Serious Eats (The Daily Snack)
by Serious Eats Editorial Team
The science of home cooking. Serious Eats delivers daily recipes, rigorous product tests, and cooking techniques that explain the 'why' behind every dish.
About Serious Eats (The Daily Snack)
Serious Eats is for the cook who wants to know exactly why their steak is chewy or their cake didn't rise. Its 'Daily Snack' newsletter provides a curated mix of their famous 'Food Lab' style science, new recipes, and deep-dive equipment reviews. It's built for those who value accuracy and testing over just 'pretty pictures'.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Rigorous Testing. Every recipe is tested dozens of times, and their equipment reviews are widely considered the most objective in the industry.
Who Should Subscribe?
Anyone who wants to become a better, more knowledgeable cook by understanding the science of food.
Content Format
A helpful daily email with featured recipes and a 'Technique of the Week'.
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Incredible technical depth
- Completely free and extremely reliable
- Great at explaining complex global ingredients
Cons
- Daily frequency can be a lot of email
- Some content is very specialized (e.g., specific molecular gastronomy)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it different from a cookbook?
Yes, while they have books, the newsletter provides real-time testing and seasonal updates that books cannot match.
How often is Serious Eats (The Daily Snack) published?
Serious Eats (The Daily Snack) is published daily.
Who writes Serious Eats (The Daily Snack)?
Serious Eats (The Daily Snack) is written by Serious Eats Editorial Team. Founded in 2006, Serious Eats has become the definitive source for evidence-based cooking.
About the Author: Serious Eats Editorial Team
Serious Eats Editorial Team
Founded in 2006, Serious Eats has become the definitive source for evidence-based cooking. Its team of editors and contributors include James Beard Award winners and former restaurant chefs.
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