Crystal Antonace
School
College Of Wooster, Loyola University
Expertise
Nutrition, Food Trends, Social & Economic Food Issues
- Crystal has developed her love of real food and nutrition from working on various farms across North Texas that focus on permaculture and holistic land management such as Dry Valley Dairy and Elizabeth Anna's Urban Farm and Market.
- She seeks to discover new and upcoming food trends pertaining to health and wellness.
- She also has extensive interest in how the economy impacts our relationship with food. She became highly tied to covering the 2022 food inflation crisis and the weight of its economic impact.
Experience
Crystal is a freelance writer with enthusiasm for all topics related to nutrition, real food, and social justice issues in the food community at large. She has written for several underground zines in Chicago, Illinois over the last decade including The Tiny Carrot and Black Forest Magic. Her passions lie in provocative topics that require debate and creative writing.
Education
Crystal holds a B.A. in communications with a focus on journalism from The College of Wooster in Ohio. While attending, she received honors from the National Communication Association for two separate theses. Upon graduation, Crystal attended Loyola University in Chicago for one year in pursuit of a master's degree in English.
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Stories By Crystal Antonace
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Have you been looking to upgrade one of your favorite breakfast dishes? Enhance this main ingredient to give your morning waffles a boost.
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This quick and easy protein pudding recipe will help you reach your daily protein goals while also ensuring you don't miss out on dessert at the end of the day.
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There's nothing inherently wrong with grabbing some boxed cake mix to help out with a recipe when you're in a hurry. But read the labels carefully.
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Beyond making your cake ahead of time and chopping your fruit the day before, you can use an instant pudding mix to ease your trifle-making.
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When it comes to cooking up thick slabs of beef, you have severa reasons to avoid deep-frying as a preferred cooking method.
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The pickled component of tuna salad can be many things, such as pickles or sauerkraut. But if you're looking to try something new, give capers a try.
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Beyond the excitement of putting your favorite items into a sushi burrito, you may often wish it had a little more crunch. Thankfully, we have an easy solution.
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Although there are countless ways to perfect chocolate chip cookies, Duff Goldman relies on one simple tip for satisfactory results each time.
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When it comes to making those adorable and delicious hand pies, ensuring a mess-free experience can be tricky. Grab this tool for ease.
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For toasted nuts that reach doneness in no time and don't burn as easily (nor require much babysitting at all), turn to your air fryer over your oven.
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When it comes to making a deliciously oozy grilled cheese sandwich, bread choice matters. Here's one you'll want to avoid.
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There are choices out there when it comes to cottage cheese, and not all brands are created equal. It's important to read the nutrition label on this one.
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With Starbucks' new fall menu in circulation, you can easily turn the chocolatey delight of a Cooke Crumble Frap into a delicious fall-time treat.
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Red wine vinegar certainly sounds like an ingredient that contains alcohol. The answer has to do with the fermentation process when making vinegar.
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Everyone loves a good dip, but what if there was a way to make them a little more nutritious? Roast and blend this veggie for a delicious new dip option.
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Kimchi is the bright, fermented, Korean side dish you always need to have on hand. Elevate its flavor and complexity with this simple, fruity addition.
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When poaching fruit, it's best to keep it submerged in the poaching liquid for even cooking. So, consider using this parchment trick for perfect results.
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If you have leftover ingredients or falafel mix from your last batch of baked falafel, you can easily transform this into delicious burger patties.
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Try this new way of cooking salmon to infuse more flavor -- no matter what kind of seasoning, marinade or sauce you choose. All you need is a knife.
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If you're bored with regular orange juice these super flavorful blends from Aldi snagged Product of the Year awards for a good reason -- they taste delicious.
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If you love nigiri sushi, and wish there was an easier way to serve this Japanese dish to friends and family, it's time for you to give sushi cups a try.
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Mug cakes are a great option when you want a sweet treat for one with little muss or fuss. However, keep this topping tip in mind before making one.
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Love avocado in your salad, but not how it looks? Slicing and shingling them before can turn a bland looking salad into a beautiful and tasty meal.
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Want to upgrade your store-bought ramen? Make it a gourmet experience by adding bacon fat to the broth -- and maybe even some other toppings.
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Some hacks that you learn online are truly life-changing, while many don't hold up. Cake cutting seems simple enough already, so why this hack?
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There aren't many foods you could cook with an air fry, but that doesn't mean you should. For instance, is it the best way to make Rice Krispies treats?
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Although lemon bars are simple and tasty on their own, this easy upgrade brings an entire new flavor profile into the mix for an even better dessert.