Elias Nash
School
University Of Southern California, University Of California Los Angeles
Expertise
Culinary History, Food Science, Bread Making
- Elias has ghostwritten two books on cooking and nutrition.
- His culinary knowledge can be traced to his first-ever job as an employee of Sur La Table.
- An avid home cook, he specializes in all things dough related.
Experience
Elias's lifelong obsession with food stretches all the way back to the day he spoke his first word, "bread." Once he achieved full literacy, he discovered his second passion in writing. Combining the two was a natural move, and he joined the Static Media network in 2022. He previously worked as a freelance ghostwriter and editor. Elias's writing focuses primarily on history and science, using extensive research to uncover the secrets behind the foods you love, the foods you hate, and the foods you haven't tried yet.
Education
Elias has a BFA in writing for screen and television from the University of Southern California, and is earning a certificate in journalism from the University of California, Los Angeles.
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Stories By Elias Nash
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When Thanksgiving is on the horizon, you see this particular decoration popping up nearly everywhere you look. Find out what flint corn is and how to use it.
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Considering she was one of the most visible figures of the past century, it might surprise fans to learn the queen technically owned a McDonald's franchise.
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The Taste of Food Festival in Chicago has been a feature of the city's dining scene for decades. Discover the past and present of this exciting event.
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You may not know that there are many different varieties of corn, but yellow and white still dominate the market. Discover the difference between them here.
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Reality shows focusing on people's mishaps can have real-life effects on their business. Is that what happened to The Black Pearl after Kitchen Nightmares?
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Chow mein focuses on fresh ingredients cooked to perfection, but its canned counterpart isn't ideal. Here's why you're better off not buying canned chow mein.
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There are a number of different regional pizza styles in the United States, and the kind from New Haven is among the most celebrated. Here's what to know.
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The flavor may jar you if you have never tried wild game meat. Here are the best types you should try to ease yourself into this incredible acquired taste.
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Scary stories of tainted Halloween candy have induced panic for decades. Here's why you really don't need to worry about poison-laced Halloween candy.
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Making your own condiments at home is cheaper, and easier to keep healthy. But how do you make them last longer, without preservatives? The key is culturing.
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There are plenty of cake flavors available on the market. You might be a fan of red velvet or classic yellow. But what's the actual flavor of yellow cake?
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Being a savvy shopper has its benefits. For instance, one fortunate Costco shopper lucked into a sizeable amount of scallops for mere pennies.
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You've probably eaten them mashed, fried, roasted, and baked, but just what kind of food are potatoes, exactly? Here's what to know about spuds.
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While you may be wary of something unsavory in ground mystery meat, fear not. We've done the research for you, so you'll know exactly what you're buying.
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Insta-pots are the answer to busy days. The set-it-and-forget-it device makes meals easy. Here's what you should know when picking meat for the pressure cooker.
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Salads are the epitome of healthy meals, but sometimes they can taste bland. Salt doesn't compromise any nutritional value in your salad, but it can enhance it.
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Many people are familiar with Caprese salad, but the Italian cake known as Torta Caprese is lesser known -- and it's probably not what you think it is.
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Undercooked chicken is a concern in the kitchen; sometimes, it can be hard to tell if it's fully cooked. Is it safe to eat chicken that's pink in the center?
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New Yorkers are known for a lot of things, and their die-hard love of dirty water hot dogs is one of them. But wait ... why do they have that name?
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It's sugary, of course, but there's more to it than that, a subtle, yet unmistakable hint of something that can only be described as "candy corn."
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Plenty of foods around the world have strange names, feature unique ingredients, and are beloved by many. What is monkey gland sauce, and why is it called that?
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Exotic fruits are must-tries, each one more unique than the next. Durian fruit is from Southeast Asia and has an infamous smell, but what does it taste like?
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Fruit cocktail is a sweet dessert that is loved by many. But why is it called fruit cocktail and not just fruit salad? There's a boozy history to this dessert.
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You can learn a lot about a culture by its cuisine. Cranachan is a traditional dessert enjoyed throughout Scotland with an interesting history.
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What's the biggest hot dog you've ever seen? It probably doesn't hold a candle to the world's largest commercially sold hot dog, which was jaw-dropping.
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You've likely encountered a Waldorf salad on one menu or another. Do you know much about its ingredients or story? Here's how the Waldorf salad got its name.
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If you're distraught over not knowing anything about dauphinoise potatoes, remember that it's never too late to get familiar with this stunning, starchy dish.