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Kelsey Ogletree’s Writing Portfolio

My work appears in AARP The Magazine, Allrecipes, Bon Appetit, Conde Nast Traveler, Eating Well, Good Grit, Midwest Living, Morgan Stanley Mosaic, Real Simple, Robb Report, Shape, Southern Living, Travel + Leisure, The Wall Street Journal, Virtuoso The Magazine, Well + Good, Wine Enthusiast and more.

 

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Grill Season Isn’t Over—Here’s the Ultimate Guide to Grilling Safely and Comfortably in Cold Weather
Grill Season Isn’t Over—Here’s the Ultimate Guide to Grilling Safely and Comfortably in Cold Weather

Real Simple

As summer fades out and sweater weather falls upon us, it’s usually the time to bring parties indoors. This year, things look different.

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Food and Drink, HomeKelsey OgletreeOctober 21, 2020Comment
Creative Frights for a COVID-19 Halloween
Creative Frights for a COVID-19 Halloween

AARP Bulletin

Store shelves are stocked with candy, but should you prepare to hand out treats to neighbor kids this Halloween? Here’s how COVID-19 is changing the holiday across America.

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LifestyleKelsey OgletreeOctober 21, 2020Comment
11 Reasons to Plan a Winter Getaway to Rockford, Illinois
11 Reasons to Plan a Winter Getaway to Rockford, Illinois

Illinois Farm Bureau Partners

This city of 150,000 residents is packed with culture, from Coronado Performing Arts Center and the Rockford Art Museum, and plenty of old-school eats (think Beefaroo and Behr Den).

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TravelKelsey OgletreeOctober 21, 2020Comment
Enjoy Scandinavian Delights at The Norwegian in Downtown Rockford
Enjoy Scandinavian Delights at The Norwegian in Downtown Rockford

Illinois Farm Bureau Partners

Some of the most popular items: Æbleskiver (Danish pancake balls with hints of vanilla and cardamom) and Frikadeller (a smashed meatball with Jarlsberg cheese, house-made sauerkraut and horseradish mustard aioli).

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 21, 2020Comment
8 Charming American Towns Known for Their Natural Splendor
8 Charming American Towns Known for Their Natural Splendor

Departures

Lack of crowds and a desire for off-the-beaten-path destinations in driving distance from major cities are propelling small towns into the spotlight this fall and winter.

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TravelKelsey OgletreeOctober 16, 2020Comment
Stay Calm: There’s Not Actually a Canned Pumpkin Shortage
Stay Calm: There’s Not Actually a Canned Pumpkin Shortage

Real Simple

The real reason behind empty shelves where the trusted Libby’s should be? A later-than-usual pumpkin harvest. Here's when to expect puree back in stores.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 16, 2020Comment
These Are the Most Useful Pampered Chef Tools of All Time
These Are the Most Useful Pampered Chef Tools of All Time

MyRecipes

In honor of the home cooking brand’s 40th birthday this month, we’re naming some of Pampered Chef's greatest hits (which also make great gifts!).

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 13, 2020Comment
How Mill Village Farms in South Carolina Is Feeding Families Through Culinary Concerts
How Mill Village Farms in South Carolina Is Feeding Families Through Culinary Concerts

Farm Flavor

Dan Weidenbenner of Mill Village Farms in Greenville combined the art forms of cooking and music to create virtual experiences that help raise money for the community in need.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 13, 2020Comment
Remote Schooling Is the New First-Class Hotel Perk
Remote Schooling Is the New First-Class Hotel Perk

The Wall Street Journal

As traveler confidence slowly rises, hotels across the U.S. and the Caribbean are promising to make sure all runs smoothly with your child’s schooling and entertain them at “recess.”

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TravelKelsey OgletreeOctober 12, 2020Comment
5 Tasty Proteins to Replace Meat in Your Everyday Meals
5 Tasty Proteins to Replace Meat in Your Everyday Meals

AARP

Healthy, hearty alternatives to meat are proliferating. The best part? These plant-based proteins absorb the flavor of whatever you cook them in, making them extremely versatile.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 9, 2020Comment
8 Clever Ways to Use a Pizza Stone—Besides Making Pizza
8 Clever Ways to Use a Pizza Stone—Besides Making Pizza

Real Simple

From perfectly crispy potatoes to seared meat, the often-overlooked pizza stone is far more versatile than you thought.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 9, 2020Comment
Agritourism Is Booming Despite Pandemic
Agritourism Is Booming Despite Pandemic

Farm Flavor

With increasing interest in where food comes from, coupled with the attraction of safe outdoor activities right now, there’s no slowing the growth of agritourism on family-owned farms.

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Food and Drink, TravelKelsey OgletreeOctober 9, 2020Comment
From Mines to Mushrooms: Hernshaw Farms’ Mushroom Mission
From Mines to Mushrooms: Hernshaw Farms’ Mushroom Mission

Farm Flavor

George Patterson, 25, never set out to be a mushroom farmer. Growing up in West Virginia in a family with ties to mining for generations, he saw an opportunity to make a difference in his community.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 8, 2020Comment
8 Tips for Buying and Cooking Clams
8 Tips for Buying and Cooking Clams

The Kitchn

These bivalve mollusks are not only a low-fat, high-protein seafood source, packed with healthy minerals—they're also one of the country’s most sustainable seafood resources.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 2, 2020Comment
12 Fascinating Ways Mindfulness Can Improve Your Mental (and Physical) Health, According to Science
12 Fascinating Ways Mindfulness Can Improve Your Mental (and Physical) Health, According to Science

Real Simple

Mindfulness isn't some magical, esoteric, or new-agey thing (promise). Let's dive deep into the scientific research behind this powerful—and continually studied—practice.

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WellnessKelsey OgletreeOctober 1, 2020Comment
What to Know If Your Passport Expires in the Next Year
What to Know If Your Passport Expires in the Next Year

Conde Nast Traveler

Though travel agents typically recommend giving the government a few months to process a passport renewal, the timeline has become more complicated during the coronavirus pandemic.

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TravelKelsey OgletreeSeptember 28, 2020Comment
What Are the Best Potatoes for Mashed Potatoes?
What Are the Best Potatoes for Mashed Potatoes?

MyRecipes

Not all spuds are created equal, We spoke with chefs to learn their recommendations for the best mashed potatoes, depending on your texture preference.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeSeptember 25, 2020Comment
How We Bought a House That Wasn't for Sale (and How You Can, Too)
How We Bought a House That Wasn't for Sale (and How You Can, Too)

Realtor

Late this summer, we bought a house that wasn't even listed—and learned that this home-buying strategy wasn't just possible, but often preferable if you're purchasing property in a competitive market.

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HomeKelsey OgletreeSeptember 23, 2020 Comments
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