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Lindsay Parrill

Lindsay Parrill

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Author/Co-Author of 512 articles

Lindsay is a graduate of California Culinary Academy, Le Cordon Bleu, San Francisco, from where she holds a degree in Culinary Arts. Her favorite passions are food and creative writing, and loves to combine these two pursuits by writing about everything food and drink. She has over a decade of food writing experience, including several articles and restaurant reviews in the San Francisco Chronicle’s Food and Wine section. She is also trained in the art of food styling and photography, which she has mingled with her part-time job as a photographer.

When Lindsay isn’t developing new recipes, devouring the latest cookbooks, and writing about all things culinary arts, she is busy trying to coax her children into eating anything but macaroni and cheese.

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lobster tails on grill

The carnivore’s guide to grilling bold, meaty seafood

Grilling seafood isn’t about going light — it’s about going bold. Learn how swordfish, tuna, and shrimp can match any steak with the right heat, seasoning, and sides.
lemonade with condensed milk and lime. Two glasses with a drink, served with citrus slices and mint

The frozen drink of the summer is going out with a bang: Whipped lemonade

Tart, creamy, frosty, with just the right amount of indulgence, whipped lemonade is basically sunshine in a glass and the perfect summertime treat.
Refreshing rum daiquiri

The daiquiri deserves better — and here’s why I still believe in it

The original daiquiri was far simpler and more sophisticated than the frozen monstrosity it's become. It's time to bring it back.
View looking out from Inside oven as man cooks oven-baked salmon

My secret to reheating salmon so it tastes as good as fresh

Reheat salmon the right way with these expert-approved tips. Keep your fish moist, flavorful, and tender — no more rubbery leftovers.
steak sizzling on a fire grill dinner

The four secrets to cooking the perfect steak at home

Learn how to cook a perfect steak at home by mastering four essential elements: salt, fat, heat, and smoke. These tips elevate any cut into a steakhouse-worthy masterpiece.
Homemade potatoes and trout fish with herbs and butter

Why grilling trout brings back the best summer memories — and tips to do it right

Learn how to clean and grill fresh trout with step-by-step tips, side ideas, and wine pairings. Perfect for summer meals and fishing trip memories.
A glass of wine in front of the Blue Mountains of Washington

Confused by wine labels? How to decode dry, sweet, and everything in between

Understanding where a wine falls on the sweetness spectrum is the secret to finding bottles you’ll actually want to drink.
Whiskey decanter and grapes

Wine for whiskey lovers: Bold bottles with serious backbone

This is how to think about wine through a whiskey lens whether you're a bourbon devotee, a Scotch purist, or a rye renegade.
Man grilling

Your grill isn’t hot enough (and it’s ruining your steak)

With the right fuel, a few smart upgrades, and a little know-how, you can crank up the heat and bring the steakhouse magic home.
man cooking with wine

Leftover wine is your kitchen’s secret weapon — here’s how to use it

Whether it’s red, white, or rosé, a splash of leftover wine always finds a way to make itself useful. These are my favorite ways to use up that extra splash or two. 
Two people toasting with cocktails

This common pantry ingredient is the secret to better cocktails

Jam works especially well in shaken cocktails where you’d typically use simple syrup or fruit juice. It dissolves beautifully when shaken with spirits, citrus, and ice, creating a drink that’s both balanced and lush.
Different raw steak cuts

You’re probably trimming off the best part of the steak

It’s time to stop trimming off the best part of your steak — and start understanding why beef fat deserves a little reverence.
A glass of Frozen Berry Margarita beside a bowl of berries on a circular tray.

The booziest way to cool down this summer: Wine slushies for grownups

There’s one drink that hits that elusive sweet spot between refreshing, boozy, and just plain fun — the wine slushie
Sangría con vino y frutas para refrescar en verano

Tinto de Verano: The red wine spritzer that’s cooler than sangria

The tinto de verano is Spain’s lesser-known, laid-back cousin of sangria — and frankly, the cooler one.
Strawberry Margarita cocktail, front view

5 frozen cocktail tips that will instantly level up your summer sipping

If you've been looking to up your frozen cocktail game, here are five must-know tips for making icy drinks that will be the star of every summertime barbecue this year.
Champagne flutes

When it comes to Champagne, what does the word “Brut” actually mean?

Whether you’re a brut loyalist or prefer your Champagne to be softer and sweeter, knowing the differences between brut, extra dry, sec, demi-sec, and doux puts you one step closer to popping the perfect bottle.
Grilled juicy marinated angus beef flank steak on wooden board. Finished juicy medium rare meat is resting before it is cut and sliced.

Looking for a perfect sear on your steak? This surprising pantry item is the secret

You might already know that cornstarch is the secret behind many fried favorites like ultra-crispy tofu or that irresistible crunch on fried chicken. The same principle applies to steak.
Salmon closeup

Would you eat salmon made in a lab? It’s already on restaurant menus

This exciting new food, cultivated from real fish cells, completely eliminates the need to raise or catch live animals, and is making its way from science fiction into high-end kitchens like Kann, one of Portland's hottest restaurants.
Iced coffee

Cloud Coffee is the latest TikTok trend that’s actually worth the hype

Learn all about TikTok's new coffee craze and how to make this deliciously simple drink
Sliced jalapenos

Meet the Spicy Sauvy B: Your new favorite summer wine cocktail

The Spicy Sauvy B is the hottest drink of the summer, and it only has two ingredients.
Steak cooking on flat top

The best oil for searing steak (and what not to use)

If you've ever inadvertently over-charred a steak or set off the smoke alarm in your kitchen, the oil you used in your recipe may be to blame.
Glasses of different kinds of wine

