DB Kelly

With Us Since

2016

Location

Buffalo, New York

School

West Virginia University

Expertise

Mead-making and home brewing, Herb and vegetable gardens, Food history and vintage recipes

Because she is an avid home brewer, DB's friends and family have enjoyed the products of her experimental brews. From mead and lagers to stouts and everything in between, she firmly believes there's nothing quite like the anticipation of a new batch.
She absolutely fell in love with authentic Mexican cuisine while spending a year living along the Arizona-Mexico border.
DB credits her mother with her green thumb, which has led her to explore that art of growing fun and funky things like cucamelons, fig and peach trees, honeyberries, and an almost unreasonable number of orchids.

Experience

As a lifelong lover of writing, DB decided to turn her passion into a career in journalism. She has been fortunate enough to travel extensively, and sample regional cuisines from New York and New Orleans to Las Vegas and California's coast. She got an inside look at the foodie landscape of her hometown, Buffalo, New York, while working as a reporter for the Metro Source. After a move to the southwest, working as a graphic designer for Casa Grande Valley Newspapers in Arizona, she came to Mashed in 2016 to share her love and expertise for all things delicious. DB has contributed to many Static Media food brands since, including Daily Meal, The Takeout, Foodie, Chowhound, and Tasting Table. Inspired by a love of food history, gardening, and vintage 20th century recipes, she is currently working on a cookbook with a focus on tending to home gardens and recreating World War II-era recipes.

Education

DB has a bachelor's degree in English from West Virginia University with a focus in medieval literature and journalism.

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Stories By DB Kelly

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The Best Late Night Food Spot In Every US State

No matter where you are in the country, stop at one of these highly-rated eateries near you, all of which close late and are praised for delicious bites.
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The Best Fried Fish Joint In Every State

If you have a hankering for crispy, tender, flaky fried fish, head on over to any of these eateries in the United States, all of which have glowing reviews.
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What Are Garlic Scapes And How Do You Cook With Them?

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15 Worst Whiskeys Of All Time

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What To Eat With Just 24 Hours In Boston

Spending a day in Boston? Come hungry. From seafood spots to food trucks, bakeries, coffee shops, and pubs, the Walking City is a culinary gold mine.
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16 Best Italian Restaurants In Boston

Boston has so many amazing restaurants to choose from, but if you're in the mood for some Italian food, these are the Italian restaurants you need to pick from.
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Chain Restaurants That Serve The Highest And Lowest Quality Steak

Many chain restaurants in the U.S. pride themselves on serving steak, but depending on the establishment, the quality may not be up to par in terms of quality.
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