Location
Los Angeles, California
School
University of La Verne
Expertise
Foodie, Adventurous Eater, Desert Recipes
- If there were only three foods she could have for the rest of her life, they would be arugula, polenta, and cheese.
- A food tour of Rome taught her that her favorite pizza topping is potato.
- In both her travels and her writing she enjoys seeking out new food experiences, like eating poisonous pufferfish in Japan, century eggs in Chinatown, and drinking camel milk in Saudi Arabia.
Experience
Eugenia Lazaris is a freelance writer based out of Los Angeles. After working in healthcare for more than two decades she gave it all up to pursue her dreams as a writer and editor. She specializes in food and travel and her work has appeared in publications like Travel + Leisure, TravelAge West, Global Traveler Magazine, Go World Travel Magazine, WhereverFamily.com, and TrazeeTravel.com. She also works as a freelance editor and serves as a judge in the annual IPNE Self-Published Book Awards.
Education
Eugenia received her bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of La Verne and her copyediting certificate from the University of California, San Diego, Extended Studies Program.
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Food Science
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Thanks to science, we know the why behind various cheeses melting properties (or lack thereof). We also know which melt best, including this fan-favorite.
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Shopping Tips
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To get the best flavor and texture from asparagus, you'll want your stalks to be as fresh as possible. Here are some expert recommended tips to keep in mind.
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Kitchen Tools
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A secret not many know is that every oven is a little different. Here's how you can learn your oven's quirks, and why it's so important to do so.
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Do you know which country produces the most maple syrup every year? It also has one of the strongest methods of storing and selling the liquid gold treat.
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Cooking
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Homemade potato skins are the perfect game-day appetizer, but to nail their preparation, you should make sure they're not too thick or too thin.
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Baking
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If you're baking for a crowd, decorating a cake can be a daunting task. Luckily, bundt cakes can save the day. Here's why it's worth it to make a bundt cake.
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How-To
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If your chocolate chips keep burning and turning into a bitter, lumpy mess on the stove, you're likely not melting them properly. Here's the right way.
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Baking
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If done right, baking yields crave-worthy, decadent treats. But inaccurate measurements can throw that off, which is where this tip on staying organized helps.
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Fast Food
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We tried 12 different fast food burgers and according to our taste test, the absolute best fast food burger is also the most affordable. Here's our top pick.
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Fast Food
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It's not uncommon for airports to have a McDonald's, but this major city's location has a unique feature you won't find anywhere else around the world.
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Restaurants
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Cruise buffet food often sits out for hours at a time, leaving much to be desired. But there is a simple hack that can actually get you a freshly cooked meal.
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Cooking
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Canned cream of chicken soup isn't just convenient, it can be delicious, especially if you know the best ways to give upgrade its flavor and texture.
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Fast Food
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While prospective diners may think Burger King is a safe option for those with a peanut allergy, you may want to do your research before stopping by.
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Cooking
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There are many ways to enjoy vegan tacos, but if your meatless, tortilla-bound meals aren't thrilling you, here are five ways to give them a boost.
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Fast Food
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McDonald's is releasing a new line of breakfast sandwiches with a tongue-tingling surprise, but this isn't the Golden Arches' first foray into spicy breakfast.
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Fast Food
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Use Subway's footlong chocolate chip cookies to create a cool, customizable, crave-inducing treat that's perfect for sharing with a friend on a hot summer day.
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Cooking
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DIY spice mixes let you control exactly what goes into the food you eat, including heat and salt levels. And cornstarch helps you make it that much better.
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If you're buying rotisserie chicken from the store and notice it looks a little green, it may actually still be safe to eat. Here's how to tell.
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How-To
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Simple boxed cake mixes can turn into magnificent desserts with the right mix-ins. And for a summer-themed upgrade, add these two ingredients to the mix.
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Cooking
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There are many inherently dangerous foods out there, but you'd never think a type of cabbage would be on that list. Here's what to know about this kind.
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Baking
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No one likes a flat oatmeal cookie. If you want to whip up some delicious baked goods with plenty of heft and structure, follow this expert advice.
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Cooking
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Canada's iconic french fry dish, poutine, is entirely possible to make at home, following a few easy tips to make it just as delicious as a restaurant version.
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How-To
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You can put a new spin on a classic candy if you freeze gummy bears, but you need to take certain precautions to ensure you don't end up with a giant ice cube.
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It's no secret that Utah is home to a large Mormon population. But why is Jell-O such a popular dessert amongst the Mormon community? Here's what we know.
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Slimy cilantro can put the brakes on a well-planned meal. If you want to know how to keep cilantro fresh for longer, try this simple ice cube hack.
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Food History
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The British are known for enjoying a strong cup of tea, so much so that they even have their own slang for it, often referring to it as a "cuppa."
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Cooking
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Forgot to thaw your frozen fish? No problem. You can still cook it up from frozen, but there are a few tips you should follow when doing so.
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