Kat Thompson

Associate Editor

Kat Thompson is the associate editor of Eater at Home. Her areas of expertise include cookbooks, home cooking, and Southeast Asian cuisine. Previously, she was a staff writer at Thrillist. Her work has appeared in the LA Times, Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, and more. In 2023, she and her team at Thrillist won a James Beard Foundation Award for innovative storytelling.

The Best Mushroom Recipes, According to Eater Staff

By Kat Thompson October 29

At Chicago’s Michelin-Starred Esmé, Art Is Interwoven Into Dinner

By Eater Video and Kat Thompson October 23

The Best International Candy to Give Out on Halloween

By Kat Thompson October 18

Is Making Your Own Curry Paste Worth It?

By Kat Thompson October 17

Let This Comforting Chicken and Rice Chile Verde Recipe Carry Your Through Fall

By Kat Thompson October 8

This Saucy Swahili Chicken Biriyani Recipe Will Feed a Crowd

By Kat Thompson October 1

What Should a Restaurant Give You When It’s Your Birthday?

A slice of cake and glass of Champagne are customary, but some places go the extra mile

By Kat Thompson September 26

We’ve Reached Peak Frozen Waffle. Here Are the Best.

By Kat Thompson September 26

The Most Comforting Breakfast Is This Thai Shrimp and Fish Rice Porridge Recipe

By Kat Thompson September 24

Blueberry Syrup Is the Easiest Way to Make Breakfast Feel Fancy

By Kat Thompson September 23