Elias Nash
School
University Of Southern California, University Of California Los Angeles
Expertise
Culinary History, Food Science, Bread Making
- Elias has ghostwritten two books on cooking and nutrition.
- His culinary knowledge can be traced to his first-ever job as an employee of Sur La Table.
- An avid home cook, he specializes in all things dough related.
Experience
Elias's lifelong obsession with food stretches all the way back to the day he spoke his first word, "bread." Once he achieved full literacy, he discovered his second passion in writing. Combining the two was a natural move, and he joined the Static Media network in 2022. He previously worked as a freelance ghostwriter and editor. Elias's writing focuses primarily on history and science, using extensive research to uncover the secrets behind the foods you love, the foods you hate, and the foods you haven't tried yet.
Education
Elias has a BFA in writing for screen and television from the University of Southern California, and is earning a certificate in journalism from the University of California, Los Angeles.
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Stories By Elias Nash
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Ecuador's colada morada drink is a smoothie-like berry brew that is typically served hot when visiting tombs. Here's more on this indigenous beverage.
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There are over 20 Gatorade Flavors, but you could add even more by making your own. Here's how to do it.
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There are many kinds of cookware, all with different strengths and applications. Learn what differentiates skillets and the various pans on offer.
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Masters of spectacle, Bompas & Parr orchestrated one of the most incredible dining experiences ever conceived. Get the details about this one-of-a-kind event.
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If you want a proper city tour, you need a fixer instead of a tour guide. Here's the 'Tokyo Fixer' that showed Anthony Bourdain around the Japanese city.
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Nancy Silverton's transformational experience was, unsurprisingly, an Italian dish, but she discovered this frittata in a totally unexpected part of the world.
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Deviled eggs are an appetizer staple for many different functions. They are a versatile dish enjoyed throughout history. But where did the name come from?
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Canning is a method that has been used to preserve food since the early 19th century. Here is why you should never use your Instant Pot when home canning.
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Sadly, Fatima Ali's journey was cut short in 2019, but her legacy lives on with the release of her posthumous memoir, 'Savor: A Chef's Hunger for More.'
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Throughout Prohibition, people found many loopholes in order to continue imbibing. Learn about the grape that made drinking wine possible during Prohibition.
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The loin is also where we get pork chops, which are the most popular of all pork cuts — but that "pork chop" isn't really a singular cut.
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Celestial Seasonings' founder and former owner, Mo Siegel, has publicly voiced his involvement in a religion that espouses some dangerous ideas.
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Cornish game hens make an excellent table setting, and they're a delicious indulgence, but why are they so much more tender than regular chicken?
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The liquid you choose for braising pork has a tremendous impact on the final dish. So, here's an autumnal ingredient that you should use to braise pork.
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When you think of Hawaiian food, your mind probably goes to poke, but Hawaiians have left their own stamp on the classic hot dog. Here's what you should know.
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Here's the story of the McDonald's executive who became a double-agent for Burger King.
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Pork butt vs. pork shoulder. They might sound like two separate parts of the animal, but that's not true (exactly). Here's the real difference between the two.
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Coriander can mean a lot of different things depending on where you are. Here is why you should always consider grinding coriander seeds when you need them.
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How did Knott's Berry Farm go from conventional farm to roller coaster heaven? The answer is fried chicken.
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Obviously, the Secret Service won't let the president loose in a Kroger, so who buys groceries for them and, most importantly, who foots the bill?
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Fugu is a delicacy that is found primarily in Japan of which only the most daring will try. Here is why fugu is difficult to find in the United States.
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Flapjacks and pancakes, is there a difference between the two? Here are the surprising origins of the two breakfast foods.
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Food bloggers and the Irish government have found fault with Subway's sandwich bread. We lay out the ongoing feud between the franchise and its critics.
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The son of Frank Mars (owner of candy company Mars) named Milky Ways. The Snickers name also has family origins, but not what you might expect.
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There's a corner of the U.S. where you can sample salmon candy. However, it's not quite what it sounds like.
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Balsamic has a distinct sweet flavor that separates it from other types of vinegar. So why does balsamic taste so different? It comes down to production.
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You can easily identify a Kandil Sinap apple with a single glance, as it looks like no other. The unique fruit also has an interesting history.