September Grace Mahino
Location
Manila, Philippines
School
Ateneo De Manila University
Expertise
Food History And Culture, Profiles On Food Industry Personalities, Food And Beverage Trends
- September has interviewed notable chefs and restauranteurs in her home country and a couple of international ones, such as Hugh Mangum and Gaggan Anand.
- Her most favorite food-writing experience was covering the then-rising trend of American-style barbecue restaurants opening in Manila and how it would fare against the local way of cooking and serving the dish.
- She also enjoys discovering kitchen hacks that improve her limited skills but generally prefers to eat food prepared by people who know what they're doing.
Experience
September is a writer and editor based in Manila, Philippines, with 20-plus years of editorial experience. Over the course of her career, she has worked in TV production, PR, and publishing. Her most favorite assignments incorporate writing about travel, food, and culture. Her bylines have appeared in the Philippine Star, F&B Report, Northern Living, Southern Living, and the South China Morning Post.
Education
September has bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies from the Ateneo de Manila University, where she was also a merit scholar.
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Stories By September Grace Mahino
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Rotisserie chicken is the perfect easy dinner for folks on the go. It's important to store leftovers separate from the bag it's sold in.
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If you've made extra soup, chances are you've frozen it for further use. There are, however, several elements to consider before thawing and reheating.
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Why does garlic turn green? Or blue, even? And is it still safe to eat? The secret lies in a chemical reaction, often when you cook it slowly or with onions.
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Want to bring a little pizzazz to your tomato sauce? Need a little extra oomph? You might be surprised to learn that fresh ginger is the perfect spice.
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If you are looking for a way to easily and quickly peel your garlic cloves, look no further than this rubber glove trick from Jamie Oliver.
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Grilling season is for more than just savory meats as grilled veggies are the perfect accompaniment. Here's the tip you need to know when charring vegetables.
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Fragrant tropical guava come in many different varieties, but all require similar storage. Next time you're at the store, why not pop a couple in your basket.
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While they may look similar, French ovens and Dutch ovens have a major difference that affects how they're used in cooking and how you should care for them.
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In some countries like Lebanon, breakfast is a highly valued part of the day. To be blunt, it's hard to beat a traditional Lebanese breakfast.
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Yakitori is traditionally a grilled chicken dish that has a rich and fascinating history, starting with its ban during the Edo period in Japan.
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The Filipino dish chicken adobo can be kept in the fridge for up to five days. Here's what gives it its longevity, along with some similar dishes.
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Cooked wontons are best eaten as soon as possible, but to store leftover ones, you must remove them from the broth so they don't become waterlogged and mushy.
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Caramelized chicken may seem like a fancy dish best prepared at restaurants, but you already have the one main condiment at home you need to make the glaze.
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It's important to know the differences between baking and snacking chocolate if you want your cookies to come out right.
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Black beans and kidney beans are both popular legumes for a reason. But they are not always interchangeable in recipes! Here are the differences, explained.
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Tasting Table asked Jenn Segal from Once Upon a Chef for tips on how to marinade seafood the way chefs do. Here's what we found out.
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If you find yourself in Sweden, you'll probably experience a smorgasbord of breakfast options. From sandwiches to fermented buttermilk, here's what to expect.
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Throwing a little kimchi into your fried rice turns it from an accompanying dish to the main event. Be sure to get the temperature right or it'll burn.
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From sweet to savory, there's a traditional Cuban breakfast option to suit everyone craving a little Latin American flavor.
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A New England dish, red flannel hash is a hearty plate that uses leftover corned beef and potatoes from a St. Patrick's Day celebration, with beets added in.
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Spam is sometimes thought of as a bit of a mystery meat, but it doesn't have to be. Here's what Spam is made of, how it's made, and where it's popular.
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Known for possessing a heat that tingles the mouth, mapo tofu has built a reputation as one of the most popular Sichuan dishes.
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When working with raw, fresh ingredients, it's best to know when those ingredients are in season and plan your meals and shopping accordingly.
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Stir-fries are a delicious way to combine veggies, protein, and sauce. Elevate your stir-fry by throwing in canned tuna in place of the usual chicken or beef!
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You might be surprised to learn that there are hundreds of varieties of oranges - and Florida grows most of them. But these are the four most popular types.
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There's a surprising variety of onions used in cooking and they all have unique uses. Here's the difference between pearl onions and spring onions, explained.
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Julia Child's method for making super-soft scrambled eggs starts with low and slow cooking, but she finishes them off with an unexpected addition, too.