Expertise
Coffee Enthusiast, Restaurant Lover, Viral Recipes
- Jenna lived in New York City for four years while attending college, where her love for trying new cuisines and restaurants began.
- During her time at VUE NJ, she got the opportunity to dine at and review The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens in Times Square.
- Jenna is passionate about sharing her love for food through her writing.
Experience
Jenna began her writing career as a staff writer for her university's newspaper, The Pace Press, for three years in college. This experience led to her first professional role as an editorial intern at TV Guide Magazine. During her academic career, Jenna studied abroad in Madrid, Spain, during her junior year, opening the door to her passion for trying new cuisines, which later transferred to her professional career. Her most recent work as an editorial intern at VUE NJ allowed Jenna to write food reviews of restaurants around the state of New Jersey. When she's not writing, Jenna enjoys trying new recipes to build up her own cooking skills.
Education
Jenna has a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies from Pace University.
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You don't have to visit an exclusive wine cellar to score the real deal when it comes to pinot grigio. Costco delivers with an affordable and certified option.
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Use the right containers and set your food up for success before storing it, and you'll have an easy time keeping your prepped meals fresh until Friday.
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Design & Decor
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If you grew up during the 1980s, this once-popular design choice is sure to give your modern kitchen's walls and cabinets a touch of nostalgia.
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Kitchen Tools
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A stand mixer may be the usual way to make whipped cream, but if you want a thicker and creamier result, swap it with this appliance instead.
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Tired of chowing down on too-sticky rice? Here's how long to cook jasmine rice for fluffy, restaurant-quality results, no matter where you're making it.
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Costco may have discontinued this popular frozen treat long ago, but you can still get the same dessert (and its familiar flavors) from Sam's Club.
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For fans of Poppi and other popular prebiotic sodas, head to Aldi to try out its unique soda brand that's super-cheap and just as delicious.
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If you're a Costco shopper who loves dumplings, you'll want to skip this one frozen dumpling brand. Trust us, hold out for something better.
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While celery does have its own mild taste, it also operates as something of a blank flavor canvas, and dishes like this retro appetizer can bring it to life.
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Design & Decor
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Stock up your kitchen with chic serving bowls with vintage vibes by grabbing a few of this pretty Dollar Tree find that only costs $1.50 each.
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Shopping Tips
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Want the pleasure of eating pumpkin pie that tastes and feels homemade but without the hassle of baking one from scratch? This store-bought option is for you.
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Sweeten up your holiday season with these delectable, chewy, and affordable hot cocoa cookies that are sold for a budget-friendly price at Dollar Tree.
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Shopping Tips
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A good sourdough should have a light and airy crumb, a crisp crust, and a slight tangy flavor. Unfortunately, this pricey loaf disappointed in all categories.
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Coffee And Tea
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There are a number of different ways to reheat your cup of joe, but one incredibly convenient and clever kitchen gadget makes keeping coffee hot a breeze.
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Shopping Tips
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Craving soup this fall but don't feel like making it from scratch? We tried seven brands of this creamy soup and found Great Value's version to be worth buying.
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It's officially soup season, and Food Network star Ina Garten has a secret for ensuring bold flavors every time. Here's how to make the best homemade soup.
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If you shop at Costco in Canada, this restaurant-quality dessert is a huge hit and a great deal. And if you're in the U.S., there are some sweet alternatives.
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Crumbl had great success using social media marketing to sell its visually appealing cookies, but it also violated child labor laws in six states.
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Dropped in the store's weekly Aldi Finds, this slick organizer is a savior for messy kitchens. And it's cheaper than Target's version but has similar features.
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Root beer in chili? Don't knock it till you try it! There's a reason why that sweet, spicy, and herbaceous carbonated beverage belongs in your chili.
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Coffee And Tea
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Try this non-alcoholic, cost-efficient upgrade for café-style flavors at home. This Trader Joe’s syrup is versatile, delicious, and budget-friendly.
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If your eyes are set on a Stanley tumbler but you'd rather not shell out that much money for it, this similar-looking Dollar Tree dupe is a worthy alternative.
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This brand of wheat bread is our absolute favorite option on the shelves. It easily surpassed the competition in our wheat bread ranking, and for good reason.
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This trick gives a popular party snack a crisp, salty, and savory upgrade. Plus, it's very easy to customize and elevate this appetizer even further.
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Shopping Tips
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There are so many alternative milks on the market these days. But cashew milk has attracted some controversy, and some ethically minded shoppers are boycotting.
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Bored of your granola? Liven up your granola routine by giving the breakfast treat a boost of energy from instant coffee. Here's how to make it happen.
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Shopping Tips
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We tasted several Little Debbie treats and one clearly stood out. The others weren't necessarily bad, but none could beat this aspect of the top-ranking treat.
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