Su-Jit Lin

Su-Jit is a writer first and everything else second. Her work has been featured in Real Simple, The Spruce Eats, HuffPost, PEOPLE, Al Jazeera, Longreads, Thrillist, The Kitchn, Eat This, Not That!, AllRecipes, Yummly, Ravishly, AAA Magazine, and others. Her person, however, can be found looking for the very best food; shopping for or making food; traveling to sample food; working off said food through exercise or adventure; or writing about all of the above and how they shape the human experience.

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eight boxes of different brands of protein pasta lined up on a kitchen counter next to a kitchen scale

Sep 4, 2025

I tried 8 high-protein pastas, and my favorite contained cauliflower and parsnips

I tried protein-packed pasta from brands Barilla, Banza, Ancient Harvest, Lensi, Simple Truth, and Good & Gather to find the best plant-based one.

8 min read

Apr 25, 2025

Best woks of 2026, expert tested and reviewed

The best woks are some of the most versatile pieces of cookware you can buy. We tested 16 models to find the best woks for every home cook.

16 min read

Four flavors of costco muffins laid out and displayed on a white countertop

Nov 20, 2024

I tried every flavor of muffin I could find at Costco and ranked them from worst to best

From double chocolate and blueberry to coffee cake, I tried each muffin flavor from the Costco bakery I could find and ranked them from worst to best.

5 min read

Store-bought jarred red sauces arranged in a line on a white countertop

Oct 21, 2024

I tried 12 store-bought red sauces, and the major brands couldn't compete with the specialty jars

I tried red sauces from major and specialty brands like Prego, Classico, and Rao's Homemade to find the best preprepared option at the supermarket.

16 min read

the ergotron standing desk on a gradient blue background

Jun 14, 2024

Ergotron Mobile Desk review

A portable desk gives you more flexibility when working from home. The Ergotron Mobile Desk is easy to maneuver and has some stand-out features.

6 min read

Feb 14, 2023

My family owned a Chinese takeout restaurant. Here are 9 things we wished customers knew to avoid being offensive or inconsiderate.

Su-Jit Lin, whose parents owned a Chinese takeout restaurant when she was a kid, said it was a "hard life" that could be hard on the mind and spirit.

9 min read

Dec 19, 2022

We tried 10 brands of frozen mozzarella sticks to find the best ones

We tried 10 brands of the frozen appetizer to find the best, trying sticks from Target, Costco, Walmart, Trader Joe's, Kroger, TGI Friday's, and more.

11 min read

A barber talking to a client while cutting hair in a barber shop

Dec 15, 2022

We asked barbers the unspoken rules they wish customers knew — here are their 8 musts for shop etiquette

"My biggest pet peeve is lateness," says Rey Tineo of Status Barber Studio in New York. "You can chat and hang out, but please show up on time."

5 min read

Dec 8, 2022

The 8 rules of salon etiquette, according to hairstylists

Lots of people go to the hair salon, but not all of them know the ins and outs of being there. Three hairstylists share how to act as a customer.

5 min read

A walmart truck on a street next to shopping bags in a hallway as part of a review of Walmart InHome delivery.

Nov 9, 2022

For $20 a month, Walmart will deliver groceries and put them away for you. Here's what the service is like to use.

Walmart's InHome program is an add on for Walmart+ where vetted employees will enter your home and put your grocery delivery away.

14 min read

Boxes of nuts at BJ's and Costco with text on bottom right corner identifying each store

Jul 25, 2022

I shopped at Costco and then visited BJ's for the first time — I think the latter is a worthy competitor

I shopped the bulk-buy warehouse chains to see which I preferred. Both stores had large quantities of food and membership perks, but I found a winner.

15 min read

Bags of macadamia nuts in a purple cardboard display; Four muffins from Costco on a square plate

Costco Diaries

I live alone and don't have a Costco membership. Here are 12 things I stock up on when I shop with a card-carrying friend.

When I go with my card-carrying friend, I like to add fresh bakery, mozzarella sticks, Kirkland-brand organic olive oil, and Fage yogurt to the cart.

7 min read

Jul 12, 2022

I moved to Atlanta 2 years ago and think everyone should visit the booming city. Here's my complete guide to visiting Georgia's capital.

Traveling to Atlanta, Georgia? Here's the ultimate guide on where to stay, what to eat, activities, and advisories in Emerald City.

2 min read

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MAY 11: Centennial Olympic Park was built for the Centennial 1996 Summer Olympics and still remains a popular leisure destination on May 11, 2011 in Atlanta, georgia.

Jul 12, 2022

The best ways to get to and around Atlanta, Georgia, from the world's busiest airport to local transit tips

The closest airport to Atlanta serves both national and international carriers and the city's MARTA system offers buses and trains for getting around.

6 min read

Jul 12, 2022

I've explored Atlanta's best hotels and these are the 11 properties I'm most likely to book, plus 3 tips on choosing the right neighborhood

Atlanta has a range of upscale and boutique hotels across the city, whether in stylish Buckhead, busy Downtown, or artsy and vibrant Midtown.

10 min read

Brisket, coleslaw, collard greens, and crinkle cut fries from Atlanta's Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q.

Jul 12, 2022

I live in Atlanta and these are my top 13 restaurants visitors can't miss, from juicy BBQ to handmade dumplings

Don't know where to eat to Atlanta? Start with this list of local favorites including top cut steaks, slow-cooked pho, and more.

10 min read

Jul 12, 2022

I moved from New York to Atlanta — here are 11 things I love to do in my new city, including must-see parks and museums

The Beltline is a scenic way to explore the city on foot or bike, and Zoo Atlanta and the Georgia Aquarium are worthy stops for animal lovers.

10 min read

Atlanta's skyrises from the lawn outside of the Georgia Aquarium Atlanta Georgia

Jul 12, 2022

Everything tourists should know before visiting Atlanta, Georgia — weather advisories, what to pack, and more

From weather changes to the latest COVID-19 advisories, here's what you should know and prepare before visiting Atlanta, Georgia.

2 min read

Overhead shot of tagliatelle in tomato sauce in a bowl with a wooden background.

Jul 6, 2022

7 easy ways to make jarred tomato sauce taste better, according to chefs

Amp up the flavors and textures of jarred tomato sauce by adding in herbs, fresh vegetables, aromatics, cheese or cream, chili paste, or meat.

9 min read

Feb 28, 2022

I shopped at Aldi and Lidl to see which grocery store was better, and the newer chain was clearly superior

I did walkthroughs to find differences between the budget German grocery chains and learn which has the better value, offerings, and experience.

24 min read