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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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How to Drive Safely in Winter, According to the Pros
How to Drive Safely in Winter, According to the Pros

The Wall Street Journal

If you're heading over the hills and through the woods for the holidays — not to Grandma’s house, we hope — you’re probably hitting the road. Here, how to safely steer away from danger.

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TravelKelsey OgletreeDecember 2, 2020Comment
Goat Butter Is the New Holiday Baking Staple I Can’t Live Without
Goat Butter Is the New Holiday Baking Staple I Can’t Live Without

Real Simple

It has a velvety texture and a true melt-in-your mouth quality that elevates it beyond any other butter out there. Here’s what to know before stocking up and subbing it in.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeDecember 2, 2020Comment
Turning Your Invention Into a Business
Turning Your Invention Into a Business

Next Avenue

You have a great invention idea. So, how do you turn it into a profitable business, especially if you want to do it later in life? Here's how these three women took life experience and made profits.

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BusinessKelsey OgletreeDecember 1, 2020Comment
6 Reasons to Visit the Biltmore This Holiday Season
6 Reasons to Visit the Biltmore This Holiday Season

NC Field & Family

In a world that’s been turned upside down, there’s something to be said about the comfort of tradition. And during the holiday season, no place exudes Christmas cheer quite like the Biltmore.

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TravelKelsey OgletreeNovember 18, 2020Comment
6 Best Food Experiences to Give as Gifts This Holiday
6 Best Food Experiences to Give as Gifts This Holiday

Better Homes & Gardens

For every home chef or food lover on your list, there’s an event to excite their palate and give them something fun to look forward to.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeNovember 17, 2020Comment
Which Type of Turkey Is Best for Your Holiday Table?
Which Type of Turkey Is Best for Your Holiday Table?

Allrecipes

We break down everything you see in the supermarket so you can choose which bird best suits your family's gathering this year.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeNovember 15, 2020Comment
Avoid These Mistakes When Supporting Family During Tough Times
Avoid These Mistakes When Supporting Family During Tough Times

AARP Bulletin

Here's how to offer better advice to those struggling emotionally with the pandemic and more, according to therapists. (This story originally appeared in the November 2020 print issue.)

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WellnessKelsey OgletreeNovember 13, 2020Comment
What Kind of Appetizers Should I Serve for Thanksgiving?
What Kind of Appetizers Should I Serve for Thanksgiving?

MyRecipes

The average American consumes 3,000-4,500 calories this holiday, but yes, you may still want to make appetizers—if nothing else, to buy you a little time with guests in case dinner is late.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeNovember 11, 2020Comment
Your Restaurant Safety Checklist
Your Restaurant Safety Checklist

AARP Bulletin

Restaurants have a lot on their plate to keep diners safe this winter. Here are eight things to look for when dining out during the pandemic, beyond spaced-out tables and masks.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeNovember 9, 2020Comment
How to Get the World’s Crispiest Turkey Skin, According to Chefs
How to Get the World’s Crispiest Turkey Skin, According to Chefs

MyRecipes

While you obviously want to avoid a turkey that’s entirely crisp (à la Christmas Vacation), a crispy skin on a perfectly cooked, juicy bird is what we’re all going for on Thanksgiving Day.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeNovember 9, 2020Comment
I Tried a Virtual Cheeseboard Making Class and Here’s What Happened
I Tried a Virtual Cheeseboard Making Class and Here’s What Happened

Vitacost

During this global pandemic, companies have been pulling out all the stops to come up with creative virtual experiences that are both educational and engaging.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeNovember 9, 2020Comment
Why Cottagecore Is the Nesting Trend We Can All Get Behind This Season
Why Cottagecore Is the Nesting Trend We Can All Get Behind This Season

Real Simple

When nearly everything happening outside your walls is out of your control, there’s great comfort in knowing you can create a safe space inside that provides respite and solace from the world.

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HomeKelsey OgletreeOctober 30, 2020Comment
How to Clean a Keurig Coffee Maker
How to Clean a Keurig Coffee Maker

Apartment Therapy

Like any good kitchen device, a Keurig needs regular TLC to keep it running smoothly and brewing delicious coffee. Here's how to clean and descale one.

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HomeKelsey OgletreeOctober 30, 2020Comment
Cleaning With Vinegar: Here’s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know
Cleaning With Vinegar: Here’s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know

Apartment Therapy

One of the best natural cleaning supplies you can buy costs less than $2. We’re talking about white vinegar: the versatile liquid that can help you clean everything from sinks to shower heads.

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HomeKelsey OgletreeOctober 30, 2020Comment
How to Get Candle Wax Out of Carpet
How to Get Candle Wax Out of Carpet

Apartment Therapy

Burning a delicious-smelling candle can add serious hygge to your home. But if one of those candles happens to drop hot wax onto the carpet, it can totally kill the vibe.

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HomeKelsey OgletreeOctober 30, 2020Comment
13 Tools Pros Swear By for Preparing Their Thanksgiving Day Meals
13 Tools Pros Swear By for Preparing Their Thanksgiving Day Meals

MyRecipes

Between setting a beautiful table, planing a menu that will appeal to everyone and serving all dishes while they’re still hot, Thanksgiving is a lot to handle. These chef-approved gadgets make it easier.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 29, 2020Comment
11 Things a Whole Foods Butcher Wants You to Know About Buying Meat
11 Things a Whole Foods Butcher Wants You to Know About Buying Meat

Eating Well

You should be using your butcher as a resource way more than you probably are. Theo Weening, vice president of meat and poultry at Whole Foods Market, explains.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 29, 2020Comment
What Are Countertop Smart Ovens, and Do You Need One?
What Are Countertop Smart Ovens, and Do You Need One?

MyRecipes

They’re like a combination microwave, multicooker, and convection oven all in one, so basically, if you can name it, you can cook it. But, some carry a hefty price tag.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeOctober 21, 2020Comment
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