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Matt Sulem

Entertainment and Food Writer

Matt Sulem has been writing and editing professionally for more than a decade. He has worked for BubbleBlabber, The Sportster, and The Daily Meal, among other publications, but has called Yardbarker home since 2006. Matt’s writing combines a love for nostalgia with a passion for promulgating interesting, informative, and lesser-known facts about pop culture. And he’s always down to share a solid slow cooker, air fryer, or dessert recipe. Matt currently lives in Portland, Maine, with his wife and young son. 

EXPERTISE:

Horror films, comedy movies, sitcoms, cartoons, and all things food.

23 former 'Saturday Night Live' cast members you probably forgot about

Some cast members have stuck around for as long as two decades or made enormous impacts on the show, while others have only lasted for a single episode.

Sweet world: 25 dessert recipes from around the globe

We always try to include some international treats in our dessert recipe lists, but there’s never enough room for all of our favorites. There still isn’t enough time or space for us to include everything we want to feature from South America, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Oceana, but it’s a start!

24 delicious recipes that feature Greek yogurt

Whether you’re new to this food or are looking for new ways to utilize it, here are 24 recipes that include Greek yogurt.

Food for thought: 25 foods in famous sayings, idioms, and expressions

There are a lot of common expressions in English — especially American English. And because food is such an important and diverse part of American culture, it’s no surprise that many foods have worked their way into some sayings.

22 famous book titles that include food

We looked back at memorable kids' books from our childhood, some bonafide classics, and everything in between to find famous titles that mention foods, categories of food, and meals.

24 greens to consider for your next salad

There are dozens of options out there when it comes to greens, and that’s just the actual green-colored ones, which are the focus of this article.

25 foods that remind us of “Friends” episodes

Could there BE any more food references in “Friends”?

Every food & drink mentioned by The Beatles in songs

The Beatles released 13 studio albums during their decade as a band from 1960-1970. Their songs span numerous genres, including simple pop tracks to psychedelic rock tunes to dabbling in country, folk, and even a little heavy metal.

23 facts you might not know about Wendy’s

You’ve likely had their square hamburgers, frozen Frosty treats, and maybe even their signature chili or baked potatoes. But how much do you really know about this longtime fast food chain and its famous founder?

We're not worthy: The best and worst Mike Myers movies

Master impressionist, iconic character actor, and former Saturday Night Live cast member Mike Myers picks his film roles carefully. Essentially rated on a pass/fail basis (they’re either worthy of watching or not), here are the best and worst Mike Myers movies.

25 recipes that include panko

Panko has a lot of uses, and when you buy your breadcrumbs in bulk at a wholesale club like us, you become familiar with many of them. Panko coats and complements a variety of seafood, veggies, and meat and lends itself to baking, frying, air frying, and deep frying.

The longest-running 'Saturday Night Live' cast members of all time

Saturday Night Live has catapulted several actors and comedians into the pop culture zeitgeist since 1975. Below, we've rounded up the 25 longest-running SNL cast members in series history as of March 2023.

A cut above: 20 underrated slasher films

Here, we're suggesting a mix of cult classics that never got the mainstream attention they deserved as well as some under-watched gems we personally love.

22 dessert recipes you can make with an air fryer

You may be surprised to find out that many classic dishes, regional specialties, and other sweet treats can also be made in our favorite kitchen appliance.

21 bad horror movies that are still worth watching

This is in no way an exhaustive list of all the options out there, but it’s a solid start for folks looking for a laugh.

Meals about nothing: 25 memorable foods featured in “Seinfeld”

“Seinfeld” ran for nine seasons and billed itself as a show about nothing, but it was actually about everything, including commentaries on pop culture, social norms, and yes, food.

23 recipes that include strawberries

They can satisfy a sweet tooth, be used in myriad recipes, and are appropriate to serve at any meal — and they look adorable to boot.

22 delicious dessert recipes that are low in carbs

Sugar is often associated with carbs, but that doesn’t mean all desserts must be loaded with carbs. Plenty of dessert recipes are keto-friendly, use natural sugar substitutes, or are otherwise low in carbs, whether they include chocolate, fruit, or any other sources of sweetness.

21 facts you might not know about Burger King

BK has quite the background, and it has amassed some fascinating facts and stories along the way, too.

22 meals perfect for following Mediterranean diet

Whether you’re looking for authentic dishes or entry-level Mediterranean-inspired recipes to help you adapt to this new lifestyle, here are 22 meals for folks who want to follow a Mediterranean diet.

Wine & Dine: 21 recipes that feature wine as an ingredient

Enjoying a glass of wine (or two!) with dinner is a nightly ritual for many, but how often do you put wine into an actual meal? There are countless recipes out there that include red, white, or bubbly wine — some classics and some creative concoctions.

20 items we always include on our charcuterie board

The more options, the better, in our opinion, but if you’re looking for some inspiration, we can help get you started.

Más appeal: 22 things you didn’t know about Taco Bell

Taco Bell is a fast food staple and has been for several decades. It’s just a guilty pleasure for some folks. Still, even those of us who eat at this Mexican-inspired chain regularly may be unaware of the company’s history or some of the fascinating things they’ve accomplished over the last several decades.

25 of our favorite foods featured in “The Office”

Throughout the nine-season run of the U.S. version of “The Office” from 2005-2013, there were countless jokes, references, and mentions of “That’s what she said.” But there was also a lot of food!