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Tam To

location-pin Los Angeles, CA

School: UCLA

Expertise: health and wellness; recipe development; nutrition

Tam To

  • Recipe developer for Asian CPG brands such as Red Boat fish sauce and Kai Dong Foods
  • 6 years in biomedical research, focusing on skin health and acne pathogenesis
  • Research and review publications in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, International Journal of Molecular Sciences and Cell Communication and Signaling

Experience

Trusted Creator Tam didn't start out by experimenting in the kitchen, but rather in the lab. She's been a scientist for the last six years, researching the immunopathology of our skin, understanding our skin microbiome and inflammatory disease. She realized what she likes most about science is storytelling and getting to share impactful results with broad audiences, so she pivoted to marketing. But one thing has always been true: Tam loves food!

She always tries new food and restaurants, so she started a social media account as a way to give recommendations to her friends on where to go. Over time, she switched to cooking since she missed the creativity of experimentation. Now she's taken her passions to the kitchen, where she can be both a creative and a scientist! Tam enjoys making easy, flavorful, nutritious recipes that tie in Vietnamese and other Asian ingredients.

Within six months, she's developed recipes and content for brands such as Red Boat fish sauce, Kai Dong Foods, Panasonic, Sunlee and more. Tam has also partnered with a cooking app called Cookpad, where she shares recipes with other passionate cooks. Now she aims to tie in all her experiences to create recipes that are healthy, easy and nutritious, yet still so delicious!

Education

  • University of California, Los Angeles, bachelor's in biochemistry
  • University of California, Los Angeles, master's in molecular biology

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Articles & Recipes

Tam To’s Coffee & Matcha Toast

This coffee and matcha toast recipe is a fun, easy spin on the popular Malaysian Rotiboy coffee bun. The spread is mildly sweet and bakes into an addicting crumbly texture, making it perfect for breakfast or a snack. You’ll find yourself making this more often than French toast! —Tam To, Los Angeles, California

Tam To’s Matcha Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies

These matcha cranberry thumbprint cookies are a festive holiday treat that combines matcha tea flavor with tart cranberry jam. The cookies are perfect for Christmas gatherings because of the vibrant green and ruby red color. Each bite is soft, slightly crumbly and mildly sweet, making it a great cookie gift for any occasion! —Tam To, Los Angeles, California

Tam To’s Thick Spiced Hot Chocolate

This thick spiced hot chocolate is a cozy, indulgent drink inspired by rich French hot chocolate but elevated with spices like cinnamon, ginger and cloves. It is thick, has a deep chocolate flavor and is perfect for dipping with a croissant. This is an easy homemade hot cocoa recipe that is so much better than the instant packets. —Tam To, Los Angeles, California