School
University of Amsterdam
Expertise
Italian Cuisine, Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes, Food Hacks
- Dhruv is a self-taught cook who has collected knowledge from experts like grandmothers, food truck owners, and local celebrity chefs.
- Having lived in three continents, he has learnt to prepare authentic dishes from across the globe using food hacks and local substitutes.
- Dhruv spent the lockdown perfecting his classic Italian tomato sauce, lasagna, and Aglio e Olio recipes.
Experience
Dhruv started his career working for one of the world's largest coffee and tea companies and spent his workdays crafting and testing food pairings. As a writer, he has covered topics like food, history, cinema, music, and self-help and has also written a book on herb gardening. When he's not writing, Dhruv heads into the kitchen to recreate his favorite newly discovered restaurant dishes. His cooking philosophy centers on simplicity and fresh ingredients.
Education
Dhruv has a master's degree in economics from the University of Amsterdam.
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Kitchen Tools
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Whether you're out of counter space or want your kitchen to look less cluttered, keeping kitchen appliances off the counter is a great way to make more room.
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Shopping Tips
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When considering which pasta to buy at the store, use our expert-recommended tips and look for these distinctions on the label to ensure high-quality noodles.
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A good marinade can make or break your dinner. While you could make them complex, simple is often better, such as this trick for perfect chicken marinades.
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Food Science
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Not only rich in healthy fat and protein, peanut butter is also rich in carbon, the building block for diamonds. How does this breakfast spread become crystals?
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Smoking brisket is a labor of love with plenty of tips and tricks to make it easier and more flavorful. The snake method of smoking brisket is a great one.
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Wine racks are an aesthetic way to store wine. But they can also be used for so much more than just keeping those glass bottles organized.
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If you're planning on leaving the Costco food court with your hot dog, you should try this easy hack to help you take it on the go without any mess.
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Food History
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Anthony Bourdain liked food films for their realism, for how accurately they depicted what goes on in a chef's world. Naturally, this one scene made him wince.
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Beer And Wine
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Non-alcoholic beers are becoming more and more popular, however, if you opt for a NA beer you should think twice before choosing one that's on tap.
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Restaurants
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Anthony Bourdain was renowned for his unapologetic opinions on food. When it came to ordering mussels, he was cautious, and you should be too, with this rule.
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While traditionally vodka is made from potatoes, today, less than 5% of the spirit actually comes from spuds. Here's what most vodka is made from instead.
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Design & Decor
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Tiny kitchens need all the help they can get when it comes to creating more storage space. This one simple addition can help you achieve that.
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There's really no wrong way to cut a watermelon when it's hot out. But cutting watermelon this way can actually make it harder and messier to eat.
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Design & Decor
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If you're thinking about adding an island to the middle of your kitchen, you need to first make sure that you're not making this critical mistake.
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To create the perfect lobster egg roll, you need to know exactly how much lobster (and what part of it) should go inside; we have the chef-approved answer.
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Vertical countertop paper towel holders may be common, but they also take up precious work space. Why not use this clever storage trick instead?
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Fast Food
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Burger King's iced coffee is a sweet pick-me-up, and it's easy to make at home if you don't want to spend the time and money stopping at the fast food chain.
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Shopping Tips
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We ranked some of the best boxed brownie mixes out there, and there was one clear winner. Though it too has a fault, it's not enough to be a deal-breaker.
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Making a simple whey syrup at home can give you a unique way to upgrade the flavor of any cocktail. Here's how to do it yourself (and add it to your drink).
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Fast Food
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McDonald's Egg McMuffin is a morning fast food classic. This iconic sandwich used to come with some condiments you wouldn't expect to put on it.
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Costco's budget wines are a revelation, but they're not all winners. Here's the typically pricey luxury wine on offer at Costco that you're best off avoiding.
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Organization is key when it comes to good kitchen workflow, and this is especially true with spices. Create the perfect spice drawer with this simple hack.
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Fast Food
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McDonald's has a smorgasbord of burger offerings. But if you're craving a double cheeseburger, here's what you need to know about the McDouble and Daily Double.
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Colorful handheld skewers of candy kebabs are a delightful treat for kids and adults alike. Make sure to use this trick when assembling them at home.
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Tea cakes and sponge cakes are made with similar ingredients. Both of these types of cakes have some key differences that bakers should look out for.
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Gardening
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Consider combining your passion for tech with your gardening prowess with this gadget from Costco that helps keep your watering on schedule.
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Shopping
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While some gas stations are expanding their available food options, customers should be wary about buying fresh produce and foods with a short shelf life.
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