Maya Lin
Staff Writer, Wellness & Pantry
As the Staff Writer for Wellness & Pantry at Tastes Good Magazine, Maya Lin covers healthy weeknight recipes, sustainable kitchen practices, and reviews of essential pantry staples. Her work focuses on demystifying modern wellness trends and offering practical advice on pantry and kitchen organization. Maya approaches recipe development with a goal to make nourishing, plant-based eating joyful and accessible for busy everyday lives. Through her writing, she helps readers navigate sustainable eating and build a mindful, flavor-led kitchen.
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Luxury Wellness Travel Sees Surge in Affluent Consumer Demand
Bookings for custom tours on Trip.
Sep 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Key Wellness Trends for Mindful Eating & Sustainable Kitchens in 2026
In 2025, a Brooklyn family cut their food waste by 70% and reported significantly lower stress levels.
Sep 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Carob Flour Breakthrough Improves Gluten-Free Pasta
Using 20% carob flour in gluten-free pasta yields the best overall results, marking a significant leap in texture, nutrition, and consumer acceptance, according to FoodNavigator .
Sep 4, 2026 · 3 min read
3 Smart Freezer Meals for Delicious Fall Dinners
For many, a homemade pumpkin chili or hearty beef stew on a crisp fall evening sounds wonderful.
Aug 30, 2026 · 5 min read
What are the Scientific Principles of Mindful Eating for Well-being?
In a pivotal 5.5-month program, obese individuals who integrated mindfulness training into their diet and exercise regimen achieved significant, lasting health improvements. These participants not onl
Aug 25, 2026 · 5 min read
Top 7 Pantry Staples for Quick Weeknight Meals
Peanut butter, a staple many assume lasts forever, actually needs to be used within three months of opening to keep its best quality and flavor, according to Brightland .
Aug 19, 2026 · 5 min read
Il Mirto's Michelin Green Star Signals Luxury's Sustainable Dining Shift
"Il Mirto" has made history as the first restaurant on the island to earn a Michelin Green Star, a prestigious nod to sustainability ( Botaniarelais , smartertravel.
Aug 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Simplify School Year With Easy Back to School Family Recipes
On August 6, busy parents can access a free virtual webinar, 'Back-to-School Meals and Snacks: Nutritious and Affordable Strategies for Busy Families.
Aug 5, 2026 · 2 min read
Your Guide to Alternative Flours for Baking and Cooking
A single cup of almond flour packs a nutritional punch: 579 kcal per 100 grams and 25.
Aug 4, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Reduce Food Waste at Home With Smart Shopping
Each year, confusion over date labels alone contributes to more than three million tons of perfectly edible food being discarded in the US, according to Spoonfuls .
Aug 3, 2026 · 3 min read
US Plant-Based Milk Market Shrinks, Challenging Growth Narrative
The U.S. dairy alternative and plant milk market has shrunk in volume for three consecutive years through 2024, with more losses expected. This challenges the common narrative of continuous plant-base
Jul 21, 2026 · 4 min read
What Are The Health Benefits of Fermented Foods Beyond Probiotics?
A landmark study published in the journal Cell found an association between individuals who regularly consumed fermented foods and a reduction in inflammatory markers.
Jul 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Peaches and Green Beans Create Viral Summer Salad Sensation
Last week, a single viral social media post featuring a Green Bean Salad with Peaches recipe triggered a 250% surge in green bean and peach sales across major metropolitan areas.
Jun 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Tadashi Ono: From French Training to Japanese Soul Cooking
For nine years, Tadashi Ono helmed La Caravelle, a French restaurant that twice earned a three-star New York Times review, according to Tastecooking .
Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Castelvetrano, Kalamata, Manzanilla: Discovering Olive Varieties
Despite being a kitchen staple, 7 out of 10 home cooks can't distinguish a Castelvetrano from a Kalamata olive by taste alone.
Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Eater Launches Epic Bang Bang Dinner Series
On July 15, 2026, Los Angeles will host the inaugural 'Bang Bang' dinner, featuring culinary titans like Ray Garcia and the Holy Basil duo.
Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read
Owala water bottles are up to 30% off during Prime Day sale
For the first time ever, Owala water bottles, a social media sensation, are seeing discounts of up to 30% during Amazon Prime Day 2026.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Discover Easy Sandwich Recipes for Any Craving
A recent survey found that 70% of adults report meal prep as a significant daily stressor, according to Mealtime Solutions Survey 2023.
Jun 24, 2026 · 4 min read
She Wolf bakery bakes thousands of sourdough loaves weekly
She Wolf Bakery sells a 45.
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta Recipe Offers Make-Ahead Summer Meals
For a dish promising 'creamy lemon zucchini pasta,' the recipe demands a surprising 40 minutes of dedicated stovetop time just to break down three pounds of zucchini.
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read