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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.

Horror-ble: 21 terrible scary movies we still love to watch

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.

Do you know all 21 of these facts 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!

Plan ahead with these 22 meal prep recipes

Whether you’re looking to stock the fridge for the week or freeze food for those future days when you’re in a pinch. Don’t settle; instead, plan ahead with these 22 meal prep recipes that each makes at least four servings.

21 recipes inspired by “The 12 Days of Christmas”

While recently listening to “The 12 Days of Christmas,” it occurred to us that the song mentions a few different foods. As a result, we challenged ourselves to find recipes that match every one of the song’s entries — even the non-food ones — while doubling up on a few to beef up the list.

20 unique additions that will make your hot chocolate even better

Your guests or family might be expecting the most obvious ones, like whipped cream or mini marshmallows, so allow us to inspire you with 20 imaginative ingredients to include in your hot chocolate.

21 food & drink items that have been around for thousands of years

And for the record, we’re not even talking about fruits, vegetables, and other produce you simply pick off a plant or tree.

Pep talk: 23 foods and drinks you didn’t know contain caffeine

Whether you’re trying to avoid caffeine completely or looking for a little pick-me-up, here are 20 foods and drinks that surprisingly contain caffeine.

Toasty treats: 22 warm dessert recipes

When the temperatures fall, and our sweet tooth cravings are still high, we turn to desserts that can warm us up or at least offset a scoop of ice cream that we inevitably add on top. If you’re also looking for some toasty treats, try one of these 22 warm dessert recipes.

13 cereals we loved as kids and 13 we absolutely hated

The following statements are overly opinionated and immature, and our evaluations are mostly based on bright colors and high sugar content—but hey, that’s what being a kid is all about.

21 delicious air fryer recipes that will get you through the holiday season

The holiday season is a busy one for folks who cook. Between main courses, side dishes, and desserts for holidays from Thanksgiving and Christmas to Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, you might feel like you don’t have enough time to cook everything—and even if you do, how will you fit it all in the oven?

Too sweet: 24 of the oldest candy bars still available

Candy bars have been in existence for a long time—easily more than 150 years! Although certain candy bars come and go, some popular varieties have surprisingly been around since the early days.

10 candies that are treats and 10 that are tricks

We decided to weigh in on our favorites candies…as well as the ones we’d avoid or trade away.

20 delicious recipes that will get you through the fall holidays

As soon as the first cool night arrives, or the first fall decorations appear in stores, or the first Oktoberfest beer is released, Pumpkin Spice Season officially begins.

From Rosh Hashanah to Hanukkah: 22 Jewish recipes

For tips on how to make more complex Rosh Hashanah and Hanukkah meals, snacks, and desserts — as well as ones associated with other Jewish holidays like Passover and Purim — check out these 22 recipes.

20 fascinating facts about McDonald’s

We think you’ll flip over these 20 fascinating facts about McDonald’s.

Feeling like chicken tonight? 20 slow cooker chicken recipes

When time is short, we call in the slow cooker to save dinner. Here are 20 slow cooker recipes to try the next time you’re craving chicken.