School
Kent State University, Paris American Academy
Expertise
Slow-Roasted Meats, 30-Minute Meals, Craft Cocktails
- Michelle is certified in nutrition coaching and specializes in meals meant for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
- She grew up in a family of 6 and learned to make fast, filling meals for a crowd. While Michelle is mostly gluten and dairy-free, her sisters are pescatarian and her dad allergic to fish and nuts, so she's also learned to accommodate many diets (and all in one meal!).
- Michelle works as a production baker in Cleveland's largest scratch bakery, making macarons, crepe cakes, buttercream, and cookies.
Experience
Michelle is a professional food stylist, photographer, and recipe developer who specializes in home-cooked, rustic, and easy meals. She has experience in commercial food styling with national brands and photographs for local businesses and restauranteurs. While she has roots all over the Midwest, Michelle loves to travel and has visited many countries and much of the US. Michelle's recipes are inspired by her favorite friends and chefs in the industry and utilize trained back of house techniques.
Education
Michelle has a bachelor's degree in fashion design from The Fashion School at Kent State University, located near Cleveland.
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Restaurants
By Michelle McGlinn
When Taco Bell announced menu items featuring chicken, bacon, and ranch, I jumped at the chance to try them, excited by the idea of ranch-covered Mexican foods.
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Shopping
By Michelle McGlinn
We taste-tested and ranked seven Screamin’ Sicilian frozen pizza flavors to find the best crust, sauce, and toppings, and which pies we would buy again.
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Shopping
By Michelle McGlinn
We taste-tested and ranked nine Uncrustables flavors, judging sweetness, texture, and some nostalgia to reveal which frozen sammy truly deserves the top spot.
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Coffee And Tea
By Michelle McGlinn
We tasted the brown sugar shaken espresso drinks from Starbucks and Dunkin' to determine how they measured up. See which drink we liked the best.
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Shopping
By Michelle McGlinn
The brand’s latest crave-worthy sweet is inspired by a longtime dessert classic, but does it have what it takes to be another one of America’s favorite snacks?
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Fast Food
By Michelle McGlinn
We taste-tested roast beef sandwiches, ranking flavor, quality, bread, ratio of meat to toppings, and the overall value to find which ones are worth ordering.
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Trader Joe's
By Michelle McGlinn
Orange chicken is a great takeout treat, but when you want to enjoy it from the comfort of your own home, only one store's version reigns supreme.
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Fast Food
By Michelle McGlinn
When you want to cozy up with a bowl of soup without having to stand over a simmering pot, these are the fast food restaurants that do it best (and worst).
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Beer And Wine
By Michelle McGlinn
Just because your wine comes in a box doesn't mean it lacks flavor or mouthfeel. We sipped on six brands and there's one we'd be happy to have again.
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Beer And Wine
By Michelle McGlinn
You might picture wine being sipped from a glass, but many brands make a canned version for you to take on the go. Here are some of our favorites.
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Fast Food
By Michelle McGlinn
With meat, cheese, and vegetables piled high, the classic Italian is a fan favorite. We tried six chains' take on the sub to decide which we liked the most.
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Fast Food
By Michelle McGlinn
Crispy Chicken returns to Taco Bell with a fiery collab. The four limited-time menu items combine Crispy Chicken with the new Frank's RedHot Diablo Sauce.
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Coffee And Tea
By Michelle McGlinn
Nespresso Vertuo has something for everyone, offering over 30 flavors. We tried and ranked 17 of them, so you know which cup of coffee to start your day with.
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How-To
By Michelle McGlinn
There are a few ways to reheat fried chicken that can return the soggy pieces to their former glory. In this guide, we outline the three best methods.
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How-To
By Michelle McGlinn
Read on to discover how to make your slices taste fresh. Here's the best way to reheat a frozen pizza at home, using just a microwave and an air fryer.
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Shopping Tips
By Michelle McGlinn
Jimmy Dean is renowned for its wide selection of breakfast sandwiches, but with so many options, how do you choose? We tried the most popular to find the best.
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Fast Food
By Michelle McGlinn
Wendy's has joined the chicken tenders game by releasing Tendys, complete with six new dipping sauces. We placed an order to find out if they're any good.
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Trader Joe's
By Michelle McGlinn
When football season rolls around, the pre-game tailgate is all part of the fun. To kick things off right, these are the best portable snacks at Trader Joe's.
By Michelle McGlinn
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How-To
By Michelle McGlinn
Homemade chicken wings are delicious and affordable, and with just some simple cuts with a paring knife you can make your own restaurant-style flats and drums.
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Shopping
By Michelle McGlinn
Premium ice cream should be a luxury experience, providing a smooth mouthfeel and a rich taste. We tasted 9 premium brands to see which ones stand out.
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Fast Food
By Michelle McGlinn
Taco Bell is the place to go for satisfying late-night cravings, but it also has a breakfast menu for the early mornings, too. Here are the items we liked most.
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Costco
By Michelle McGlinn
Costco offers members a few different options of olive oil, and after trying them all, we decided which ones are the best and worst for all your cooking needs.
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Drinks
By Michelle McGlinn
Dr. Pepper comes in 20 different flavors, not including its many limited edition versions. We tasted and ranked several to see which is the best.
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Shopping
By Michelle McGlinn
Not all store-bought, frozen bean burritos are best reserved for the back of your freezer. We tried 10 of them and there's one we'll definitely reach for again.
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Trader Joe's
By Michelle McGlinn
Trader Joe's is known for its delicious brand name frozen food, and its Mexican entrees are no different. Here are the 8 best options you can try.
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Drinks
By Michelle McGlinn
Liquid I.V. is a convenient way to replenish your body with the electrolytes it needs. It can be a delicious one, too, if you read up on the best flavors.
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Restaurants
By Michelle McGlinn
Whether you prefer a quiet candelit dinner or a competitive evening filled with games, this list of restaurant chains has you covered for your next date night.
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