Location
United States Of America
Expertise
Baking, Restaurant news, Home cooking
- Melissa is a dyed-in-the-wool home baker who made her first batch of chocolate chip cookies when she was three. No, she won't give you her secret.
- Melissa worked as a chef in a variety of kitchens in her youth, and pulls from this hands-on experience while directing her energies towards an extensive career in food journalism.
- Melissa conducted an highly-shared interview for Newsweek with Christopher Schonberger and Sean Evans, the founders of Hot Ones and First We Feast.
Experience
Melissa Lemieux has been a journalist since she was a teenager and has always wanted to bring the truth to light with her words. She has moved from distributing her own professional wrestling newsletter to working for Newsweek in the span of ten short but busy years. In between, she has worked as a freelance celebrity interviewer who has contributed her work to websites such as The Deadite Slayer and Deadites Online. She has interviewed many high-profile celebrities spanning across the entertainment and food scene. She has been working with Static Media since 2021, first as a writer for Looper before transitioning to Tasting Table.
Tasting Table’s editorial coverage hails from a veteran group of writers and editors with expertise in their respective fields in the food and drink, hospitality, and agriculture industries. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information and original recipes.
We strive to publish knowledgeable, engaging articles to give readers the information they're looking for, whether that is the news of the day; cooking tips, tricks, and trends; or reviews and recommendations. In an effort to provide the most comprehensive, current, and accurate content, our team is constantly reviewing and updating articles as necessary. Click here for more information on our editorial process.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
The Filet-O-Fish sandwich is a McDonald's classic, but believe it or not, it was once axed from the menu to make way for a new item that didn't measure up.
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Casual Dining
By Melissa Lemieux
One particular Cheesecake Factory menu hack will have you coming back for more, and eschewing Italian eateries to try this chicken meal.
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Food Facts
By Melissa Lemieux
You don’t have to avoid all forms of lettuce during an outbreak like cyclosporiasis. Apply these tips when shopping for greens to reduce your risk.
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Having an additional fridge in the garage can be a real game changer. Consumer Reports found some impressive units capable of withstanding the heat.
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Casual Dining
By Melissa Lemieux
Fast casual dining has gone up in prices, but there are still deals to be had. Here's everything you need to know about the Aussie 3-Course Meal.
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Stores And Chains
By Melissa Lemieux
The Walmart bakery is renowned for stocking some delicious treats. This standout item is sweet, flavorful, and enjoyable any time of the day.
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Cleaning Tips
By Melissa Lemieux
Silicone sponges are often marketed as an eco-friendly option, but are they? We look into how they are made, how long they last, and more.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
Burger King has tried many new items, some of which disappear forever. This fun-to-eat item left too soon, but this hack recreates the fun of it.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
The Arby's roast beef sandwich is an icon for a reason. But if you want to add a little more depth of flavor, try switching out the regular bun.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
Ever since its debut, the McFlurry has built a rabid fanbase. If you're in the mood for just a small sweet treat, and less expensive, try this hack.
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Restaurants
By Melissa Lemieux
While many sandwich chains introduced new menu items in 2026 to keep customers excited, this writer's pick stands out above the rest.
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Olive Garden offered its highly coveted Pasta Pass once again, but some are questioning whether it was humans or bots who secured the passes.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
McDonald's has offered a lot more than burgers over the years. This sandwich from the '70s had a pretty high price point and was gone quickly.
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Casual Dining
By Melissa Lemieux
Fast casual chain Olive Garden is beloved for many things. And while fans continue to rave about the breadsticks, some feel the pasta falls short.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
Subway made its name on footlong subs, but now diners are questioning whether today's footlongs are smaller than previous ones. We explore it.
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Casual Dining
By Melissa Lemieux
Cracker Barrel has nearly perfect the concept of chain restaurant comfort food, with this dish leading the way. Here's why the pot roast is so tender.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
Fast food is supposed to be cheap, but the reality is that it often isn't. The burgers here aren't pricey, but everything from toppings to sides are.
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Casual Dining
By Melissa Lemieux
Sometimes the craving for Outback hits during the daylight hours. Here's everything you need to know about dining early at Outback.
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Fast Food
By Melissa Lemieux
Back in the '80s, Wendy's ads asked "Where's the beef?" This menu hack leaves no ambiguity as it is absolutely loaded up with plenty of beef.
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