Cassie Womack
Expertise
Baking, Cocktails, Food Anthropology
- Cassie enjoys crafting elaborate cocktails for friends and family, whether she's mixing creative concoctions or perfecting old standards.
- An experienced baker, she's down to tackle any project, from vegan croissants to tiramisu.
- Growing up, Cassie volunteered at a local county fair, where she helped judge canning and baked goods.
Experience
Cassie learned to cook by shadowing her mother and grandmother in the kitchen. After graduating college, she began her writing career as a copywriter for a cookware company. There, she wrote blog posts, how-tos, and chef profiles — and realized her affinity for food writing. She's gone on to pursue a career as a freelance food writer and corporate copywriter. Cassie keeps her refrigerator's dedicated "butter drawer" fully stocked with a wide selection, ready to be turned into an emergency batch of cookies or gougeres at a moment's notice.
Education
Cassie graduated from Knox College in 2019, where she majored in Creative Writing and minored in Anthropology. During her time at Knox, she wrote for the college's newspaper and literary magazine.
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Stories By Cassie Womack
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Mary Berry is pretty inventive when it comes to how to rest her roast turkey and keep it warm. Find out her unusual tip, and what other top chefs advise, too.
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Dive into the delicious world of beignets: From Parisian Pastries to New Orleans delights, uncover the origins and unique dough of these irresistible treats!
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A new California law bans harmful a number of food additives, which raises questions about U.S. food safety standards and may trigger nationwide reform.
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Sustainable seafood with Eric Ripert: From Michelin stars to ocean conservation, check out his first spot for shopping ethically and supporting good practices.
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Sesame oil has a unique and luxurious taste, but did you know this can be accomplished at home? Here's an easy way to make your own sesame oil at home.
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Hot pepper and cayenne may seem interchangeable, but a closer look at each spice reveals why you can't assume they're perfect substitutes for each other.
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Come with us on a linguistic journey about vanilla – From "plain" to "pure," we work to unravel the history and evolution of a commonly flavorful term.
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Too much Halloween candy? Check out these charities, or get creative and try to think of places that could use donations in your own community.
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Penne is a classic, reliable pasta shape to go with, but how does one choose between its many variations? Don't worry -- we've demystified the options for you.
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Scores of social media tequila lovers are using unexpected tools like milk frothers to enhance flavors and unlock new dimensions of smoothness and richness.
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BurgerFi has definitely hit some rough patches over the years. But the company's new CEO has ideas on how to turn things around.
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No longer do you have to deny your meat cravings or overfill your freezer because you're cooking for one. Just buy these longer lasting meat options instead.
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Who doesn't love clean ice to munch on after finishing a beverage? If you have a portable ice maker, you will want to know the simple way to keep it clean.
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Raised and cake donuts each have their own unique characteristics and a dedicated fan base. Try the two types for yourself and see where you stand!
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Though it may seem like a minor decision, the right mixing bowl will certainly affect your baking experience. We've demystified the options to help you pick.
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Apparently eating like royalty sometimes involves consuming a lot of smoothie bowls because Smoothie King made a king's ransom from that offering.
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If you find yourself gobbling down entire bags of chips, it's not just a matter of willpower. Crunchy sounds have a significant effect on our enjoyment of food.
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Whole Foods Market Organic Salad Kit Recall: Undeclared Allergens Raise Safety Concerns. Learn More about the Incident and Necessary Actions.
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Improve your cocktail game by bringing cookie cutters into the mix. See how these simple baking tools can can make garnishing your sea breeze, a breeze.
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McDonald's franchisors and franchisees have joined forces to fight the new California Assembly Bill 1228, or the Fast-Food Franchisor Responsibility Act.
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Unlocking the mystery behind why one butter is pricier than another. See the reasons behind the cost difference and when to which in your cooking and baking.
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TikTok chef Poppy O'Toole reveals her easy microwave method for clarifying butter, raising its smoke point and unlocking new culinary possibilities.
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Consider why items are on the menu. Understanding which items are best made at home can level up your experience and provide you with more bang for your buck.
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Cracker Barrel sparks controversy in conservative circles with its public support for the LGBTQ+ community, posting a rainbow rocking chair on socials.
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Damarr Brown, Chef de Cuisine at Chicago's Virtue restaurant, took home the 2023 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards Emerging Chef of the Year.
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Find out the simple secret to thicker, smoother drinks with enhanced flavors and velvety textures that are perfect for entertaining and summertime sipping.
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Unveil the fragrant allure and tantalizing history of the Queen Anne's pocket melon - a forgotten fruit on a quest for a flavorful resurgence.