Nick DeSimone Title: Contributing WriterLocation: Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaExpertise: Vegetarian cuisine, vegan cuisine, Italian cuisine, food historyExperienceNick DeSimone is a food writer living, writing and eating in Philly with their 16-pound cat. Their expertise is focused on recipe development, ingredient explainers and technique pieces, and they especially love to write about any and all things Italian. Nick was a professional chef for nearly a decade before moving into food media, and they bring their kitchen know-how into all of their writing. About EatingWell EatingWell, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, has been publishing award-winning journalism about food, nutrition and sustainability since 1990. Our mission is to share flavor-packed recipes from around the world, celebrating fresh ingredients and the farmers, artisans and chefs who bring them to our table. Through science-backed nutrition advice and smart stories about sustainability, we help readers live their best lives. Learn more about us and our editorial process.