Chase Shustack
Location
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
School
Misericordia University
Expertise
American Cuisine, Wine, Restaurants
- Chase has written for his college newspaper doing culinary reviews around the campus, finding the best "hidden gems" across Pennsylvania's Back Mountain.
- Chase's work as a food writer has encouraged him to try a variety of different restaurants across America, from butter burgers in Wisconsin to authentic New York pizza.
- Chase has a love of ethnic Eastern European foods— pierogis, kielbasa, boilo— and has made it his mission to master cooking them.
Experience
Ever since joining Static Media in 2021, Chase has been committed to bringing readers relatable, interesting topics in a way that they can understand. A firm believer in speaking plainly to his readers, Chase seeks to educate and entertain readers on a wide variety of subjects, whether it's strange facts about popular food or the secrets of fast-food giants. He believes that the best restaurants are those that are sometimes overshadows by the public eye.
Education
Chase has a degree in Professional Studies from Misericordia University.
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Stories By Chase Shustack
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Many have distinct opinions of what Red Bull tastes like. However, initially, the energy drink flavor was intended to taste a little different.
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Even if this style is your preference -- or how you cook it at home -- you won't find al dente pasta at Olive Garden. Don't even try to order it. Here's why.
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State fairs are the home of unique food - usually fried. Someone at the Texas State Fair is credited with creating perhaps the most unique fried food.
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Have you ever poured a glass of water from the tap and noticed it tastes different than filtered water? What about distilled? What makes their tastes differ?
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This year's "Fan Favorites" survey includes a brand-new category: "TikTok Made Me Buy It." The winner was social media darling: Friendly Farms cottage cheese.
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If you're one to have a sweet tooth, you'll be eager to try a cotton candy soda next time you visit McDonald's. After all, it's simple to make.
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Coca-Cola launched OK Soda in 1993 and it fizzled out quickly. What happened? Well, a grunge-era, indifference-driven marketing campaign certainly didn't help.
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A brand new dessert item is gracing the Popeyes menu, along with the return of the Big Box combo meal. Read on to see how long they're around for.
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Rocky Road ice cream is a classic, but its origins and its flavor are often still topics of debate. Here, we break down the cold, hard, and delicious facts.
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The Keurig revolutionized single serving coffee for households. But this caffeinated appliance comes with an expensive price tag. What makes them so expensive?
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Eating M&M’s with chopsticks is a very unique skill, but it’s one that might land you a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records if you can do it fast enough.
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Not all fondues are alike. The secret to a fabulous fondue is selecting the right cheese, or cheeses. Here are some great options to consider.
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It's time to take dunking Oreos in milk to the next level. Dunk them in milk and pop them in the freezer. Soon, they'll taste like cookies and cream ice cream.
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Though their bright red color might indicate a recognizable flavor, Swedish Fish actually have a more obscure fruit to thank for their flavor inspiration.
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There's a reason why most people describe Gatorade by its color -- it's because the flavors are hard to discern. Luckily we know what Cool Blue tastes like.
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With inflation hurting our wallets, making your food dollars stretch is vital. There are things you can do to get more out of that crusty maple syrup bottle.
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There are a few ways to cook bacon to your liking. Aside from grilling, baking, and microwaving, air-frying bacon is now popular. But there are some downsides.
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We're guessing you've probably never really thought about this before, but pretzel salt looks vastly different from other kinds of salt. Here's why.
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Burgers at Five Guys are consistently tender and moist on the outside and well-done yet juicy on the inside. Here's the three-step process Five Guys uses.
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Despite being a successful brand for over a century, there's still a good deal of mystery surrounding the actual flavor of Juicy Fruit gum. Here's what's known.
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Chicken and waffles is a dish that satisfies most tastes. The flavor is elevated with a little spice. Try adding hot sauce to the batter rather than the top.
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Smokers can be expensive and take up space, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get smoked meat using your gas grill and some standard kitchen supplies. Here’s how.
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Are gnats starting to take over your kitchen? If you have an old bottle of wine or beer handy, you can use it to make an all-natural trap to keep the flies down
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There's a great hack for cooking up the juiciest grilled sausages, and it involves poaching them before putting them on the grill. Here's what you need to know.
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Grimace is making the comeback of the century, but that begs the question, is anyone making a comeback with him? Grimace actually comes from a big family!
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Only two people can officially share a Costco membership - and the warehouse chain isn't messing around when it comes to reinforcing that policy.
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Dairy Queen is one popular ice cream shop across America. So why won't you find that many of them in Los Angeles? Here's everything you need to know.