Stephanie Maida
School
New York University
Expertise
Food & Drink, Travel, Health & Wellness
- Stephanie has had a decade-long career as a writer and editor covering bars, restaurants, society, and culture across New York City and beyond as the former Editorial Director of Guest of a Guest.
- In addition to contributing to Tasting Table, she is the Senior Commerce Editor at PureWow.
- She has also contributed to publications including Vice, ONE37pm, and Well + Good.
Experience
Stephanie is a writer, editor, and native New Yorker. She's a passionate foodie who has eaten her way across New York City and a number of European countries. Stephanie's finger has been on the pulse of NYC's dining and nightlife landscape since she was a student at NYU, and she's covered the space professionally as the editorial director of Guest of a Guest. Throughout her career, she's sipped Mezcal in the Oaxacan agave fields, attended a secret pop-up dinner party in Paris, and toured the vineyards of Napa. You can also find her work in Vice, ONE37pm, and Well+Good.
Education
Stephanie earned her bachelor's degree in Journalism and English Literature at New York University
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Stories By Stephanie Maida
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Pasta is a classic standby dish, but get ready to shake things up by incorporating a little cocktail-mixing magic into your noodles.
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Martha Stewart has quite a few tricks up her sleeve when it comes to cake-making, including one involving the ingenious use of cocoa powder.
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The Department of Labor has been cracking down on the fast food industry, which has left one Wendy's franchisee facing hundreds of child labor law violations.
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Why wait until the last course to wow guests at your next potluck or dinner party when you can kick off the meal with a stunning layered salad?
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You should choose fruit salad over smoothie bowls for a healthier, more filling option. Science, convenience, and cost make it the superior choice.
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Panera's Charged Lemonade has been tied to two tragic deaths already. Now, now a customer alleges that it caused lasting heart problems.
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Any type of soup paired with fresh, crusty pieces of bread is delicious, but there are certain kinds you should stick to if you are using a bread bowl.
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There isn't much to oyster etiquette, but you still don't want to get it wrong. See Martha Stewart's do’s and don’ts for enjoying these briny delights.
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The late Lynn Yamada Davis, aka @cookingwithlynja on TikTok, was a passionate home chef who took a fun, creative approach to everything from baking to barbecue.
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No matter what the occasion, if you're gifting homemade food to your loved ones, you'll want to avoid freezing it beforehand. Here's why.
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If you're looking for something beyond the traditional Philly cheesesteak, consider topping your next steak sandwich with some ooey-goey Brie cheese.
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Although you can use any type of noodle in chicken noodle soup, egg noodles are the ideal pick if you're looking to add richer flavor and texture to your soup.
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Both chia seed pudding and overnight oats are easy to prepare and nutrient-dense breakfasts that are perfect for on-the-go mornings. Here's how they compare.
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Flour and corn tortillas can both be delicious as a base for tacos, but for a lighter and healthier alternative, try using Swiss Chard leaves
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If you want to recreate Martha Stewart's delectable brussels sprouts, plenty of melted butter in your pan is the key addition that will do the trick.
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In a world where flavor and customization are king, black forest ham can be a Cuban sandwich's best friend.
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Spicy chili should be accompanied by a beverage that can improve your eating experience. A paloma has what it takes to help folks handle the heat.
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If you're looking for thicker, juicier burger patties without extra meat, try adding store-bought riced cauliflower to your patty mix.
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If you're looking for a simple way to make juicy, flavorful taco meat, turn to a can of tomato soup. Here's how to prepare your best taco meat yet.
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Starbucks foam is delicious and highly popular. Coffee and tea lovers may be interested to learn that you can order the foam on the side and save it for later.
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When thinking of food around the holidays, you may think of turkey. For smaller gatherings, you might consider serving a turkey breast instead of a whole bird.
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Have you ever wanted to have a potato chip snack that smiles back? Goldfish wants to make that happen with fish-shaped chips.
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The Starbucks iced hazelnut latte is a classic, but if you want to this beverage into a drinkable dessert, add these two secret ingredients.
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If you 've been wondering when Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf would jump on the boba bandwagon, that moment has finally arrived.
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Cracker Barrel may seem to be over a barrel thanks to slumping traffic. But the brand has plans to address its woes.
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When it comes to ensuring a quality result with your cookies, tools aren't necessary. Rather than pulling a utensil from your kitchen drawer, try this trick.