Welcome to TTBS Kitchen: Where Food Meets Story
Behind every great recipe is a voice, a heritage, or an experiment gone delightfully right—and at TTBS Kitchen, we’re always looking for passionate writers who want to share their food stories with the world. Founded by culinary visionary Zyphara Durnhaven, TTBS Kitchen isn’t just about what’s on the plate—it’s about the journey that brought it there. From our test kitchen at 1659 Stonecoal Road, Toledo, Ohio 43609, ideas simmer daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, stirring up a robust mix of culinary pulse updates, home kitchen techniques, ingredient spotlights, and gourmet breakdowns that feed both the mind and palate.
Writing for us means joining a cultivated, passionate team of contributors shaped by curiosity and a reverence for the craft of cooking. Whether you’re a seasoned food writer, a weekend recipe tinkerer, or someone with a singular culinary tale to tell, we invite you to become part of our editorial table.
Why Write for TTBS Kitchen?
Because food is never just food here. Every piece we publish is designed to enlighten, empower, and awaken the senses of readers who live for flavor. Our community stretches far beyond the stovetop: it’s populated by home chefs, aspiring culinarians, kitchen philosophers, and people who understand that chopping garlic can be an act of mindfulness.
Contributing to TTBS Kitchen is a chance to shape that conversation. Our readership seeks not only practical tips but also deeper understanding: why certain spices dance so well together, what makes a dish elevate from ordinary to extraordinary, and how cooking nurtures identity and connection.
Your Voice, Our Canvas
At TTBS Kitchen, we encourage narrative depth, well-researched insights, and articulate passion. We embrace a refined yet welcoming tone—think cultivated, curious, and seasoned with perspective. When you write for us, your expertise is celebrated, your anecdotes are valued, and your experience-backed wisdom meets readers hungry for truth and technique.
Your article could spotlight the evolution of a beloved family recipe, offer a comprehensive look at a misunderstood herb, or present a method-tested tip that reshapes how someone thinks about brining or searing. We’re not chasing viral gimmicks. We’re telling lasting stories.
Here’s What We’re Looking For
- Culinary Pulse Updates: Share the next big movement in food culture, whether it’s the re-rise of fermentation, the minimalist cooking wave, or an unsung region shaping the modern kitchen.
- Gourmet Dish Breakdowns: Dissect classic or contemporary recipes with clarity, technique, and respect for culinary tradition. Include historical flourishes or flavor profiles where relevant.
- Flavor Profiles: Offer insightful essays on specific spices, condiments, or ingredient medleys—where they come from, how they shape cuisine, and how to use them with sophistication.
- Home Kitchen Hacks: From storage methods to cheat codes for meal prep, deliver nuanced advice that helps cooks of all experience levels work smarter in their kitchens.
- Cooking Tips & Tutorials: Support readers with precise methods, clear instructions, and experiential wisdom—especially when demystifying intimidating techniques.
Our Contributors Say It Best
“I thought I was submitting a recipe. What I ended up writing was a love letter to the Sunday mornings of my childhood.” — A TTBS guest writer
“The editorial feedback made my voice sharper, my ideas more resonant. There’s a deep respect here for writing that honors the reader’s appetite for substance.” — Seasonal contributor
Submission Guidelines
- Length: Most submissions range between 800–1,200 words, but we value quality over quantity. Start with a well-structured idea and let it expand organically.
- Tone: Educated, approachable, and reflective of TTBS Kitchen’s cultivated voice. We seek writing that’s both flavorful and thoughtful—seasoned, but never pretentious.
- Originality: We only publish original, previously unpublished work. If you’ve posted your piece elsewhere, it’s likely not a fit.
- Sourcing: Cite influences, sources, and recipe inspirations where appropriate. We respect culinary lineage and value transparency.
How to Pitch or Submit an Article
To share your idea or manuscript with us, email us directly at [email protected]. Please include the following in your message:
- A short bio (75–100 words) highlighting your background and food connection
- Your full article or a pitch summary (3–5 sentences)
- A brief note about why this story matters to you—and why it might matter to our readers
We do our best to review all submissions within 10–12 business days. If your piece feels like a delicious match, we’ll reach out to discuss publication details and any editorial feedback we might have.
Join a Community Rooted in Respect and Curiosity
Our kitchen is open to many voices—not just chefs, but also historians, gardeners, spice traders, home cooks, food scientists, and culinary explorers. If your cultural heritage has a taste tradition worth sharing or your kitchen experiments have unearthed a new trick, we want to hear about it.
We believe that writing about food is, in essence, writing about humanity—our roots, our resilience, our joy. At TTBS Kitchen, we treat every story as an offering to that ever-growing table.
Explore Our World
Need a sense of how we season our own stories? Wander through our editorial pantry at Share Your Story—a space where our contributors have blended technique and narrative, tradition and innovation. Let their experiences stir your own creativity.
Have questions, musings, or simply a story too good to stay tucked away in your recipe box? Don’t hesitate. Reach out to us via email or give us a call at +1 419-620-8819. Let your culinary tale find its audience among readers who know that food writing, at its best, lingers long after the last bite.
Send Us Your Story. Let’s Savor Every Word.
Whether you’re bringing a new technique to life, unpacking a deeply-held food memory, or laying bare the science behind a perfectly emulsified hollandaise, there’s a place for you at TTBS Kitchen. The kitchen is waiting—will you pull up a stool and write?