Ceara Milligan
Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
School
Marquette University
Expertise
Food Trivia And History, Cheese And Dairy, Culinary Science
- Ceara has taken several cooking classes throughout her life, all of which have helped broaden her knowledge of the beauty and versatility of food.
- She has worked closely with various artisan cheesemakers, dairy farmers, and cheese shop owners to tell their unique stories and promote their artisan products.
- She has published two children's books — one which is about an anthropomorphic chili pepper — with a third on the way in 2024.
Experience
Ceara has been a professional marketer and writer for more than a decade. Over the years, she has gained writing experience across digital and traditional media. She joined Mashed in January 2021 and loves the opportunity to share wit and wisdom about the foods and beverages that connect cultures and people from all walks of life. Ceara is a proud Midwesterner who was born and raised in the southwest suburbs of Chicago and currently lives in Milwaukee. She enjoys dining out, experimenting with new recipes at home, and swapping recipes with friends, family members, and colleagues.
Education
Ceara has a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Marquette University, where she double majored in marketing and information technology. She graduated cum laude in 2012.
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Stories By Ceara Milligan
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There are many mocktail recipes, which utilize botanicals for their unique flavor. But, what are botanicals, and how do they affect the flavor of your drink?
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Unlike the giant, flying, fire-breathing reptile we know from fairytales, the dragon fruit is nothing to be afraid of. In fact, some find it to be delicious.
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There is one spice that, while now common in many parts of the world, was once incredibly valuable and rare. In fact, you probably enjoy it every single day.
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A startup in Singapore called SinFooTech is shaking up the beverage industry with its sustainable pursuit: turning tofu byproduct into wine.
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When baking chocolate chip cookies you may have noticed that the chips definitely soften from the heat, but they never fully melt in the oven. Do you know why?
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Baskin Robbins' latest design update includes a fresh logo, a quirky catchphrase, and a color that is making a meaningful comeback.
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Avocado toast is wildly customizable, and if you want to add color, a zesty flavor and a crisp texture, you'll definitely want to try this ingredient.
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A lot of culinary experts and diners will also tell you that duck meat tends to be greasier or fattier than other menu items. Why is this the case?
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Marinara sauce is so ubiquitous that it can be used in nearly any cuisine. But the origin of its name has been somewhat mysterious — here's how it came about.
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The next time you fire up the grill to cook some bratwurst for your pals, be sure to have plenty of your favorite beer handy as well — but not just to drink.
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This one bubbly ingredient for your cocktails can make any occasion feel like a celebration. Give your cocktails an extra dose of happiness!
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Aside from the normal uses of ranch, many companies have gotten adventurous. But even if you are a true ranch lover, how willing would you be to drink it?
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Don't let the indulgence fool you, because perhaps contrary to popular belief, the list of ingredients on a bag of Fritos is surprisingly short.
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You may have noticed differences in taste and texture, but is there a real difference in the formulas for American and European chocolate? Yes. Here's why.
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Beans are known for their mellow flavor and creamy texture, but there's one rather unexpected dessert dish you can make with a can of black beans.
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Dairy farmers around the country are investing in regenerative agriculture practices to make their products more sustainable.
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German chocolate cake has nothing to do with the nation that introduced the world to spätzle. But if it isn't German, then who dreamt up this famous treat?
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Experts say you should smell cheese before you eat it, and it's not because you're testing whether it's gone bad but, rather, helping to make it taste its best.
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There is one surprising product that you can add to your barbecue sauce to take the flavor up a notch.
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Great-tasting and nutritious, sweet potatoes can be prepared in a variety of ways. Here's the one ingredient that will change your sweet potatoes forever.
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Air Company, a Brooklyn-based business, claims to have created a completely carbon-negative vodka, utilizing CO2 from the air we breathe.