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MEET OUR TEAM

Andrew Gray

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Andrew is the SEO Manager and Owner of Americasrestaurant.com.

He has over 10 years of experience in the field of search engine optimization and has worked with some of the world’s largest companies, including Google, Yahoo!, and Bing.

Peter Sandroni

Visuals Editor

Peter is a professional food photographer who has worked with many top websites.

When he’s not photographing dishes for the blog, you can find him cooking up new recipes to share with readers in his kitchen.

Carol Reed

Managing Editor

Carol, an ardent enthusiast of cooking and baking, thrives as a digital food editor. Her fervor for culinary arts infuses her work with creativity and dedication.

Throughout her career, Carol has held various editorial positions, leaving her mark at esteemed platforms like Plated and Epicurious/Condé Nast.

Denise Mickelsen

Operations Manager

Denise serves as a project manager at AmericasRestaurant, where she plays a pivotal role in managing the website’s day-to-day operations. Prior to this role, she gained extensive experience as an online news editor at Zagat.com and held editorial positions at several lifestyle magazines, such as Town & Country, Domino, and Hamptons.


SUBSTITUTES Guideline

substitutes for Calvados
Andrew Gray

5 Calvados Substitutes for Baking and Cooking

Calvados not hanging out in the pantry? No sweat! We’re here with some solid substitutes that’ll fill that apple-brandy-shaped hole in your heart. Calvados substitutes are often overlooked treasures, just …

substitutes for coffee extract
Andrew Gray

5 Best Substitutes for Coffee Extract in Baking

We sip coffee, then run out, we feel the gap. And coffee extract? Saves recipes when fresh beans aren’t around. Substitutes matter for baking success. We’ve experienced the scramble, actions …

substitutes for angelica root
Andrew Gray

5 Best Substitutes for Angelica Root in Recipes

You know those times you’re ready to whip up a dish and suddenly realize you’re out of angelica root? We’ve all been there. It’s a real moment when you’re standing …

substitutes for Shaoxing Wine
Andrew Gray

5 Shaoxing Wine Substitutes to Try in Your Recipes

Shaoxing wine, sometimes tricky to find outside your local Asian market. We’ve faced the same dilemma. So, let’s talk substitutes. Finding alternatives can save your recipe! Picture us—scouting aisles and …

substitutes for espresso powder
Andrew Gray

5 Best Substitutes for Espresso Powder in Baking

We sip coffee, then run out, we feel the gap. And coffee extract? Saves recipes when fresh beans aren’t around. Substitutes matter for baking success. We’ve experienced the scramble, actions …

substitutes for Biscuit Cutter
Andrew Gray

7 Biscuit Cutter Alternatives You Can Use

Biscuit cutters? Nah, who needs ’em when there are so many cool alternatives! Sometimes we roll out dough with a regular old glass. It works wonders! Once, we improvised with …

substitutes for Lo Mein Noodles
Andrew Gray

7 Lo Mein Noodle Substitutes to Try in Stir-Fries

We’ve all been there, craving that stir-fry, yet lacking those trusty lo mein noodles. It’s time for some noodly adventure with substitutes we can always count on. Options abound, making …

Andrew Gray

5 Easy Spirulina Powder Substitutes in Recipes

We’re about to chat spirulina swaps. Been there, right? You’re cooking up something real special, then bam—you need spirulina powder, stat. Seen those times often? We have. So, we’ve got …

substitutes for Dukkah
Andrew Gray

5 Best Dukkah Substitutes for Recipes

Looking for an exciting twist on your classic recipes? Check out crunch-tastic dukkah substitutes. We’ve been swapping ingredients in our recipes forever. These swaps mix things up without breaking your …

substitutes for Furikake
Andrew Gray

4 Simple Furikake Substitutes for Recipes

Furikake is the unsung giant of flavor boosts. We sprinkle it like magic dust on our dishes. Sometimes, though, it vanishes from our pantry. We’ve been there, tearing through spice …

substitutes for Hakka Noodles
Andrew Gray

7 Hakka Noodle Substitutes for Your Dishes

Who knew we’d run out of noodles mid-recipe? We’ve got a soft spot for Hakka noodles—those curly, chewy joys. So guess what? The pantry handed us a challenge. Don’t sweat; …

substitutes for chinese sesame paste
Andrew Gray

5 Chinese Sesame Paste Substitutes to Use in Cooking

We’ve all been there, facing an empty jar of Chinese sesame paste right when we’re in the cooking groove. No worries, we’ve got hacks! This paste has its place in …

LATEST Recipes

Andrew Gray

5 Delicious One-Pot Pasta Dinners for Easy, Flavorful Meals

Looking for dinner ideas that combine simplicity with great taste? This collection of 5 One-Pot Pasta Dinners offers a range of flavorful meals that come together quickly and use just …

Andrew Gray

15 One-Pan Chicken Dinners That Practically Cook Themselves

Why We’re Always Reaching for a Sheet Pan There’s something undeniably satisfying about tossing everything onto a single pan and ending up with a complete dinner. Sheet pan meals are …

Andrew Gray

20 No-Fuss Friday Night Dinners That Taste Way Better Than Takeout

The Workweek’s Done—Let’s Eat Without Stress Friday night isn’t the time for complicated meals or hours in the kitchen. You’ve made it through the week, and now it’s about unwinding, …

Andrew Gray

15 Stuffed Pepper Recipes That Actually Feel Like a Full Meal

Stuffed Peppers That Go Way Beyond the Usual Stuffed peppers aren’t just about filling a vegetable—they’re about turning one humble bell pepper into an entire meal. With the right stuffing, …

Andrew Gray

20 Bold & Spicy Mexican Casseroles That Bring Heat to the Table

Dinner’s About to Get Loud—in the Best Way These casseroles aren’t just warm and filling—they bring the flavor, the kick, and the kind of satisfying comfort that’s built for sharing. …

easy-baked-penne-recipe
Andrew Gray

Easy Baked Penne Recipe: A Crowd-Pleasing Dish for Busy Foodies

Busy schedules can turn meal times into quick dashes, balancing convenience and quality. In the rush, there’s always a longing for a dish that hits the spot effortlessly. Let’s talk …

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