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Stephanie Ganz

About Me

Once a professional chef (in the lifetime before kids), Stephanie Ganz has written for Bon Appetit, Eater, BUST, and Virginia Living and is a regular contributor to Richmond Magazine. She lives in Richmond, Virginia with her husband, two girls, and one excellent cat. Follow her online: @salganz (Instagram) and @onioncloute (Twitter).


Latest Stories

18 Great Gifts for Kids Who Love to Play Outside
The thrill of the outdoors awaits.
Nov 27, 2024
17 Great Gifts for Kids Who Love to Draw
This should keep them happy for a while!
Nov 27, 2024
19 Great Gifts for Kids Who Love History
Kids love a good story, and there’s no greater story than the history of our world. Understanding history is essential to give kids a sense of identity and empathy and to help them understand the events that are unfolding around them every day in greater context. Luckily, there are some incredible resources out there that make history come alive in vivid, memorable ways, setting kids up for success at school and in the real world.
Nov 27, 2024
18 Great Gifts for Little Kids Who Love Music
So they can just let it all out.
Nov 27, 2024
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Kids, Starting at Just $1
For extra moments of joy during the holidays.
Nov 27, 2024
18 Great Gifts for Kids Who Love to Craft
Just the thing for your favorite young painter, sculptor, jewelry maker, or fiber artist.
Nov 27, 2024
18 Great Gifts for Kids Who Love to Read
From book bags to book lights, here are a few of our favorite gifts for young readers.
Nov 20, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Pasta, and They All Said the Same Thing
Turns out, it’s all about the texture.
Oct 25, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Boxed Cake Mix and They All Said the Same One
“It has a great bouncy texture that doesn't crumble.”
Oct 23, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Ice Cream, and They All Said the Same Thing
It’s “ultra-creamy” and “custard-like.”
Sep 18, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Jarred Pasta Sauce, and They All Said the Same Thing
It’s all about that first ingredient.
Sep 16, 2024

Latest Stories

Once I Started Cooking Hot Dogs Like This, I’ve Never Grilled Them Again (It’s So Easy!)
I’ve never met a hot dog I didn’t like. There are so many ways to enjoy them, whether they’re slathered in creamy coleslaw, loaded with beef chili, or accented with mustards (plain and fancy). Hot dogs are always a welcome sight as far as I’m concerned.
Aug 29, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Hot Dogs, and They All Said the Same Thing
“The undisputed champion of hot dogs.”
Aug 27, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Potato Chips, and They All Said the Same Thing
Turns out, it’s a crunch thing.
Aug 22, 2024
I’m Totally Sold on This Budget Baby Gym (It’s Cute and Cleanable)
Cute, portable, and easy to clean. What’s not to like?
Aug 19, 2024
The Most Brilliant Gift I Received at My Baby Shower (I’ll Never Forget It)
Now I give it to all my friends having babies.
Aug 5, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Ice Cream, and They All Said the Same Thing
It’s “ultra-creamy” and “custard-like.”
Jul 11, 2024
My Kids Have Played with Dozens of Backyard Water Toys Over the Years — Here Are the Ones They Really Loved
Not all water toys make the grade. These totally do.
Jul 3, 2024
My Favorite No-Cook Meals for Super Hot Summer Days (My Kids Love Them)
The "No-Cook Summer Supper" has become my specialty.
Jun 24, 2024
“Walking Tacos” Might Just Be the Perfect Summer Family Meal (They’re So Easy)
I could easily serve this once a week and receive no pushback from my family, which is saying something.
Jun 23, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Potato Chips, and They All Said the Same Thing
Turns out, it’s a crunch thing.
Jun 20, 2024

Latest Stories

The Best Twin Mattresses for Kids
After hours of reading and research, these 10 kids' twin mattresses stood out.
Jun 10, 2024
Why I Stopped Buying Cheddar at the Grocery Store — Except This One
It melts like a dream and tastes amazing.
May 16, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Canned Tuna, and They All Said the Same Thing
“Turns out, there’s one hook for all three.”
Apr 26, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us the Best Humidifier for The Nursery, and The Winner Was the Easiest to Clean
The biggest selling point? Every part can go in the dishwasher.
Mar 26, 2024
We Asked a Mattress Expert to Tell Us Which Crib Mattress Is the Best (and Why), and There Were 2 Top Choices
Breathable? Check. Safe materials? Check. Firm? Check.
Mar 22, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Boxed Cake Mix and They All Said the Same One
“It has a great bouncy texture that doesn't crumble.”
Mar 11, 2024
The New Nestig x Richard Scarry Nursery Collection Is Just Too Cute
And we have a few favorites.
Feb 6, 2024
The Showstopping French Alternative to Sweet Potato Casserole
These crispy, savory-sweet stacks will delight everyone this Thanksgiving.
Nov 15, 2023
The Best Toys for Imaginative Play
Open-ended toys are the way to go.
Nov 7, 2023
The Secret to Incredible Roast Chicken Is Something You’re Definitely Throwing Away
I've made this too many times to count.
Nov 7, 2023