Joseph Erbentraut

16 years in digital media, including editorial expertise in travel, tech, lifestyle, and food and ag policy
Recognized as a National Press Foundation fellow and Solutions Journalism Network award winner
Once attempted to make every recipe in Yotam Ottolenghi's Plenty, but gave up on page 25

Experience

Joseph Erbentraut is an editor, writer and editorial leader based in the Chicago area. His work has appeared in Thrillist, the Village Voice, Fodor's, Riot Fest Magazine, INTO, Chicagoist, Gapers Block and many other publications. He also publishes a Substack newsletter called Queering the Burbs. In his free time, he enjoys music, fashion, art, design and food.

Education

University of Wisconsin, bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication

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Season Your Skillet the Cast Iron Cowboy Way, No Rocket Science Required

YouTube and Outdoor Channel star Kent Rollins is on a mission to demystify the cast-iron skillet. He tells us how to season them, and what you should never cook in them.

How to Make Bad Bunny’s Favorite Fast-Food Burger at Home

The Super Bowl halftime headliner recently revealed his fast-food favorite—and it's one you can easily recreate in your own kitchen.

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The Top 5 Most Unexpected Food Pairings Across the United States

These regional food pairings may sound strange and even controversial, but give them a taste before passing judgment.