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A smattering of dishes or thrown against a yellow background. Spaghetti with three brown meatballs meatballs, tomato soup in a yellow bowl and ramen in a green bowl are cast on a tilt, an illusion of a ramshackle placement, whilst goopy red juice spills out from a yellow can with tomatoes on it, behind the dishes and onto the background into a watery puddle.

Why Canned Tomatoes are a Necessity

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

Canned tomatoes -- that iconic nightshade vegetable -- are an even greater necessity than canned tuna, canned chicken or even canned peas!…

March 25, 2024

Two figures -- one with red hair, another in purple pants -- dive into a large checkered lunchbox, presumably looking for a bite to eat. It contains sandwiches, fruit, utensils and presumably more, placed in front of a background made up of lunchboxes in red, yellow, polka dots and even grey foam. A figure with dark skin peeks out of the yellow lunchbox.

Lunchboxes are for Adults

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

Ask anyone about lunchboxes and they'll tell you it's kid's stuff. Not so. A lunchbox is as adult as a wallet, purse, even your credit score.…

March 20, 2024

Illustration of Courtney Lapresi on kitchen counter holding a sandwich.

Stripping and Cooking in ‘Masterchef’ Season 5

Mariana Vaca, Lake Forest College

The journey of Courtney Lapresi and the stigmas behind sex workers in the entertainment industry.…

February 21, 2024

Faded art of foods on decorative plates set out on a table with bright green, red and yellow colors.

More than Struggle: Palestinian Cuisine

Farah Shah, University of Central Florida

An ode to the flavors of Palestine, a culture exemplified through their soulful cooking and heartfelt social traditions.…

November 8, 2023

In an article about the origins of spices, several piles of spices and herbs lie on a white table.

From the Silk Road to Your Kitchen: A Spice Odyssey

Kate Wunderlich, Elon University

Your favorite seasonings traveled far wide before making it to your plate.…

October 16, 2023

A creative illustration of Hollis' kitchen setup.

B. Dylan Hollis’ TikToks Provide a Glimpse Into Kitchens of Days Past

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

The Bermudan TikToker's recreations of historical recipes artfully connect past events to culinary trends of these past eras.…

June 14, 2021

An illustration of food for an article about three food videographers, including Carolina Gelen. (Illustration by Lucas DeJesus, Montserrat College of Art)

Gelen and More Food Videographers To Check Out for Fun New Recipes

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

Cooking, baking and drink-making have all picked up steam during the pandemic, so take a look at these three striking Instagram chefs for inspiration in the kitchen!…

May 13, 2021

An illustration of Claire Saffitz, a baking personality on YouTube.

Claire Saffitz: A ‘Dessert Person’ and Kind-Hearted YouTuber

Karen Lu, Yale University

The former Bon Appetit star has made a name for herself as a culinary expert with her eponymous new cookbook and popular YouTube channel.…

April 12, 2021

Uncle Roger Uses Humor To Stand Up for Asian Cuisine on YouTube

Aimi Wen, Duke University

Comedian Nigel Ng employs his humorous alter ego — a stereotypical middle-aged Malaysian man — to address the appropriation of East Asian food.…

December 5, 2020

The Bon Appetit Scandal Shows the Need To Address Racism in the Workplace

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Following a five-month hiatus prompted by revelations of systemic discrimination, the brand’s YouTube channel is back. Have they made meaningful changes, or are their new BIPOC creators just pure PR?…

November 17, 2020

5 Celebrity Twists on Ramen Cooked Up by Inga Lam

Laura Song, Biola University

In her video 'Which Celebrity Makes the Best Ramen,' the Buzzfeed chef tries out a few recipes from famous people who put their own spin on the classic dish.…

November 6, 2020

Cheese for Dummies: The History, Science and Art of Fermentation

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

From an accidental discovery to an artistic pairing, knowing your cheese can make it a staple in your diet.…

August 30, 2020

An illustration of Jose Andrés holding a cooking instrument

Chef José Andrés Is Using His Success To Make the World a Better Place

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

His contributions to the restaurant industry, as well as his philanthropy and activism, make him much more than the usual food celebrity.…

August 4, 2020

3 Cocktails That Every 21-Year-Old Should Know

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

For newly legal adults, it's important to know how to make your favorite drinks at home. Here are some simple recipes for classic concoctions.…

July 31, 2020

Illustration by Sezi Kaya in article about food blogs

6 Food Blogs That Perfectly Fit the Needs of College Students

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

Step aside, ramen and mac and cheese nights. With the help of these six online resources, be prepared to become the favorite housemate.…

July 14, 2020

Illustration by Shelly Freund of an individual in the culinary community photographing their meal

Since Lockdown, the Culinary Community Has Become Much More Accessible

Emma T., UC Berkeley

Previously focused on top-of-the-line ingredients and complex recipes, chefs and magazine editors have switched to pantry staples and cooking with just a few people.…

June 28, 2020

5 Cute and Tasty Finger Foods To Bring to Any Summer Cookout

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Even though they're small enough to hold right in the palm of your hand and can be passed around by toothpick, they still pack a lot of flavor.…

June 19, 2020

Like the ingredients pictured above, cooking can be a daunting task when it ocmes doen to the needed materials in front of you, but it can also be a big stress reliever especially during quarantine.

Cooking and Stress-Baking as Self-Care in Times of Distress

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

Feeling stressed? Cook and bake your way out of anxiety. Treat yourself to home-cooked food.…

April 13, 2020

The Top 6 Netflix Cooking Shows to Add to Your List

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

Put on your apron, and learn to cook with the world’s finest culinary masterminds.…

July 17, 2019

YouTuber Alex French Guy Is an Inspiration to Passionate Home Cooks Everywhere

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Cooking-wise he's just like you! Clout-wise he's much more famous. …

July 31, 2018

A Delicious Beginner’s Guide to Classic Nepalese Food

Rakshya Devkota, Saint Louis University

Odds are, you’re missing out on Nepalese food — and it’s time to fix that.…

May 4, 2018

Your Meal Prep May Be in Leftovers Territory

Kerrianna Wallace, Arcadia University

Please love yourself and stop eating the same leftover meal every day in the name of 'meal prep.'…

April 16, 2018

Something’s Burning: People Are Roasting ‘Chef’s Table’ for Its Lack of Female Chefs

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

With Netflix’s new ‘Chef’s Table: Pastry’ trailer, there is an obvious lack of female chefs and people are not having it.…

April 3, 2018

The 5 Best Buzzfeed Tasty Recipes for College Students

Jade Hookham, UC San Diego

You’re just one microwave and a few eggs away from eating like Gordon Ramsey.…

March 14, 2018

6 Kitchen Gadgets Every Novice Chef Needs In Their Kitchen

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

With these handy tools, you'll easily be able to cook like a pro on the cheap.…

February 27, 2018

4 Asian-Inspired Meals Every College Student Should Know How to Make

Vanessa Le, Chabot College

If you're tired of ordering greasy take-out and cooking sodium-rich microwave dishes, these Asian-inspired meals for college students are perfect for you.…

February 17, 2018

The 4 Best Cooking Blogs to Help You Survive College

Rakshya Devkota, Saint Louis University

Sick of eating on campus, but too scared to cook for yourself? These easy-to-follow college food blogs have got your back.…

February 10, 2018

4 Housekeeping Hacks for the Recent Grad

4 Housekeeping Hacks for Moving Off-Campus

Cassidy Leslie, University of Nevada Reno

If you thought living in the dorms was hard, you have no idea.…

May 1, 2017

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