Ebony Bellamy - The Takeout

Location

Staten Island, New York

Expertise

Nut-free Desserts, Fast Food Nuggets, Food Network Competition Shows

The banana bread phase of 2020 inspired Ebony to start baking homemade cookies, fruit pies, and truffles.
She is currently on a mission to eat at least one meal at every restaurant on Walt Disney World property.
Ebony has watched every episode of the History Channel's show: The Foods That Built America.

Experience

Ebony has been working as a freelance writer and content creator since 2014. She has written local new stories for the Staten Island Advance, mental health articles for Shine (a wellness startup), and thought-provoking newsletters for Reimagined, formerly known as Anti-Racism Daily. It wasn't until she started writing food-related reviews and guides for Public Goods that she found a new niche to explore. A lover of all things sweet, she's has a great appreciation for food content.

Education

Ebony has a bachelor's degree in Magazine Journalism from SUNY Plattsburgh.

The Takeout Editorial Policies

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 Ebony Bellamy

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What Types Of Potatoes Are Best At Holding Their Shape In Soup?

Potatoes can be a perfect addition to so many meals. Here's which type you need to pick when you're in the kitchen fixing up your next soup.
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It Only Takes 2 Ingredients To Make Your Own Powdered Sugar

Run out of powdered sugar aka confectioner's sugar? No problem. Just whip out these two ingredients and get to blitzing. You'll be dusting cakes in minutes.
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The Easy 'Wobble Test' For Checking If Your Cheesecake Is Done Baking

When it comes to cheesecake, you don't even have to break out forks and toothpicks to determine doneness. All you need to do is give it the wobble test!
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A Firefighter's Trick For Delicious Cornbread Starts With 2 Boxed Mixes

Firefighters use part of their downtime to feed their crew, so it's no surprise that an amazing cornbread recipe came from out of a firehouse.
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Don't Know What To Do With Leftover French Fries? Mash Them!

Leftover fries are never satisfying. But if you add water, cream, and seasonings and mash them up, you can make surprisingly great mashed potatoes.
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Save Yourself The Time And Hassle By Making Lemon Curd In The Microwave

Why are you still sleeping on lemon curd -- a tangy, eggy spread that goes with almost everything. Is it because you didn't know it can be done in a microwave?
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Start Smoking Corn On The Cob For A Huge Flavor Boost

If you have a smoker, chances are you're letting meats hog the glory. It's time you let corn in on the action, because smoked corn is a revelation.
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Restaurants By Ebony Bellamy

Here's What Time Golden Corral Stops Serving Breakfast

Trying to catch Golden Corral during its breakfast buffet hours? While we always advise calling ahead, because there's some variability, here's a useful guide.
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