Bubbly? Full bodied and red? Zesty and white? Your favorite wine types, explained

Wine can be broken down into roughly nine categories. Here, we'll take a minute to break down those categories, explain what they mean, and more.
Raw salmon on plate

How to cook salmon: A complete beginner’s guide

This multi-talented little beauty shines in just about any preparation, be it baked, broiled, steamed, poached, seared, or grilled.
Steak on a cutting board

How to cook steak: Your guide to the 6 best methods

No matter what your favorite steak-cooking method, there's something for everyone, and more than a few ways to get absolutely delicious results every time.
Cutting board with steaks

The 10 best steak cuts to buy (and how to cook them)

Finding the perfect cut of steak can make you anxious. Thankfully, you and your wallet can rest easy with The Manual's guide to the best steak cuts.
Fish fillets, chicken meat, and red meat on top of distressed white cutting boards along with nuts, cheese, dairy, and eggs

The best foods for muscle growth, according to a doctor

Muscle building requires proteins, carbs, and healthy fats. Combined with a good strength-building routine, these foods will work for optimal muscle growth.
Slicing prosciutto

How to make prosciutto at home: A step-by-step guide

If you've ever wanted to make your own prosciutto at home, you've come to the right place. With a little time and patience, it's possible.
Man holding belly fat

How to lose belly fat: Eating these 10 foods more often will help a lot

Of course, we can make healthy choices in our diets, but which foods will help that stubborn belly fat, specifically? We've got the answers.
People drinking wine together

Try some of the best non-alcoholic wines on the market this Dry January

Whether you're choosing to cut down on alcohol yourself, or simply would like to have a more inclusive bar cart, these are our favorite nonalcoholic wines.
grilled and sliced tri tip steak

I grew up on tri-tip — here’s why sous vide is now my go-to method

Tri-tip is one of the more flavorful cuts of beef, but it isn't necessarily known for being the most tender, which is why it's perfect for cooking sous vide.
Person tossing steak salad

How to turn leftover steak into a delicious meal

If you ever find yourself with leftover steak, try some of these different ways to prepare and enjoy it.
Thanksgiving dinner

Thanksgiving dinner hacks to make your life a whole lot easier

Any tips or tricks for alleviating some of that turkey day stress are always tremendously helpful. These are our favorites.
Hot brown organic turkey gravy in a boat

The secret to perfect Thanksgiving gravy: A simple trick for rich flavor

With a few tips and tricks, you can master the art of Thanksgiving turkey gravy. Learn how to flavor this favorite condiment and create a delicious result.
Beef bourguignon

The top beef cuts for braising: Elevate your cooking game

We all have our favorite steaks for grilling, but which cuts do better with a little time and a lot of love? These are our favorite beef cuts for braising.
Small coffee cup and saucer

Salt in coffee? Here’s why you should give it a try

Salt is notorious for adding flavor to food, but when added to coffee, it does so much more than that. Here's what to know about adding salt in coffee.
A warm cup of coffee and spoon on a saucer with coffee beans

Learn how to grind coffee beans without a grinder — it’s not as hard as you think

Who says you need a coffee bean grinder to enjoy your favorite whole bean coffee? Learn how to grind coffee beans without a grinder.
Cold brew ice coffee

How to make cold brew coffee (plus, our 5 favorite grounds for cold brew)

If you're unaware, real cold brew is made using an entirely different method than hot coffee. Here's how to make cold brew coffee.
Group toasting with wine glasses

The best tailgate drink isn’t beer — it’s wine

These are our top five tailgating wines and the traditional tailgating foods they're perfect with.
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou wine collection

This $35K wine collection is the most luxe gift for the wine lover in your life

This is the perfect gift for the oenophile in your life. That is, if you don't mind spending a mere 35 grand.
Red wine in front of skyline

These are the most expensive cities in the world to buy wine

New research indicates that most of the world's most expensive cities for wine are right here in the United States.
Hands toasting with Champagne

Prosecco vs. Champagne: The difference is about more than just location

Let's take a look at all of the ways these two beautiful sparkling wines are different and why they should be respected in their own right. 
Lambrusco wine being poured into a glass

Lambrusco: It’s time to get to know this unique wine

While it's true that Labrusco hasn't always been a wine to be taken seriously, it's time to put that idea to rest.
Steak levels of doneness

Steak doneness: How to get steak temperature right

Which is the perfect temperature that keeps the steak warm in the center, while maintaining its tender, juicy, savory, natural beefy flavor?
Corks spilling out of wine glass

What is cork taint (and what does it do to your wine)?

What is cork taint, and how can you tell if your wine has been compromised?
Red wine being poured into a glass

Grenache wine: A complete guide to the best wine you don’t know much about

Grenache is arguably one of the most impeccable wines on the market while simultaneously having one of the most understated reputations.
Martini glasses

The best martini glasses: Level up your home bar

What makes a good martini glass, and which set is right for you? These are our top picks.
Filet mignon

Tenderloin vs filet mignon: The difference between these luxury steak cuts, explained

All of your beef tenderloin and filet mignon questions, answered.
Wine, cheese and grapes spread

Chianti wine: Everything you want to know about this charming drink

What is it about this charmingly classic wine that makes it so famous?
Slow cooked beef brisket on the grill grates of a smoker barbecue, in a cooking background

How to trim brisket in 5 easy steps

Just as the process of smoking a brisket isn't for the faint of heart, neither is trimming it. But oh, will your efforts be rewarded. 
Meater meat thermometer

You can now get MEATER’s new Pro XL meat thermometer, and it’s well worth the investment

If you've been holding off on buying this essential part of any kitchen tool collection, now is the time to strike.