Tom Maxwell
School
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Expertise
Southern American Cuisine, Food History, Home Cooking
- Tom has worked for three James Beard Award-winning restaurants across the country.
- He won Al Jazeera America's vaguely prestigious "World Cup of Food" competition in 2014, refereed by renowned food and drink writer Rosie Schaap.
- Tom's "A Really Strange and Wonderful Time: The Chapel Hill Music Scene 1989-1999" will be published by Hachette in 2024.
Experience
Tom began writing professionally at the tail end of a successful music career. He has contributed to The Oxford American, The Bitter Southerner, Longreads, and AARP. While writing a piece for North Carolina's Indy Week, Tom coined the term "historic locovorism" when encouraging a local chef to resurrect the classic Chatham Rabbit dish. Tom is also the co-creator of Shelved, an upcoming Audible music podcast produced by Gunpowder & Sky.
Education
Tom has a bachelor's degree in communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Stories By Tom Maxwell
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Upon the UN's funds shortage, Haiti's food insecurity is progressively increasing. Here are the events that have led to the country's unfortunate state.
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With a name that sounds just as fancy as they look, duchess potatoes are well worth the extra effort. Here's how you can make them as a beautiful side dish.
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What's the secret for making soft roti? Let the dough rest to relax the gluten, and you can give even this simplest of breads its highest expression.
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When it comes to perfectly grilled fish, patience and prep go a long way. Here's what an expert recommends you keep in mind for your future filets.
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Overbaking a cake may sound like a dry disaster, but that's not the case for one that is gluten-free. Here's how this step can actually help its texture.
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Krispy Kreme is more of the giving than receiving type, which is why for its b-day on July 14th, you can get a box of dozen Original Glazed for just 86 cents.
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Between the many types of bread rolls out there, potato ones stand out for their taste and texture. Here's what makes them a favorite all over the world.
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Canned green beans are a basic food that can be easily boosted in flavor with this single ingredient. Here's how to enhance your meal in one simple step.
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If you make a chivito, be prepared for the sandwich, that is as central to Uruguayans' identity as the hamburger is to Americans, to be a meal unto itself.
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A cut best enjoyed medium rare, we have the best method of ensuring that you get that perfect crusted exterior and tender pink center on your skirt steak.
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Several food delivery companies are suing the city of New York for minimum pay rules in the coming week. Here's why these establishments are taking a stand.
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There is no better accompaniment to tender, smoky barbecued meats than creamy, tangy crunchy coleslaw. However, slaw and coleslaw are separate dishes.
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Canning is a sure fired way to preserve those home grown veggies, but it can be a bit daunting for first timers.
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Those of you with a gluten allergy or intolerance should know that Van's International Foods has issued an urgent recall of their Gluten-Free Original Waffles.
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There are many types of potatoes available for cooking, but only a few should be considered to use in a chunky soup.
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Buttery cookies are a crowd favorite that can be elevated by one simple ingredient. Here's how this spice can complement your batch of desserts.
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The shank cut of lamb and leg of lamb have their own merit in the culinary world, and knowing their differences is essential. Here is what makes each unique.
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Don't just reheat your leftover mashed potatoes. Try making them into delicious potato croquettes, and adding ingredients like ham or even diced jalapeños.
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Nimbu Pani is hugely popular in South Asia as a healthy and refreshing way to beat the heat. It's the ultimate thirst-quenching drink you need to know about.
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Britain has been the target of "drinkflation," which has resulted in watered-down brews. Here's what led breweries to make cuts on its offerings.
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There are three essential types of meats that make up a muffuletta sandwich, blending together with the briny dressing to make a tasty picnic snack.
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If you're reheating mashed potatoes, here's the trusty tactic to keep reheated mashed potatoes moist.
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While making big batches of frozen foods is a convenient step in the kitchen, don't make this mistake to forfeit all your effort. Here is how you can avoid it.
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If you're looking for a new condiment to add to your repertoire, look no further than this versatile and delicious Filipino dipping sauce called sawsawan.
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If you're ready to fire up the grill this summer, we recommend making a traditional Serbian flatbread to go along with your delicious Serbian burgers.
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If you've never heard of it before, that's a shame, because thick soy sauce is delicious, umami-packed, and well worth discussing. Here's what sets it apart.
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It's always a treat to find a restaurant putting their stamp on a classic. In this case it's mashed potatoes and Makar's Gourmet Mash Bar does not disappoint!