Location
Brooklyn, New York
School
Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at The New School
Expertise
restaurants, drinks, hospitality industry
- Amber has been a professional journalist across several mediums in New York City for many years and on the food and drink beat specifically since 2018.
- She has been the first to spotlight an abundance of the five boroughs' most interesting restaurants in deeply researched and reported reviews for online media, she has chased stories all over the country for newspapers, and she has led international reporting efforts for television.
- In addition to reporting, writing, and editing, her earliest food and drink experience includes stints as the product demonstrator for a gourmet sauce company and as a bartender at Greenwich Village's dearly departed Cornelia Street Café.
Experience
Amber got her start as an intern at New York magazine as a senior in college, contributing reporting and photography to packages like "The Breakfast Manifesto." After graduation, she was hired as a reporter at the New York Post, where she covered the Angostura bitters shortage disrupting Manhattans in Manhattan, super-luxe menu items all over town, literal and figurative underground food purveyors, and cryptocurrency's fledgling entrée to hospitality, also hosting videos illuminating those themes. After a more formal tenure in television at "Inside Edition," she was the editor of Thrillist New York and then the chief restaurant critic and food and drink editor at Time Out New York. In addition to her present work with Chowhound, her name has also appeared in States by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' Villa Albertine, Page Six, and The New York Times; the latter two as a topic herself.
Education
Amber has a Bachelor of Arts in writing from Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at The New School.
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New York, New York
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
If Ina Garten loves a restaurant, you can be sure it's worth your time. If you can get a reservation. Snag one at this Brooklyn spot for delicious Italian food.
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Miami, Florida
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Long lines sweep the streets in Miami outside this popular frozen yogurt spot. With unique and worldly toppings, the goal is to give you a taste of Greece.
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Cooking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Looking to sour your own cream from scratch? Here's what to know if you've been debating using vinegar or lemon juice for your homemade version.
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Cooking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Barbecues need foods that can sit for a while and also balance the rich flavors of beef and pork -- these five crowd-pleasing side dishes do just the job.
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Gardening
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Learn how the queen of home and garden finds coveted seeds, plus tips for safely transporting a few back to your own garden.
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Shopping Tips
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
There are plenty of sweet Easter candies out there, but this classic chocolate captures the holiday aesthetic and a rich flavor that anyone can enjoy.
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New York, New York
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
The Brooklyn Bridge is among the most famous landmarks in New York City. After crossing it, you'll be hungry, so visit one of these restaurants nearby.
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News
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Le Creuset Dutch ovens are among the most coveted kitchen tools. They're also prohibitively expensive. Aldi has ovens of equal charm for a fraction the cost.
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Gardening
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Hummingbirds are truly a joy to watch, flying as they can in amazing directions. If you'd like to see more of them, plant this herb at the right times.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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News
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Dubai chocolate may not be the rage it once was, but it still inspires some interesting treats. Take this boozy delight popping up at some Aldi stores.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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News
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
An LA hotspot that lays claim to inventing the French dip sandwich is shutting its doors for good at the end of March, citing declining sales.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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Cooking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Frying up some eggs? Set aside the butter and use this spicy, flavorful oil. You can even make it yourself at home, no trip to the store needed.
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New York, New York
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
New York City has a lot of "bests." One you'd think wouldn't be so special is the best turkey sandwich, but the details are truly something else.
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New York, New York
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Grab some vintage treats or modern goodies at New York City's oldest candy shop, which has become a classic institution for tourists and locals alike.
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Cooking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
If you're craving a taste of the past, look to this old-school appetizer. It once dominated steakhouse menus with its rich flavors and textures.
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Cooking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
It isn’t just about the salt and pepper. Ina Garten uses a secret ingredient to give New York strip steak a deep, umami flavor you won't soon forget.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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Costco
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
While there are plenty of solid options on Costco's food court menu, surprisingly, the ice cream sundae isn't one of them. Here's why you should skip it.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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Restaurants
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Cracker Barrel serves up numerous meaty options, but do you know where the beef is sourced from? We set out to find where its beef comes from.
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Gardening
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Your garden could be growing more tomatoes than you think. Here's one way to ensure that your produce gets the nutrients and stability it needs.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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Cocktails And Spirits
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Summertime cocktails evoke images of refreshingly cold drinks that tend to mimic the sunset with orange and pink hues. This simple cocktail is one of them.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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News
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
There's always something worth grabbing at Costco, especially when said items cost less than usual. If you're in the market for kitchenware, check these out.
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Shopping Tips
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
If you love the look of high-end farmhouse decor but hate the price tag, there's a ceramic light at Aldi that looks like a pricier version from Pottery Barn.
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Coffee And Tea
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Your bag of ground coffee beans comes with an expiration date on the bag, but can you (and should you) still drink it after that date has passed?
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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Restaurants
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
You might know Cracker Barrel for its Southern-themed atmosphere and cooking, but the comfort food brand also used to own this steakhouse chain.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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Cooking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Celebrity chef Ina Garten is no stranger to the pleasures of alcohol, and when she's in the kitchen, these are the two liquors she can't get enough of.
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
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Grilling And Smoking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
If you aren't looking forward to spending hours upon hours at the smoker, try cooking pulled pork using the 3-2-1 method. Here's the best way to smoke it.
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Cooking
By Amber Sutherland-Namako
Delicious sandwiches don't need to be stacked high to the ceiling. Take the advice of a French chef and you can have a tasty lunch with only a few ingredients.
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