Location
Hudson, New York
School
University of Louisiana at Lafayette, University of New Orleans, The Art Student's League, Pratt Institute
Expertise
Urban Agriculture, Cocktail Culture, Sustainable Food Systems
- Over his long career as a journalist, he's covered everything from the farm-to-table dining scene in Las Vegas to New York City's urban agriculture to the history of bar manuals.
- While earning his master of fine arts degree from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, he was also slinging cocktails at various Manhattan eateries.
- He was a contributing editor at the ASME-award-winning magazine Modern Farmer.
Experience
Andrew has more than 15 years of experience writing for the newspaper and magazine industry. Andrew also writes for Grunge.com and covers men's style for Insider Reviews. He's a non-fiction author represented by Jeff Ourvan of the Jennifer Lyons Literary Agency. His fourth book, "Satellite Boy: The International Manhunt for a Master Thief That Launched the Modern Communication Age" was published by Counterpoint Press on March 21, 2023.
Education
Andrew holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a master's degree from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 60 min ago
They sure know how to turn an affordable cut of steak into something delicious in the Midwest. There seem to be countless tasty variations on this dish.
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Food History
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 day ago
Although this old-school salad dressing isn't as popular these days, it's still a classic. Here's a brief history on how this beloved salad dressing came to be.
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Restaurants
By Andrew Amelinckx 2 days ago
Between making drinks and dealing with customers, being a bartender isn't an easy job. Customers who do this one annoying habit make it even harder.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 7 days ago
Tomahawk and ribeye steaks come from the same part of the cow, but a few key differences set these two tasty, marbled cuts apart from one another.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 7 days ago
When you want pork chops that are not only juicy but also absolutely full of autumnal flavor, you only need to grab this seasonal ingredient.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 7 days ago
Looking for something easy to go with your main course? This Southern dish involves pouring your ingredients into a baking pan as-is and popping it in the oven.
By Andrew Amelinckx 7 days ago
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 8 days ago
Cauliflower need only two ingredients to become a delicious and memorable side dish. For a food with savory flavor and contrasting texture, try this.
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News
By Andrew Amelinckx 9 days ago
Out of all the dining brands operating across the nation, the most popular one in America might come as a bit of a surprise. Here's what to know.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 9 days ago
Pineapple is a wonderful snack on its own, but it's so much more flavorful when you top some slices with these two spicy, sweet, and tangy Mexican staples.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 14 days ago
Potato salad can be as intricate or as simple as you want it to be. If you want it to be intricate, you need to add a little bit of this creamy cheese.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 14 days ago
If you're feeling kind of blah about vegetable soup, consider giving the classic potage a creamy Irish makeover that, thankfully, couldn't be simpler.
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 15 days ago
Pickle juice and buttermilk can both take your fried chicken to the next level, but which marinade should you use? Here's how the two methods compare.
By Andrew Amelinckx 15 days ago
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 15 days ago
For the most sumptuously flavored Swedish meatballs your taste buds have ever tangoed with, make sure to include this bold, unique spice duo.
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Fast Food
By Andrew Amelinckx 18 days ago
Culver's customers love the chain's ButterBurgers for their beefiness. It's a flavor that stands out among its competitors, and it comes from these steak cuts.
By Andrew Amelinckx 18 days ago
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 21 days ago
Add a little Latin American-flair, rosy color, and tender sweetness to your potato salad with the simple addition of one often-overlooked can vegetable.
By Andrew Amelinckx 21 days ago
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 22 days ago
A good grilled cheese is quick, easy, and deeply satisfying. Next time, make it even better by giving it this delicious Cajun twist.
By Andrew Amelinckx 22 days ago
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay might be used to cooking with ritzy Michelin-class ingredients, but he keeps this cheap ingredient in his pantry at all times.
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
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Cooking
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
If you're a pork lover who owns a slow cooker, then you need to know about this affordable, underrated cut that was practically made for the appliance.
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Cocktails And Spirits
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
The Negroni is a delightful cocktail, but you can ruin it with the wrong gin. Don't use Gordon's or Hendrick's, use this underrated British gin.
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Restaurants
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
California has plenty of fried fish joints, but this beachside spot is absolutely the best. Enjoy its ocean views, large portions, and rich history.
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Food History
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
Until things went awry, the Titanic's first-class passengers ate very well aboard the ill-fated ship, including spoonfuls of this classic fruity condiment.
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
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Cocktails And Spirits
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
You can make an ultra smooth cocktail by using this type of vodka, but before you do, make sure you understand the details behind what makes it so silky.
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
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Food History
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
Ketchup hasn't always been a tomato-based sauce. In fact, the origins of this condiment trace back to at least 300 B.C. when it was made much differently.
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
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Food History
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
Ben & Jerry's has a wide world of flavors, but the fans have spoken. This sweet and chocolaty ice cream is a combination of two other beloved flavors.
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News
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
Next time you enjoy a national park, do so with this campfire classic-inspired treat from Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches, found only at Target.
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Food History
By Andrew Amelinckx 1 month ago
In the 1990s, one pizza chain possessed the sheer boldness to finally sell pasta in a container that resonated with many Americans, and it's due for a comeback.
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Food History
By Andrew Amelinckx 2 months ago
Canned vegetables are a classic pantry staple, but back in the 1970s and 1980s, there was one old-school brand that everyone added to their casseroles.
By Andrew Amelinckx 2 months ago
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