David Kaplan
School
University Of Arizona, Institute Of Culinary Education
Experience
David first gained experience in the culinary world via work as a dining room manager and opening team member at Hill Country Barbecue Market in 2013. In 2014, he worked as the assistant general manager at Tipsy Parson. In 2015, he began work as a freelance recipe contributor for Domino Media Group. In 2018, he joined Daily Meal as a recipe editor.
Education
David earned his bachelor's degree in business administration and finance from the University of Arizona in 2012. In 2018, he completed culinary arts and chef training at the Institute of Culinary Education.
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Stories By David Kaplan
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From pan frying to even microwaving, hot dogs are so versatile that they can be prepared in many different ways, even if you don't have a grill.
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Make a quick and simple dinner using ingredients straight from your freezer with these 20 great recipes.
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Although Walmart may not be the first place that pops into your head when planning out your weekly grocery shopping list, it’s an incredibly valuable resource to use
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August not only brings some serious heatwaves to many parts of the country, but is also one of the most delicious and abundant times for produce to grow
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From butternut squash soup to chicken pot pie and even pumpkin risotto, here are 50 fall recipes we can’t wait to make.
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From butternut squash soup to chicken pot pie and even pumpkin risotto, here are 50 fall recipes we can’t wait to make.
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The Pom Pom Swimming Pool cocktail is a super easy cocktail to make and perfect for day drinking by the water!
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This drink is sure to be a hit, whether you’re hosting a party or just hanging out by the pool with family and friends
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This drink is sure to be a hit, whether you’re hosting a party or just hanging out by the pool with family and friends
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This drink is sure to be a hit, whether you’re hosting a party or just hanging out by the pool with family and friends
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Because we love it so much, we have tested and perfected a version of Chipotle’s Chipotle-Honey Vinaigrette that’s easy enough for any home cook to prepare and rivals the original.
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Although Walmart may not be the first place that pops into your head when planning out your weekly grocery shopping list, it’s an incredibly valuable resource to use.
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There’s nothing more comforting than a tasty roast chicken. Chef Daniel diStefano of Made Nice shares the popular New York City eatery’s recipe so you can wow your family and friends by making it at home
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Whether it’s called a banh mi, a Rueben, or a po'boy, every cuisine and culture has its own version of this school lunchtime favorite. This simple food is always comforting and so versatile that it will never go out of style
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We have thoughtfully curated five recipes that are ideal for cooking right now and will make sure you are eating what’s currently the most in season.
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This is a little riff on one of my favorite tiki classics, the El Diablo. We're punching up the smoke with the mezcal. The smoke marries with the ginger and the light fruitiness of the cassis nicely
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What exactly makes an heirloom tomato an heirloom? Since heirloom tomatoes aren’t manipulated like other species in their family, they grow in unique shapes, colors, and most importantly flavors.
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Whether you are one of the thousands of people who scored a killer deal on this slow cooker or an Instant Pot veteran, we are here to share some of our favorite recipes to whip up using this incredible product.
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From old-school red-sauce joints in Chicago that have been operating the same way for decades to new and hip restaurants in New York City that roll their lasagna rather layering it, there are plenty of places to find great lasagna in the U.S.
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From old-school red-sauce joints in Chicago that have been operating the same way for decades to new and hip restaurants in New York City that roll their lasagna rather layering it, there are plenty of places to find great lasagna in the U.S.
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The beauty in barbecue is simplicity. Good quality meat and fire does most of the hard work in this old-school way of cooking, but a good dry rub is the foundation to all great smoked meats.
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While some people may have their opinions on the rest of the food that McDonald’s offers, it’s hard to dislike their perfectly seasoned and cooked spuds
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While some people have mixed opinions on the rest of the food that McDonald’s offers, it’s hard to dislike their perfectly seasoned and cooked spuds
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Do you love a good bloody mary, but never them at home? Junoon restaurant’s bar director shows us how to create an Indian-spiced bloody mary
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Do you love margaritas, but never make them at home? Junoon restaurant’s bar director shows us how to spice up this South Asian-influenced margarita
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Junoon restaurant’s bar director shows us how to spice up this drink with mezcal, jalapeño, curry leaf, and turmeric.
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Do you love lasagna but never make it at home because it’s such an involved process and takes so long? By using a slow cooker, our Instant Pot lasagna recipe gives you a restaurant-quality version of this dish in under an hour and a half.