Alicia Hahn
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Alicia Hahn excels at eating and enjoys writing, crosswords, and cooking (preferably with cheese). Originally from San Francisco, she moved to Boston for school and fell in love with the city (despite an annual campaign against winter). Her favorite place to be is the farmers’ market, where she finds weird and exciting ingredients to make or break her next meal.

chicken pot pie grilled cheese

When Grilled Cheese Isn’t Grilled Cheese


Grilled cheese is delicious in its original form, but it’s even better when it pretends to be other foods

pizza from Pennsylvania

New York and Chicago Aren’t the Only Regional Pizza Styles


You’ve already tried New York- and Chicago-style pizzas, but what about these lesser known regional pies?

emoji characters

Where is the Cheese Emoji?


With the newest additions to the emoji library, many are left wondering why “empty document” is added before a cheesy wedge

Slice cheese from the middle

You’ve Been Cutting Cake (And Cheese?) Wrong


If you won’t be eating that wheel of cheese in one sitting, watch this how-to video to keep cheese at its peak freshness

cheeseburger with pimento cheese sauce

The Cheesiest Sauces and Spreads for Your Burger


Sliced cheeses are always great on a juicy burger, but kick your grilling game up a notch with flavorful, cheesy sauces and spreads for your next barbecue

melted cheese on toast

Conquer the Great Outdoors (And Bring the Cheese)


Who says you can’t bring cheese camping?

Where to Get Boston’s Best Cheese Plates


Whether you’re a native or just visiting, we’ve compiled all the top spots to find the best cheese plates in Boston

blue cheese crumbles

We’ve Got the Blues


Learn how the surprisingly diverse blue cheese gets its signature color (and more)

burrata with fresh tomatoes

Creamy Burrata


The photogenic cheese, stuffed with a creamy filling, is an easy way to make a statement at your next meal

husk cherry tart

Husk Cherry Fruit Tart


This tart is a show-stopping way to use in season husk cherries. A chocolate layer preserves the crisp crust, while rich custard balances the fresh fruit

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