Alexandra Emanuelli

Alexandra Emanuelli

Business: Alexandra Emanuelli

Education: Masters in Food, Culture and Communications at the University of Gastronomic Studies in Pollenzo Italy

Expertise: Busting nutrition myths, Health and wellness, Culture and history, Food trends

Award-winning food writer and journalist.
10+ years of experience writing and editing food news.
Featured HuffPost, Southern Living, The Spruce Eats, Everyday Health, and Simply Recipes.

Experience

Alexandra Emanuelli is an award-winning food writer and journalist with over a decade of experience writing and editing about the culinary world. She has contributed to major publications like HuffPost, Southern Living, The Spruce Eats, Everyday Health, and Simply Recipes where her expertise in food trends, recipe development, and nutrition shines through.

With a master's degree in Food Culture and Communications, Alexandra brings a thoughtful approach to food writing, exploring the cultural significance behind ingredients and culinary practices.

Favorite kitchen tool: "My favorite cooking tool is a toss-up between my food processor (from cookies and cakes and pastries to salads and slaws, it's so versatile!) and my bread machine (homemade bread without the work!). "

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