Katie Lenhardt
Location
Bay Area, California
School
Scottsdale Culinary Institute, New Mexico State University
Expertise
Global Cuisines And Pastries, Classic Cooking Techniques, Specialty Ingredients
- Katie catered events for celebrities, PGA tours, and former presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush.
- She styled food for celebrity chefs, children's cookbooks, and a regional food magazine.
- Her favorite way of staying on top of culinary trends is by attending food shows in San Francisco, New York, Italy, and Greece.
Experience
Katie has amassed a depth of culinary knowledge throughout her 20-plus-year career in the food industry. In culinary school, she was trained in classic French cuisine, cooking techniques, pastry, restaurant management, and nutrition. She went on to couple her culinary education with her love of writing and research by studying journalism. During school, Katie was the associate editor of a southwestern food magazine, where she composed articles, developed recipes, and styled food for photo shoots. She also had the opportunity to further her knowledge of unique ingredients from global cuisines as a buyer and importer of specialty grocery goods. She worked as a freelance food writer, stylist, and recipe developer before she joined the team at Tasting Table in 2021, where she fully enjoys the opportunity to share her passion for all things culinary.
Education
Katie has an associate's degree in culinary arts from Scottsdale Culinary Institute and a bachelor's degree in journalism from New Mexico State University.
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 Katie Lenhardt
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Even a big seafood brand like Gorton's can't always get all the bones out, and the FDA says that's why the company has recalled packages of its fish fillets.
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Shuttering the doors of its Russian locations was a move that cost McDonald's $127 million last quarter -- and much of that was caused by unused food.
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Jose Cuervo understands the plight of the humble bartender and is willing to lend patrons a hand that stretches to the tip jar with their new promotion.
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Taco Bell is serving up fire fit for a queen, and it's not the kind that comes in a little sauce packet.
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Over 100 reports of major issues with Insignia air fryers and air fryer ovens have Best Buy recalling over 770,000 units. Find out details on the complaints.
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Free-range egg consumers are used to paying a higher price for eggs of higher quality, but they may have to accept eggs from indoor hens.
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The Economic Policy Institute is assessing the labor practices of companies with a new tracker that looks at compensation levels for employees and executives.
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There is a silver (or rather chocolate) lining, as one food commodity has been seeing a much slower increase in price compared to other foods.
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Edible glitter is popping up in dishes now more than ever, and it's important to learn some facts about this new glam-food trend before trying it yourself.
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If you're interested in enhancing the flavors in a salad, it's best to take this ingredient tip with a grain of salt.
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Trader Joe's List posted a photo of the 4 Cheese Pastry Rolls, saying that the cheese-filled treats will give chocolate croissants a run for their money.
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Eboni Majors claims she dealt with racial discrimination, unequal pay, and a hostile work environment behind the scenes at a Bulleit distillery in Kentucky.
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CNN invites viewers to join McCoy as he travels in the US and abroad in his new documentary series celebrating diversity and authenticity. Here are the details.
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Two Panera locations are testing out Miso's CookRight Coffee system but should employees be concerned? Here's what the new robotic coffee system could mean.
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Oversized bottles of wine aren't just for holiday festivities and bachelorette parties anymore.
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Loaded teas are said to have many nutritional benefits, but some contain artificial sweeteners and loads of caffeine. What else is behind this trend?
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March 31 marked the closure of San Francisco's Benkyodo, a beloved mochi shop that opened in 1906.
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A sweet and fluffy therapy dog from Ohio has been named the 2022 Cadbury Bunny. Here's how English Doodle Annie Rose was chosen to don the iconic bunny ears.
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Ramps feature a flavor combination of garlic, onion, and a hint of sweetness, making the springtime vegetable a favorite of chefs, foodies, and foragers alike.
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Consuming two to three cups of coffee per day is associated with lowered risk of heart disease and increased life longevity, among other things.
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Reports that Russian forces are now targeting Ukrainian food supplies and essential infrastructure could plunge Ukraine into a food crisis.
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During the pandemic, some ordering platforms haven't exactly operated on the up and up, and one is discovering that those practices may come with consequences.
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Dates, considered by many Muslims to be part of a "blessed prophetic diet," is consumed in many dishes year-round but especially during Ramadan. Here's why.
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In a recent announcement, Continental Mills, Inc. recalled a batch of its pancake and waffle mix being sold at Walmart and Kroger locations across the U.S.
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This two-time James Beard Award winner has a list of accolades for her work with the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities.
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Starbucks is trying to cut its carbon footprint in half by 2030 and is now testing a program to eliminate the waste caused by its iconic single-use cups.
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Costco implemented special shopping hours for members over 60, first responders, and healthcare workers that will remain in place until April 17, 2022.