Emily M Alexander
School
Metropolitan State University Of Denver
Expertise
Dining Out, Homemade Pasta, Vegetarian Cuisine
- As an avid traveler, Emily prioritizes immersing herself in local culture, cuisine, and wine around the world.
- A vegetarian for more than 25 years, Emily is an expert at finding, creating, and enjoying plant-based cuisine.
- Watching her step-father prepare authentic manicotti and "red gravy" from recipes passed down by his family for generations further piqued her interest in cooking and tradition.
Experience
Emily has worked as a freelance writer for more than five years. Her writing covers topics ranging from kitchen organization to Las Vegas restaurants to women's empowerment and everything in between. Her passion for food developed at a young age when she started experimenting with a plant-based diet. Emily also previously worked in the food service industry for 15 years as a server, bartender, host, and food runner.
Education
Emily has a Bachelor of Arts in English and political science from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Her studies focused on modern literature, cultural criticism, and inclusivity.
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Stories By Emily M Alexander
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There are a few hacks that'll make using a cheese grater significantly easier from start to finish, whether you're grating cheese or something else.
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Denver has its fair share of high-quality, flavorful ramen. Check out some of our top picks to grab a steaming bowl of broth, noodles, and creative toppings.
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Diners are perfect for a quick and delicious meal. But there are some items on the stereotypical diner menu that you may want to avoid.
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The versatile French press is more than just a coffee maker. We've rounded up various ways to use this handy gadget -- from steeping tea to straining stock.
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Denver boasts its fair share of great pizza restaurants. Check out some of the top places you need to try the next time you're in the Mile High City.
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If you're in Las Vegas and craving Chinese food, we've got you covered. We ranked 15 popular Chinese restaurants in Sin City to help you decide where to dine.
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Looking for a unique way to upgrade your sandwiches, salads, or charcuterie boards? Marinated cheese packs a flavorful punch to please all palates.
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Nachos are an amazing snack, and its queso that really makes them perfect. We tell you all you need to know to ensure a perfect queso dip every single time.
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Dining out on yummy meatless meals isn't tough with all the options in The Mile High City. Here are the best vegetarian restaurants to check out in Denver.
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Apple cider is great to enjoy on its own during the fall and winter season, but for a boozy kick, these liquors help create the perfect two part cocktail.
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One joy of being a plant based eater is the many varieties of veggie burgers that are out there. Not to mention, all of the boozy beverages that can be paired.
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While hard seltzers are delicious to drink as is, you can also enhance the flavor by adding mixers to create new, exciting cocktails; these are some options.
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Whether you're plant-based or looking to eat less meat, veggies burgers are a great idea for meal time. Use these tricks to ensure your patties stick together.
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Instead of letting cooking stress me out, I choose to make several of Thanksgiving's most loved dishes with canned ingredients, and there's no shame in that.
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Whether you're looking for a different flavor profile or want to cover up cheap bourbon, we have some of the most popular chasers that pair best with bourbon.
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In theory, fake meat is a good thing for vegetarians. But, for many plant-based eaters, the newest options are actually creating fewer choices when dining out.
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From beer to wine and a variety of liquors and nonalcoholic beverages, discover the best mixers to pair with Diet Coke and create new low-calorie drinks.
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While delicious by itself, Hennessy is also amazing when mixed. To find out which drinks are the best with Hennessy, read on to learn it all.
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Chocolate is a crowd-pleasing dessert, but it's important to know if you're baking with sweet or semi-sweet chocolate. Here's why it matters.
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These simple suggestions can help you transform that frost-covered bag of dumplings into a scrumptious dish that's bursting with Asian flavors.
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Interested in learning about the most amazing French cognac brands? Read this in-depth guide to learn about finding the best bottle for your enjoyment.
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Chief amongst summer cuisine and juiciest of fruits is the wonderful watermelon, so scrumptious, so sweet, and sometimes so difficult to judge overripeness.
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If you're a Fireball fan (or have been gifted a bottle you don't know what to do with) check out this list of mixers, helpfully ranked from best to worst.
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A great mojito is nothing without great rum. We've ranked some popular bottles to help you decide which rum is best for the ultimate tropical minty cocktail.