Location
Seattle, Washington
School
Southeastern University
Expertise
Restaurant and coffee news, Gut Health and anti-inflammatory nutrition, Recipe round ups
- As a self-proclaimed coffee fanatic, Allison has reported extensively on third and fourth wave coffee, and covered more than two dozen cafe openings in her hometown of Sarasota, Florida, testing every new espresso concoction along the way.
- Some of her favorite pieces include interviewing Martha Stewart for Well+Good about tips for hosting the perfect dinner party, and writing a roundup of the best U.S. restaurants for a quiet, child-free date night for Only In Your State.
- Upon moving to Seattle in 2022, Allison combined her passion for nutrition with excitement to try diverse cuisines that offer anti-inflammatory and gut-health benefits; her favorites include Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Caribbean, and Japanese staples.
Experience
Allison is a writer and editor with seven years of experience in both digital and print media. She began her career at Sarasota Magazine, a website and print publication where she covered local news and events as well as food and health topics. Since then, she has specialized in health, nutrition, and lifestyle journalism, joining the editorial teams at LIVESTRONG.com and Well+Good to create original, expert-driven content for both websites. As a freelance writer and editor, she has also contributed to several top wellness and lifestyle brands, including Health.com, Everyday Health, Lose It!, and Only In Your State. She strives to create content that informs and inspires readers to live fuller, healthier lives. While contributing to Tasting Table, she enjoys writing about new restaurants, trending food and beverage recipes on social media, and featured or limited-release menu items at popular food establishments.
Education
Allison has a bachelor's degree in digital media and design from Southeastern University.
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Casual Dining
By Allison Forsyth 3 days ago
While Texas Roadhouse sides can sometimes feel like afterthoughts next to the steak and rolls, you could make a meal out of the premium options from this chain.
By Allison Forsyth 3 days ago
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Coffee Shops
By Allison Forsyth 5 days ago
Of all the Original 7 Brew coffee drinks, its version of a breve, known as the Blondie, is by far the best —and it comes in many flavors.
By Allison Forsyth 5 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 5 days ago
Skip the gravy on your Culver's mashed potatoes and make a meal out of them with a spicy, savory upgrade. The flavor will rival that of a KFC Famous Bowl.
By Allison Forsyth 5 days ago
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Baking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 6 days ago
What's your favorite part of Halloween? Ours is Pillsbury Halloween cookies. However, to make them extra yummy, we suggest turning them into a skillet dessert.
By Allison Forsyth 6 days ago
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Baking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 5 days ago
This simple upgrade takes a fall classic up a level with a savory, crispy topping that adds a little more flavor and texture to every slice.
By Allison Forsyth 5 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 7 days ago
The Dairy Queen Blizzard is already a fan-favorite at the ice cream chain, but you can enhance your sweet treat with these simple tricks.
By Allison Forsyth 7 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 7 days ago
With a simple saucy switch, you can make your regular double cheeseburger taste like a special items from McDonald's France. Here's how to hack it.
By Allison Forsyth 7 days ago
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Traditions
By Allison Forsyth 9 days ago
Variety packs of popular American candies might be the norm on Halloween night, but trick or treaters will appreciate these 15 alternatives.
By Allison Forsyth 9 days ago
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Cooking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 12 days ago
Bacon gets a fall-inspired upgrade when just a few ingredients are added to the delicious dish — and there are tons of ways to use it.
By Allison Forsyth 12 days ago
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Coffee Shops
By Allison Forsyth 13 days ago
It makes one of the best iced vanilla lattes we've tried, with freshly roasted coffee, a perfect blend of vanilla and milk, and just the right amount of ice.
By Allison Forsyth 13 days ago
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Cooking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 13 days ago
It's sweet, slightly sour, and its acidity helps break down tough meat for fall-off-the-bone barbecue.
By Allison Forsyth 13 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 13 days ago
Build the ultimate Wawa Meatball Parmesan sandwich. Level up your next Wawa run with these 5 simple ordering tips.
By Allison Forsyth 13 days ago
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Coffee and Tea
By Allison Forsyth 14 days ago
Coffee trends come and go, but if you love banana bread coffee, this one store-bought creamer should be in your fridge to stay.
By Allison Forsyth 14 days ago
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Cooking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 17 days ago
Ground beef can taste rather bland on its own, but this zesty ingredient adds a subtle kick that pairs deliciously with almost any side dish.
By Allison Forsyth 17 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 18 days ago
Steak 'n Shake serves popular burgers that are beloved by customers, but fans say adding this sauce will make the fast food order taste 10x more flavorful.
By Allison Forsyth 18 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 18 days ago
While the French-style Filet-O-Fish is not on the American McDonald's menu, you can customize your order to get it pretty close.
By Allison Forsyth 18 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 17 days ago
The North Atlantic Cod Sandwich isn't the most popular item at Culver's, and it's not hard to figure out why, as customer reviews are hit or miss.
By Allison Forsyth 17 days ago
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How-Tos
By Allison Forsyth 19 days ago
Eating a protein-packed meal is important. This doesn't have to be a complicated process, especially with leftover pasta around to combine with canned tuna.
By Allison Forsyth 19 days ago
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Casual Dining
By Allison Forsyth 19 days ago
According to one of our Tasting Table writers, nothing compares to this seafood dish from Texas Roadhouse.
By Allison Forsyth 19 days ago
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Coffee and Tea
By Allison Forsyth 19 days ago
Our taste tester tried and ranked 12 banana-flavored coffee chain drinks and found the best beverage came from this southwest chain.
By Allison Forsyth 19 days ago
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Cooking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 20 days ago
Whether you've added too much oil to the pan, or you have a fatty blend of ground beef, here's a mess-free way to get rid of the excess grease.
By Allison Forsyth 20 days ago
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Cooking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 22 days ago
Chicken fricassee is a classic French dish that is typically found in fancy restaurants, but with this $2 canned soup, you can effortlessly make it at home.
By Allison Forsyth 22 days ago
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Baking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 24 days ago
If you don't have time to make a classic homemade peach cobbler, there’s a hack using peaches and Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies for the perfect dupe.
By Allison Forsyth 24 days ago
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Casual Dining
By Allison Forsyth 25 days ago
Outback Steakhouse has some pretty good seafood, but if you want your surf to take center stage over your turf, the restaurant's sister chain is a must-try.
By Allison Forsyth 25 days ago
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Cooking Tips
By Allison Forsyth 25 days ago
We highlighted a fantastic glaze in a salmon recipe that brings fall flavors to the table.
By Allison Forsyth 25 days ago
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Cook
By Allison Forsyth 25 days ago
All it takes is a bit of time (a few hours in the freezer) and three ingredients to make something delectable.
By Allison Forsyth 25 days ago
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Fast Food
By Allison Forsyth 26 days ago
While Taco Bell originated in the U.S., foreign locations have exclusive menu items. To recreate a Canadian-style burrito stateside, order it like this.
By Allison Forsyth 26 days ago
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