Randi Gollin

Brooklyn

Writer at Freelance

Writer and editor interested in travel, food, fashion, wellness, design and culture.

Featured in: Favicon

msn.com

yahoo.com

marthastewart.com Favicon

americanexpress.com Favicon

issuu.com

washingtonpost.com Favicon

aol.com

flipboard.com Favicon

cntraveler.com Favicon

foodandwine.com + 3 more

Articles

Does European Butter Live Up to the Hype? Here’s What Pastry Chefs Say

2 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Randi Gollin

Photo: Getty / Synergee The mere mention of European butter sends our imaginations into overdrive, conjuring up images of pâte brisée, the French dough that puts apple pies and quiches over the top, and puff pastry delights, like cheese straws and Napoleons. What sets this iconic ingredient apart from the quotidian tub or stick in your fridge—and can it really go one better than American butter? Then there is European-style butter and European cultured butter—where do they fit in?
Does European Butter Live Up to the Hype? Here’s What Pastry Chefs Say

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Randi Gollin

The mere mention of European butter sends our imaginations into overdrive, conjuring up images of pâte brisée, the French dough that puts apple pies and quiches over the top, and puff pastry delights, like cheese straws and Napoleons. What sets this iconic ingredient apart from the quotidian tub or stick in your fridge—and can it really go one better than American butter? Then there is European-style butter and European cultured butter—where do they fit in?
10 Ways to Drink and Eat Matcha, From Tea Ceremonies to Lattes and Desserts

2 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Randi Gollin

Photo: Courtesy of Rishi Tea What is matcha, and why is it surfing such a wave of popularity? While America's love affair with Japanese foods and ingredients, from ramen and sushi to yuzu, has been an ongoing obsession, matcha is in a league of its own. This green tea phenomenon has become so widespread that demand can't always keep up with supply.
Pomegranate Molasses Is Sweet, Tart, and Versatile—Here’s How to Use It

2 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Randi Gollin

Photo: Getty / Liudmila Chernetska Like the wondrous Persian-born fruit it's derived from, pomegranate molasses is an ingredient with culinary superpowers. As for how to use pomegranate molasses, it's a game changer that goes the gamut, punching up appetizers, mains, desserts, and drinks, with each spoonful. To discover more about this versatile condiment, we turned to Middle Eastern cuisine experts, who shared their favorite applications, as well as tips for making your own.
How to Eat Tamarind, a Sweet-Tangy Ingredient You Should Always Have on Hand

3 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Randi Gollin

Photo: Getty / Liudmila Chernetska Tamarind is a beguiling tropical fruit shaped like a winged bean pod, which makes perfect sense when you consider that it's also a legume. (All will be explained below.) Its unique taste veers from sweet to sour, and also defies easy categorization. We caught up with a chef and a produce expert to better understand the different types of tamarind and how to enjoy it in sundry sweet and savory applications.
How to Eat Tamarind, a Sweet-Tangy Ingredient You Should Always Have on Hand

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Randi Gollin

Tamarind is a beguiling tropical fruit shaped like a winged bean pod, which makes perfect sense when you consider that it's also a legume. (All will be explained below.) Its unique taste veers from sweet to sour, and also defies easy categorization. We caught up with a chef and a produce expert to better understand the different types of tamarind and how to enjoy it in sundry sweet and savory applications.
How to Eat Rambutan, an Exotic Fruit that Brightens Both Sweet and Savory Dishes

4 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Randi Gollin

Photo: Getty / Karl Tapales How to eat rambutan, a small but mighty flavor powerhouse with a vibrant red, hairy exterior and plush white flesh? For starters, you could devour this exotic fruit by the handful (sans the rough shell)—but don't stop there. As with other tropical treats, from cherimoya to mangosteen, a wide world of culinary possibilities opens up once you dig deeper. We connected with produce experts to learn more about rambutan and its myriad sweet and savory applications.
The Difference Between Ghee and Butter—and When to Use Each

1 month ago | marthastewart.com | Randi Gollin

Photo: Ivannag82 / Getty Images From frying to baking, butter is a basic ingredient for many home cooks; for others, ghee is golden. When comparing ghee vs. butter, are there times when one product rules over the other? Both are endlessly versatile and delicious—and there's probably room in your repertoire for both of them. We connected with a chef and a nutritionist and picked up some pointers about when to use each, including how to make ghee at home.
How to Brew Tea According to Experts, From Choosing the Right Leaves to Steeping Correctly

1 month ago | marthastewart.com | Randi Gollin

Photo: Burcu Avsar Tea drinking may be as old as the hills, but it’s constantly evolving. The tea bag has been ubiquitous since the 1950s, but as new generations, notably Gen Z and millennials, acquire the habit, they are trading traditional tea bags for loose-leaf teas, artisanal blends, and fresh flavors. Learning how to brew tea the right way can elevate every cup. We spoke to tea experts and picked up pointers for enhancing the sipping ritual. Peter F.
How to Brew Tea According to Experts, From Choosing the Leaves to Steeping Correctly

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Randi Gollin

Tea drinking may be as old as the hills, but it’s constantly evolving. The tea bag has been ubiquitous since the 1950s, but as new generations, notably Gen Z and millennials, acquire the habit, they are trading traditional tea bags for loose-leaf teas, artisanal blends, and fresh flavors. Learning how to brew tea the right way can elevate every cup. We spoke to tea experts and picked up pointers for enhancing the sipping ritual.