People & Places

The coolest stories, expert recommendations, and latest endeavors from some of our favorite chefs and personalities.

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Cooking

How Chicano Eats Made Mexican American Cooking Accessible to a New Generation

How Esteban Castillo brings Mexican American flavors to kitchens everywhere.

11/19/24
11 min read
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Jenny Martinez Is the TikTok Cooking Star We Deserve

She used to sell forklifts. Now the Mexican chef is a superstar creator with a line of kitchenware, a bestselling cookbook, and guest spots on TV.

11/1/24
7 min read
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Shopping

For Zaire Alford, Halloween Isn’t Just a Day — It’s a Lifestyle

The Queen of Halloween shares her top tips for last-minute costuming.

10/22/24
8 min read
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Cooking

Caroline Chambers Wants You to Make Fast, Easy, Tasty Food

Her recipe testers always use timers.

10/14/24
12 min read
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Chef Jet Tila Feasts His Way through Los Angeles

Matzah ball soup, dim sum, and eclairs are on his must-order shortlist.

10/3/24
6 min read
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How Fitness Instructor and Sports Reporter Jess Sims Fuels Her (Very!) Active Lifestyle

Hint: Lumberjack breakfasts, the perfect shade of lip liner, and plenty of couch time.

9/26/24
5 min read