Ariel Knutson: Editorial Director, News, Food, & Drink

Title: Editorial Director, News, Food, & Drink

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Education: New York University

Arie is the Editorial Director for The Spruce Eats, Simply Recipes, Serious Eats, and Liquor where she manages news content production.
Spent 8 years working at the Kitchn where she launched and led their news and features program
Has worked as a freelance writer, recipe developer, and social media editor
Graduate of the culinary techniques program at the International Culinary Center

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.

About Simply Recipes

Simply Recipes, a Dotdash brand, is here to help you cook delicious meals with less stress and more joy, offering recipes and cooking advice for home cooks, by home cooks. We have more than 3000 tested recipes, guides, and meal plans, and draw over 15 million readers each month. Learn more about us and our editorial process.