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Zola Gregory

Zola Gregory is a writer, recipe developer, and food stylist based in Seattle. Her work has appeared in publications such as TASTE, Food52, Bon Appétit, and Serious Eats.

Food
Cooking

Sourdough 101: How To Make (And Maintain) the Perfect Sourdough Starter

Don't know where to start with sourdough? Take these tips from pro-bakers and microbiologists on everything from feeding a starter to how to know when to throw a bad starter away.

by Zola Gregory
on Apr 29
A hand is stirring a sourdough starter in a glass jar, on a kitchen countertop. The light casts a warm glow, highlighting the ingredients inside the jar.
Food

When Do You *Really* Need To Replace Your Cutting Board?

Some boards are a cut above, but none are immune to needing replacement.

by Zola Gregory
on Mar 31
High angle of crop anonymous woman cutting carrot on wooden chopping board near tomatoes and parsley in kitchen during sunny day
Food

New Research Suggests Bird Flu Can Survive in Some Cheeses

It’s affected your eggs. Here’s what it means for your cheese drawer.

by Zola Gregory
on Mar 21
Grating Parmigiano-Reggiano. Grater partially in field of view. Shreds and piece of cheese on wooden chopping board. High point of view.
Food
Nutrition

Is Your Favorite Salt Causing an Iodine Deficiency?

Swapping out table salt for sea salt? Heed experts' warnings about missing out on this key nutrient.

by Zola Gregory
on Mar 17
Coarse salt crystals on a blue table held in a wooden spoon with more sea salt.
Food
Cooking

You Should Never Defrost Fish in Vacuum-Sealed Packaging: Here’s Why

Seafood safety experts say there are dangers in the packaging of your frozen fish. This is what you should do instead.

by Zola Gregory
on Feb 24
four packages of different fish in vacuum-sealed, labeled trays on a blue background