Our Writers
Meet the team behind Sweet and Salty News
Darius Williams
Columnist and Video Host
Darius Williams is a columnist and video host known for his approachable take on American comfort food. His column, 'The Home Plate,' and accompanying video series celebrate the joy of weeknight cooking, grilling, and sharing food with family.
Ezra Kaplan
Restaurant Critic
Ezra Kaplan is the chief restaurant critic for Sweet and Salty News. His weekly column, 'The Critic's Table,' is a must-read for anyone seeking an honest, exacting, and insightful look into the nation's most ambitious dining rooms.
Marco Alves
Senior Editor, Drinks
Marco Alves is the Senior Drinks Editor for Sweet and Salty News, where he oversees all wine, spirits, and cocktail content. With over two decades of experience, his work has been recognized with multiple James Beard Award nominations for beverage writing.
Meera Iyer
Test Kitchen Director
Meera Iyer leads The Test Kitchen at Sweet and Salty News, where she and her team develop, test, and perfect every recipe that appears on the site. Her work empowers millions of home cooks to achieve consistently delicious results.
Raffi Hovsepian
Staff Writer, Features
Raffi Hovsepian is a staff features writer covering the intersection of food, culture, and industry. His investigative work explores everything from the journey of a coffee bean to the economics of urban farming.