Expertise
Obscure food history, Wine, Recipe deep dives
- Janelle once met the legendary Wolfgang Puck at a media event, and was later inspired to focus on food coverage.
- Knowing food lore is how Alberts keeps her foodie friends hanging out with her, even though her kitchen claim to fame is setting a pot pie on fire.
- She now survives social small talk by knowing things like the five Scotch Whisky regions and how ganache was (accidentally) invented.
Experience
Janelle left Microsoft PR to write food features for regional lifestyle magazines like Virginia Living Magazine and The Local Palate. She focuses on the everyday stories behind food and wine. Alberts has a way of picking up on food history you've never heard, but wish you had, and then distilling it so you want to chat about it with friends. In addition to her work at Tasting Table, Janelle has also contributed to publications such as Mashed and House Digest.
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Fast Food
By Janelle Alberts 7 days ago
The McDonald's Happy Meal might be a staple of the chain, but only some lucky customers get to enjoy an attention-grabbing feature in select locations.
By Janelle Alberts 7 days ago
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Cocktails and Spirits
By Janelle Alberts 8 days ago
Adding a squeeze of key lime and a splash from a can of ginger ale to this classic cocktail makes it even more refreshing and delicious.
By Janelle Alberts 8 days ago
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Grocery
By Janelle Alberts 11 days ago
Modeling an ice cream treat after an actual candy bar sounds like a recipe for success, and it is. The frozen version of this beloved chocolate is a standout.
By Janelle Alberts 11 days ago
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Grocery
By Janelle Alberts 19 days ago
Häagen-Dazs mean anything in Dutch, but the ice cream company is known for having great quality for the money. Here's how much a pint first cost.
By Janelle Alberts 19 days ago
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Beer and Wine
By Janelle Alberts 21 days ago
Finding out that this beer outranks Budweiser and Miller Lite can come as a surprise. However, it still draws praise for its smooth texture and crisp finish.
By Janelle Alberts 21 days ago
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Beer and Wine
By Janelle Alberts 23 days ago
After the Prohibition, this beer bottle was created in an attempt to compete with the steel can. Now, it’s a nostalgic item for beer lovers.
By Janelle Alberts 23 days ago
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Healthy Eating
By Janelle Alberts 8 days ago
Cake might not be considered a health food, but it doesn't hurt to reach for the healthier option between Betty Crocker and Duncan Hines.
By Janelle Alberts 8 days ago
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Food History
By Janelle Alberts 27 days ago
Look back at the history of these delicious, crispy stacked nacks and see how they have changed over generations. Let the cravings commence.
By Janelle Alberts 27 days ago
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Food Facts
By Janelle Alberts 23 days ago
La Fermière and Oui yogurts are both French-style delights, but La Fermière costs considerably more than the Yoplait brand for a few different reasons.
By Janelle Alberts 23 days ago
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Shopping Tips
By Janelle Alberts 23 days ago
Knowing where your meat comes from matters more than ever. Here’s how to tell whether the beef you’re buying was raised in the United States or imported.
By Janelle Alberts 23 days ago
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Food History
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
While the recipe for classic Lay's potato chips has changed very little over the years, the brand had a good reason for introducing a new bag design in 2025.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Beer and Wine
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
Here's the story of how beers served in pre-Prohibition years packed much more of a flavorful punch than most modern-day equivalents in the mainstream market.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Food History
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
This ingredient was banned from sweetening diet sodas, but that didn't stop people from going along with the diet fad and enjoying this beverage.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Dunkin'
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
Dunkin's tens of millions of dollars in annual sales are impressive, but the chain still has a way to go to give its biggest competitor a run for its money.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Food History
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
The evolution of fast food packaging is a fascinating topic. While you see many burgers being served in boxes nowadays, paper used to be the go-to.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Food Facts
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
French and Greek yogurt have distinct differences in texture and flavor. It all comes from how they're made. Do you know the difference between the two?
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Culture
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
This sandwich looks off-the-charts delicious, and was rumored to be Dean Martin's favorite, likely because of its Italian roots and flavors.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Fast Food
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
The resilience of this burger chain has seen it through many ups and downs over the past 90+ years, but a few major changes have led to its recent comeback.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Food History
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
John Wayne filmed in Mexico often and became a strong believer in tequila's superiority to other spirits, but the Duke's go-to brand wasn't the priciest one.
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
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Coffee Shops
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
Ordering at 7 Brew isn't meant to be overwhelming, but the sheer size of the menu can make any first-timer freeze — here's how to order without stressing out.
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
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Cooking Tips
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
A popular breakfast food might be the key to making your mashed potatoes richer and creamier while packing them with a protein punch, if you use it right.
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
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Design & Decor
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
Elvis Presley's famous mansion, Graceland, fell victim to an odd design trend in its kitchen.
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
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Shopping Tips
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
If you're looking to buy your way into a more sure-fire crispy bacon solution, consider tossing this type of bacon into your shopping cart.
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
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Cooking Tips
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
Martha Stewart sticks with the basics for a sweet and spicy rendition on bacon with just three ingredients.
By Janelle Alberts 3 months ago
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Fast Food
By Janelle Alberts 4 months ago
Do you ever wonder why McDonald's kids' meals come in a box, rather than a paper bag, like other items?
By Janelle Alberts 4 months ago
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Culture
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
The Big Mac makes for a handy, comparable consumer good, since it's similarly prepared locally.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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Beer and Wine
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
Corona seemed to be on to something a century ago when it committed to selling its beer in clear bottles.
By Janelle Alberts 2 months ago
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