School
University of Phoenix
Expertise
Crockpot meals, Gordon Ramsay, Kitchen gadgets
- Shaunee is a television-trained cook who learned the basics (and not-so-basics) from the likes of Emeril Lagasse and Alton Brown.
- In 2007, she moved to New Orleans and spent more than 5 years learning how to cook authentic Creole and Cajun dishes alongside the locals.
- She is a self-proclaimed foodie who loves to try new things and expand her palate.
Experience
Shaunee has been a writer and editor for more than a decade now, and while the majority of her experience is in entertainment, she loves finding the intersection between famous people and food. As a mom of six, she has become an expert at meal planning with an emphasis on keeping the menu fresh and exciting.
Education
Shaunee has a bachelor's degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix.
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Non-Alcoholic
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In a shocking chapter of history, Coca-Cola made a controversial change to its classic cola in 1985 and longtime fans of the drink were not pleased with it.
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Entertain
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FOAM coolers are light, easy-to-manage models that keep drinks and snacks cool for shorter periods, like a trip to the park, beach, pool, or day on the water.
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Culture
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Martha Stewart might be best known for her home and kitchen shows and products, but she had a rich life with another career path, first.
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Kitchen Tools
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While there are plenty of kitchen tools Ina Garten recommends replacing regularly, she has held onto a certain item in her kitchen for almost six decades.
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Culture
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Ree Drummond's career was largely built on recipes from her "Pioneer Woman" blog, but she wishes she could wipe one unsuccessful recipe from her catalog.
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Fine Dining
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There's one thing you can be sure of at an upmarket Smith & Wollensky steakhouse, and that's exceptional steak. We delve into where that beef is sourced from.
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Stores And Chains
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Aldi tested adding bakeries to a handful of stores in 2018, but they didn't last long.
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Culture
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A dressing room rider shows just how specific Frank Sinatra was about what he wanted backstage — and exactly how he wanted his chicken salad sandwiches.
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Cooking Tips
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Gone are the days of hard-to-flip omelets, thanks to Ree Drummond's no-prep, make-ahead omelets, which can be prepared in a heatproof bag.
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Culture
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Ina Garten has become a Food Network fixture over the years, gaining loyal fans with each new season. But her feelings about the show is surprising.
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Culture
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Though Martha Stewart's persona embodies the finer things in life, her time in prison suggested otherwise -- and that was clearly reflected in the food options.
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World Cuisines
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Just sifting through Giada De Laurentiis' recipes, it's obvious what diet has inspired her the most -- but the reason why may not be what you expect.
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Cooking Tips
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Rachael Ray has good news for those of you with allergies: You can make pesto without the nuts, and she has just the alternative to use instead.
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Culture
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Gordon Ramsay is known for being outspoken with his opinions, so when it comes to the food he will not eat, the celebrity chef was only too happy to share it.
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Food Facts
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There's no denying that citrus looks beautiful piled up in a bowl on the counter, but it's actually not the best way to store the fruit if you want it to last.
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Baking Tips
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In your bread baking era? Instead of using parchment paper every time you bake bread, try using this baking tool, instead. It'll change your baking game.
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Cleaning Tips
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All you need to add a bit more thoughtful organization to your kitchen is a set of plastic drawers from Dollar Tree, a magnet, and some glue.
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Culture
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Much of Ina Garten's success has to do with stress from her parents, which she did not sugarcoat in her memoir, "Be Ready When The Luck Happens."
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Australian chef Curtis Stone doesn't like this ingredient, so when he makes his Christmas rocky road, an Aussie tradition, he skips them.
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Cooking Tips
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When making hummus, aquafaba is often thrown out. But did you know that it doesn't take much aquafaba to turn your hummus into a texture dream?
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Cleaning Tips
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Looking to put together your own homemade air freshener? Try mixing these two simple kitchen items to create a powerful scent for your home.
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Fast Food
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McDonald's resurrection of the "Extra Value Menu" is a bust, as many customers have called out the fast food chain for its underwhelming prices.
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Entertain
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While every first bite Guy Fieri takes on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives is authentic, there are instances when the audience won't see a first taste.
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Cooking Tips
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The key to good spaghetti sauce is often found in its simplicity, but one ingredient could change things up. So, we asked an expert all about it.
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Cooking Tips
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Ina Garten knows more than a thing or two about making juicy and flavorful burgers -- and her secret to giving them a tasty kick comes down to one ingredient.
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Opinion
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In their expert opinions, top chefs share their thoughts on why chicken wings are the best choice for making homemade chicken stock — and how to bolster it.
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Grocery
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Golden Delicious apples used to be all over stores, but now finding one is like looking for a needle in a haystack. What happened? Are they coming back?
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