dew known to man.
Experience
Colin is a freelance writer for Alb Media. He has previously written for sites like Jezebel, Thrillist, Wonkette, FanByte, Jewish Currents, and FanBuzz. In addition to food, he has written in a variety of categories, including sports, video games, history, politics, and Jewish issues.
Education
Colin has a bachelor's degree in East Asian History from the University of Maryland-College Park.
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Stories By C.A. Pinkham
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Baking is intimidating when you're first starting out, but with a few tips, you'll soon perfect your techniques. We had a bakery owner weigh in.
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Turnips and kohlrabi are quite similar, leading one to wonder just what exactly separates the two. The differences are there, but they're subtle.
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Pride Month is meant to be celebrated by all, but these fast food companies fell flat when it came time to step up for the LGBTQ+ community.
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If you're feeling the pinch, you may be shocked to learn how little it cost to buy three items to make a full meal on McDonald's original menu.
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If you've never heard of Italian farinata, buckle up. Whether you're eating gluten-free or not, this tasty pancake deserves to be in your repertoire.
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Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain never shied away from laying the smackdown on all the food trends he despised, especially when it came to hamburgers.
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When it comes to brisket, the two cuts of meat involved are often a source of confusion before the cooking even starts. So, what are the point and flat cuts?
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If you're a fan of fried eggs and are looking for a way to play with its flavor, consider this ingredient to add a rich and savory taste upgrade.
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Steaks come in many varieties, but if you’re looking for the leanest cuts for a particular recipe, here are some options that don’t have a lot of fat.
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Inflation has had a big impact on fast food. At McDonald's, the McChicken is the most impacted item on the menu, skyrocketing 200% in price in the past decade.
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Breakfast meats come in a variety of types, from sausage to ham and bacon. When it comes to Canadian bacon, there's the actual difference between it and ham.
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It may be tempting, or even seem like the right thing to do, but you never want to extinguish hot coals using this method. Here's what to do instead.
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This is the summer you should try baking with your grill. Whether it's charcoal or gas, pulling off a skillet brownie is definitely doable, and delish.
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If you find the taste of barbecue sauce a little too tangy, there's a simple way to fix it. Just add some sweetness with your favorite fruit juice.
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The founder of Chuck E. Cheese, Nolan Bushnell, has more than one thing on his resume. Some of what he's accomplished over the years might surprise you.
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When you're planning to grill despite the rain coming down, these tools can help you cook food perfectly and protect you from slipping and other accidents.
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Drinking raw milk has been shown to carry health risks, though advocates disagree. Here's the science behind why you may want to drink pasteurized dairy.
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Salads are the perfect place for flash-fried herbs. Whether you toss them in or use them as a beautiful topping, they're a flavorful upgrade.
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Cooking eggs is generally pretty simple, and there are plenty of ways to make them. Grilled eggs are a quick way to give them a smoky flavor.
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Brisket is known for being a flavorful, tender, slow-cooked BBQ style. But Texas brisket takes everything a step further and is arguably the best. Here's why.
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Barbecuing may be one of the most beloved summer pastimes, but iterations of it -- specifically pit barbecue -- go back further than you may know.
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Coconut cream pie was a staple in the 1950s, but its roots can be traced back much further. So how did this tropical flavor find its way onto US dining tables?
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Neither paneer nor halloumi are meltable. But that's about all they have in common. And once you know the differences, you'll never get them confused again.
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Tamari and soy sauce are two sauces that can take a dish from good to great. When you're deciding between the two, is there really a difference?
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Just because it's wet out doesn't mean you can't grill. Here's our best tips on how to pull off a successful barbeque even when it's raining.
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Canned foods get a bad reputation for a few different reasons. But they are an affordable and convenient way to include more veggies in your diet.
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The Chicago hot dog is iconic. From its strange but cohesive toppings to the bun on which it's served. What's the reason for the poppy seed bun?