School
Northeastern University
Expertise
Low-Waste Cooking, Global Food Culture, Recipe Writing
- Sarah worked professionally in the service industry for years as a line cook, server, and personal chef.
- On her blog "Spoken Food," Sarah shares recipes and her own hot takes on food, culture, restaurants, and travel.
- Sarah is passionate about natural wine and unconventional food pairings.
Experience
Sarah's love of food and hatred of offices brought her to pursue work on farms and in restaurants. Her cooking is driven by the Indo-African cuisine from her father's side, the casseroles of her mother's Midwestern roots, the Tex-Mex of her hometown of Austin, Texas, and the many meals she has enjoyed throughout her travels. She is inspired by the throughlines of cuisines across the world and revels in the alchemy of good food, drink, and company combined. In 2022, Sarah started writing for Static Media under the brand Mashed and later for Food Republic. Currently, she is an editor at The Takeout.
Education
Sarah graduated with a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Northeastern University. Her studies focused on international relations, social entrepreneurship, and nonprofit management.
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.
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Foaming milk for your latte at home never quite lives up to coffee shop expectations, so we asked a former barista which dairy and alternative milks foam best.
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Julia Child was legendary in whipping up French cuisine on the stove and in the oven, but she saved certain tasks for the convenience of the microwave.
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Don't waste another dollar on subpar chocolate. Next time you're jonesing for a TJ's sugar rush, indulge your sweet tooth in any chocolate bar except this one.
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The Kraft company is no stranger to food recalls, and its mac and cheese went through a major recall a few years back that spanned the globe.
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Lasagna is a classic dish, but the recipe doesn't need to have grown stale. Use this expert trick for a plate of lasagna with some serious wow factor.
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In a taste test of Hidden Valley's new ranch flavors, one stood out — not because it was good or bad, but for being totally familiar with one minor twist.
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It doesn't have to be a sad day when you scoop the last bit of Nutella from the jar. Instead of tossing it out, savor it once last time by making a drink.
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One common way to improve scrambled eggs is to add dairy to the mix, but that isn't an option for some people. Here's how to make eggs better without dairy.
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If you're planning on trying out a new steakhouse restaurant but aren't entirely sure about the quality, check for this menu red flag for a quick assessment.
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If you're trying to maximize the quantity of protein you get in your Chipotle burrito or burrito bowl, this slightly sneaky strategy gets the best results.
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It may not be the first item that comes to mind when making deviled eggs, but adding a teaspoon of this ingredient will give it the zip it needs.
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We turned to expert Chris Blatner to find out how to properly pair pecans with bourbon for snacks or in baking, and the results were delicious.
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That sparkling water next to your espresso isn't an accident. Get the most out of both drinks by tapping into delicious traditional and innovative combos.
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Tuna salad loves being jazzed up. One particular ingredient lends sweetness, acidity, and texture, and pairs beautifully with the rich fish.
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The Takeout spoke to Russell Kook, executive chef at The Bellevue in Chicago, Illinois, about his favorite way to sweeten up a steak marinade.
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Transform your classic macaroni and cheese recipe by mixing this into the comforting casserole, or as a delicious and savory topping.
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Wild-caught meat in particular is known for having a gamey taste, but is the real culprit simply cooking it wrong? Here's what the experts have to say.
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Ready to take your relationship with Chili's chips and salsa to the next level? Realize true love with this creamy twist on your favorite appetizer.
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There are so many different people in countries and cultures around the world who celebrate Eid, so these are some of the most popular global Eid dishes.
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