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4 weeks ago | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
Baseball season is upon us, and I, for one, am looking forward to the hopeful optimism and the return to routine that comes with another 162-game season. It’s grounding, it’s steady — and it calls for snacks. Stateside Opening Day for Major League Baseball is Thursday, and many teams will be unveiling new cheesy, saucy, fried and frozen treats in an effort to push the envelope and one-up the competition.
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1 month ago | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
This column comes from the Eat Voraciously newsletter. to get one weeknight dinner recipe, tips for substitutions, techniques and more in your inbox Monday through Thursday. It has been a week. Does anyone else feel as if they’re experiencing perpetual whiplash? In the news, at the office, at home, on the road, in the air, everywhere all at once. It’s overwhelming, and it feels impossible to pull away or tune out the noise.
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2 months ago | 
washingtonpost.com | Shelley Clark |Matthew Brooks
Many Americans still imagine rural areas as bastions of traditional families. That's no longer the case. Shelley Clark is James McGill professor of sociology at McGill University. Matthew M. Brooks is an assistant professor of sociology at Florida State University.
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2 months ago | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
Last year’s Super Bowl drew an estimated 123.7 million television viewers, according to Nielsen, making it the most-watched game in history. Sunday’s Super Bowl LIX broadcast should be just as popular, but for the many millions without a rooting interest in the Kansas City Chiefs’ dynastic aspirations or the Philadelphia Eagles’ run to redemption, the main event will play out on a coffee table rather than the football field.
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
washingtonpost.com | Aaron Hutcherson |Becky Krystal |Matthew Brooks |Daniela Galarza
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Nov 13, 2024 | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
Democracy Dies in DarknessBy Matt BrooksOrange cups filled with mashed sweet potatoes offer a retro, customizable and festive side that lends itself to make-ahead preparation. The fresh citrus mixed into the creamy sweet potatoes adds brightness to rich holiday spreads, and the orange cups provide a kid-friendly individual serving that can be topped with a pecan streusel, mini marshmallows or served as is.
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Aug 8, 2024 | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
Halloumi Salad With Almond Crunch and Tahini Dressing. See recipe link below. (Rey Lopez for The Washington Post; food styling by Lisa Cherkasky for The Washington Post )By Matt BrooksAugust 8, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. EDTHave you ever fallen out of love with a favorite food because you ate it too frequently? Many years ago, middle school Matt spent these kinds of sweltering summer afternoons at the pool with friends, swimming, playing and collecting quarters to cash in for treats at the snack bar.
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
Democracy Dies in DarknessBy Matt BrooksSeared halloumi stars in this crunchy, Mediterranean-inspired salad that’s a riff on a menu item at Tatte Bakery & Cafe. Crunchy greens form the base, and the combination of carrots, apple and radishes brings sweet and peppery balance. Caramelized clusters of sliced almonds and sesame seeds deliver substantial crunch, while a rich and tangy tahini vinaigrette ties it all together.
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Feb 6, 2024 | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
Even the most ardent football fans are wise to the true highlight of Super Bowl Sunday. This year’s game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers might actually go down to the wire, a few of the dozens of multimillion-dollar commercials might actually make you chuckle, and the halftime show might not be a total disappointment. But deep down, we all know that the best thing about the Super Bowl is the food.
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Feb 6, 2024 | 
washingtonpost.com | Matthew Brooks
There’s nothing quite like a big bowl of homemade dip to coax people to gather ’round at a party. How many times have you found yourself subconsciously tethered to a counter or coffee table because you just need one more crunchy, salty chip topped with cheesy dip? Never ask what’s for dinner again. Get one quick recipe in your inbox Monday through Thursday to inspire delicious meals.
