Location
Las Vegas, Nevada
School
Full Sail University
Expertise
Shopping tips, Food in pop culture, Cheap eats
- As an avid poker player and Las Vegas local, Sam knows which casinos have the best food.
- He is on a mission to perfect every recipe in "The Mythical Cookbook."
- Sam is the author of two novels, "South of the Mason-Dixon" and "The Fall of Polite."
Experience
Sam received his first byline at the age of 15 and has been working as a critic, copywriter, journalist, and editor ever since. Having grown up as a picky eater, researching, editing, and reading about food for a living has been a much-welcomed way to expand his palate. Sam loves cooking every day, trying out new recipes that seem daunting, and finding new ways to elevate comforting classics. Sam joined Static Media in 2021, where he edited for brands such as Tasting Table, Mashed, Food Republic, Chowhound, and Looper. He is currently the lead editor of Daily Meal news.
Education
Sam received a bachelor's degree in film from Full Sail University.
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Trying to make healthy meal choices is tough, and that goes double when it comes to fast food. Here are the two Taco Bell menu items with the most protein.
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Cooking Tips
By Sam Kench
Bone-in prime rib can make for stunning presentation, but after the meal is over, what do you do with the bones? Don't throw them out — do this instead.
By Sam Kench
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