We'll always turn to these icons for advice. Merlyn is an editor of news and trending content for Food & Wine's news vertical. Her writing focuses on the intersection of pop culture and food, ...

Over the past decade-plus, the role of a chef has changed. Where once sheer cooking skills alone earned a chef accolades and respect, the expectations placed on them by diners, peers, and colleagues ...

One of my closest, oldest friends is a chef and, let me tell you, she is a very useful friend to have! I can call or text her and at a moment’s notice have personalized answers to kitchen conundrums, ...