Nicole A. Taylor
Editorial Contributor
Nicole is a James Beard Award-nominated food writer and editor. She is the author of “Watermelon & Red Birds: A Cookbook for Juneteenth and Black Celebrations,” the very first cookbook to celebrate Juneteenth. Her southern drawl often fools people into believing she’s just an expert on biscuits and creamy grits, but Nicole’s bank account is multiple swipes between a restaurant and a cafe — from lasagna inspired by the Emilia-Romagna region to housemade flour tortillas stuffed with chicken mole. Currently, she is working with a restaurant group on the visual, textural, and atmospheric elements of its spaces, ensuring storytelling is intentional. Nicole grew up in the American South and has lived in New York City for two decades.
Fun Facts
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Lives in
Brooklyn, NY -
Restaurant you’ve been to the most
Puma Yu’s in Athens, GA. -
Hot take
Aioli on everything should die slowly. -
Best high-low pairing
Popeyes chicken wings with Billecart-Salmon brut rosé. -
Your Ratatouille moment
The first time I made boxed Hamburger Helper for my family. -
A spot you’d almost gatekeep
Slater’s $20 steakhouse lunch. -
Pro tip for diners
Always order the dessert that is wildly different from the usual suspects. -
Last meal on earth
Twice fried thick-cut fries.
