Joanna Kalafatis
Expertise
30-minute Meals, Los Angeles Restaurants & Food Trucks, Cocktail Bars
- Joanna is a member of NATJA (North American Travel Journalists' Association), and in 2022 was recognized as Journalist of the Month.
- She wrote about Greek cuisine in the upcoming "Best of Greece" for Moon Travel Guides.
- So far she has traveled to over 45 countries and done collaborations with culinary tours, beverage companies, and dining establishments all over the world.
Experience
Joanna has worked as a professional writer for over a decade. She established her own travel blog at LosetheMap.com, in which she catalogued her culinary adventures and general explorations around the world. Since then, she has worked as an editor for GreekReporter.com and a writer for Time Out New York, Matador Network, Viator, and The Infographics Show YouTube channel. She is currently a food and beverage writer for Tasting Table, using her spare time to cook new recipes from different cuisines and work her way through the 100 best cocktail bars in the world.
Education
Joanna has a bachelor's degree in Economics from Barnard College in New York City.
Tasting Table’s editorial coverage hails from a veteran group of writers and editors with expertise in their respective fields in the food and drink, hospitality, and agriculture industries. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information and original recipes.
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Stories By Joanna Kalafatis
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Coffee roasting is a mix between science and art. The 50 best U.S. roasters demonstrate that through mastery of technique, special sourcing, and great service.
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Want to up your steak game? Consider tweaking your marinades with honey, soy sauce, or even Coca-Cola and baking soda. Here's how you can harness their tastes.
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For those who eat halal in Los Angeles, fear not, as there are truly excellent places to dine to get some world-class halal goodness. Just follow this guide.
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Eating at a steakhouse should be a dialed-in experience. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to tell how you've reached a quality restaurant.
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Food prices continue to rise but you can still find gourmet quality at a good cost with these premium, often overlooked cuts of meat.
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Back away from that margarita, because Los Angeles has a great bourbon culture as well. From Seven Grand to Thirsty Crow, these are the best LA bourbon bars.
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It's hard to imagine 2 more pleasurable treats than chocolate and cocktails. Here's how to combine grasshoppers, martinis and more for a fun, flavorful evening.
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Butter is delicious on many foods, but if you want to unlock its potential, consider compound butters. From chipotle to red wine to truffles, here's the best.
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Coffee may get most of the attention as the world's caffeine supplier, but you may be surprised to learn what the caffeine content of your favorite soda brands.
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You might think of tacos or tasting menus when it comes to LA foods, but these restaurants are also taking comfort foods, like mashed potatoes, seriously.
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Mixologists may have you convinced that a good cocktail takes a lot of ingredients. However, these 40 drinks offer excellent flavors with only two components.
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Gyros are a popular food across the country. These restaurants are the best place to get them in all 50 states. Here, gyros are served full of flavor and care.
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There are a lot of variables that go into making a good cup of coffee. As it turns out, the shape of your coffee filter adds another consideration to the list.