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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Aldi sells grass-fed organic ground beef that shoppers can't get enough of. It's usually out of stock, so if you spot it, fans say it's worth stocking up on.
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It's easy to overlook the bun when thinking of ways to make your burgers better. This simple trick infuses buns with flavor and makes them super moist.
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Aldi's cheeses range from classics like Brie and cheddar to flavored options. But the best one is an aged cheese with a complex flavor and sharp smell.
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Travelers through the Midwest can check out this newer gas station that rivals Buc-ee's in pretty much every way besides number of locations.
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This Costco Kirkland canned tuna is the one to buy if you're concerned about mercury levels and enjoy tuna more than once weekly. Avoid the other brands.
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Getting a juicy pork tenderloin can be tricky. Try this simple method next time for a tender, flavorful result you'll want to make again and again.
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Costco is known for discount prices and bulk buys. But much to everyone's surprise, it is selling a rare and exceptionally high-priced bottle of whisky.
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If you miss McDonald's hot mustard, don't bother buying a so-called dupe at the store. A former McDonald's chef has a super-easy way to recreate it.
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Shoppers say that Tyson's frozen burgers have a charred taste that's comparable to Burger King. You can heat them easily for restaurant-quality burgers at home.
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Letting your meatballs simmer in this soda for hours in a slow cooker infuses them with sweet-savory flavor. Plus, they'll have a thick, sticky glaze.
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When celebrity chef Bobby Flay cooks with butter, there's only one brand he reaches for. Here's what to know about the popular dairy product.
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Fast Food
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There's a new In-N-Out hack in town. Here's how to get your burger Gorilla style. Make sure you've got plenty of napkins handy, because this one gets messy.
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Restaurants
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When you think of Olive Garden, the first thing that likely comes to mind is that never-ending supply of breadsticks. But who makes them for the chain?
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Store-bought frostings are convenient, but their flavor can leave much to be desired. Thankfully, there's one quick way to give them more nuance and depth.
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Restaurants
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Fast food isn’t usually the first place you think of for a freshly baked cookie, but this chain has been winning over fans with this sweet treat for years.
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This high-priced bottle of olive oil is the only one Martha Stewart says she uses. Here's what you need to know about whether or not it's worth buying.
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Coffee And Tea
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Italy has a rich coffee culture with many nuances that tourists may not be very familiar with. Keeping this one rule in mind will help you pass off as a local.
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Coffee And Tea
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Dunkalatte is popular among Dunkin' fans, but it has a reputation for going on and off the menu. Luckily, you can easily make a copycat version at home.
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If you're in the market for an air fryer, you won't want to miss this amazing deal on a Ninja air fryer that you won't see in most places you shop.
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Costco has a nice selection of affordable sushi platters, so this Kirkland sushi burrito has fans excited. However, some are not happy about how much it costs.
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Shopping Tips
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Skip the hassle of baking your own buttercream frosting for your next cake by trying this simple trick the next time you're shopping at Walmart.
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Restaurants
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If you love ribeye, there's only one place you need to look: this popular steakhouse chain that has Yelp reviewers absolutely raving about its dishes.
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Costco has a variety of deli meat to choose from and though we were hesitant about this particular one, it won our hearts with its balance of texture and taste.
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Firing up the grill to throw on a couple of burgers is a summertime requisite, but try this other method, and you might surprise yourself with a new favorite.
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Banana chips, often found in trail mix, are shockingly easy to whip up in your air fryer if you have a bundle that's about to go bad on your counter.
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Fast Food
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The unique flavor of White Castle's trademark sliders come from a cooking technique that most fast food restaurants don't use. Here's why it stands out.
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Fast Food
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In-N-Out finally closed a loophole that enabled customers to get a cheaper version of this popular secret menu item. Customers now pay the original price.
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