Vidya Rao
Vidya Rao is a Los Angeles-based writer and editor focused on food, health & wellness and small businesses. She’s a journalism school and culinary school alum with a particular expertise in plant-based cooking.
Vidya Rao is a Los Angeles-based writer and editor focused on food, health & wellness and small businesses. She’s a journalism school and culinary school alum with a particular expertise in plant-based cooking.
Latest from Vidya Rao
How to cook perfectly fluffy quinoa
This versatile whole grain is healthy and delicious — if prepared correctly.
How many ounces are in a cup? A guide to food measurement conversions
Remember to use the right cups for dry and wet ingredients. It matters.
20 craveable party dips for your Super Bowl spread
Good dips are the secret to any successful game-day snack spread.
Instant Pot Rice
By cooking your rice in the Instant Pot, you can set it, forget it, and know that you’ll have perfectly cooked rice waiting for you when you’re ready for it.
What is nutmeg and how it is used?
This warm, earthy spice is actually much more versatile than you might imagine.
What is paprika and how is it used?
This spice-cabinet staple is often overlooked in the U.S. but is prized in Hungarian and Spanish cuisines.
Cream Cheese
It’s time to learn how to make your own cream cheese, so you’re prepared just in case the grocery store shelves are empty.
If you could add any 2 things to this plate of rice, what would they be?
Padma Lakshmi posed a simple question on social media and it garnered a myriad different responses.
What is 'nooch'? The secret weapon for cheesy, savory flavor (that isn't cheese)
Sure, it looks like fish food — but it provides funky, savory, nutty, earthy flavor.
What is piri piri sauce? This condiment is sour, sweet, salty and spicy at the same time
Piri piri sauce is a complex and versatile condiment that is sure to spice up your life.
30 summery side dishes to take your Labor Day spread to the next level
Throw a cookout to remember with twists on classics like coleslaw, corn on the cob and potato salad.
