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Alaina Chou

Commerce Writer

Alaina is a commerce writer at Bon Appétit and Epicurious who writes commerce articles and newsletters across both brands. She is a recent graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied Fine Arts and spent (most of) her free time cooking, contributing to her school’s food magazine, and eating her way through the Philly food scene. She worked across the realms of food stylist assisting, content creation, and marketing before landing back in her hometown of New York City at BA and Epi.

How to Pit an Olive Without Any Fancy Tools

And why buy unpitted in the first place? A cookbook author, a line cook, and a grocery store owner weigh in.

The Best Rolling Pin Is French and Lasts Forever

We tested 14 rolling pins and found the best one for all your cookie-making and pie-baking needs.

This $20 Container Is a Game Changer for Desk Lunches

Say goodbye to bulky deli containers and too-heavy glass storage. This lunch bowl is space-saving and adorable.

How Often Do You Really Have to Wash Cloth Napkins?

An interior designer weighs in.

I Said Goodbye to Stale Snacks Thanks to This Viral TikTok Tool

We tried the cute, compact chip bag sealer we’ve seen online—and we’re big fans.