Melis Amber
Location
San Francisco Bay Area
School
New York University
Expertise
Veganizing Recipes, Middle Eastern Food, Baking
- Melis once had an active YouTube channel called Vegan Middle Eats, where they posted vegan Middle Eastern recipes. It's still out there but no longer updated.
- Melis loves chili peppers. Once, while at a Vietnamese restaurant in LA, Melis got to try the then-hottest pepper in the world. They cried for ten minutes after eating a ¼ inch piece.
- Melis has been writing about food since they created a "cookie recipe" at the age of eight. Let's just say they've since improved and have destroyed all incriminating evidence.
Experience
Melis has worn many hats throughout the years. They've also had a lot of different jobs, including writer, editor, video journalist, and even swim teacher. Their work has been published on Geek Girl Authority (where they serve as a Senior Contributor), Autostraddle, Cuarto Poder, and El Público. They are an editor for Backyard Boss.
Education
Melis holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production from New York University. They are also certified in teaching English as a foreign language.
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Stories By Melis Amber
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Maple syrup is a delicious topper for waffles and pancakes, but it can also be an expensive one. So which brands are actually worth spending money on?
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Did the egg roll originate in ancient China, or was it invented by Chinese-American immigrants? Regardless of origin, it remains a popular and iconic food.
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You can't go wrong with Trader Joe's coffee selection, but some options have a more complex flavor profile and pair better with creamers than others!
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If you're a vegan hot dog lover, we've got a great list for you. Here, we've taste-tested several vegan hot dog brands -- read on for the results.
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From spicy cinnamon oil to fragrant cinnamon leaves, cinnamon is a complex ingredient. This is our ultimate guide to its types, uses, and forms.
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Who doesn't love to occasionally eat some kettle chips? Are you wondering what options there are? Wonder no more! We provide you with the ultimate guide.
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Vegan mayo has so many varieties that it can be tricky to know where to start. Here's a list to help you guide you into picking a brand you'll love!
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Are you sticking with a plant-based diet but want to enjoy a little Tex-Mex? Here are all of the best vegan items that fast food giant Taco Bell has to offer.
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With so many varieties of paprika out there, how do you choose which type you need? And by what criteria? Here's a rundown on choosing the perfect paprika.
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While today we might associate comfort food with mac 'n' cheese and chicken noodle soup, early Americans enjoyed tasty robin pies and a bowl of rice pudding.
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If you'd like to increase the vitamin A in your diet, there are plenty of ways to do it. Leafy greens, squash, seafood, and even liver are all great options.
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Since their discovery, these beans have been an important part of history, for better or worse. Here is the full, detailed, ancient history of coffee.
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Have you ever thought about making your own hazelnut liqueur? We've got some excellent tips for buying or making this delicious liqueur.
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Sometimes we crave a homemade dessert. These hacks will help your baking go more smoothly, from rescuing dry cakes to preventing a messy cake plate.
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Xanthan gum is a thickening agent used in everything from foods to oil to slime. Here are some interesting facts about the ingredient you may not have known.