Dillon Fernando
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Expertise
Food History, Celebrity Chefs, Food Science
- Raised with an unhealthy Food Network obsession, Dillon's great food influences are Alton Brown, Anthony Bourdain, Alex Guarnaschelli, and Ina Garten.
- He once helped produce a cooking segment with Samantha Bee and James Beard award-winning chef Vivian Howard.
- For a taste of home, Dillon enjoys prying family recipes for Sri Lankan classics from his mother to replicate in his tiny Brooklyn kitchen.
Experience
Dillon is a writer and food researcher. He spent five years in late-night television, where he researched news stories, including those about food insecurity and food waste. He conducts research for the popular YouTube channel Tasting History with Max Miller. As a freelance writer, his work can be found in Flash Fiction Magazine, Hobart, The New York Times, and more. As an avid home cook, Dillon loves reading cookbooks and experimenting with new flavors and techniques in the kitchen.
Education
Dillon has a bachelor's degree in biology from Duke University.
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Stories By Dillon Fernando
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However you like your avocado toast, Michael Voltaggio's pizza offers the perfect way to encapsulate its breakfast flavors during dinner time.
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Not everyone is 100% sold on smash burgers. And, when it comes to chef Bobby Flay, he still prefers his burger patties to be on the thicker side.
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Although grilling lobster can be difficult, chef Geoffrey Zakarian advocates for poaching your lobster before you grill to ensure a perfect lobster every time.
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Caramelized onions add a sweet, jammy layer to the patty melt, but they are often time-consuming to make. Luckily, there is a tasty onion swap.
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Ina Garten is no stranger to pot pies, boasting a hearty chicken pot pie in her repertoire. But for an added crunch, Garten has a simple last-minute addition.
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Dive into the world of raspberry delights! Discover the art of crafting silky coulis and textured sauces from succulent berries - a sweet journey awaits!
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With something as delicate as crab, Padma Lakshmi balances the sweetness with a spicy ingredient to take her version of the dish back to her Indian heritage.
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There's a surprising accompaniment to broccoli that may sound like it was added during a night of drinking, but it might be the unsung hero of your dish.
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Culinary legend Julia Child had a secret for the best roast chicken - butter. Read on to learn the tricks and techniques for the perfect bird.
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Want to ensure that your sloppy joe has the perfect balance of flavor to fat, giving you a juicy sandwich each time? You need this particular blend of beef.
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A great pasta salad can be a moreish dish of dreams, but a bad one will be a tasteless bowl of stodge. Follow this tip to make sure yours is packed with flavor.
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Nothing beats a glass of cold iced tea on a hot summer's day, but just wait until you see how Alex Guarnaschelli amps the classic drink up with a few twists.
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To save a white sauce from curdling, French-trained chef Gordon Ramsay shared a tip that involves moving the pot on and off the heat.
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One refreshing caffeinated, citrusy pick-me-up that has made waves in recent years is the iced coffee lemonade, which is coffee mixed with lemonade and ice.
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A breakfast hash is an easy way to turn leftovers into a delicious meal. Discover how to amplify the flavor and nutrition with very little extra effort.
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Your recipe calls for rice wine, and you're all out. Can you substitute rice wine vinegar? Here's why that's a bad idea - and what you could use instead.
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For Giada De Laurentiis, there's a specific method to add cheese to pasta that her nonno taught her, which enhances its savory umami flavor.
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To avoid a clumpy mess or oily noodles that won't grip sauce, timing is crucial for your pasta's success.
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While some like their enchiladas soft, this can lead to a soggy dish. Here's how you can ensure a crispy exterior by using this sauce dipping technique.
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What will you find in Bobby Flay's cabinets? One particular cooking dish is something he can't give up and goes back to for cooking several ingredients.
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A bland block of meatloaf is a sure way to mess up a weeknight's dinner. Here's the ideal salt ratio that can save your meal each and every time.
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Looking for a way to spice up your potato salad? Try the puree Bobby Flay includes in his recipe for a Southwestern twist that will be a hit at your picnic.
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Roasted potatoes crisp up on the outside and eat pillowy on the inside. But if we can achieve this savory crunch with roasting potatoes, why not with gnocchi?
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Though a simple dish, it's not difficult to miss the mark on a balanced tuna salad. See what the ideal mayo-to-tuna ratio is for your next brunch.
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From medieval grifts to changing legal standards, uncover the fascinating origin of the baker's dozen and why it strayed from the usual amount.
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In order to ensure that each chicken is perfectly roasted to order at his restaurants, Chef David Boulud actually reheats chicken with a flash cooking method.
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The current president's favorite pasta is one that is a fine classic on any dinner table. Here's what Joe Biden prefers above any other Italian dish.