Ariel Knutson
Arie is the Editorial Director for The Spruce Eats, Simply Recipes, and Allrecipes.
Experience
Before joining Dotdash Meredith in 2021, Arie spent eight years working at Kitchn where she launched and led their news and features program. In addition to editing, Arie has worked as a freelance writer, recipe developer, social media editor, and was once the maître d' at a three-star Michelin restaurant in New York. She’s also a graduate of the culinary techniques program at the International Culinary Center.
As an editor, Arie is passionate about the food and cooking stories that center people, place, and culture. She’s currently working on perfecting her cardamom bun recipe, and will never say no to a scoop of ice cream.
Education
Arie received her B.A. in English Literature from New York University. She’s also a graduate of the culinary techniques program at the International Culinary Center.
5 Questions With Arie
What food or drink are you?
A slice of focaccia pizza with pepperoni, mozz, and green olives.
What food trend would you like to forget?
Listen, I'm not one to hate on food trends (to each their own, right?), but I will never understand the appeal of the espresso martini. It sounds like a panic attack in a glass.
What's the first legit recipe you cooked?
A completely inedible cake that I made in my Easy Bake Oven.
Where did you grow up?
Minneapolis, MN
Favorite kitchen object?
Right now it has to be my electric tea kettle.
About The Spruce Eats
The Spruce Eats, a Dotdash brand, is a food and drink website offering more than 15,000 tested recipes, 1,200 how-to videos, informative articles, trustworthy product recommendations, and the inspiration to help you make your best meal. Learn more about us and our editorial process.