Cookbooks
The I Love Trader Joe’s College Cookbook 150 Cheap and Easy Gourmet Recipes By Andrea Lynn I’m the author of two cookbooks: The I Love Trader Joe’s College Cookbook, easing college students into the world of cooking via Trader Joe’s products and The Artisan Soda Workshop, delving into … Read More
Recipe Development
After stints working at a New York Times three-star restaurant and as a personal chef, I merged my writing background and culinary talents into recipe development. My recipe for Double-Decker Chorizo Tostadas was featured on the cover of Chile Pepper magazine and my Serious Eats’ recipe for Sriracha … Learn More
Lifestyle Articles
I've logged more than a decade as a writer and editor, these last few years as a freelance writer. Starting with a newspaper background, I then logged several years experience in editor positions for magazines like Art Culinaire and Chile Pepper magazine (which led to being an expert on bhut jolokia … Read More
From the Blog
(Salted) Caramel Monkey Bread
Netflix’s August movies take the message of the Netflix Original Series, Derek, one step further under the theme of "kindness is magic," encouraging acceptance of everyone of all ages and abilities. A perfect recipe for togetherness is Monkey Bread, a classic shareable family pull-apart treat. So how do you improve on a classic like Monkey Bread? It's already a tower of dough pieces rolled in … [Read More...]
Brain Booster: Strawberry-Yogurt Swirl Popsicles
I’m obsessed with brain foods. In a sense, these foods have been scientifically dissected and are known to wire your brain with a focused energy. They're also assumed to keep your mind sharp for years to come. Berries are one of the best brain foods there are--blueberries seem to have the highest amount of brain power, but all berries rate very high. (Other honorable mentions are salmon, eggs, and … [Read More...]
Snack Like a Scandal Gladiator: Red Wine Spritzer and Pizza Popcorn
I like to spread the Scandal love. “You haven’t seen Scandal?” I’ll say. “Stop what you’re doing and watch now.” I’ve started many Scandal addictions this way--for friends, family, strangers. I'm basically a walking, talking Scandal promo. The first two seasons I watched on Netflix with this past third season in real time. Can I admit something? This fast-paced, soap opera-esque thriller is … [Read More...]