David Tran
School
Virginia Commonwealth University
Expertise
Veganism, Restaurant And Product Previews, Food Trends
- As a longtime vegan, David has whipped up many vegan dishes and desserts.
- He has covered restaurant openings and new product launches and has interviewed restaurateurs and chefs, including DC-based chef Victor Albisu and Richmond ice cream shop owner and winner of Food Network's "Clash of the Cones" Rabia Kamara.
- In his free time, David runs a blog analyzing and dissecting the latest pop culture and internet trends, often intersecting with food.
Experience
David is a freelance writer with a passion for arts & culture, food, and internet culture. Since his first role at RVA Magazine, David has covered local businesses, entertainers, and change-makers, focusing on underrepresented and historically marginalized communities. He piqued an interest in food writing during his time at Washingtonian Magazine. At the publication, he covered the latest restaurant openings in the D.C. area. His works have also been published in Richmond Times-Dispatch and AP News.
Education
David holds a B.S. in Mass Communications, with a concentration in Digital Journalism from Virginia Commonwealth University. During his time in college, his work has been published in AP News and numerous local outlets.
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Stories By David Tran
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Doritos is constantly bringing new flavor combinations to the market. Today, it released a spicy-and-sweet variety that highlights Black changemakers.
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French fries may be one of the most popular side dishes, but they don't always need to be paired with ketchup. This style of dip is beloved in the Netherlands.
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TikTok is full of food and beverage tips and ideas. There's a new summertime drink trend on the platform that includes simple flavors of jam and sparking water.
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Costco has plenty of worthwhile buffalo sauces on their shelves. One of them is even a vegan standout that has many Costco lovers buzzing online.
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Krispy Kreme's chocolate glazed donuts returning for just two days. On July 7 and 8, chocolate fanatics can head to Krispy Kreme to get their hands on them.
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Ketchup: to fridge or not to fridge? Heinz, the popular condiment company, announced its firm stance on the longstanding debate with a single tweet.
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Costco is stocking watermelon-flavored JonnyPops just in time for summer, but the fruity ice pops have proven to be surprisingly polarizing.
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Dole Whip has been a fan-favorite staple of Disney parks for years, but Costco's store version left shoppers with nothing but disappointment.
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Aldi is a fan-favorite for plenty of specialty items, including the return of its Donut Ice Cream bars. Two unique flavors return this summer.
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Many companies have put out pink products in anticipation of the "Barbie" movie, and Cold Stone Creamery just released a glittery new flavor to help celebrate.
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This TikTok trend turns honey into a sweet and refreshing treat that is sure to please -- and it's super easy to make!
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Vegans and vegetarians rejoice as this popular product dons the shelves at Trader Joe's. Regular shoppers can't get enough of this grocery store find.
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Snapple has an abundance of flavored iced teas, but there's one deliciously minty variety people would like to see return to store shelves.
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Once a beloved treat only found oversees, Pocky now graces the aisles of Costco. Here customers can stock up on the Japanese treat thanks to a variety pack.
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The popular spicy snack, Takis' has several beloved flavors. Now the brand is finally making its Dragon Sweet Chili flavor available in the U.S.
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Inflation has spurred Italians to instigate a boycott of one of the country's most beloved ingredients: pasta. Here's what you need to know.
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These adorable fruity frozen desserts have people flocking to Costco's freezer shelves. The famous sorbets come in an array of flavors and have a hint of cream.
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You may be a fan of a specific food or flavor, but only the most loyal fans can get the product to stay on shelves. That's what Tic Tac loyalists recently did.
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A viral tweet about Baskin Robbins' Oreo shake says the drink is dangerously unhealthy, but its specific nutritional claims are totally wrong.
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Is there such a thing as too many pretzels? According to Trader Joe's customers, there certainly is. At least in their latest snack mix Enchanted Jangle.
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Many consider solo dining to be intimidating or, worse, socially abnormal. But the truth is: No, it's not weird to go to a restaurant alone.
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A new, limited-edition gummy candy is stocked on the shelves this summer and Trader Joe's shoppers are already singing its praises. Is it the best yet?
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Soggy french fries are the worst. So, for the benefit of fresher fries, McDonald's and Chick-fil-A are now looking to track their customers' locations.
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XO sauce, a flavor-packed staple of Cantonese cuisine, doesn't contain any cognac, but its name was inspired by that luxurious type of brandy.
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Trader Joe's infamously discontinues products seemingly overnight. This now includes its jackfruit curry, which fans would love to see back.
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Break out your flower crown and mosey on over to the nearest maypole, because Ikea's Midsummer Buffet is returning just in time for solstice season.
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Parent company Kraft Heinz is rolling out a package rebrand for its popular Kraft Singles products - Swiss, American, and 2% milk American - this year.