Dani Zoeller
School
Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University
Expertise
Coffee, Disney Cuisine And Festivals, Food History
- Dani spent several years working as a Barista at Starbucks and college coffee shops, and she loves making better-than-Starbucks drinks from the comfort of home.
- Most days of the week, you'll find Dani enjoying cuisine in and around Disney World.
- An avid researcher, Dani loves discovering the rich history behind her favorite foods.
Experience
In elementary school, Dani began her journey to becoming a writer. This path would take her through 11 years of teaching middle schoolers to find their voices before becoming a freelance writer herself. Today, she spends her days playing with food, hopping among Orlando's best restaurants and theme parks, and sharing it all through her writing. In addition to Tasting Table, Dani writes for Study.com and The Orlando Informer.
Education
Dani earned her bachelor's in English from Illinois State University and a master's in English from Northern Illinois University.
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Stories By Dani Zoeller
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Looking to make some delicious eggnog? Master the art of homemade eggnog by avoiding these common mistakes for a creamy, holiday delight.
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You'll always get a reliably tasty coffee at Starbucks. There are a huge array of secret drinks you can order if you know your stuff. Here are the best ones.
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Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is always a delight, and the new food offerings always excite. Enjoy a full breakdown of this years offerings.
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From stuffing-inspired to salted buttercream, Salt & Straw 2023 Thanksgiving ice cream is delicious. We sampled them all to provide you the scoop.
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Surprisingly, Walt Disney World is also home to an impressive array of bars and lounges. Here are the best ones you can go to, from a local's persepctive.
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If you're looking for the perfect gift this holiday season, a cookbook is a great place to start. Here are 15 new or classic cookbooks we recommend for gifting.
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Curious about what happened to the charcuterie company Boarderie after Shark Tank? We caught up with co-founder Rachel Solomon to find out.
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Tea sets are wonderful presents for the tea lover in your life, and we've got a number that are worth gifting based on tea type, presentation, and much more.
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In our quest to rank these brands, we considered several criteria. Above all, flavor was paramount; we wanted a mocktail that was simply delightful to sip.
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Each muffin, with its unique blend of ingredients, is a tribute to the myriad expressions of fall, offering warmth and a reminder of the beautiful season.
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Plenty of food products and kitchen tools have passed through "Shark Tank" waters, and these are the ones that will come in most handy for Thanksgiving.
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Candy shops offer a sense of joy and nostalgia that few establishments can replicate. Not as common as they once were, these are the best shops across the U.S.
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Thanks to inventive TikTok creators, we've learned game-changing tricks for making potatoes. These are the best hacks on TikTok we've found for potatoes.
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Whether it is a grand family gathering or a quiet evening curled up at home, there is a fall-inspired dessert waiting to complete the experience.
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Two Chicago institutions came together to create deep dish pizzas that Windy City dreams are made of. Read our review of the Lou Malnati's x Portillo's collab.
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In the vast universe of flavors, few partnerships are as enduring as coffee and chocolate. Their combined richness offers a dance of bitter and sweet.
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As it turns out, soups aren't just for sipping. Canned varieties can serve as dynamic ingredients waiting to breathe new life into traditional dishes.
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There are so many different ways to experience Disney World, and club level access is one of those. But is the expereince worthwhile? Let's find out.
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Before grabbing your keys and rushing to a coffee shop, take a few moments to explore the eclectic mix of flavorful treasures lurking within your pantry.
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There have been a lot of creative kitchen innovations brought into the Shark Tank throughout the years, and we have compiled a list of our favorites.
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Beyond the classic pumpkin pie, specialty pumpkin spice coffee creamers have carved a niche for themselves. We tried them to find the best and the worst.
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To help you avoid pitfalls and ensure your Starbucks experience is everything you dream it to be, we've identified several common ordering mistakes.
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Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply someone with an appreciation for flavorsome innovations, these "Shark Tank" features will tantalize your taste buds.
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Whether you're an aficionado seeking to refine your palate or aiming to make next weekend's baker's dozen a breeze, here are some popular donut types.
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Potato mashers might all seem the same, but there are countless options out there with different designs, functions, and price points. These are the very best.
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Everybody's trying to hydrate these days. Spice up that nondescript water with Gatorade, Stur, Crystal Light, or these other powdered drinks in our rankings.
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The pumpkin spice arena has become a bustling battleground in the world of coffee, and Wendy's makes its play with the Pumpkin Spice Frosty Cream Cold Brew.