Becky Hughes
Associate Social Media Manager Emeritus
Becky Hughes is the social media editor for NYT Cooking where she's written about the New York City restaurant scene and the return of the espresso martini. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and food theory from the Gallatin School of Individualized Study at New York University. During college, Becky was also the editor in chief of the N.Y.U. branch of Spoon University.
How to Turn Any Vegetable Into Rice
Cauliflower isn't the only vegetable that can transform into a delicious, healthy grain replacement.
How to Make Cheesecake, Step by Step
Every home cook should know how to make this creamiest, dreamiest of desserts.
Wine Experts are Losing It Over This $9 Supermarket Rosé
Who said cheap wine was bad wine?
How to Make Gyro Meat at Home
With a simple technique, you can make lamb gyro meat in the comfort of your own kitchen.
The Right Way to Fold a Wrap
Here's how to keep your precious sandwich fillings safe until lunchtime.
Your Microwave Makes Perfect Corn on the Cob
Hint: you can actually cook them in the husk.
The Burger Knife Is the Newest Tool That Nobody Asked For
Burger-cutters and French people: this hyper-specific, one-use kitchen device has your name on it.
Here's How to Keep a Charcoal Grill at 225
Learn to regulate your grill's temperature for perfect, tender smoked meat.
18 Ways to Make Cottage Cheese Taste Amazing
Whether you're a sweet type or a salt addict, we've got ideas that'll make you forget how uncool cottage cheese once was.
Here's an Entire Week of Easy Dinner Recipes
Each recipe makes some #nextovers to use for the following meal.
Ready for Real BBQ? Time to Master the Smoker Grill
Step aside, kettle grill. It's time for the big leagues.
16 Briticisms from The Great British Baking Show, Defined
Bring on the puds and baps—hold the soggy bottoms.
This Easy Waffle Bar Is the Ultimate Father's Day Brunch
Serve cornmeal-bacon waffles with tons of kid-friendly toppings for a meal that'll please everyone.
The Three Best Ways to Cut an Orange
Time to wedge, wheel, and supreme your way to citrus glory.
How is "Natural" Wine Different From the Stuff You're Drinking?
Spoiler alert: the definition of natural wine isn't really cut-and-dry.
Watermelon Cake Is the Worst Part of Summer
We want to go into hibernation until this stops.
How to Keep Blueberries From Getting Moldy in the Fridge
'Tis the season for ripe, sweet blueberries—don't let your pint fall prey to mold.
How to Cook Tofu
You can eat tofu raw, baked, or fried—and it's delicious every way. Here's how it's done.
This is the Best Way to Shred Chicken
Enchiladas, soup, nachos and sandwiches are just two forks away.