Emma Segrest
School
University Of Cincinnati
Expertise
Food History, Celeberity Chef Culture, Chicago Food Scene
- In 2023 Emma got to interview photographer Barbara Cole for Le Mile magazine.
- She won Best New Works award from the Asheville Fringe Festival for the show The Clown Car Rolls On as part of Rabbit Foot Puppetry.
- She once received a tattoo from a tattoo artist while interviewing them for a story.
Experience
Emma began her writing career for local Cincinnati publications such as Women of Cincy and The News Record. There she found her passion for writing stories celebrating the accomplishments of the human spirit. She began writing for Tasting Table in 2023, focusing on food trends, regional foods, and cooking tips.
Education
Emma graduated with bachelor's degrees in journalism and creative writing from the University of Cincinnati in 2022.
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Stories By Emma Segrest
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The holiday season marks the return of several seasonal food items, including the iconic Chick-fil-A Peppermint Chip Milkshake. But that's not all.
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Tasting Table recipe developer Taylor Murray uses fresh, juicy nectarines in her Sweet and Savory Italian Salad Pizza for a burst of sweetness and tartness.
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This peppery, fresh vegetable can bring a bright crunch to your dishes and is easy to prepare. To get a better cleaning, slice it in half before washing.
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If you're making a seafood boil, don't make the mistake of overlooking the potatoes. Red potatoes are ideal for a seafood boil and help tie the dish together.
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When you think of a Philly cheesesteak, it's probably dripping with gooey bright yellow Cheez Whiz. But just how, exactly, did this come to be?
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Do you want to make steamed foods at home but lack a proper steaming basket? You can turn an aluminum foil pie tin into a makeshift steamer with ease.
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If you're craving a juicy steak, try some succulent steak tips. The recipe combines the meaty sensation with a sweet, tangy bourbon sauce for a savory dish.
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To keep things from drying out in the crockpot when making lasagna, use a can of crushed tomatoes rather than water. This adds flavor and texture to your dish!
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Fresh thyme packs a hearty herbal flavor that is lightly floral and earthy, which contrasts with the delicately sweet fish meat perfectly.
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Pull-apart bread is a party favorite. Combined with a classic, savory soup, this will have your guests crowding around the table to get a bite.
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Mexican Doritos are said to be crunchier, thicker, and more flavorful than their American counterpart. They also pack more of a spicy punch. But why is this?
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The Italian beef sandwich has had a boost thanks to "The Bear", but if you can't get to Chicago, make one at home. Just be sure to follow our important tip.
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It was announced earlier this year that Steak and Ale would be opening a new location in 2024, more than 10 years after the closure of the last one.
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Chef Andre Rush hasn't appeared on "MasterChef" as a contestant, but he told us the dish he'd prepare for Gordon Ramsay if he were competing on the show.
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The decadent pastry, Italian lobster tail, is normally filled with ricotta cheese. For a sweeter Italian lobster tail, fill it with cream instead.
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Rendang is a flavor-packed curry that's good enough to satisfy a hungry crowd on a cold night. Find out how to get a truly tender result, using chuck steak.
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One of the easiest ways to make a dish more intriguing is by adding a variety of soft and crunchy textures, like adding green beans to potato salad.
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As you begin to think about which dishes to include in your Thanksgiving lineup, consider adding maple hasselback sweet potatoes to the list.
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Tasting Table recipe developer Jennine Rye's take on this dish swaps out ground beef for turkey, resulting in a delicious and lean turkey cottage pie.
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Joe Dillard's air fryer parmesan-crusted boneless pork chops create the ideal cheesy, crispy outer crust with a succulent center, all by using the air fryer.
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Pulled pork is the foundation of many delicious meals, but the key error to avoid is drying out the meat. Find out how apple cider can prevent that outcome.
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This savory dish uses seasonal produce to tie into the festive occasion, and breaks the mold of what a traditional Thanksgiving side should be.
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Everyone loves a comforting cheesy potato dish, but add in a few spiced Cajun bangers and we're suddenly talking about a complete flavor-packed meal.
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After the end of her talk show, Rachael Ray's fans are likely clamoring to find out where she'll pop up next. She gave us the scoop on her upcoming podcast.
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It's hard to imagine how this craveable, creamy soup can get better but you can up the autumnal sweetness of this soup with the addition of maple syrup.
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During an interview, Brooke Williamson, who appeared in Seasons 3 of 'Tournament of Champions, was getting noticeably distracted by exciting filming updates.
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Among heirloom variations is the Brandywine tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum), a large Amish heirloom that has long been prized for its sweet flavor and size.