Danielle Turner
School
L'academie De Cuisine, Howard University
Expertise
Culinary Skills, Cooking Tips & Tricks, Home Cooking
- Danielle was the food stylist for Seasons 1 & 2 of the PBS cooking show "Pati's Mexican Table."
- As a cooking instructor, she has taught more than 8,000 students in more than 800 cooking classes.
- Danielle was the private cooking coach for three contestants on Food Network's "Chopped Junior."
Experience
Danielle is a professionally trained chef whose superpower is making cooking simple. She owned a thriving personal chef service for more than 15 years, preparing restaurant-quality meals in the comfort of her clients' homes. She has taught professional and recreational cooking classes at numerous venues in the Washington, DC area. Her food styling experience includes national television shows and segments, satellite media tours, live cooking events and demonstrations, and cookbooks, including "Made With Love: The Meals on Wheels Family Cookbook." Danielle has penned articles for The MICHELIN guide website, the Food Network Holiday Survival Guide, the Food Network Summer Grilling Guide, DC Metro Plus Magazine, and DailyMeal.com.
Education
Danielle majored in broadcast journalism at Howard University and attended the professional culinary career training program at L'academie de Cuisine, the premier culinary school in the Washington, DC area prior to its closing in 2017.
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Stories By Danielle Turner
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Boozy butter can be a fun way to spice up your weekly meals. Here are some of the biggest mistakes people make when creating it, and how to avoid them.
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Braising may have existed for 300,000 years, but plenty of home cooks have yet to master this cooking technique. Here are nine essential tips for braising.
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Blackstone griddles are a game changing kitchen tool, but there are tips and tricks to get the most from them. We talked to an expert to learn a few of them.
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Heavenly mousse is an amazing treat when it's prepared properly, but making mistakes in the process is all too easy. Check out our tips for flubs to avoid.
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Cutting boards are a must-have for every kitchen. Here are some vital tips for using and maintaining your cutting boards in your kitchen so they last.
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Baking sheets are versatile and handy in a kitchen environment, but are you making these mistakes that would compromise their longevity and performance?
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It's easy to get caught up in a cycle of eating the same thing week after week, so mix it up with some purple sweet potatoes. Let's learn all about them.
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Dutch ovens aren't just for cooking beef stews. From cleaning advice to cooking tips, here's how to make the most of these brilliant all-purpose pots.
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In a country with some of the best cheese in the world, Formai de Mut stands out. We interview an expert to learn about this amazing Italian cheese.
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Looking to enjoy some excellent steak in Washington D.C.? Then check out our local expert's picks for the 13 best steakhouses in the nation's capital.
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Craving roast beef but short on time? Consider popping it in an air fryer for a fast, convenient weekday dinner. Read on for all the tips.
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Baked potatoes and butter are a delicious combination. But there's more to the world of butter than just the sweet cream variety in your fridge.
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Caramel is the sticky sweet we all love, but it's notoriously tricky to make. Check out these tips for whipping up delicious caramel without the hassle.
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Knowing how to make béchamel sauce is a kitchen must for aspiring home cooks. These tips can ensure that the final outcome of your sauce is smooth and tasty.
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Wisconsin's own award-winning Cupola cheese is an entirely new type of creamy delight that's an ideal pairing for myriad dishes and tipples.
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Kitchen sponges can contain huge colonies of nasty microbes, each of them eager to make you sick. Foil their nefarious plans with these cleaning tips.
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White wine is so much more than a delicious drink - it has a variety of cooking uses and is sure to be an ingredient you consider for your next meal.
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Sweet and aromatic, roasted garlic is amazing. To make the perfect roasted garlic, we have a list of the best tips from temperatures to cooking time.
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If you're sick of hard-boiling eggs that end up overcooked and difficult to peel, consider steaming eggs instead. These simple suggestions make it easy.
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There's nothing like a roast chicken with delicious roast potatoes. But did you know there are actually a ton of ingredients that are best when roasted?
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Precision is what sets sous vide apart from other cooking techniques. Here's how to master sous vide cooking eggs, and what pitfalls to avoid in the process.
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Slow cookers make getting a meal on the table a total breeze. Here are some key tips for making some delicious homemade soup in your own slow cooker.
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Perfecting the art of sautéing is a surefire way to elevate your cooking. You can make every sauté a success by avoiding these mistakes people make.
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Cooking with quail eggs is a surefire way to level up your cooking. These are the absolutely essential tips for cooking quail eggs in your kitchen.