School
Regis University, University of Central Florida
Expertise
Kid-Friendly Cooking, Easy Recipes, Travel & Food
- Michelle has a passion for cooking healthy Italian-inspired food and indulging her big sweet tooth.
- Her love for food began at home with her family, who always discuss what's for dinner at breakfast, and grew by watching food competition shows.
- She enjoys trying out new kid-friendly restaurants and finding the best happy-hour deals.
Experience
Michelle has more than a decade of writing experience as a journalist, marketing strategist, and content writer. She has covered everything from breaking Florida news to the latest in the hospitality/tourism market for the CBS affiliate website in Orlando, FL. Michelle has since traded in breaking news and higher education marketing to write about her passions — food and travel! She started in food writing by doing restaurant reviews for a small, local community publication out of college. When she's not working or exploring the outdoors, she's trying out exciting new healthy, and delicious recipes in the kitchen (while trying to get her toddler to eat some more vegetables!) Michelle also teaches online undergraduate communications courses.
Education
Michelle has a master's in business administration from Regis University, where she focused on Marketing. She also has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Central Florida.
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.
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Cooking
By Michelle Washmuth
Whether you prefer flour or corn tortillas, knowing what to buy is important. We asked six chefs for their top tortilla brands you can find in stores.
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Restaurants
By Michelle Washmuth
Food is central to Floridian culture. From global cuisines to one-of-a-kind delicacies, here are the must-try meals to add to your Florida itinerary.
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Grilling And Smoking
By Michelle Washmuth
Don’t let simple errors ruin your ribeye -- follow these tips to achieve a perfect Maillard sear, juicy texture, and maximum, addictive flavor.
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Cooking
By Michelle Washmuth
Is one of your old-time favorite salad toppers a forgotten dressing of the past? Read on and you may may even find inspiration to give your salads a refresh.
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Facts
By Michelle Washmuth
With the long history of people enjoying sandwiches, it's no surprise some pairings haven't lasted. You'll rarely find these old-school sandwich hits today.
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Facts
By Michelle Washmuth
The cooking of earlier generations was influenced by the Great Depression and World War II. Over time, some of these classic Sunday dishes became rare.
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Facts
By Michelle Washmuth
Hummus arguably reigns supreme as the king of dips, but even this popularity isn't enough to make it immune to the occasional product recall.
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Restaurants
By Michelle Washmuth
Old-school ice cream shops hold a special place for a lot of people, but sadly, not all have withstood the test of time. Here are some that closed.
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Facts
By Michelle Washmuth
Here is the truth behind the myths about canned meat that are widely believed. Read on to become armed with knowledge and inspiration for your next pantry meal.
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Shopping Tips
By Michelle Washmuth
Is marked-down meat safe to eat? What if a meat package is bloated? We consulted experts to learn about red flags in the grocery store meat department.
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Costco
By Michelle Washmuth
Costco customers are usually huge fans of its bakery section, but it might be surprising to find out that not all of its bakery items are baked fresh in stores.
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Facts
By Michelle Washmuth
We're looking back at the '60s desserts that shaped our culture and could stand the test of time. We hope this list serves as a sweet memory of the favorites.
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Shopping Tips
By Michelle Washmuth
If you're conscious of your food budget and wanting to stretch it even further, try these simple grocery store swaps and tips to try and save some money.
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Cracker Barrel
By Michelle Washmuth
Cracker Barrel serves breakfast all day long ... but that doesn't mean that everything on the menu is an excellent selection.
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Grocery
By Michelle Washmuth
Freshness and quality are key when buying the perfect rotisserie chicken. These are some of the red flags you need to look out for before purchasing.
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Restaurants
By Michelle Washmuth
You could argue that everything from a steakhouse tastes better than homemade, but we're zeroing in on potatoes to find out just how chefs make them so tasty.
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Cooking
By Michelle Washmuth
There are some mistakes to avoid when cooking fettuccine Alfredo. Here's how you can recreate your version of the pasta dish to impress the pickiest of palates.
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Cooking
By Michelle Washmuth
We dove into the mistakes commonly made when cooking with egg noodles, and we're providing some helpful tips to have them turn into the ultimate feel-good meal.
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Facts
By Michelle Washmuth
Not all of the many beloved beverages in the United States are available in other countries. Read on to see which drinks are banned elsewhere.
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Cooking
By Michelle Washmuth
There are lots of store-bought pretzel options in the freezer aisle to enjoy at home. Here are some tips and delicious additions to upgrade frozen pretzels.
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Tips
By Michelle Washmuth
Ground turkey can be a delicious meat for a tasty burger, but to enjoy it fully you'll want to avoid some of these mistakes, according to chefs.
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Casual Dining
By Michelle Washmuth
If you're looking for healthier options at an eatery, the salad bar has you covered. Sadly, these once-popular chain restaurant salad bars have disappeared.
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Tips
By Michelle Washmuth
We've consulted the experts to find out what ingredients will make your fried fish extra crispy, helping you to recreate restaurant-quality food from home.
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Grocery
By Michelle Washmuth
Despite being common sights in many cities, misconceptions persist about delis and the quality of products they provide. An expert debunked some of these myths.
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Tips
By Michelle Washmuth
Store-bought vodka sauce is a great time-saver, but it can sometimes lack flavor. We interviewed several expert chefs to learn tips for upgrading it.
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Interviews
By Michelle Washmuth
We spoke with experts to get the scoop on what the best flours are for making perfectly crisp fried chicken, and which flours are the worst.
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Interviews
By Michelle Washmuth
Chefs divulge some of the secrets that make the egg drop soup you enjoy at restaurants taste better than what you make at home, and offer tips to follow.
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