Nik Sharma

The Fundamentals of Flavor Go to The Fundamentals of Flavor.

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This book has lived with me since 2019.
Years of thinking about nature, science, and cooking—and how they come together through flavor.
I’m proud to finally share the cover with you.
More soon.

@chroniclebooks.bsky.social

It's always a special time when I get to go on @splendidtable.org and share my love for all things flavor.

Scientific American’s Best Fiction of 2025 The 10 best fiction books of 2025, explore far-off planets, future climate catastrophes and more

When the Moon Hits Your Eye shows up on this list from @sciam.bsky.social, which absolutely delights me, come see what else made the list

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Thank you

I am so happy and beyond the moon to share that my show, Flavor Forward on @americastestkitchen.com has been renewed for a second season. Thank you all for watching, sharing, and sending so much love. It truly means everything and the best holiday surprise I could have ever imagined 💕🙏🏽

CRISPR gene-editing works to reduce high cholesterol in a new study An experimental gene-editing treatment shows promise for permanently lowering levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, possibly helping cut the risk for heart disease.

An experimental gene-editing treatment shows promise for permanently lowering levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, possibly helping cut the risk for heart disease. n.pr/4hPhrQp

Appreciate your support always!

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Yes. It works on shrimp too

YouTube video by America's Test Kitchen The Secret to Juicy, Flavor-Packed Tandoori Salmon | Flavor Forward

Catch the full episode where I break down the science behind this on @testkitchen’s channel.
youtu.be/4vzyVz1GpMo

Ever wonder how to get tandoori-style smoky salmon without a tandoor?

I use the oven’s broiler to mimic that char but the secret isn’t just heat, it’s chemistry.

A quick baking-soda brine changes the salmon’s surface pH, tightening proteins just enough to keep it juicy under high heat.

YouTube video by America's Test Kitchen Ultimate One-Pan Dinner: Lemon-Braised Chicken and Couscous | Flavor Forward

youtu.be/QFnqs10QWlc

A love letter to lemons in the latest episode of FLAVOR FORWARD

Why not! I’d say try it.

Pineapple and Five-Spice Rice Krispies Treats | America's Test Kitchen The aromatic blend of five-spice pairs beautifully with freeze-dried and crystallized pineapple in this creative Rice Krispies Treat.

Recipe here www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/1718...

I’d never eaten a Rice Krispies Treat until @americastestkitchen.com asked me to participate in this challenge. My entry a Chinese 5-spice and Pineapple loaded RKT

YouTube video by America's Test Kitchen This Recipe Will Change How You Think of Canned Beans | Flavor Forward

Episode 2 of Flavor Forward youtu.be/EG9mxOlZ_g0

Can canned beans really taste this good? Watch Episode 2 of Flavor Forward @testkitchen and see for yourself.
We’re just getting started — thank you all for the amazing response! This one’s all about Calabrian chiles, my go-to for smoky heat. Show it some love!

Pretty spectacular!

The One Important Rule about Black Pepper

Check out Episode 1 of Flavor Forward @americastestkitchen.com youtu.be/l9iBV7mKh0w

Episode 1 of Flavor Forward dropped @americastestkitchen.com please give it some love youtu.be/l9iBV7mKh0w

I will always remember this moment. My show Flavor Forward is now out on @americastestkitchen.com New episodes drop every Sunday. 🎉🥰😭

Thank you I hope you enjoy the show

From being rejected for years to getting to this moment and hosting my cooking-food science show is surreal! Check out Flavor Forward this Sunday, September 28. I’m so grateful to the incredible @americastestkitchen.com team and to all of you for being part of this journey from cookbooks to video💕🙏🏽

One of my favourite cookbook authors to follow

I’After months of filming, I can finally share: Flavor Forward with Nik Sharma. A show about flavor, science, and storytelling — and a milestone as the first Indian American and gay host @americastestkitchen.com Grateful to the brilliant team who made it possible. Premieres Sept 28 on ATK’s YouTube.

The Day Asparagus Made Me Google ‘Sudden Onset Deadly Body Odor' What Asparagus Season Tastes Like—Garlic, Lemon, Parmesan, and a Hint of Heat

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