School
Fordham University
Expertise
Beverages, Food TV, Restaurants
- Courtney has been a journalist, blogger, and copywriter in the fields of food and drink, lifestyle, travel, music and entertainment, and fashion and home for 13 years.
- Her work has appeared in outlets such as Mashed, Food & Wine, Wine Enthusiast, Craft Beer & Brewing, Fodor's, and more.
- She is also a branding and copy consultant for food and drink, specializing in craft beer.
Experience
Courtney has worked as a journalist, copywriter, and consultant across fields including food and drink, travel, and lifestyle for over a decade. She is also a Cicerone Certified Beer Server, a craft beer consultant who writes a weekly beer and bar culture newsletter called "Hugging the Bar." Courtney has developed an expert understanding of what is most important to readers and consumers when it comes to products, services, and content. In addition to consulting and providing content for major brands and retailers, she has reported and written for outlets including HuffPost, Delish, Food52, and many more, as well as running a dining and shopping column for Racked NY and a brewery and distillery column for amNew York.
Education
Courtney has a B.A. in communications from Fordham University in Bronx, NY.
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If you've made a beautiful cake or tray of cupcakes for an event you don't want to smush the frosting with tight plastic wrap, so try this airy method instead.
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Trader Joe's
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If you're looking for a gummy candy that fits all of your delicious needs, you'll want to check out this top-rated Trader Joe's gummy that offers it all.
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Baking Tips
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It can be tricky to measure strawberries so use this expert-approved tip the next time you bake a fruity dessert to ensure you use the right amount.
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Beer and Wine
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No matter the brand or brew, beer never tastes as good without that top layer of foam -- so, if you find yours is flat, here's a better way to use it.
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American whiskey is practically synonymous with Kentucky and Tennessee. However, the oldest brand of this beverage got its start in a Northeastern state.
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Kitchen Tools
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Marble rolling pins are easy on the eye but can be hard on your bank account. To determine whether buying one makes sense, you should think about these factors.
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Cleaning Tips
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Wooden spoons have people divided. Are they an organic kitchen masterpiece, or a bacterial disaster waiting to happen? This is how to ensure they stay clean.
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Cleaning Tips
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Cleaning habits and methods tend to get passed down from generation to generation -- but some of them are better left broken and in the past.
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We rounded up different things to mix with yogurt to create irresistible desserts from this breakfast, lunch, and snack staple. Here's one of our favorite.
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World Cuisines
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Stopping by this Italian market is one of the easiest ways to eat like a local, and you'll find options for everything from coffee to baked goods and pasta.
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Cooking Tips
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Freezing leftover orange juice is the easiest way to avoid waste, and there are so many variations on how to do it for fun and flavorful frozen desserts.
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Cookware
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If you want to ensure that your cutting boards are clean and avoid cross-contamination, try this technique used consistently by culinary pros.
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Eggnog is readily available at the store, but making your own isn't so difficult — especially if you pay attention to the temperature of the mixture.
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If you cook with seafood, it's vital you know how best to freeze seafood. We spoke with an expert chef who offered some simple advice on the best way to freeze.
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Food History
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The beer industry is packed with stellar options, but even the greats don't last forever. This one is fondly remembered for it's great taste and colorful story.
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Culture
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If there's one person's recommendation you should consider for food, it's Guy Fieri. His Pittsburgh pitstop for jumbot should definitely be on your bucket list.
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If you've been neglecting your herbs and spices at the back of the cabinet, this simple test can tell you just how fresh and fit they are for cooking.
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Cooking Tips
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You can turn ordinary s'mores into something spectacular by with a simple substitution. Just make sure the kids are safely tucked in before you try it.
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Design & Decor
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Finding gems while thrift shopping often requires a keen eye -- but, once you know them, these bits of charming, vintage kitchenware are impossible to miss.
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Cooking Tips
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Ginger tea is soothing, but sometimes you don't finish your entire cup. With these simple steps, you can use the rest of it in soup to level up the flavor.
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Coffee and Tea
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Tea is tasty, comforting, and some varieties are good for your health. You can upgrade your morning cup by adding a bit of a classic holiday beverage.
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Design & Decor
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Kitchen design can be fleeting; as quickly as one trend rises, so quickly it can fade. Such is the case with this early 2000s-esque countertop design.
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Cleaning Tips
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When it comes to cleaning kitchen essentials, tennis balls don't often spring to mind -- though they are quite effective alongside your other cleaning supplies.
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Baking Tips
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When trying to swap traditional wheat flours with almond flour, follow one expert chef's advice on the correct ratio to use.
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From preserves to storing grains and baking ingredients, those empty pasta sauce jars have plenty of uses -- but coffee lovers will find them extra useful.
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Fast Food
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Breakfast should be a pleasure, even when it's grab-and-run style from a drive-thru, so it's very disappointing that one crucial item is so bad from Sonic.
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Cooking Tips
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The differences between green and red cabbage go beyond simply the color. Their textures and cooking requirements differ, and red is actually the ideal roaster.
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