Hello, I’m Scarlett Evans, a culinary storyteller who found my voice at the intersection of food history and modern cooking. My journey began in academia, researching food anthropology and historical cookbooks, before I realized I’d rather be creating recipes than just writing about them.
After leaving my position as a university researcher, I apprenticed with traditional cooks across the American South, Mexico, and Italy, learning techniques that have been passed down through generations. These experiences shaped my approach to recipe development—honoring traditional methods while adapting them for contemporary kitchens and palates.
My work explores how recipes evolve through migration, necessity, and innovation. I’m particularly fascinated by how humble ingredients transform into extraordinary dishes when treated with knowledge and care. My recipes have been featured in Taste, Serious Eats, and The Kitchn, and my podcast “The Inherited Kitchen” explores family recipes and their evolution.
In my test kitchen, you’ll find me reviving nearly-forgotten regional specialties, documenting oral recipes from elder cooks, and experimenting with preservation techniques from around the world. I believe that understanding where our food comes from deepens our appreciation and creativity.
Whether you’re a curious beginner or an experienced cook, I aim to provide not just instructions, but context—the stories and techniques that make cooking a meaningful connection to our shared human experience.
