David Stringer - The Takeout

Location

Columbia, SC

School

University of South Carolina

Expertise

Southern cuisine, Food reviews, Food history

David has judged regional food competitions, including barbecue and boiled peanuts, and completed training to become a certified BBQ judge.
He has reported on restaurant culture for over a decade, covering everything from openings and closures to the stories behind longstanding local favorites.
His food writing digs into how Southern ingredients and traditions became national favorites, exploring the deep roots of American food culture from his home base in South Carolina.

Experience

David is based in the American South, where he has spent the last two decades working in journalism and digital media. After graduating from the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism in 2006, he founded Scene SC, a long-running outlet covering Southern music and culture. He has contributed to regional publications including SCETV, Jasper Magazine, Free Times, and The Post and Courier, with a growing emphasis on food reporting and cultural storytelling.

Education

David graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2006, where he studied Journalism and Sport and Entertainment Management.

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Stories By David Stringer

This Popular Coffee Chain Had Its Own Line Of Cereals In The '80s

Back in the '80s, Dunkin' Donuts' attention was fixed on more than coffee. The coffee chain had its eyes on breakfast cereal dollars. It didn't work out.
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Don't Be Fooled – There Really Is A Difference Between Shrimp And Prawns

Shrimp and prawn are often confused — especially in the U.S. and Australia, where the terms are interchangeable. But there is a difference between the two.
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Why Mustard Should Be In All Your Homemade Vinaigrettes

No matter what vinagrette you make, from the most basic to an elaborate flavor concoction, you can't deliver without a dose of mustard. Find out why here.
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The Handy Kitchen Gadget Ina Garten Always Uses When Wrapping Up Leftovers

We fully aspire toward Ina Garten-level culinary talent. So, along with XL cosmos, we're using her favorite kitchen gadget to wrap up our leftovers like pros.
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Alton Brown Lights His Charcoal Grill Using This Pantry Staple

Alton Brown offers fans tricks for better cooking, baking, and grilling; including extending the life of his charcoal starter's flame using this pantry staple.
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The Buc-Ee's Ordering Mistake You Might Be Making On A Road Trip

We're in our Buc-ee's era, but we don't want to get barbecue sauce on our road trip fit. Fuel up on fan-favorite foods by ordering like a pro at Buc-ee's.
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The Divisive Meat You Won't Find Guy Fieri Eating

It's not often that TV host and restaurateur Guy Fieri encounters a meal he won't try at least once. But in addition to eggs, there's also a meat he won't eat.
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Give Pasta Sauce A Sweet Kick With This Juicy Summer Fruit

When pasta sauce is too acidic or needs a boost of sweetness, you can turn to sugar or even carrots for the fix. Or you can use this well-loved summer fruit.
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Why California Grows More Crops Than Any Other State

California is more than just Hollywood and earthquakes. The Golden State is also the largest agricultural state in America, thanks to its many unique resources.
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Is McDonald's Iced Tea Brewed Fresh?

Love it (it's delicious!) or hate it (it's too sweet!), McDonald's sweet tea remains one of the fast food chain's most popular drinks. But is it made fresh?
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The Right Way To Check Your Propane Grill For Leaks

A gas leak in your grill's propane tank is a serious and even dangerous problem. Learn how to determine if your tank is leaking and the easy way to fix it.
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