Joseph Erbentraut

16 years in digital media, including editorial expertise in travel, tech, lifestyle, and food and ag policy
Recognized as a National Press Foundation fellow and Solutions Journalism Network award winner
Once attempted to make every recipe in Yotam Ottolenghi's Plenty, but gave up on page 25

Experience

Joseph Erbentraut is an editor, writer and editorial leader based in the Chicago area. His work has appeared in Thrillist, the Village Voice, Fodor's, Riot Fest Magazine, INTO, Chicagoist, Gapers Block and many other publications. He also publishes a Substack newsletter called Queering the Burbs. In his free time, he enjoys music, fashion, art, design and food.

Education

University of Wisconsin, bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication

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Articles & Recipes

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What Is ‘Mom’s Slice’ and Why Do You Need One for Your Mother’s Day Cake?

This social media trend could be the perfect addition to your Mother's Day dessert.

Anna Wintour attends AFTD's 2025 Hope Rising Benefit at The Ziegfeld Ballroom

This Is What Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour Eats for Lunch Every Day

The Vogue chief takes a famously regimented approach to her life, and her lunch order is no exception.

KFC chicken and waffles with a box of french fries

KFC’s Chicken and Waffles Are Back—Here’s Our Honest Review

The chain brought this legendary menu item back after a five-year break.