Anna Staropoli
Expertise
Sicilian Food, Family Recipes, Italian Desserts
- Anna has interviewed top culinary figures, from up-and-coming Florentine chefs to famous food personalities, including Alton Brown.
- In 2019, Anna moved to Palermo, Sicily, and dove into the island's cuisine. She's mastered the art of making — and eating — street food, from riceballs to panelle, and knows that the best way to engage with local culture is through its cuisine.
- As a freelance writer, Anna has been featured in Atlas Obscura, Commercial Observer, America Domani, Hipcamp, New York Observer, Matador Network, The Italy Edit, Italy Segreta, Live in Italy, Tuscan Trends, Magenta Florence, and La Repubblica, among others.
Experience
As a reporter, Anna Staropoli has written all about travel, food, and wine, as well as commercial real estate, ESG, and climate change. These topics may seem all-encompassing, but they intersect more often than not; she's sat down with Miami's mayor in Buenos Aires, Argentina to discuss South Florida's flood resilience and shadowed puppeteers in Palermo, Sicily to explore the adaptability of their art.
Education
Anna graduated from Dartmouth College in 2019 with a degree in English, creative writing, and geography. She's been writing about her favorite places ever since.
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Stories By Anna Staropoli
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Making Bolognese requires a certain level of precision - that's why Giada de Laurentiis' tip is a game-changer. Not to mention, it saves quite some time!
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Giada De Laurentiis' trick has nothing to do with what goes into a lasagna recipe but everything to do with how, and in what, that lasagna gets cooked.
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Everyone knows that fruit and alcohol pair well together, but some fruits are more popular than others. Try a fig cocktail for a special burst of fruity flavor.
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Alton Brown, who agrees with the adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, has this tip for evenly cooked over-easy eggs every time.
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Tropical cocktails are delicious, but they are often complicated. Luckily, there's a simpler way to achieve the same effect - and you only need two ingredients.
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If you've ever been conflicted about which coffee-based cocktail to order, try an Irish coffee martini. The drink merges the best of both classic drinks.
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If you want to add some crunch to your favorite breakfast staples like pancakes or waffles, try swapping out the standard toppings for macadamia nuts.
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By infusing an easy-to-make simple syrup with your favorite herbs, fruits, or spices, you can create a completely new spin on the classic whiskey sour.
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Arrabbiata is similar to a typical tomato sauce but with a spicy kick. This slight shift in flavor could necessitate a shift in its pasta pairing as well.
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Sometimes, we overcomplicate things when it comes to spirits. But with whiskey, it's pretty straightforward. So, what temperature should you be drinking it at?
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Milkshakes can be a blend of just ice cream and milk, but to make your drink even more exciting with added texture, include ice cubes in the mix.
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When it comes to the best grocery stores in the country, Wegmans consistently makes the cut. But where can you find the grocery store near you?
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Sticking to a vegan diet doesn't mean you have to leave sweet, frosted cupcakes behind. With vegan butter and milk alternatives, the same taste is within reach.
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Although rolling pins may seem like a one-size-fits-all tool, they actually come in a bunch of shapes and sizes (and can impact the structure of your pastry).
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When making black and white cookies, Ina Garten doesn't rely on any fancy gadgets when applying the glaze. Her tool of choice is the humble spoon.
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In her recipe for herb-roasted fish, the Barefoot Contessa Ina Garten maximizes flavor, wrapping her fish and its accompanying ingredients in parchment paper.
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If you're looking to make your lamb all the more tender, French chef Jacques Pépin recommends using one, specific part of the animal
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A Manhattan is an always alluring mix of vermouth and rye whiskey, but if you combine sweet and dry vermouth in your cocktail, the results are even better.
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Gordon Ramsay may be renowned for his expertise with meats, but his recipe for vegan bacon using rice paper is legit.
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When it comes to pie crusts, for instance, French rolling pins are your best bet -- thanks in no small part to their ease of use and the control they provide.
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To achieve the beans' trademark taste and texture, take your cue from chef Giada De Laurentiis, who pairs baked beans with a few tablespoons of molasses.
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If you're looking for a versatile ingredient for dinnertime, look no further than fennel. The vegetable, however, requires some finesse when cutting.
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We love a reliable buttercream frosting, but sometimes it's nice to spice things up. Sweet, rich, and dark, molasses is the perfect sugar stand-in for the job.
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Gordon Ramsay's twist on breakfast involves using brioche. It's a slightly sweet option that provides the perfect vehicle for your next egg sandwich.
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Pump up your pumpernickel loaves by adding fennel seeds for a crunch and licorice-like flavor - a delightful bread upgrade is just a tip of the spice jar away!
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Using milk or cream doesn't have to be an either/or situation when making custard. Combining them unlocks new textures and flavors to play with.
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If you're all out of heavy cream or just looking for a sweeter replacement, use Cool Whip, which brings lightness alongside the added sweetness.