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Vivian Jao

Vivian Jao

Experience

Vivian Jao has over 25 years of experience as a freelance writer, culinary researcher, chef, recipe developer, food stylist, and culinary producer. She was a Director of the Saveur Test Kitchen and wrote a kitchen equipment review column for Every Day with Rachael Ray. Her work has also appeared in Simply Recipes, Wall Street Journal, and many other brands. Vivian co-authored Judy Joo's Korean Food Made Simple and contributed to cookbooks for MeatEater, Food Network, and edible Jersey Farmers' Markets. She was an IACP Award Finalist for Instructional Writing in 2013.

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Articles & Recipes

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Miso Soup

You don't need to hit your local sushi joint for a cozy bowl of miso soup. Our version includes a hint of ginger and silky tofu, making it perfect for a light weeknight meal.
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Wonton Soup

Don't settle for the standard pork wontons at your local Chinese restaurant. This luxe wonton soup features dumplings with a tender shrimp-studded filling.
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Sichuan Chicken

Our spicy Sichuan chicken will make your mouth tingle. We toss chunks of juicy chicken breast with fiery dried red chiles, numbing Sichuan peppercorns, crisp-tender onions and colorful bell peppers.