Haldan Kirsch
School
Duquesne University, Ohio University
Expertise
Sourdough Baking, Italian Food, Mixology
- Haldan has worked in multiple restaurant positions since he was 16 years old. This includes everything from dish washer, expo, line cook, and prep cook.
- He lived in Rome, Italy for 2 and a half years indulging in all of the food, drink, and food culture that he could.
- One of Haldan's proudest career moments came while serving ethically sourced pork products and supporting local Appalachian foodways in Athens, Ohio.
Experience
Since learning to write, Haldan has bounced back and forth between creating memorable experiences and sharing them with an audience through storytelling. Whether that's telling the many delicious stories of students living abroad in Rome, exploring the culture of hunting for your own food, or indulging in Baltimore's many great restaurants, he always brings a sense of humanity and craft that enriches reader's experience. He also works as an editorial news photographer for a variety of Baltimore publications.
Education
Haldan studied broadcast journalism at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. He later studied photography at Ohio University.
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Stories By Haldan Kirsch
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If you've ever wanted to add garlic or ginger to a meal without all of the peeling and slicing, the Trader Joe's frozen cubes can be a game-changer.
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If you love pineapple, you'll definitely love grilled pineapple! Learn how to grill pineapple, and after the first time, you'll definitely want to do it again.
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Anyone who's used a cocktail shaker knows the frustration of when they get stuck -- and they often do. Here's why that happens and what to do when it does.
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When given the choice, many of us would prefer a can with an easy pull tab, so why doesn't every manufacturer utilize this handy piece of technology?
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Salmon is a fattier fish and can withstand cooking methods that would turn delicate white fish filets to jerky, but that doesn't mean that it's invincible.
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While there are a lot of similarities between what you'll find at Costco and the name-brand French vodka, the two aren't from the same supplier.
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Decadent tomato sauce is just one ingredient away. To give your sauce that umami boost, look no further than pantry staples like soy sauce next time you cook.
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If a recipe suggests light soy sauce or dark soy sauce, it's important that you know the difference between the two condiments and what they bring to a dish.
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The burritos are frozen, but the carne asada inside is precooked. All it takes is a brief "cooking" period to bring it to an ideal temperature.
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The most unique ingredient pairings seem to create the most delicious dishes. This spice, though surprising, makes chocolate desserts that much better.
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Jordan almonds are the pretty oval-shaped candy your grandmother has in a decorative bowl every holiday. Did you know they hold a special meaning at weddings?
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Products labeled as meal or flour can be made from the same thing and look remarkably similar to the naked eye. So, does it matter which one you buy?
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Your shelves at home might already be overloaded with all the different types of vinegar out there, but you need to add one more - white balsamic vinegar.
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If you've ever felt intimidated by nailing the perfect soft-boiled egg, have no fear. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is here to help with this tip.
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Stand mixers are the workhorses of many kitchens. But, if the attachments don't reach the bottom of the bowl, you may get bad results. Here's how to fix that.
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Economists are struggling to understand exactly why food prices continue to rise, but many say it's now because food producers are overcharging consumers.
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Torting a cake is absolutely one of the best baking hacks that you'll wish you knew about sooner, whether you are creating showstoppers or a simple layer cake.
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The wine Cocchi Americano stands supreme in its category. But what is this beverage exactly and what is it about the flavor that sets it apart?
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The wheel pizza cutter might be most people's go-to option for cutting pizza at home, but it's not the best option. This is the tool you need.
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Cheeseburgers just might be one of the most portable foods in the world. However, a cheeseburger in a can may be one camping food hack that is best avoided.
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To get naan back to its former glory, you're going to need the correct method. We're going to walk through each one so you can create the best possible results.
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Limp drive-through fries got you down? Use this simple hack for Crispy In-N-Out Burger fries at home.
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Customers who may have purchased some of the recalled lettuce should discard them immediately or return them to the retailer for a full refund.
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While plant-based meat is becoming popular among restaurants and grocery stores, lab-grown meat is now on the fast track to hitting stores soon.
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Next time you're frying a couple of eggs, you should try using chili oil instead of regular oil to give your eggs extra flavor and a crunchy texture.
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Braising chicken in wine can result in a classic, delicious dish. But there's another type of alcohol that can give your chicken a great depth of flavor.
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While they have advantages, BNPL programs can come with risks. While these programs feel different from credit cards, they're still a method of accruing debt.