Simone Gerber
Location
Los Angeles, California
School
Northwestern University
Expertise
Home Cooking, Mixology, Vegetarian Cuisine
- Simone has lived in some of the most famous culinary cities in the world, including Los Angeles, Florence, and Chicago.
- She loves chocolate and has spent three years total under various chocolatiers, learning everything there is to know about the craft.
- One of Simone's lifelong goals is to develop the perfect lemonade recipe.
Experience
Simone has written professionally for nearly a decade. Her pieces have been shared by Forbes, Entrepreneur, Buzzfeed, and more. She is a creative of many mediums, from screenplays to poetry, but her happy place has always resided in food and the many stories it has to tell.
Education
Simone has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Northwestern University.
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Stories By Simone Gerber
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Even when your cupboards are bare, there's usually a box of crackers hanging around for a snack. Find out how long they stay good and how best to store them.
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Asparagus goes bad quickly - so quickly that it might even be bad before you take it home from the grocery store. Here's how to avoid that pitfall.
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If you leave tortillas sitting on the shelf for long enough, you might not realize they have gone bad until you pull one out of the bag and find it rock hard.
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The key to maintaining the flavor and texture of your macarons is to prevent them from drying out. In order to keep moisture in, you want to keep air out.
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You've put a lot of hard work into making delicious pickled cauliflower; now let's make sure you know how long it will last so you don't waste any of it.
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Potato salad comes in a seemingly endless number of styles and variations but, no matter which route you take, red onions are always worth including.
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Lemon curd has a many uses, but be sure to get all of those uses in before it goes bad. With a relatively short shelf-life, you can make it last a bit longer.
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Smoothies are great for packing in a chunk of your five-a-day fruits and veggies. Try this alternative to nut butters if you want a thick and creamy slurp.
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An elegant wine isn't just a sales pitch by the liquor store or winery. Elegance is an actual term that wine aficionados use to describe a vintage.
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Filling and chewy, it's always a good idea to have some Korean rice cakes, aka tteok, on hand. But what's the best way to store them to keep them fresh?
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If you're preparing pasta and wondering what to add to your dish, you'd be remiss not to at least consider caramelized onions due to their flavor and texture.
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Not only does quick pickling save money and avoid food waste, but it also opens up a new world of tasty sides, condiments, and garnishes for your recipes.
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Chocolate truffles are a delicacy that might be too rich for many to enjoy all at once. If you do have leftovers, skip the freezer or fridge.
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The classic St. Patrick's Day favorite is usually cooked in large batches, which almost guarantees the need to preserve and store leftovers for a future meal.
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Bananas are different from egg whites, so if you are unfamiliar with making the swap, read on to learn the ideal methods to do so and the ratio you should use.
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There are many routes you can take to elevate your grilled cheese; but we would like to recommend one upgrade that is seen less often: Adding in some zucchini.
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For a blast of nostalgic sweetness, you can add Kool-Aid to liquor to create a simple cocktail. We recommend pairing bourbon with orange Kool-Aid especially.
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Despite the name, sourdough discard is best saved for other uses instead of being discarded. With a relatively short lifespan, be sure to use it quickly.
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If you're tired of spinach but still want to get your helping of greens, try turning to the under-appreciated turnip greens for a fun shake-up.
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Some pantry staples seem like they may never ever go bad, but almost everything has a finite shelf life, so how long can you hold on to dried corn kernels?
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Using canned navy beans to make your soup or stew creamier may not be the first method you think of, but this is quick, easy, and effective.
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If you're a fan of bourbon but want to put a new twist on a classic, try infusing the smoky spirit with sweet peaches for a delicious drink or cocktail base.
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While many dedicated coffee lovers usually don't love instant coffee, it's a great item to have on hand in the pantry and here's how long it will last.
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While corned beef is still in a sealed can, it does not need to be refrigerated as long as it is kept in a cool, dry space. There, it will last for years.
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A whiskey sour doesn't need anything extra for it to shine - but sometimes it's fun to add ingredients anyway, whether to excite your palate or wow your guests.
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There are lots of different versions of queso dip and it's a recipe particularly ready for customization, so give this caramelized onion tip a try.
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Purim is a lively celebration that often features drinking, though it is not mandatory. Here are the ins and outs of drinking during Purim festivities.