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Location
New York, NY
School
Indiana University
Expertise
Fast Food, Bodega Fare, Bottom-Shelf co*cktails, Midwestern Cuisine
- Amy provided salsafication at a former iconic dining establishment known as Chi-Chi's.
- Amy has successfully juggled several food and beverage magazine subscriptions at one time.
- Amy has researched the co*cktail, beer, and wine industry from barstools throughout New York City.
Experience
Amy has covered the bar and restaurant scene recreationally and professionally for some time. She has written for Thrillist, Oyster, Spoiled NYC, and Short and Sweet NYC. Amy has extensive knowledge of American cuisine garnered by years of consuming commercials. Ever since those catchy cereal commercials in the '80s, she was hooked.
Education
Amy has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Indiana University.
Mashed Editorial Policies
Mashed’s industry-leading coverage is created by qualified and experienced writers, and is reviewed and fact-checked by our editorial team to ensure everything is accurate and timely. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information.
Our mission is to inform and engage our readers, telling them things they need to know, things they want to know, and things they didn't know they wanted to know about food. We strive to always provide a well-rounded reading experience, whether that’s the news of the day or a new original recipe you can try making at home. In an effort to provide the most comprehensive, current, and accurate content, our editorial team constantly reviews and updates articles as necessary. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Amy Hamblen
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Facts
The Difference Between Pizza And Pasta Sauce Is In The Cooking
Are pizza and pasta sauce interchangeable? There's actually a key difference between how each is prepared that makes them suitable for specific dishes.
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Facts
You Can Thank José Andrés For The Accurate Paella Emoji
Chef José Andrés was very invested in the world having access to a paella emoji. The chef also needed it to be accurate.
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The Wax Paper Trick To Effortlessly Re-Cork Open Wine Bottles
Wine stoppers can be useful kitchen gadgets to reseal a bottle of wine, but a piece of wax paper wrapped around the cork can work in a pinch. Here's how.
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Television
Mugaritz' Game Meat Macarons Come With Their Own Dramatic Trailer
It turns out that there is so much that can be done with macarons in the savory realm, and one chef took the opportunity to elevate them to cinematic levels.
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Television
The Kristen Kish Recipe Marcus Samuelsson Is Constantly Cooking
Marcus Samuelsson could easily draw from his own recipes when he wants to whip something up. But he isn't shy about giving other cookbook authors some props.
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Facts
Here's What Makes Deep Dish And Stuffed Pizza Different
Deep dish and stuffed varieties of pizza look deeply delicious and capable of stuffing you. So what makes them different form each other?
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Restaurants
The Head Chef Of Cheesecake Factory's Asian Spin-Off Beat Bobby Flay
Beat Bobby Flay at his own game isn't exactly a piece of cake. But for one chef, it might have been a piece of cheesecake.
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Tips
Flash Freezing Soft Cheese Will Fix Your Crumbling Problem
Luckily, when it comes to making the perfect crumbles from blue cheese, feta, or chevre, your freezer may just help you prevent a total smear campaign.
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Kitchen
Your Baked Potatoes Are Begging For Pork Floss
While bacon may already be fairly well-known in the potato garnish game, pork floss might not be getting the tater-topping cred it deserves.
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Facts
The Spicy History Of Andy Capp's Fries
Andy Capp had an interesting existence. In fact, people were reading about him in the newspaper long before they saw his image on snack bags at 7-Eleven.
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Facts
The Reason Chicken Leg Quarters Are Generally Cheaper Than Other Cuts
Chicken leg quarters have desirous characteristics like flavor and versatility. So, what makes these chicken parts so affordable?
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Kitchen
The Alternative Cooking Method For Even Chicken-Fried Steak
If taking a big bite out of a crispy-skinned piece of chicken-fried steak covered in white gravy sounds tempting, there's a tip that may come in handy
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Kitchen
Acclaimed Restaurant Critic Soleil Ho Puts These Chips In Their Sandwich
Soleil Ho has covered a lot of ground when it comes to writing about food. They have also covered the inside of sandwiches with a certain kind of chip.
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Kitchen
The Bread Slice Hack To Save Your Air Fryer From Excess Grease
What if there was a trick to prevent your air fryer from getting so greasy in the first place? Best of all, it uses an ingredient you may already have at home.
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Kitchen
The Bread Slice Trick For Taking The Bitterness Out Of Asparagus
If you love asparagus but want to make the bitter flavor a bit milder, you should try this German trick that uses a bread slice during boiling.
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Restaurants
The Most Expensive Krispy Kreme Donut In NYC Is Pretty On Brand
Krispy Kreme fans looking to shell out some dough for an opulent, themed doughnut can make it happen in Manhattan.
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Kitchen
The Clever Way Jacques Pépin Makes Use Of Leftover Cheese
One person's leftovers can be a Jacques Pépin recipe in the making. And if you find yourself with leftover cheese, Pépin has a solution.
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Kitchen
This French Hangover Cure May Surprise You
Searching for an effective hangover cure might sound pretty relatable after a big night out. It turns out France has a secret weapon for combatting hangovers.
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Grocery
Reddit Is Wholeheartedly In Love With Aldi's Ice Cream
One Redditor just discovered the ice cream from Aldi and when they excitedly shared about it online, other fans of the grocer's frozen dessert chimed in.
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Facts
José Andrés Is Heartbroken Over The Way Charles Barkley Eats Steak
Celebrated chef and humanitarian José Andrés does not think sportscaster and former basketball player Charles Barkley eats his steak correctly.
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Facts
The Rare Medieval Salami Celebrities Are Going Ham For
Italy has been producing a salami for quite some time that can boast a hefty price tag, and it's even found a fanbase in the world of celebrities.
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Kitchen
TikTok's Ultimate Stove Top Trick For Perfectly Reheated Pizza
There are a lot of different ways to get leftover pizza warm again. The stovetop method is a hot topic on TikTok.
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Facts
Black Chickpeas Are The Ingredient You Should Be Adding To All Your Salads
Chickpeas are a healthy and hearty ingredient to add to many dishes. But have you heard of or tried black chickpeas? They are a great salad addition.
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Facts
'Emily In Paris' Star Opens Up A Luxury London Dive Bar
If you love "Emily in Paris" then we have some news for you. One of your favorite stars of the show has opened up a luxury dive bar in London.
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Facts
The Detroit Sauce You've Probably Never Heard Of
When it comes to dressing up a juicy steak in a yummy sauce, preferences tend to vary. One particular sauce, though, may be preferred by residents of Michigan.
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Kitchen
The Luxury Ice Cream You Need To Try At Least Once In Your Lifetime
Eating luxury ice cream doesn't have to mean dropping lots of cash. One taffy-textured option is reasonably priced, unless you count the cost of a plane ticket.
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Kitchen
Stop Wasting Your Mushroom Stems
Much like a mushroom after its stem has been removed, when it comes to including mushroom stems in your cooking, the possibilities are bottomless.
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