Austin Havens-Bowen
Expertise
Home Cooking, Grocery Shopping Hacks, Food News
- Austin has experimented in the kitchen since he was a child when his great grandmother taught him how to make icing and salad vinaigrettes from scratch.
- He's lived in New York City for over a decade where he's explored the city's food scene from dive bars and high-end restaurants to food festivals and local grocery stores.
- Austin has published his own food blog with original recipes since August 2022.
Experience
Austin is a freelance writer with five-plus years of editorial experience covering a range of topics for local newspapers and digital publications in New York City. He's always found a way to cover food when possible, including an interview with an amateur chef who figured out how to cook during the pandemic when his building shut off his gas. When he's not writing (or cooking!), he's probably exploring an art museum, trying a new restaurant, or watching TV.
Education
Austin has a B.A. in media studies with a concentration in journalism from Hunter College.
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Stories By Austin Havens-Bowen
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For expertise, Tasting Table turned to Chef Franklin Becker from Point Seven, a NYC restaurant, who says butter poaching is his favorite way to cook lobster.
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Costco is full of great deals for bulk buyers. One surprisingly great canned good worth hoarding is the Kirkland canned roast beef for under $0.50 per ounce.
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Canned chicken is useful for mixing with other ingredients to make a quick protein-filled meal. It's soft texture makes it perfect for a crunchy lettuce wrap.
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Any home cook can pull off beef stroganoff, but you'll want to make sure to add the sour cream at the proper time so it emulsifies with the rest of the sauce.
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Cast iron is notoriously durable, but every material has its limits. So, just how hot can your cast iron skillet get before it becomes damaged?
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Unless you cook them often, it can be difficult to tell what matters most when selecting scallops at the grocery store or market. We asked an expert for tips.
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If you're a fan of bagels, you might want to give a flagel a try next. This curious Brooklyn invention is basically the bagel's flat, crispier cousin.
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You'll want to blend the beef filling and crackers, preferably in a blender or food processor, but Tasting Table's Leah Maroney cautions not to overdo it.
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You've gone through the trouble of creating a difficult-to-master French classic; so now you need an interesting and delicious way to serve it to guests.
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When your standard weekly meals start to feel boring, it's time to switch things up with new textures and flavors. Here's an easy way to do that tonight!
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Your standard boring breakfast sandwich is about to get a sweet and citrus-zesty makeover, thanks to the ingenious ideas of Costco's biggest fans.
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We all that know the basics will never go out of style because they're always delicious and satisfying; here's a breakfast that proves just that.
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Turkey bacon is delicious on its own, but the use of pepper makes it even better. Besides, you probably already have a few varieties in your spice cabinet.
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Reheating pizza in the microwave can make for soggy, unappetizing leftovers, but with your cast-iron pan, it can taste almost as fresh as it was originally.
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Got fish fillets? Try this quick and easy-to-master technique that results in a meal that is both tender and flavorful. All you need to do is grab the butter.
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If you're not just a fan of seasonal Starbucks drink offerings, but also love to get your hands on new branded merchandise, it's time to get excited.
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Lavender is one flavor that has been going over well at Starbucks this season, and the coffee chain is now offering something tasty without the caffeine buzz.
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Depending on where you live, Trader Joe's might seem like it's everywhere or completely out of reach. These eight states don't even have one location.
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Once you've tackled the best cheese and meat combo, focus on your onion preparation game to guarantee melded deliciousness in every bite.
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Turkey bacon is far more lean than typical pork bacon, and this means it can be tricky to get right when it comes to crispiness. The air fryer fixes that!
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At Tasting Table, we took some time to rank 26 classic American sandwiches to find out which one stands out among the rest, and the answer might surprise you.
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Breadsticks are always better when Italian herbs are present, but Italian seasoning blends are useful as more than just a garnish on top of the finished dish.
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Is there anything worse than making a batch of tuna salad and it needing time to chill in the fridge before eating it? This hack prevents that waiting time.
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The Jamaican spice blend provides a mix of earthy, spicy, and smoky flavors that improve any dish, but they work particularly well with chicken.
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We've got a tasty way to reuse coffee grounds after the last sip of your morning brew: Turn them into a saccharum that can be used like a coffee liqueur.
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Braised beef is rich and tender, but can come out on the bland side if not well-seasoned. Use horseradish's pungent kick to cut through that richness.
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If it's your first time hosting an Easter soiree, or more guests RSVP'd for the meal, you might be unsure of how much ham you need per person.