Location
Brooklyn, New York
School
Rutgers University, School of Visual Arts
Expertise
Spirits, Fast food, Food styling
- Erik's talents in food media began when he started an award-winning food humor blog, "Fancy Fast Food," in which he styled haute cuisine-looking dishes using only the ingredients from fast food restaurants. He performed these food stylings on television for Nightline and Rachael Ray.
- His popular blog, which eventually evolved into a satirical cookbook, was praised by The New York Times, Time, The Associated Press, CNBC, and Saveur.
- His notoriety as a "food expert" landed him appearances on Cooking Channel and National Geographic Channel's award-winning documentary show, "Brain Games."
Experience
Erik is an accomplished travel, food and spirits writer, whose credits include Food & Wine, VinePair, Fathom, Wine Enthusiast, Thrillist, Lonely Planet, Fodor's Travel, Matador Network, InsideHook and National Geographic. He's contributed to Tasting Table since 2018. He strives to explore new cuisines and gastronomic trends around the world, and enjoys writing about the intersection of international travel and the culinary landscape.
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Fast Food
By Erik Trinidad
In-N-Out may be a regional chain, but its aesthetic and menu are instantly recognizable all over the world. So what was this chain even thinking here?
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These days, microwaves offer a ton of features. As you shop for a new one, this feature is essential if you want to warm up food evenly and more.
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Fast Food
By Erik Trinidad
The iconic McDonald's fish sandwich is good any time of day, but you're going to have to head over an ocean to enjoy a Filet-O-Fish with breakfast.
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Fast Food
By Erik Trinidad
Fast food is often derided as being unhealthy. But Taco Bell offers plenty of intriguing options that make it surprisingly healthy.
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Gardening
By Erik Trinidad
Gardening can be relaxing, but it becomes stressful when your plants show troubling signs. Here's why those leaves turned yellow, and how to fix it.
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John Wayne was the prototype for the American action hero, so naturally he enjoyed sipping a beloved American whiskey brand at the end of the day.
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Food History
By Erik Trinidad
Steak 'n Shake is known for its steakburgers, shoestring fries, and extensive selection of shakes. But when the chain started it was very different.
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Fast Food
By Erik Trinidad
With food prices consistently rising, we're looking to save money wherever we can. This clever trick will save some cash without sacrificing flavor.
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Cleaning Tips
By Erik Trinidad
It's easy to forget about changing your refrigerator's water filter, but your water can taste bad, become cloudy, or even become harmful if you don't.
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Fast Food
By Erik Trinidad
If you're looking to load up on protein, Taco Bell has you covered. And if you're concerned about the salt intake, it is easily customizable.
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White rice and black beans are incredibly versatile, relatively inexpensive, and absolutely delicious. Keeping these staples handy is a pro tip.
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