David Sam Kaplan

David Sam Kaplan is a seasoned culinary professional with diverse experience in the food and beverage industry. Currently serving as the Recipe Editor at The Daily Meal since April 2018, David has also worked as a Bartender at Empellon since February 2016. Other notable roles include Test Kitchen Extern at Saveur Magazine, Freelance Recipe Contributor at Domino Media Group, Assistant General Manager at Tipsy Parson, and an Opening Team Member and Service Manager at Hill Country Barbecue Market. David holds a Culinary Arts degree from the Institute of Culinary Education, obtained between 2017 and 2018, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from the University of Arizona - Eller College of Management, completed in 2012.