Expertise
Creative home cooking & baking, Holiday baking, Recreating vintage recipes
- Dee began cooking and baking in elementary school, and frequently got in trouble for trying to sell her confectionaries to her classmates.
- She now spends her free time testing new recipes on her friends and family, and has made approximately 62 yellow cakes while trying to recreate her grandmother's perfect recipe.
- She is currently working on her first novel as well as compiling a book of vintage family recipes.
Experience
Dee has worked as a content writer for over 15 years. She started writing poems and short stories in elementary school and won her first poetry competition when she was 12. As a teenager, she wrote songs with her father, who was in a semi-popular local band. As a freelance writer, she has written pieces for websites around the world. She has been fascinated with vintage recipes since a young age, and has a collection of more than 200 vintage cookbooks. She has since channeled two of her primary passions in life, food and writing, into a career she loves. Her dream is to one day open a combination bakery, bar, and library for other people who want to enjoy three of life's most achievable little luxuries.
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Culture
By Dee Lopez 1 day ago
As time goes on, more and more iconic foods of the past seem to vanish from stores. Here are five popular frozen desserts from the '80s that we miss the most.
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Cleaning Tips
By Dee Lopez 2 days ago
Granite is considered a porous countertop material, meaning not all products are safe to use on it — however, these five are customer-approved.
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Cooking Tips
By Dee Lopez 2 days ago
To keep meat moist and skins crispy, cooking chicken in the air fryer is always a good idea — that is, if you know how much time each cut of poultry requires.
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Costco
By Dee Lopez 3 days ago
At less than $10 a pie, Costco's food court pizzas are a bargain - but topping options are limited. Fear not, here are 15 ways to upgrade your pizza at home.
By Dee Lopez 3 days ago
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Trader Joe's
By Dee Lopez 5 days ago
Given the many unique goodies gracing shelves this month, we've rounded up the best of the best items that are more than worth checking out.
By Dee Lopez 5 days ago
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News
By Dee Lopez 7 days ago
When considering where to shop for Halloween candy, dollar stores certainly come to mind as an affordable option. Between these two, this one's cheaper.
By Dee Lopez 7 days ago
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Stores And Chains
By Dee Lopez 7 days ago
Every Aldi shopper loves the aisle of shame, aka the Aldi Finds section, where all kinds of exciting items appear. These are some of the best this year.
By Dee Lopez 7 days ago
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Food History
By Dee Lopez 8 days ago
Pillsbury has been known for its boxed cake mix for the better part of a century, but there are still a handful of mixes we miss after all these years.
By Dee Lopez 8 days ago
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Appliances and Gadgets
By Dee Lopez 14 days ago
Buying a new refrigerator? You may be considering a Whirlpool model. However, the recognizable brand isn't without its fair share of problems, per customers.
By Dee Lopez 14 days ago
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Cooking Tips
By Dee Lopez 15 days ago
If you have a package of canned biscuits and a few pantry staples, you can whip up an easy pumpkin-cinnamon dessert. Here's how.
By Dee Lopez 15 days ago
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Food History
By Dee Lopez 19 days ago
Duncan Hines, Pillsbury, and Betty Crocker are all popular brands that have become our standard for store-bought cake mixes today. But which came first?
By Dee Lopez 19 days ago
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Baking Tips
By Dee Lopez 19 days ago
A Southern-style dessert that's sweet and nutty is well within your reach. You just need a package of these Little Debbie treats — and some patience.
By Dee Lopez 19 days ago
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Grilling and Smoking Tips
By Dee Lopez 21 days ago
Cleaning a gas grill isn't a one size fits all process, but, according to this expert, there is a right way to do it if you want to avoid rust.
By Dee Lopez 21 days ago
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Costco
By Dee Lopez 23 days ago
Looking for a quick and easy meal after a long day? These five prepared Costco meals are not only delicious but ready in just 10 minutes or less.
By Dee Lopez 23 days ago
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Appliances and Gadgets
By Dee Lopez 23 days ago
Consumer Reports awarded it the lowest score among all the 30-inch induction cooktops it tested, and owners are disappointed in its performance and reliability.
By Dee Lopez 23 days ago
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Grilling and Smoking Tips
By Dee Lopez 24 days ago
Once you get a Blackstone, you'll never go back to regular grilling — but, even so, not every Blackstone accessory is necessary.
By Dee Lopez 24 days ago
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News
By Dee Lopez 24 days ago
Pumpkin spice season is fully under way now, so it's no surprise that Aldi is featuring over a dozen autumnal products that have already gained fans.
By Dee Lopez 24 days ago
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Shopping Tips
By Dee Lopez 26 days ago
We all know that grocery items come and go, but some losses hurt more than others. Here are 15 notable products that have likely been discontinued in 2026.
By Dee Lopez 26 days ago
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Design & Decor
By Dee Lopez 27 days ago
Reviving your kitchen cabinets doesn't have to be difficult — or require cans of paint. Find out how to spruce them up for an all-new look.
By Dee Lopez 27 days ago
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Design & Decor
By Dee Lopez 30 days ago
Vintage Pyrex is sought after because of its quality and durability, and one iteration that came out decades ago is still a hot commodity among collectors.
By Dee Lopez 30 days ago
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Shopping Tips
By Dee Lopez 29 days ago
Everyone knows that Blue Bell makes many beloved ice cream flavors. But what about those that are less popular but still delicious? Here are five to try.
By Dee Lopez 29 days ago
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News
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
Looking for a new coffee maker before the year is up? Consider these five customer-approved cafe-quality machines perfect for drip coffee.
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
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Grilling and Smoking Tips
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
Using a charcoal grill is a great way to give your food a smoky flavor. However, you may face some challenges when using one of these cookers in the winter.
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
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Design & Decor
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
Butcher block countertops suit many kitchen styles, but their upkeep and everyday performance can make them a less practical choice for some homeowners.
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
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Appliances and Gadgets
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
Gas stoves are a traditional appliance used in countless kitchens nationwide, but here are some things that induction stoves do much better.
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
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Fast Food
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
Burgers are a staple on any fast food menu, but most are pretty hit or miss when it comes to the toppings — this chain, however, gets them right.
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
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Costco
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
Not only do Costco's rotisserie chickens help you stay on budget when meal planning, the spreads can come together very quickly on busy days.
By Dee Lopez 1 month ago
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