Meggan Robinson
Location
Westminster, Maryland
School
McDaniel College, University Of Maryland, College Park
Expertise
Fine Wine, Craft Beer Trends, Coffee Roasting And Brewing
- Meggan has enjoyed traveling to taste wines in locations like California, New York, Vermont, Italy, and France.
- She is always on the lookout for new inspiration for homemade ice cream flavors.
- AeroPress is her current coffee brewing method of choice.
Experience
Meggan worked in the fine wine and spirits business for three decades, in retail, with wholesalers, and as a supplier representative. Now having transitioned to full-time freelance writing, she enjoys tracking trends in wine, spirits, and craft beer, as well as learning more about emerging winemaking regions. Meggan excels at consumer education and has presented wines and delivered educational seminars for local gatherings of the American Wine Society and the Taster's Guild. Though she has broad writing experience across a range of industries, including ghostwriting several fiction series, she's happiest serving up interesting tidbits about lesser-known grape varieties and new developments in the wine world.
Education
Meggan has a B.A. in English Language and Literature from McDaniel College, graduating summa cum laude and a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
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Stories By Meggan Robinson
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Slicing ripe, slippery fruit can be downright dangerous, which is why we love the simple solution that "Iron Chef America" star Cat Cora shared.
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Controversy surrounds the James Beard Awards as a finalist is disqualified, sparking debate over ethics, diversity, and the state of kitchen culture.
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Elevate your barbecue game without a dedicated smoker. Learn how to infuse smoky flavor using wood chips on your basic gas grill for delicious results.
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A new bipartisan bill aims to simplify food expiration dates, reduce confusion, and combat food waste. Learn how standardized labels can make a difference.
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The first crack is a critical milestone for any coffee roaster, whether amateur or a pro. Here's why it's important in your coffee bean roasting process.
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There's a two-step strategy that helps keep your nonstick bundt pan in good shape, even if you've broken the rules and used the nonstick spray.
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Read about the luxurious and iconic Blue Box Café by Tiffany & Co. with Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud's French-inspired menu, reopening May 22nd in NYC.
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Salting your favorite cocktail rim comes with many choices, yet there's one type that stands above the rest. Here's the best kind for your beverage.
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If you're looking for the perfect way to create a tasty tequila spritz, remember this ratio. Here's how you can use it to craft your inner bartender.
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Discover the secrets to cooking perfect fresh tuna every time, from handling with care to using the form of right spices for maximum flavor.
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Craving buttery, chewy pretzels but don't want to spend hours making them? Check out this pizza dough hack for a quick and easy shortcut to soft pretzels!
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Ben & Jerry's new limited batch flavor, Ice Cream Sammie, pays tribute to the classic ice cream sandwich, offering a nostalgic taste of summer.
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Absolut and Ocean Spray team up to release the Vodka-Cranberry Range, a new line of canned cocktails featuring four distinct flavors, hitting the market soon.
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Bomb Pop announced its newest flavor mash-up, a candy-inspired trio of flavors arranged in three distinctive hues just in time for summer.
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Mix up drinks at your next shindig with ease! Ina Garten's foolproof ratio for Cosmopolitans makes batch-producing and customizing these cocktails a breeze.
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Fortunately, there's a simple solution to alleviating anxiety and getting an affordable-for-you bottle of wine.
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Alex Guarnaschelli said that adding this ingredient to your salad dressing is one of the most "underrated" things a cook can do.
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Attention shoppers! Prepackaged turkey and havarti sandwiches sold at several U.S. grocery chains have been recalled due to undeclared sesame in the bread.
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The newest ice cream flavor from Baskin Robbins is dropping for the month of May. Here's what you can expect from this strawberry and dragonfruit infusion.
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Get a sense of Chef Marcus Samuelsson's love for global cuisine as he gushes about a downtown L.A.'s market where he sources sauces and chows down.
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Greek yogurt at Costco is being retracted from shelves due to egg allergen risks. Here's what led to the recall and what you can do if you've purchased it.
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For chocolate and beer lovers, the collaboration with Miller High Life and Phillip Ashley is a dream. Here's the inspiration behind the bar snack truffles.
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Green gill oysters aren't the one's you're going to find in your local grocery, but these rare and unique varieties are coveted on either side of the Atlantic.
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Bloom Nutrition enters the snack food category with its new Protein Bars, offering 15g of protein and delicious dessert-inspired flavors.
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Transform spent lemon halves into a versatile paste to add a dose of lemony goodness to all sorts of dishes. Sweet and savory versions can be created.
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There's a simple strategy that makes this mouthwatering meal come out nice and neat, keeping all the goodness inside.
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In 16 states, there is a potential risk of catching salmonella by consuming ground cumin. Here's what brand to look out for and possible side effects.