Maria Scinto

Milwaukee

News and Features Writer at Static Media

I'm only going to talk to Frankie, as usual.

Articles

What Is The Most Consumed Beverage In The World?

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

If you had to guess, what drink would you say is the most popular drink in the world? Would it be coffee? Everyone needs their daily caffeine jolt, after all. Would you say beer? It's been around since the ancient Egyptians and sales don't seem to have slipped much since then. Could it be Coke? After ditching the cocaine it once contained, this soda's gone on to conquer the world. Surprise, the beverage on everyone's lips (and down their throats) is water.
The Canned Soup You Should Be Adding To Mac And Cheese - The Takeout

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

There are all kinds of ways to jazz up your macaroni and cheese since, let's be honest, it usually needs some kind of flavor boost. Our list of chef-recommended upgrades for mac and cheese includes lemon pepper, lobster, mustard, pimentos, and more. One of the easiest ways to add extra flavor, however, is to incorporate it directly into the recipe — which can be easily done with canned cream of mushroom soup.
The Simple Technique Chinese Restaurants Use To Tenderize Shrimp - The Takeout

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

One of the cooking terms that gets thrown around a lot these days is "velveting," which is a preparation technique used for meat as well as for shrimp and other types of seafood. Many people understand it to mean coating the meat in baking soda or cornstarch, while others see it as a marinating technique that makes for extra-tender stir-fries. Michael Schukar, a chef with Toku Modern Asian Cuisine, gave a different description.
Starbucks' 4 New Summer Frappuccino Flavors All Feature A Foamy Top

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

When Starbucks released its summer menu a few weeks ago, I, for one, was pretty disappointed. Okay, the Summer-Berry Refreshers sound pretty good (they're all about the boba, according to our 2024 review), but they're essentially a retread. And the new Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso is inspired by an iconic Mexican beverage, which is fun, but there are no new Frappuccinos. Well, that is until Starbucks actually did a late drop of all-new summer 2025 fraps, and ...
Sweeten Up Your Scrambled Eggs With One Unexpected Beverage - The Takeout

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

Scrambled eggs make the perfect blank canvas. On their own, they don't taste like much, but stir in some spices, herbs, cheese, or what have you, and they effortlessly take on the additional flavors. You needn't stick to the tried-and-true, however — eggs are so neutral they work well with a wide variety of ingredients. Even something as unexpected as orange juice can go into your eggs.
The Overlooked Cut Of Meat Jamie Oliver Loves To Cook - The Takeout

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

Jamie Oliver has long since stopped calling himself the Naked Chef (you might see how that could be misinterpreted), but this fully-clothed cook is still very much involved in the food business. One of the tips he's recently shared online is how to cook a perfect steak. In his veteran opinion, it all starts with his favorite cut: the flat iron.
You're 3 Ingredients Away From Simple Yet Tasty Greek Yogurt Bagels

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

Bagels have always seemed like a real pain to make — the yeast dough, the boiling, oy. In my mind, it was something best left to the professionals, and by professionals, I mean Lender's. (Don't judge, I grew up eating frozen bagels, and still love them.) It turns out there's an easier way to make bagels, however. So easy, in fact, that you really only need three ingredients. As you've probably guessed, one of the ingredients required is Greek yogurt.
Add Extra Flavor To Your Hot Dogs This Summer With An Old-School Trick - The Takeout

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

Is a hot dog a sandwich? The world may never have a definitive answer, but if you take the wiener out of the bun, one thing you can say for sure is that a hot dog is a sausage. That means they make the perfect neutrally flavored base for a DIY version of a classic gas station snack.
The Unique Dinner Eleanor Roosevelt Served Every Sunday At The White House

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

Both Eleanor Roosevelt and her husband Franklin (POTUS #32, if anyone's counting), grew up very wealthy, so you'd think they'd have developed a taste for living high on the hog. While it seems FDR did, in fact, hanker after champagne and caviar, his spouse really wasn't all that interested in food.
The Surefire Way To Pick A Sweet Watermelon Using Just Your Eyes

1 week ago | thetakeout.com | Maria Scinto

Can you really pick out the best watermelon at the grocery store using only your eyes? What kind of magic trick is this? Okay, to be perfectly honest, you'll probably need to use your hands, too, but they won't be employed to poke, prod, or otherwise get involved in the judging process. They'll just be needed to roll the melon into position, if necessary, as well as to transport it to your shopping cart when done.