Madalyn Mackarey
Expertise
Culinary Travel, Restaurant Recommendations, Cheese & Charcuterie
- Madalyn has traveled and eaten her way through 20+ countries on solo backpacking adventures and while working on a cruise ship. She discovered that some of the best bites were often the most budget-friendly and off the beaten path.
- She took a deep dive into the world of charcuterie during her time as a food tour guide, taking guests to local markets and cheesemongers, which was cut short due to the pandemic. She is now happily responsible for creating delectable boards for every dinner party and family gathering.
- After living in Philadelphia for five years, Madalyn definitely knows where to find the best Philly cheesesteak. She'll tell you her answer only if you promise to try her other recommendations from the city's criminally underrated food scene.
Experience
Originally from South Florida, Madalyn began working as a freelance content writer while living and studying in Philadelphia. Over the years, she's covered topics ranging from food and travel to lifestyle and the home. Her passion for food originates from nights cooking in the kitchen with her mom and blossomed while working in the restaurant scene and as a food tour guide. Formerly a news writer at Daily Meal, she is now proud to be cooking up features while exploring the food mecca of a city she now calls home: New York City.
Education
Madalyn holds a B.F.A. from The University of the Arts.
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Stories By Madalyn Mackarey
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Anthony Bourdain wasn't only interested in sampling food- he was also known to enjoy a few drinks. And there's one spot in Indonesia he really loved.
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While bags of rice usually come with cooking instructions and exact measurements to use, these instructions can still yield unsatisfactory results.
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Summertime is grilling time, and vegetables are a great choice to toss on the barbecue. Celebrity cook Tabitha Brown shares with us her tips for grilling veg.
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Tabitha Smith is an expert on all things veggies, and she shared some tips with us for enhancing your grilled vegetables and avoiding common grilling pitfalls.
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Mediterranean cuisine is beloved worldwide. If you want to change your diet or just want to try something new, these are 14 of the best Mediterranean recipes.
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Learn how to give a charcuterie board a cookout twist by arranging barbecued entrees, sides, and garnishes into a mouthwatering spread for your guests.
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While both cheese and chocolate are typically paired with wines, they can work beautifully together. We got a cheese expert to weigh in on how to do it right.
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With so many glassware choices out there, it can be overwhelming to know which is the best choice for a nice bottle of wine, so we asked a specialist for tips.
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You've perfected the balance of cheese and meat on a charcuterie board. If you want to introduce chocolate to the mix, we've asked an expert to explain how.
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These chocolatey cookies were beloved among Trader Joe's shoppers and even though they were discontinued years ago, fans still miss the crunchy dessert.
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16-time champion and winner of eight consecutive Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contests, Nathan Chestnut may not compete on the 4th of July, 2024.
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Pasta isn't a food that takes well to reheating. But if you utilize this simple tip, your microwaved leftovers will be almost as good as freshly cooked.
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Celebrity chef, Ina Garten, frequently enjoys cooking with alcohol. However, there's one particular wine variety that she believes is better than others.
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Enjoying the breakfast buffet at your hotel or resort should be part of your travel experience, but watch for these red flag that should send you running.
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Taco meat doesn't need to be a dry part of your meal. Add flavor and moisture to the meat by stirring in a simple ingredient you might already have at home.
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Canned vegetables are often flavorless with an unappealing texture. But you can give them a quick and easy upgrade by cooking them in bacon grease.
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If you're planning an Independence Day party, Costco could be a great place to stock up on all your supplies. But can you make a run on the 4th?
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Looking for new and exciting ways to jazz up fried eggs seems to be a shared passion of internet users worldwide. And we're not mad about it.
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Some Trader Joe's products develop a following, but that doesn't always mean they survive. This is the discontinued veggie burger that probably won't return.
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If you love spicy food but don't want your mouth to burn for too long, you need to find the perfect creamy beverage. Here's why Thai iced tea does the trick.
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Celebrity chef and native New Yorker Bobby Flay can have anything he wants for a late-night snack. His choice, a common breakfast sandwich, is a NYC favorite.
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Onion soup mix can give an extra burst of umami flavor to your roast chicken. It can also add a lot of crispy texture as well. Here's how to use it for cooking.
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There's no shortage of ways to enjoy oatmeal. If you want to transform your morning oatmeal into a savory dish, this trendy ingredient will do the trick.
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Risotto can be a chore to cook in the traditional way. Save yourself time by following Ina Garten's lead and cooking it in your oven instead.
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If you need a quick breakfast for your morning routine, then the frozen Mason Dixie Foods cheddar biscuit breakfast sandwich at Costco is for you.
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Anthony Bourdain was a world-renowned chef who provided many tips and tricks for cooking at home, including how to perfectly salt a steak. Here are his tips.
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Tired of barbeque chicken that's unevenly cooked, dried out in one place and nearly raw in another? Try this cast iron trick for grilling perfection.