School
University of Kansas, University of Tulsa
Expertise
Health & Nutrition, Fresh Produce, Recipes
- Jennifer once devoted an entire day to making Julia Child's authentic Orange Bavarian Cream recipe straight from "Mastering the Art of French Cooking."
- Her love for cooking with fresh ingredients shines especially bright when they come from her own backyard garden.
- She's written on topics as diverse as wild soda flavors, the history of the chocolate Depression cake, and happenings at local restaurants.
Experience
Jennifer began writing professionally five years ago and has written for websites including A-Z Animals, The Health Feed, Ask.com, Listverse.com, Newsbreak, and Medium. She was the recipient of a Newsbreak Contributor Network Grant and a winner of Newsbreak's Captain Campaign Award.
Jennifer has a passion for new recipes and discovering different cultures through food. She also enjoys celebrating her family's Southern and Midwestern roots through cooking.
Education
Jennifer completed a B.A. in psychology at the University of Kansas and her M.A. in industrial and organizational psychology at the University of Tulsa.
Mashed’s industry-leading coverage is created by qualified and experienced writers, and is reviewed and fact-checked by our editorial team to ensure everything is accurate and timely. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information.
Our mission is to inform and engage our readers, telling them things they need to know, things they want to know, and things they didn't know they wanted to know about food. We strive to always provide a well-rounded reading experience, whether that’s the news of the day or a new original recipe you can try making at home. In an effort to provide the most comprehensive, current, and accurate content, our editorial team constantly reviews and updates articles as necessary. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
-
Restaurants
By Jennifer Geer
Some Mexican restaurants are better quality than others. So where can you get the best quality Mexican food around America? We looked to customers to find out.
Read More
-
Pizzerias
By Jennifer Geer
Sbarro was once a popular pizza restaurant found in malls across the U.S., but the decline of malls also meant that Sbarro needed to expand and reinvent itself.
Read More
-
Restaurants
By Jennifer Geer
Mexican food may already be popular in the U.S., but these fast-growing Mexican chains are about to show up everywhere and make it all the more beloved.
Read More
-
Burger King
By Jennifer Geer
Most of us have fond memories of getting fast food kids' meals with a plastic toy surprise. But there have been some disappointing toys in Burger King's past.
Read More
-
We've rounded up some of the most commonly mentioned discontinued Costco food court menu items that shoppers wish would make a comeback to feed their cravings.
Read More
-
Fast Food
By Jennifer Geer
A juicy fast-food burger satisfies cravings like no other, but flame grilled burgers are a step above. Here are the fast-food restaurants that still serve them.
Read More
-
Aldi offers a mix of store-brand staples and seasonal items that are available for a limited time. Here are the best Aldi foods to cook in your air fryer.
Read More
-
Gas Stations
By Jennifer Geer
Wally's, a new rest stop chain in the Midwest, offers a retro vibe, gifts, camping gear, a bakery, cafe, fresh-made sandwiches, pizza, and clean restrooms.
Read More
-
There's nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day than cooling off with an ICEE. Check out 10 of the most unique ICEE flavors that you might not know about.
Read More
-
Considering the best butter brand may seem a straightforward task, until you turn to the ingredient label. These brands are some of the worst offenders.
Read More
-
Bottled salad dressings offer convenience, but how do they fare when it comes to quality ingredients? We take a look at the best and worst of the bunch.
Read More
-
TV and Movies
By Jennifer Geer
Despite being a popular Food Network show, Unwrapped was canceled after almost a decade on air. Find out why it was canceled and what Mark Summers is doing now.
Read More
-
Food recalls due to safety issues aren't as rare as you might think. Here are 12 instances of large Target recalls over the last few years.
Read More
-
Countless celebrity chefs have made their name on the Food Network, but just as many have published recipes they no longer stand by. Here are just a few.
Read More
-
Shopping Tips
By Jennifer Geer
Frozen meatballs can be quick and delicious, but not all brands are created equal. Here are the highest quality and lowest quality frozen meatballs.
Read More
-
Shopping Tips
By Jennifer Geer
Consumers should know that while some breakfast bars may offer a nutritious start to your day, others aren't much better than eating a candy bar for breakfast.
Read More
-
Burger King
By Jennifer Geer
Every job has rules, but some of these rules are stranger than others. Here are the unexpected policies that Burger King makes its employees follow.
Read More
-
Five Guys
By Jennifer Geer
There's something undeniably fascinating about abandoned spaces, but it is rare to find a Five Guys among them. Join us as we dive into the reasons why.
Read More
-
The freezer section of your grocery store likely has an array of ice cream products. Look a little closer though and you may discover some aren't the real deal.
Read More
-
Pizza Hut
By Jennifer Geer
Pizza Hut is one of the most popular pizza chains in world, but as we all know, "popular" doesn't always translate to good. The menu is anything but noteworthy.
Read More
-
Fast Food
By Jennifer Geer
Taco Bueno has been around nearly as long as Taco Bell, but has somewhat flown under the radar. Let's dig into the ups and downs of this Tex-Mex chain.
Read More