Jae Thomas

Jae Thomas is a food, lifestyle, and e-commerce writer based in Brooklyn, NY. Their work has appeared in Marie Claire, Bon Appétit, Mashable, New York Mag’s Bedford + Bowery, and more. When they’re not writing, developing recipes, or overseeing SEO strategy for The Interlude, you’ll find them online shopping, whipping up Mexican food, or tending to their ridiculous amount of houseplants.
Illustration of a person clutching a small plant on a couch. Surrounding her are massive, leafy greens.

My Plants Keep Me Rooted

Sometimes a family is one gardener and 20 houseplants.
Photo of sopa de albondigas by Jae Thomas.

Historias de la Cocina: Caldo de Albondigas (Meatball Soup)

This soup is the perfect remedy for sniffles, cold days, and pandemic blues.
Illustration by Sara Schleede.

This Survival Show Is My Distraction from the Pandemic

I’d literally rather live in the wilderness than think about the coronavirus ever again.
Photo of dish served with lemon aioli.

No Oven Space? Make These Easy Pan-Fried Potatoes With Brussels Sprouts Instead

This patatas bravas-inspired side dish with bacon and homemade lemon aioli will do the heavy lifting on your Thanksgiving table.
Photo of savory dry-brined turkey breast by the Jae Thomas.

Try This Dry-Brined Turkey Breast, Perfect for a Small Thanksgiving

Don’t worry — your turkey will still be juicy and full of flavor.
Photo of croquetas de papa by Jae Thomas.

Historias de la Cocina: Croquetas de Papa (Potato Croquettes)

Recreating a recipe that died along with my great-grandmother.
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