Anita Surewicz - The Takeout

Location

Berlin, Germany

School

Deakin University, University of Adelaide

Expertise

Asian Cuisines, Healthy Food, Gourmet Cocktails

Anita is a keen foodie and always makes a point to search for unique dining experiences when she visits a new city. She has sampled ice cream at Hong Kong's Modern Toilet restaurant, eaten amid marine life at Bali's Koral Restaurant, and enjoyed Khmer cuisine at Friends, a Phnom Penh restaurant that employs street kids.
Having lived in Asia for 12 years, Anita has a particular interest in Indonesian food. As such, she has written articles about Indonesian cuisine for a variety of publications and websites.
Anita has reviewed countless restaurants and gastropubs for newspapers and magazines such as DestinAsian, Indonesia Expat, and Phnom Penh Post.

Experience

Anita is an Australian journalist and editor. Currently based in Spain, over the years she has worked for the Phnom Penh Post in Cambodia, as well as the Jakarta Globe newspaper and the DestinAsian magazine in Indonesia. Anita has written travel and food-related articles for the Lonely Planet, SilverKris, Going Places, Asian Geographic, Mabuhay, Tigertales, and Oryx. Over the years, Anita has freelanced for various websites including Mashed.com, Lonely Planet, the Unstoppable Branding Agency, World Words, and Vive Health.

Education

Anita has completed a bachelor of arts degree with honors in English at the University of Adelaide in Adelaide, Australia. She also has a postgraduate degree in journalism from Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia.

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Stories By Anita Surewicz

Coleslaw Recalls That Rocked Grocery Store Shelves

When commercially prepared coleslaw is made with ingredients from lots of suppliers, there’s a chance something can go wrong, leading to product recalls.
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12 Things You Should Never Put In An Air Fryer

Ready to find out what is off-limits for your air fryer? Check out our list of the top 12 things you should keep away from this modern-day appliance.
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12 Vintage Ingredients Grandma Always Cooked With (And Now We Don't)

As culinary preferences evolve over the years, many of the ingredients our grandmothers kept stocked in the pantry have quietly fallen out of favor.
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11 Mistakes People Make When Buying Lobster

To help you shop with confidence, we asked some experts to share their insights on the most common mistakes seafood enthusiasts make when buying lobster.
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Hummus Recalls That Affected Millions

Hummus is delicious, versatile, and full of nutritional perks, but unfortunately isn't immune to the occasional mass product recall.
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Vintage Southern Foods We Desperately Want Back In Our Lives

Southern cuisine is known for its comfort-food classics, but these vintage dishes have disappeared over the years. We hope these foods will make a comeback.
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14 Deadliest Food Recalls To Sweep The US

Food recalls are no joke, and unfortunately they occur more frequently than consumers might imagine. Here are the deadliest ones to happen in the country.
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Cracker Recalls That Affected Millions

Curious about some of the biggest recalls in cracker history? Take a look at our roundup of the most significant safety scares that involved this popular snack.
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12 Mistakes People Make When Grilling Seafood, According To Experts

Grilling fish and seafood can be tricky, so, we consulted chefs and culinary experts about some of the top seafood grilling mistakes to avoid.
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12 Foods You Should Never Store In A Fridge

It might seem like a given that any food is better stored in the refrigerator, but that's a mistake. Some foods last longer and taste better, sans the fridge.
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PepsiCo Recalls That Affected Millions

PepsiCo has a long history of manufacturing sodas and snacks, so it should come as no surprise that it's also issued its fair share of recalls in its time.
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Hacks That Will Come In Handy For Grilling Season

Make the most of the grilling season with some helpful tips that will make grilling easier, add flavor to your food, and ensure cleanup is a breeze.
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10 Seafood Restaurant Chains That May Soon Be Gone Forever And 2 We've Already Lost

Not all chains are meant to last. These once-popular seafood restaurant chains are on the brink of closing down, and some have already sunk forever.
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Produce Recalls That Affected Millions

Fruits and vegetables should be good for your health ... but produce recalls make us think twice about that. These are some of the biggest produce recalls ever.
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Marinara Sauce Recalls That Affected Millions

Marinara sauce can be recalled for many issues, including undeclared allergens and under-processing. Here are some of the most alarming recalls in U.S. history.
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Limited-Time Wingstop Flavors That Deserve A Comeback And 5 That Should Stay Retired

Wingstop regularly offers limited-time flavor creations. Here is a look back at some of the most memorable short-run Wingstop flavor hits and misses.
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13 Mistakes That Might Be Ruining Your Frozen Chicken Wings

Frozen chicken wings are a convenient option to get dinner on the table with minimal effort, but these common mistakes are getting in the way of your success.
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McDonald's Recalls That Affected Millions

Part of McDonald's global appeal is its predictability, but even the Golden Arches can't avoid the occasional unexpected product recall.
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The Worst Mexican Restaurant Chains, According To Customer Reviews

Not all Mexican restaurants are built equal. Some have a worse reputation among customers than others, as proven by the reviews for these chains.
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Bread Recalls That Affected Millions

Humans have chowed down on bread for thousands of years, so it should come as no surprise that a few few loaves have been recalled during this timeframe.
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Pork Recalls That Affected Millions

Recalls are a relatively common occurrence in the food industry, with products containing pork falling foul on multiple occasions.
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12 Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Homemade Gravy

Whipping up gravy is a straightforward way to elevate a long list of dishes. Done wrong, however, you may be doing more harm than good to your meal.
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13 Oven Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Food (And Oven)

There's more to using your oven than you may realize. Follow these tips to avoid a cooking accident or cause accidental damage to your appliance.
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13 Classic Desserts That Have Totally Vanished

We live in the golden era of sweet treats. However, several once-popular desserts have totally fallen out of fashion over the decades.
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13 Cracker Barrel Menu Items That Continue To Disappoint Customers

Cracker Barrel is a classic road trip stop serving up Southern favorites, but the massive menu doesn't only contain hits. These are the items that disappoint.
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Canned Food Recalls That Affected Millions

Canned foods are convenient pantry staples to have on hand, but many common varieties have been the subject of major food recalls over the years.
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11 Best Electric Ranges, According To Reviews

Looking to upgrade your kitchen or say goodbye to your gas range? According to customers, these are the best electric ranges on the market right now.
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