Catie Duckworth
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
School
Dickinson College
Metropolitan College At Boston University
Expertise
The Seafood Industry, Culinary Techniques, Social/cultural Food History
- As the Julia Child Teaching Assistant for the Boston University Culinary Arts Program, Catie worked alongside some of New England's most esteemed chefs, including world-renowned French chef Jacques Pépin.
- In Fall 2019, Catie won the Rebecca Alssid Award in Culinary Arts (granted by the Mary Ann Esposito Foundation) for her research and presentation of a four-course meal focused on Tuscan cuisine.
- Catie develops seafood recipes for Wulf's Fish out of their Boston test kitchen, working with classic fish like salmon and cod to specialty species like black cod and kampachi.
Experience
In 2018, Catie started her blog, Catie Cooks, which launched her career in the food industry. She continues to post original recipes and other food content on her site. Catie has been working in the Boston food scene since 2019 receiving on-site training from chefs at teaching kitchens, restaurants, and catering venues. After three years of working for the Culinary Arts Program at Boston University, where she is also an alum, Catie now co-manages the e-commerce division of Wulf's Fish, a Boston seafood company. She leads the marketing efforts, writing promotional content including newsletters, recipes, and blogs.
Education
Catie received a Master of Arts in Gastronomy and a Certificate in Culinary Arts from Boston University Metropolitan College, where she took classes in food history, food writing, food policy, and more. She combines her culinary knowledge with historical and social studies to gain a deeper understanding of the role that food plays in culture and society.
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Stories By Catie Duckworth
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Kelp is no ordinary diet food and it has many opportunities to benefit our bodies and the planet - and those are just some reasons you should be eating more.
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Fish tacos are simple, but if you're convinced it's as easy as slapping any filet on a tortilla, we need to talk. These fish types will level up taco nights.
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Frying your own fish is not an overly difficult task, but you want to get all the details right. Follow these tips and you will have the best fried fish.
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Fried fish is a favorite for Lent or any time of year for that matter. Fortunately, there are a number of species that are suitable for a hot oil bath.
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Why stick with a single salmon cooking technique when there are plenty of great methods for preparing America's favorite fish?
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Looking to defrost that piece of salmon from the freezer? There are plenty of pitfalls to defrosting, and we're here to help you avoid them.
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For the freshest produce, why not a CSA? But with so many choices, it gets confusing. To help you navigate the CSA, we've gathered a list of tips.
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Looking to ramp up your favorite chocolate recipes? From spicy chili peppers to sweet ginger, these are the best spices to pair with chocolate.
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Both Whole Foods and Wegmans are among the top grocery chains in the United States, and we've got a thorough breakdown to help you decide which is best.
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Tapas are a deliciously wonderful culinary and social experience, but you'll want to avoid these mistakes next time you get a craving for them.
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Here are tips to ensure you're getting the best quality seafood when dining out.
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With so many widely believed myths about lobster, we wanted to try and bust some of them. So, we spoke to the experts about what's lobster fact and fiction.
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Salmon is a versatile and complex ingredient, and these important tips will help you navigate this delicious fish no matter how you plan to prepare it.
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Since scallops are costly, you want to be wise in how you prepare them. This list of tips will give you the confidence to cook this shellfish with ease.
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If you are new to convection cooking, or even if you think you understand convection ovens, here are tips and tricks to get the most out of this appliance.
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Chef Jeremy Sewall provides some key tips you need to remember when preparing crab, from which species you buy to how you cook and season it.
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Quiche, a crowdpleaser that's great for brunch or lunch, can be tricky to make. To learn how to avoid these mistakes, read on to learn more.
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With so many awesome varieties of grain, it takes an expert to decipher. To help, we've compiled our list of the best. Read on to learn more.
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Walk into any supermarket, and you are bound to find bags of baby carrots lining the shelves of the produce case. Here's everything you need to know about them.
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Create restaurant-quality lobster at home using the sous vide method. Check out our complete guide on how to sous vide lobster tails in just a few steps.
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To make life easier, we compiled a list of the most essential recipe terms you should know. Once you master this glossary, you will be a great cook in no time.
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Ever wonder which can of tomatoes to grab for your next dish? Look no further. Because here we explain all the types of canned tomatoes you need to know about.
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Despite their humble nature, there are a lot of ways you could go wrong with beans. Here are some of the most common mistakes everyone makes with beans.
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Gluten-free has a brand-new look this decade, and with more options than ever, here are 11 tricks for the gluten-free baker to enjoy healthy baked goods again!
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Buttery garlic bread is the perfect accompaniment for a multitude of dishes. Think beyond spaghetti and trying pairing it with these unconventional dishes.
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There are some great benefits to eating the skin on your salmon. With a little care, you can have delectable, extra-crispy skin you will be sure to enjoy.
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Kale is polarizing, but If you avoid these mistakes, you'll get the satisfaction of a leafy green that can taste great in addition to being great for you.