C. Morris
School
Western Washington University, Franklin University Switzerland
Expertise
Food History, Vegetarian Cooking, Cooking Tips
- Caitlin has taught writing, literature, and research at colleges and universities for over seven years.
- She co-hosts "Special Lady Day" — a podcast about rad women in history — with listeners from over 40 countries.
- Throughout her career, she has served as an editor or reader for Belletrist Magazine, Coffeetown Press, and the Bellingham Review.
Experience
Caitlin has been a writer and editor for over ten years, focusing on culture, history, and communications. Along with writing for Tasting Table, she is a Senior Adjunct Professor in the English Department at a Seattle-area college. Her fiction has appeared in Ghost Parachute, the Jersey Devil Press, Halfway Down the Stairs, and The Copperfield Review Quarterly's historical fiction anthology, Made by History. She is an avid home chef and draws from her experiences working in coffee shops and restaurants, living on the border between Switzerland and Italy, and traveling around Europe. She hopes to one day learn Gujarati cooking to make her mother-in-law proud.
Education
Caitlin holds a master's degree in writing from Western Washington University and a certificate in editing from the University of Washington. She earned a combined bachelor's degree in literature and comparative literary and cultural studies from Franklin University Switzerland in Lugano, Switzerland.
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Stories By C. Morris
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Guinness fans may soon get a chance to turn their love of the dark stout into a lifestyle. Nevertheless, the new grounds will still preserve the area's history.
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It's no secret that vegetables tend to taste better in restaurants than at home, and that's largely because of the cooking method. Here's how to cook veggies.
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Tofu is that ubiquitous vegetarian staple that is a blank canvas for pretty much any flavor. Its history includes a spy, a Founding Father, and even ghosts.
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Potatoes may be one of the most straight forward ingredients, but washing spuds comes with more complications than you think.
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On July 12 the Can Manufacturers Institute released a roadmap for meeting its ambitious plans to increase aluminum can recycling over the next 30 years.
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There are many sugar substitutes available for consumers who are seeking healthier alternatives. The next big substitute is on its way to your pantry.
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Coffee is something that many enjoy all over the world for a variety of reasons. Here are the truly fascinating historic origins of roasting coffee beans.
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Many people think saltwater taffy features ocean water as an ingredient -- but that's not the case, though the ocean is involved in the origin of its name.
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Cherries can be a sweet addition to your recipe and they can be just as delicious on their own. Here are the differences between Bing and Rainier cherries.
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The Strawberry shortcake is a ubiquitous dessert in most of the Western world. However, its history is a winding labyrinth of joy, beginning in ancient Rome.
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The cucumber, much-loved for its refreshing and thirst-quenching taste, has been enjoyed worldwide for at least three millennia.
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The whiskey sour is a classic, simple cocktail with only a few ingredients. But did you know it actually dates back to sailors in the 1600s?
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30 breweries are housed in former churches across the US. It may seem like an odd combination, but there's a historic connection between beer and the church.
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Zucchini has gained popularity for its versatile uses. However, keeping it fresh can prove difficult. Here are some helpful tips on how to store your zucchini.
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if you just purchased a brand new and unseasoned pan, you may want to avoid acidic foods for the first few uses. But acidic foods are not off the table.
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Have you ever wondered what makes the difference in a simple dish like pasta and sauce? Chef and experts share the incredibly simple trick they use.
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Cultures from all over the world use peppermint tea for its healing properties. Drinking it after dinner could provide many health benefits for you.
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Today mashed potatoes are seen as an unfussy, everyday dish, but at one time, this modern comfort dish was considered an aristocratic food. Here's why.
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When a baking recipe calls for oil instead of butter, that should be your first clue, but understanding what oil does versus butter will truly help you decide.