Talin Vartanian
Location
Los Angeles, California
School
University Of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Northern Illinois University
Expertise
Acting, Cooking, Photography
- Talin wrote a viral marketing piece for a famous entrepreneur who specializes in SEO.
- She has written and self-published a poetry book that ranked #1 on Amazon for a few weeks.
- Talin previously wote podcast reviews for Vurbl.com.
Experience
Talin is a copywriter who has seven years of professional experience. She got her start by writing hiking-related blog posts for a travel website, then branched out into writing computer hardware and software guides. Throughout her career, she has written hundreds of articles, blog posts, and trivia quizzes for popular websites like neilpatel.com, howstuffworks.com, and maketecheasier.com, as well as product descriptions for Amazon and Walmart. Her strong interest in the culinary arts has led her to Tasting Table.
Education
Talin studied applied mathematics at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for one year and at Northern Illinois University. She double-majored in mathematics and performing arts before dropping out to pursue acting in California.
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Stories By Talin Vartanian
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The Midwest is known for its unique comfort food -- and Portesi cheese fries are no exception. Here are the Midwestern "cheese fries" that aren't fries at all.
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While it's important for mac and cheese to be creamy, adding more cream doesn't produce the best result. Here's why too much cream can ruin your mac and cheese.
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Poke bowls are a delicious and colorful export from Hawaii, and are now enjoyed all over the world. Here's why you should use cold fish to make poke bowls.
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This holiday drink from Starbucks boasts a red color from a surprising culprit, strawberries. Here's where you can find the merry beverage internationally.
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Move over pumpkin spice lattes -- Starbucks Europe has its own seasonal drinks, and one is made just for stroopwafle lovers. Here's the caramel waffle latte.
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If you know a thing or two about the cuisine in Northeastern China, then you've likely heard of basi digua. Learn what "pull-silk" sweet potatoes are all about.
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Explore the rich mixture of herbal, spicy, sweet, and mumi flavors in delicious khua kling gai.
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Duck tongue is just one of those things you've got the moxie to try or don't. But if you're in an adventurous mood, sample this Cantonese delicacy.
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No matter if you want sweet, spicy, or smoky salsa, be sure you use different kinds of peppers for a flavorful appetizer to dunk your chips in.
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Coconut oil is a popular shortening substitution used for all kinds of recipes, but before you reach for the ingredient, you'll want to keep something in mind.
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Mishaps may occur when chopping herbs, and it happens to even the best home cooks. If you don't want bruised herbs, just follow this technique.
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If you love roasted pumpkin seeds, you'll want to choose a pumpkin that will yield the most seeds possible. This pro tip will make the selection process easier.
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A thicker glaze on a baked ham can make all the difference for your next dinner party. Here's the best cooking method to guarantee the perfect shine.
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Choosing a pumpkin for cooking is not the same as picking one for carving. This is the important step to follow when picking out pumpkins for cooking.
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It's not difficult to make a dish creamier, but enhancing it with certain seasonings and spices involves another skillset. Here's an umami-packed powder to use.
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Comfort meets seafood with a bowl of shrimp tortellini containing shrimp, stuffed pasta, and sauce. But here's a tip to save time when cooking this dish.
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The cacao fruit is how we get cocoa beans, which is what chocolate is made of. But does the fruit taste anything like the final product we are used to?
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There are tons of pressure cooker hacks out there, and one of our favorite ones is utilizing the vessel as a smoker. Here's how to use it to smoke meat.
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Oranges shouldn't be picked from the tree until they're ripe, so if you see unripe oranges at the store, it's best to refrain from purchasing them. Here's why.
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Whipping up rice bowls at home is relatively easy, but as with any dish, the potential for mistakes is there. Here's one of the major 'don'ts' of rice bowls.
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Even the best-looking potstickers may have some hidden air pockets inside. We'll tell you why this is a major mishap, as well as how to avoid it.
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Okra is not exactly something that most people swoon over with the slimy surprise on the inside. But here's a cooking method that could win over okra haters.
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A salad is more than just a simple bowl of greens with veggies on top. There's so much room for creativity, especially when utilizing the charring method.
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One international Starbucks drink has paid homage to a classic American treat -- and it's one that may bring back a few childhood memories.
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We're not talking about simply sprinkling the seasoning packet over crushed, dried noodles and calling that a 'snack mix.' There's another way to level up.
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Some like the foam crema that sits on top of a fresh cup of espresso, but here's why you should consider removing it or mixing it into the beverage instead.
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Before placing the ribs in the oven, be sure to follow this important step to speed up the cooking process.