Alex Chen

Contributing Editor, How-To

With a degree in food science and experience as a recipe developer for test kitchens, Alex Chen approaches cooking as both an art and a science. They are known for their meticulous, evidence-based approach to technique, from achieving the perfect sear to understanding the role of gluten in bread. Alex runs a popular blog, 'The Kitchen Lab,' and their first book on the science of weeknight cooking is forthcoming. They believe that understanding the 'why' behind a recipe is the key to becoming a more intuitive and successful cook.