Alex Mayyasi

Joined Atlas Obscura in 2017

Editor of Gastro Obscura. Fan of ube. I enjoy rock climbing, trail running, and podcasts.

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Articles by Alex Mayyasi

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Stories shared by this traveler.

Maybe grandma's secret family recipe isn't so secret after all.

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The Dirty Secret of ‘Secret Family Recipes’

Surprisingly often, they're copied from mayo jars and famous cookbooks.

The setting for Weir's latest book is a lunar resort town.

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How Much Would Chinese Food Cost on the Moon in 2080?

Andy Weir on creating a believable food culture for his latest sci-fi novel.

Wishlist: 'Diplomacy' the Board Game

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Wishlist: 'Diplomacy' the Board Game

It's like "Risk" but with more talking (and less board-flipping).

Vintage kitchen canisters.

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Did Your Grandma Steal That ‘Secret Family Recipe’?

Help Gastro Obscura investigate.

Welcome to Gastro Obscura

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Welcome to Gastro Obscura

Our new food section is devoted to wonder and curiosity.