
Lyla Porter
Having lived in several different cities across the world, Lyla writes about her travels often through the culinary lens, exploring local cuisines and restaurants. Gluten- and lactose-free since the age of 13, she has had a keen interest in observing food trends and adapting recipes to suit dietary restrictions. With a decade of experience as a writer, researcher, and producer, in addition to food-related journalism, Lyla has worked extensively in the film and television industry.
Publications
- Chowhound6 articles
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- 8 Best Poaching Liquids For Fish19 Mar—ChowhoundWe may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Kitchen Tips Poaching is a classic cooking method that gently simmers food in liquid until it's cooked through. We most often hear the term in the context of eggs Benedict at brunch, but while you're still trying to perfect your egg poaching technique, there are many other occasions when poaching can be a great option. It's an excellent way to prepare all kinds of meat with minimal added fat or oil while keeping the protein tender and...
- 14 Best Spices To Try In Coffee22 Mar—ChowhoundWe may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Drinks Coffee And Tea Coffee is an everyday thing for most people, and many of us have a go-to brew. A shot of espresso, maybe a pour over, or a frothy latte, whatever your drink, it could be time to spice things up. Literally. There are many spice rack staples (and a few more exotic options) that pair well with coffee. If you're open to experimenting with some new flavors, but you don't know where to begin, fear not. We've reached out...
- 8 Clever Ways To Tenderize Pork22 Mar—ChowhoundWe may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Cooking If you've been browsing at the butcher counter lately and found yourself drawn to the so-called other white meat, you are probably curious about the best ways to prepare pork. Whether you're considering a big pork roast for your next Sunday dinner, some pork chops or ribs for the barbecue, or a simple breaded pork cutlet for a quick week night meal, there are so many different cuts of pork to choose from. All of them can make...
- 12 Traditional Pickled Foods From Around The World3 Jan—ChowhoundFacts Pickling and preserving are age-old tactics to make food last. Long before refrigeration and international shipping, pickled foods and preserves were getting us through the winters. Pickling is a great way to extend the life of your produce, and the tangy, briny flavors add some much needed punch to many dishes and even drinks. But it's not only veggies that can be pickled. Different cultures around the world have been pickling for centuries, and they're going far beyond...