School
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Expertise
Dining Out, Homemade Pasta, Vegetarian Cuisine
- As an avid traveler, Emily prioritizes immersing herself in local culture, cuisine, and wine around the world.
- A vegetarian for more than 25 years, Emily is an expert at finding, creating, and enjoying plant-based cuisine.
- Watching her step-father prepare authentic manicotti and "red gravy" from recipes passed down by his family for generations further piqued her interest in cooking and tradition.
Experience
Emily has worked as a freelance writer for more than five years. Her writing covers topics ranging from kitchen organization to Las Vegas restaurants to women's empowerment and everything in between. Her passion for food developed at a young age when she started experimenting with a plant-based diet. Emily also previously worked in the food service industry for 15 years as a server, bartender, host, and food runner.
Education
Emily has a Bachelor of Arts in English and political science from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Her studies focused on modern literature, cultural criticism, and inclusivity.
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News
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Starbucks released a new lineup of secret menu beverages, and we tried them all. Were these sweet secrets drinks worth declassifying, or should you skip them?
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Cocktails and Spirits
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People often associate higher priced bottles with better quality, but these cheap bourbons pack plenty of flavor and complexity at a fraction of the cost.
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Shopping Tips
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Prices on pretty much all food products are about to skyrocket, so we've taken the time to decipher which frozen foods you should buy now before that happens.
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Cooking Tips
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Chicken and rice soup is one of the ultimate comfort meals, but that doesn't mean it's foolproof to make every time. These are common mistakes you should avoid.
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Trader Joe's
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Trader Joe's surprisingly has a ton of salsa varieties to choose from. So, we decided to try all of them to uncover which is the best you should buy.
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Dunkin'
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There's no espresso this time around, but Sabrina Carpenter's latest beverage collab with Dunkin' lives up to the sweet, strawberry summer hype.
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Cooking Tips
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Though many people do love cold pizza, if you're looking to reheat yours, there are many better ways out there than using the microwave. Here are some of them.
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Costco
By Emily M Alexander
Though Costco is known for bulk items, that doesn't mean they're all expensive. In fact, there are some pretty amazing items you can get for under $5.
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Cocktails and Spirits
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As you probably know, lots of foods and beverages are about to skyrocket in price. These are some of the liquors it's worthwhile to stock up on before they do.
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Grocery
By Emily M Alexander
Strawberry ice cream is one of the best flavors out there to many, but so many different brands carry it on grocery store shelves. We tried and ranked them.
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Grocery
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Garlic bread is heavenly. But sometimes you just don't have it in you to make it at home. We decided to try many frozen garlic breads to find the best.
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Did you know that flour can go bad? Well, it can, and it's important not to use expired flour. Here are some signs to look out for to see if it has gone bad.
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Drink
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We wanted to find the best bottled water out there, from Dasani to Smartwater, so we decided to try as many as we could and rank them from worst to best.
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Trader Joe's
By Emily M Alexander
Trader Joe's has a lot of salad dressings on offer, so we decided to try literally all of them to find the best of the best. Spoiler alert: They were so good.
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Food
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If you're looking to buy popcorn on Amazon, here's a taste test that will help inform your purchase. From Argires to G.H. Cretors, let's get poppin'.
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Costco
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Grocery store prices in the U.S. are about to skyrocket due to tariffs. These are some Costco foods you should consider buying now before they do.
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Cooking Tips
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It's time to level up your french fry game. From ranch seasoning to poutine to Old Bay seasoning, these are creative seasonings to put on french fries.
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Costco
By Emily M Alexander
Costco's Kirkland Signature brand has its own version of pretty much any food item you can think of, including vodka. We compared the French and American ones.
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Cooking Tips
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Ever wonder why your favorite restaurant fish sandwich tastes so much better than what you make at home? Two expert seafood chefs weigh in.
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City Guides
By Emily M Alexander
Sayulita, Mexico has a thriving food scene. But with so many great options to choose from, here are some recommendations of can't-miss spots in Sayulita.
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Grocery
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Dave's Killer Bread is often compared to Ezekiel bread. But which one is truly tastier? We tried a few kinds and pit them against each other to find out.
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Shopping Tips
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Shopping for produce just got a whole lot easier. We consulted some experts on how to spot red flags when selecting produce at the grocery store.
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Food
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Frozen pierogis are quick and delicious. We've tasted four brands in order to give you a little insight into their texture, flavor, and more.
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Pizzerias
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Looking for a stuffed crust pizza and wondering where you should order from? We compared Domino's to Papa John's and Pizza Hut to find the best stuffed crust.
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Don't throw away that empty Parmesan cheese bottle just yet. Try out one of these hacks for reusing it and giving it a new life in your kitchen or pantry.
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Food
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If you love a good burger, it's wise to know what are some of the best cheese slices to melt on top. Here's a ranking from worst to best.
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Food
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Mac and cheese is a delicious comfort food. If you're running short on time, you might go for the frozen stuff. We're ranking 13 frozen mac and cheese brands.
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