C.A. Pinkham
School
University Of Maryland-College Park
Expertise
Food History, Restaurants, Food Culture
- Colin has worked as a professional writer for nearly a decade after getting his start founding and running the Kitchenette sub-blog under the Gawker Media umbrella, where he started the popular Behind Closed Ovens restaurant stories series.
- He was once flown up by Ben & Jerry's to their headquarters to try new products.
- He is obsessed with trying every form of Mountain Dew known to man.
Experience
Colin is a freelance writer for Static Media. He has previously written for sites like Jezebel, Thrillist, Wonkette, FanByte, Jewish Currents, and FanBuzz. In addition to food, he has written in a variety of categories, including sports, video games, history, politics, and Jewish issues.
Education
Colin has a bachelor's degree in East Asian History from the University of Maryland-College Park.
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Stories By C.A. Pinkham
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Who has the best barbecue in the U.S.? That question is sure to trigger discussion as heated as a spicy dry rub. Yelp has stepped in with its Top 100 best list.
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From espresso martinis to a simple coffee with a splash of Irish cream, there are dozens of ways to enjoy a spiked coffee drink. Make your own with these tips.
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Although both of these legumes are small and green, they are wildly different in texture, flavor, and applications. Here's what to know.
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Blue cheese gets its signature hue from its distinctive blue veins (actually mold, but not a dangerous kind). But what about gorgonzola? What's the difference?
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Air fryers are convenient, helpful tools that can heat up countless dishes in a flash, but these gadgets aren't without their issues. Here's just one example.
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Air fryers are a great way to save on time and effort. But, according to this expert, don't rely on it to achieve a perfect sear on your steak.
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If you're a fan of seafood and want to learn how to cook fish as a beginner, there's one specific type that's best to try first since it's easy to make.
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Dunkin' dropped the "Donuts" from its name to focus on its other products - one of which has always been coffee. And the chain takes its brew very seriously.
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Though you likely haven't heard of bitterballen, these fried Dutch meatballs have a long history and make for a great snack - especially served alongside beer.
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Freddie Mercury is iconic. He did everything with zeal and spice, including cooking. Queen's frontman loved mixing these ingredients in his scrambled eggs.
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German crown cake is a delicious buttercream cake with a murky history. Let's dig into when it was invented and how it got its name.
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When it's time to pick which cheese will take a roast beef sandwich to the next level, there's a certain flavor profile you should be looking for.
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Shopping at Costco can be a lengthy affair, complete with snacking as sipping as you go. That's why we're in shambles over this customer's genius invention.
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Hanger steak is more popular than it once was, but if you don't know much about it, it is the underrated cut of beef you should start using.
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Many Costco members would argue the MVP of the members-only warehouse is its food offerings. Did the beloved beef lasagna just get the star of death?
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While you might think you can use these two types interchangeably, wild and farm-raised salmon have many differences that determine how you should cook them.
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As one of the largest fast fod chains, we know McDonald's is seemingly everywhere. But this McDonald's location fact may just blow your mind.
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When you think of pizza chains, Domino's and Pizza Hut likely spring to mind. But would it surprise you to know they're not the biggest in the US?
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One of the most popular cuts today, the flat iron steak hasn't been around very long. Here's a brief history of how this relative newbie came to be.
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Spam may be the most famous products with a varied reputation. Whether you love or hate it, you probably shouldn't believe this 'fact' about Spam.
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You've probably heard the terms "refined sugar" and "added sugars" bandied around. But what are refined sugars? And how are they different from natural sugars?
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Salmon and Arctic char look similar and are related, but that doesn't mean they taste exactly the same. Here's how they differ in flavor.
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It doesn't seem that many people can agree on the origins of pasta alla vodka. Here are some of the theories behind its rise in popularity.
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There's a trick to achieving the most melty and perfectly toasted grilled cheese sandwich that may seem counterintuitive, but it actually works.
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Tuna steaks are a great way to get a meaty fix without being weighed down by beef. But there's one mistake in particular that can make your meal a flop.
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Seth Rogen has revealed that his favorite childhood (and current) chip flavor is one beloved by Canadians, but quite misunderstood by those in other countries.
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McDonald's has been accused of violating labor laws in the past, but a somewhat recent 'no-quit policy' spread like wildfire and had the internet in a tizzy.