Jacob Smith
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
School
The University Of Exeter, Universitat Internacional De Catalunya
Expertise
Coffee Production And Brewing, Home Cooking Advice, European Food Culture
- Jacob is the author of Marra, a weekly food-related newsletter that spotlights Northern people, produce, and regions.
- While working with food influencer Lakes Eats, he reviewed several of the Lake District's most prominent restaurants, including Simon Rogan's Henrock and was fortunate enough to have dined at the three Michelin-starred L'Enclume.
- An article by Jacob won a silver award at the North American Guild of Beer Writers' 2023 awards.
Experience
Jacob began writing about food while living in Bristol, where he wrote for EATE Collective, a global collective of chefs, suppliers, and restaurants. Since moving to Scotland, Jacob has worked with a variety of media outlets and businesses, including Delicious, Pellicle, Mashed, Daily Meal, Leafe, and H&N Magazine. He is also a committee member for The Guild of Food Writers, the UK's association for professional food writers and broadcasters.
Education
Jacob has both a B.Sc. and an M.A. from the University of Exeter, a Russell Group university known for its academic excellence. He also holds a teaching certificate from Universitat Internacional de Catalunya.
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Stories By Jacob Smith
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As a former cafe-bakery employee, I'm here to explain the practices that professional bakers use to ensure that their muffins are excellent quality.
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From seared steaks to sashimi, ahi tuna is a favorite among seafood lovers. We asked an expert to explain what makes it different from other varieties.
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Store-bought beef stocks and broths are undeniably handy -- but they can also be seriously unhealthy. These 10 are the very worst of the bunch.
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Starbucks Reserve is a high-end brand, with artisan coffee and cocktails. Here's everything to know about how it differs from regular Starbucks fare.
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From store size to products offered, Costco and Aldi offer two very different shopping experiences. We're taking a look at what sets these two chains apart.
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Which powerhouse warehouse club is more worth your money, BJ's or Costco? We've got all the info you need to know to make the right decision.
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Kraft has undergone quite a few recalls in its time. But these recalls, which ranged from juice drinks to cottage cheese, were the absolute biggest.
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All foods, including candy and treats, can pose a risk to consumers be it through microbiological risks, manufacturing errors, or incorrect labeling practices.
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Meijer is a well-known grocery store in the American Midwest but it's had it's fair share of troubles over food recalls. Here are a few of its most significant.
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These old-school dishes used to be found in restaurants all over the world. From Waldorf salad to fondue, we think it's time they made a comeback.
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Many people choose whole wheat bread as a healthier option, but many of the breads on sale aren't as good as they appear. Here are a few that are best avoided.
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Food Lion is a go-to grocery store for many. But this supermarket chain has a number of recalls to its name, and they still haunt its customers.
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Publix might be a successful grocery store chain, but it's also been subject to many food recalls. From chicken to spinach, these are the most haunting.
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I'll explain eight reasons why bakery cakes often taste better, and also provide tips that will improve the quality of your home-baked cakes.
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Aldi has a loyal customer base thanks to its low-cost, high-quality products, but a few things on the shelves truly stand out. Here are some of 2024's best.
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McDonald's has a few recalls in its past due to contaminated food -- one case was so serious that several employees did prison time for their mistake!
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Fast food chains are no stranger to scandals, but these 13 recalls -- involving everything from plastic to E. coli -- are downright infamous.
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Sam's Club quickly informs members of recalls. Unfortunately, the reactive nature of recalls often means that even this prompt action comes too late.
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There are several ways in which ground beef can be underwhelming. Here, we highlight five stores that are known for selling poor-quality ground beef.
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Running a seafood chain can be tough. But these 12 fish, clam, and lobster-centric chains have grown so fast, they're on the brink of dominating the U.S.
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Meatloaf is a classic American dish available in many chain restaurants -- but which serves up the best rendition? We're ranking them all to find out.
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Sam's Club sells a lot of great items. But we're taking a look at those products that were discontinued and aren't likely to ever return to the shelves.
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Frozen fish sticks make a convenient meal, but not all of them are as healthy as they could be. Here are a few of the unhealthiest fish sticks on sale.
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Fine tuna can make a succulent and delicious meal, and these restaurant chains source exceptionally high quality fish to serve to their customers.
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Whole Foods is beloved, but it's also made many mistakes. These 14 food recalls, spurred by allergens, chemical contamination, and more, still haunt the chain.
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From sandwiches to trail mix to mac 'n' cheese, these Aldi products might be tasty and convenient -- but they're not great for health-conscious shoppers.
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Dunkin's frozen coffees, refreshers, and other drinks look tempting, but these 13 items can max out your limit of added sugar for the day (or multiple days!).