Madison Patterson
School
Kent State University
Expertise
Vegetarian Cooking, New York City Fine Dining, Travel Writing
- Madison has worked in fine dining since moving to New York in 2022, witnessing first-hand the power of a good meal.
- Having been a (fairly) faithful vegetarian since her college roommate converted her in 2018, she is a devoted seeker and sourcer of plant-based cuisine.
- From Paris to Cairo to Athens, Madison has traveled extensively, always in search of the brightest vegetarian cooking a locale has to offer.
Experience
Madison covers all aspects of the culture spectrum in her professional writing career. She has served as an editorial intern, junior copy editor, and contributing writer for fashion media brand Mission Media, where she explored the cross-sections of style, craft, and social issues. Recently, Madison has also been a movie and TV features writer for Collider, and she currently works as an editorial assistant for Adventure Media and Events. Since joining the team at farm-to-table restaurant Blue Hill, located in New York City's West Village, Madison has fostered a love for fine dining, food writing, and the many facets of restaurant life.
Education
Madison holds a degree in journalism from Kent State University.
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Stories By Madison Patterson
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Desserts and cocktails are a one-two punch, but it takes some consideration to match the flavors. A certified sommelier dishes how to match sweets and spirits.
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Avocado oil has all kinds of virtues, from a high smoke point to beneficial fats that boost heart health. We present some of the best foods to cook with it.
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Rum cocktails are uniquely delicious, and the world has taken notice. We're here to celebrate 15 delicious rum drinks from all around the globe.
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If you are in the Las Vegas area on Taco Tuesday or any other day of the week, these are the absolute tastiest spots to get your Sin City taco fix.
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If you find yourself anywhere near the city of sin with a hankering for a slice or whole pie, try these spots for great Las Vegas pizza, on and off the Strip.
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Whether you like to use a ricer for your mashed potatoes or grate your own flaky latkes, the tools you use make all the difference to cook potatoes.
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In the world of cocktail garnishes, cherries and onions both play essential roles. We're covering how each became popular, and when you should use each of them.
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Ice cream. It's a favorite sweet treat, but have you ever thought about topping it with contrasting flavors? These savory finishes can elevate your experience.