Interviews - Mashed

Helena Nichols

The Office's Brian Baumgartner Wants You To Make The Best BBQ Of Your Life - Exclusive Interview

We spoke with Brian Baumgartner about his new book, "Seriously Good Barbecue." He talked about his cross-country barbecue journey and shared barbecue tips.

Amber Winston

The 12 Best Ways To Upgrade Chicken Salad Like A Pro

We consulted with several experts in the food industry who offered up their favorite tips to help elevate your basic chicken salad recipe to new heights.

Helena Nichols

Priya Krishna Talks About The Generational Divide In The New Season Of MasterChef - Exclusive Interview

We spoke with Priya Krishna about the differences in how generations cook and why she thinks a Millennial will take home the "MasterChef: Generations" trophy.

Emily Monaco

11 Chef-Approved Tips To Upgrade Your Lobster Dinner

Lobster dinner is already pretty great, but following these chef-approved tips can make this deluxe meal become all the more delicious and impressive.

Erica Andrews

Damaris Phillips Explains Her Approach To Judging Summer Baking Championship - Exclusive Interview

We spoke to "Summer Baking Championship" judge Damaris Phillips about why she believes it's important to be direct when giving feedback on competition shows.

Helena Nichols

Aarón Sánchez Says These Are The Foods He Likes To Cook At Home - Exclusive Interview

Mashed talked with Aarón Sánchez about "MasterChef: Generations" and learned some of the cooking wisdom that has been passed down through his family.

Lauren Corona

Mistakes Everyone Makes With Vodka

Know when to use a cheap bottle vs. the top-shelf stuff? We spoke to a vodka brand founder, a cocktail expert, and a food blogger about cooking with vodka.

Jaimie Mackey

Paul Hollywood Tells Us His Favorite American Baked Goods (And The One He Hates) - Exclusive Interview

In an exclusive interview, Paul Hollywood let us in on the American treats he adores - and the bake that would guarantee a competitor a Hollywood Handshake.

Robyn Song

MasterChef Junior Season 9 Winner Bryson McGlynn Says What He Really Thinks About Gordon Ramsay - Exclusive

Mashed caught up with MasterChef Junior season 9 champion to hear about his experiences on the show and what it was like working with Gordon Ramsay.

Emily Monaco

14 Foods Chefs Agree Are Better Undercooked

Overcooked foods can ruin almost any dish. We asked several experts to pass along tips for cooking -- and in this case, undercooking -- for the best results.

Carlie Hoke

Why Cowboy Steak Is One Of The Best Cuts You Can Buy, According To A Butcher

A cowboy steak is one of the best cuts of beef you can buy. With help from expert butchers, we'll tell you everything you need to know about a cowboy steak.

Brandon Rich

MeatEater Steven Rinella Says These Are The Tools You Actually Need For Your Outdoor Grill — Exclusive Interview

In an exclusive interview, Steven Rinella shared some of his tips for stocking an outdoor grill station, as well as how to begin working with wild game meats.

Robyn Song

Bobby Flay Tells Us His Best Tips For Upping Your Grilling Game – Exclusive Interview

Inspired by the new Pepsi Lime and Pepsi Peach, Bobby Flay can't wait to show us how to incorporate soda into your cookout plans this season.

Crawford Smith

Duff Goldman's Secrets For The Ultimate Monkey Bread - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Mashed, celebrity chef Duff Goldman shares his secrets for the perfect monkey bread: tender raisins and browned butter.

Nikelle Murphy

Beef Experts Claim Chuck Eye Steak Deserves More Credit

Chuck eye steak is often forgotten, but this beef cut can yield serious flavor. We spoke with experts to get the lowdown on why this steak deserves more credit.

Josie Addison

10 Chef-Approved Ways To Upgrade Your Fish Taco Game

Fish tacos are a staple summer lunch food, but there are so many creative ways to elevate them to the next level. Here are tips from some fish taco experts.

DB Kelly

A Salad Chef Reveals What To Know Before Buying Another Pre-Packaged Salad

Bagged salads may seem straightforward, but there's more to learn about this convenience food. We spoke with a salad chef to get real insider information.

Holly Riddle

The Dos And Don'ts Of Hydrating With Sports Drinks

Sports drinks are a popular way to hydrate, but they're not perfect for everything. We spoke with nutrition experts to get important sports drink dos and don'ts

Erica Andrews

The Underrated Pantry Item That Valerie Bertinelli Thinks You Should Try - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Mashed, celebrity chef Valerie Bertinelli shares her favorite underused pantry item: Morton's Nature's Season salt blend.

DB Kelly

Canned Tuna Myths Exposed By Fish Experts

Canned tuna is an accessible way to eat fish, but there are many myths swirling around this food. We spoke to experts to get the real truth about canned tuna.

Helena Nichols

The Underrated Cuts Of Meat Ben Ford Wants You To Eat - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Mashed, chef Ben Ford shares the underrated cuts of meat he loves to cook as well as some tips on the best way to prepare them.

Lily McElveen

13 Cake Myths Debunked

Baking a cake is always a great way to celebrate any occasion, but it's not always as easy as it seems. Let's take a look at some common cake myths.

Sophia Blush

9 Ways To Upgrade Canned Beans

For a quick and affordable meal, Chefs Yumna Jawad, Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack, and Sarah Hill have great ideas to liven up your can of beans.

Lauren Corona

15 Types Of Chili Peppers And How To Use Them To Spice Up Your Cooking

Five experts -- chefs, food bloggers, spice brand owners, and cookbook authors -- share their favorite types of chili peppers and how to use them.

Jaylen Heady

TikToker Thug Loaf Transforms Bread Into Iconic Album Covers – Exclusive

In this Mashed exclusive, internet baking phenomenon Iain Ross (aka Thug Loaf) reveals the secrets behind his incredible bread loaf album covers.

Crawford Smith

Why Duff Goldman Loves Häagen-Dazs Coffee Ice Cream - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Mashed, chef Duff Goldman explained why creamy, velvety, rich Häagen-Dazs coffee ice cream is his favorite coffee dessert.

Catherine Brookes

13 Ways To Upgrade Your Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

You might think that you can't make chocolate chip cookies any better. Try upgrading this classic treat by adding different ingredients or techniques.