Rebecca Riddle
School
New York University, Columbia Teachers College
Expertise
Bartending Hacks, Cocktail Creation, Restaurant Industry Secrets
- Rebecca Riddle is a writer, server, and hospitality enthusiast who's been working in various FOH positions for the past ten years.
- She's obsessed with creating themed beverages and helped develop a literary-inspired cocktail program at the bar where she works in NYC. Her favorite ingredient to add to cocktails is edible glitter since she wholeheartedly believes that drinking is meant to be fun.
- Rebecca also runs a private event bartending company, where she strives to bring the cocktail bar experience outside of the traditional cocktail bar setting.
Experience
As a freelance food and beverage writer, Rebecca is on a mission to combine her love of words and writing with her passion for the restaurant industry. Her freelance writing career spans multiple facets of the culinary world, including restaurant financing, the food technology space, front-of-house issues, and chef biographies. Her work has been featured in publications such as VinePair, Tasting Table, FinImpact, and Broken Glass BK Magazine. She is a veteran hospitality professional who has been working in the world of New York City restaurants for her entire adult life. So, she knows the food and beverage industry inside and out. Since she currently works as a bartender, her favorite topics to write about are those that deal with teaching people how to make better drinks.
Education
Rebecca received her bachelor's degree from New York University where she majored in politics. She then went on to earn her master's degree in international educational development with a concentration in language, literacy, and culture from Teachers College, Columbia University.
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Stories By Rebecca Riddle
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Ordering a steak blue may sound nerve-wracking, but if you already enjoy rare meat, this is one small step. Here's what to look for at the restaurant.
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Just because it's easy to make at home doesn't mean you should order it on a busy bar night. Some cocktail orders won't make you popular with bartenders.
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Sweet and savory work in a variety of dishes, so why not this classic dessert? You might be surprised at just how well this flavor combination turns out.
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While you might associate eggnog with winter, fall flavors really do make the store-bought stuff taste better. To keep it from falling flat, add this one spice.
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Making quick pickles at home doesn't require many ingredients. If you're bored of your usual recipe and want to tap into more umami flavors grab this sauce.
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While adding syrup to frozen waffles will certainly make for a quick and tasty breakfast, waffles can serve as the base for another beloved morning meal.
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If you're baking a sweet treat that calls for chocolate, you might be wondering: What's the difference between chocolate morsels and chocolate chips?
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Anthony Bourdain was best known for tasting what the world had to offer, but some of his favorite fast food was from a chicken chain right at home.
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That satisfying snap you experience when you take a bite out of a crunchy pickle can make the difference between a good pickle and a bad one.
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Coleslaw is great and super versatile, but have you ever considered giving it a little kick? One spirit in particular is perfect for this job.
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Hummus is a delicious snack year-round, so why not customizing it to the season? Pumpkin hummus is nutritious and tastes amazing, here's how to pull it off.
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Are you curious if a dirty chai or dirty Dr. Pepper is the same concept as a dirty martini? Here's the difference between a dirty drink and a dirty soda.
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The best things about spritzes are that they are simple, customizable, and generally difficult to mess up. To change it up, beer belongs in your next spritz.
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Carbonara is a decadent Italian classic, but even tried-and-true pasta dishes can sometimes use a fun new twist. Smokiness works perfectly here.
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Alton Brown is renowned for being able to put together delicious meals, but did you know that he also has some mixology tricks up his sleeve?
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When the entire internet praises this affordable vodka -- from Daily Meal to The New York Times -- that's when you know it's worth picking up.
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Stale bread doesn't have to be a disappointment. Transform it into panzanella salad, a simple Tuscan dish starring old bread, with customizations as desired.
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Want a richer, more decadent latte that brings home the comfort? Try adding cookie butter. Here's what you need to know about this tasty tip.
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If you're new to the world of martinis and wondering in which style you should order yours, you'll need to get to know the difference between wet and dry.
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There's a handy little shortcut to getting your chili to taste smoky without using an actual smoker. But how much you use is very important.
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If you have leftover hot dogs, combine them with beans to make a whole new meal. Beanie weenies are a convenient retro staple dating back to World War II.
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Frozen margaritas can be a pain to make at home, which is why we recommend this simple swap. Plus, with this hack, making different flavors is a breeze.
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Energy drinks are the go-to for anyone needing a kick, but some are stronger than others. This brand tops the list in terms of caffeine content.
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Cream cheese is a game changer for baked beans, because it makes the beans creamy and rich, while the tang acts as a foil to the sweetness of the sauce.
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Even with all of the good things you can say about this classic treat, you can make it even better if you know a little baking secret: using brown butter.
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Chocolate cake and red velvet cake are both delicious -- but what's the actual difference between them? It's all down to flavor and unique ingredients.
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A good charcuterie artist knows when they find a diamond in the rough. This sweet and spicy Trader Joe's snack is just that, and it belongs on your next board.