Anita Surewicz - The Takeout

With Us Since

2021

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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The Takeout’s industry-leading editorial coverage is the result of collaboration between writers and editors with a wide array of experience and expertise in the world of food and drink. Every article is fact-checked by our team of editors to ensure accuracy. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information.

Our mission is to both inform and entertain our readers, telling them everything they want to know (and more) about food. We strive to always provide a well-rounded reading experience, bringing both the biggest food news of the day and a break from the news. Additional information on our editorial process available here.

Stories By Anita Surewicz

The 12 Best Ways To Use Infused Olive Oil

Flavorful infused olive oils can elevate a wide range of delicious recipes. Here are some ideas on how to upgrade your next dish, whether sweet or savory.
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12 Tips All Home Chefs Should Know For The Juiciest Steaks

Cooking steak at home can often feel daunting, but following these simple steps will help you achieve tender, restaurant-quality cuts with flavorful crusts.
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Dip Recalls That Affected Millions

While they're great snacks, dips from various brands are often recalled for consumer safety, including favorites like hummus, spinach and artichoke, and queso.
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Chain Restaurants That Serve The Best And Worst Mashed Potatoes, According To Reviews

How hard is it to get mashed potatoes right, especially for a restaurant? Based on customer reviews of the best and worst offerings, you might be surprised.
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Common Mistakes To Avoid When Cooking Fish

We consulted seafood chefs and experts to see which cooking slip-ups are keeping us from the delicate flavors, flaky texture, and full potential of our fish.
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Sandwich Chains That Are Struggling To Keep Stores Open

Some sandwich shops are thriving more than others right now, with these chains actively battling significant store closures in recent years.
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The Most Common Mistakes People Make With A Blender

Blenders can make food prep both faster and easier, but they’re often misused in ways that can either damage the appliance or ruin your recipe.
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The 13 Most Unexpected Restaurant Chains That Filed For Bankruptcy

Although COVID-19 challenged the restaurant industry, inflation, competition, and lawsuits are other reasons these chains have filed unexpected bankruptcies.
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12 Chain Restaurant Desserts You Might Regret Ordering, According To Reviewers

Some desserts can be the highlight of the meal, but others are a disappointment. Reviewers say it’s worth skipping these chain restaurant offerings.
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12 Common Kitchen Habits That Could Give You Food Poisoning

It's easy to fall into bad habits while cooking, but according to three experts, these are the habits you should try to break to avoid food poisoning.
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Restaurants Owned By Food Network Celebrities That You Need To Visit

There's no shortage of restaurants out there pioneered by Food Network stars, but these are the eateries that should top your to-visit list.
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The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Using A Food Processor

Food processors make easy work of tasks that would take much longer by hand, but you need to avoid some common mistakes to get the best results.
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14 Applebee's Menu Items To Avoid, According To Customer Reviews

Applebee's may have cemented its status as an American icon, but not all of its dishes are up to snuff. Customers suggest these aren't worth gambling on.
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12 Old-School Cooking Tips That Might Actually Ruin Your Food

While some culinary advice from yesteryear still holds value, other outdated cooking tips could leave you with a substandard meal or even food poisoning.
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11 Hostess Recalls That Affected Millions

In the decades Hostess has spent satiating the nation's sweet tooth, it's also found itself issuing a fair few urgent recalls for the sake of consumer safety.
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16 Restaurants Around The US With The Most Breathtaking Views

From coastal panoramas and mountain peaks to glittering city skylines, these restaurants offer stunning views that will make any meal memorable.
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12 Alcohol Recalls That Affected Millions

Even alcohol isn't immune from mass recalls, with a long list of big boozy brands forced to pull bottles from shelves due to various manufacturing mishaps.
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5 Black Angus Steakhouse Menu Items To Steer Clear Of And 8 To Order Instead, According To Customer Reviews

Black Angus Steakhouse has spent decades serving up juicy steaks, but if its reviews tell us anything, it's that not all of its menu items are built equal.
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12 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Using A Toaster Oven

Toaster ovens can be an efficient way to cook, but you need to use them correctly. These are the mistakes to avoid if you want the best results.
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12 Spice And Herb Recalls That Affected Millions

From undeclared allergens to contamination with salmonella or lead, herbs and spices have triggered some of the most serious recalls in the food industry.
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Tea Recalls That Affected Millions

Nothing is more comforting on a stressful day quite like a steaming cup of tea. However, history proves that tea is sometimes more dramatic than you think.
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13 Things Every First-Timer Should Know Before Eating At Red Lobster

From making reservations to what menu items are worth ordering, a little insider knowledge can enhance the Red Lobster dining experience for newbies.
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12 Salmon Recalls That Affected Millions

Recent history is dotted with mass product recalls for just about every kind of food. Sadly, salmon is no exception, as proven by these incidents.
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Baby Food Recalls That Affected Millions

Though baby food is under strict quality assurance guidelines, it's not immune to recalls due to the presence of dangerous bacteria or even glass.
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The Best And Worst Items On Texas Roadhouse's Menu, According To Customers

Not everything Texas Roadhouse serves is as good as it may seem. Diners share their opinions on some of the best items to order, and which ones to avoid.
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12 Chili's Menu Items To Avoid, According To Customer Reviews

Chili’s menu features a range of Tex-Mex staples and hearty American comfort foods, but some dishes have been criticized for their flavor or quality.
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6 Best Morton's The Steakhouse Menu Items And 6 To Avoid

Morton’s menu features a range of steakhouse classics, but not every dish has earned praise from diners. Here’s what to order, and what to skip.
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