Articles written by Bettina Makalintal
Bettina Makalintal is culture's former editorial assistant. With a background in the food industry and as a bike mechanic, she can often be found biking in search of new donut shops.
Your Ultimate Guide to Yogurt
Globally inspired makers breathe new life into the American yogurt scene. Here’s what you need to know about all those new yogurt styles.
3 Cheeses That Look Like Manchego But Aren’t
These look-alikes will keep your Manchego-addicted palate just as satisfied.
The Definitive Guide to Vegetarian Cheese
Rich and satisfying, cheese easily rivals carnivorous options. But if you think cheese is automatically the vegetarian alternative, think again.
The Peach Cheese Plate
Mary Mayer of Georgia’s Cheeses & Mary shares her picks for a summery spread on this peach cheese plate.
You Need to Try This Humboldt Fog Ice Cream
With roots in Portland, Oregon, Salt & Straw is reimagining the ice cream shop. You’ll find the standbys—from old-fashioned vanilla to brownie-loaded chocolate—at the company’s 15 West Coast locations. But they’re nestled alongside new school takes: cold brew dashed with cacao nibs; strawberry with balsamic and a crack of black pepper; or chocolate chip cookie […]
In Season: Cherries
Cherries and cheese go together like champs; the hint of sour cuts through rich, salty cheeses, yet doesn’t overpower milder picks.
Voicings: Ashley Christensen
The Raleigh-based chef has six restaurants under her belt including a fried chicken joint, Beasley’s Chicken and Honey, and a burger spot called Chuck’s.
The Best Smoked Cheeses to Eat Right Now
From soft and spreadable to hard and snackable, these are our picks for the smoked cheeses you need this summer.
In Queso You Missed It May 20th
Good morning, cheese lovers! Before you get to grocery shopping and meal prepping on this springy Sunday, take some time to chow down on the cheesiest news. Productivity can wait; there’s MDMA-spiked brie, pizza delivery by plane, cheese-topped bananas, and more to catch up on. Here’s what you may have missed this week: In London, […]
