Gabriella Hernandez
Expertise
Tex-Mex Cuisine, Breakfast Foods, Desserts
- Gabriella's passion for food has led her to pursue new dishes and unique flavors from California to New York.
- She is obsessed with cooking competition shows such as "Chopped" and "Nailed It!"
- Her favorite meal thus far has been Australian lamb grilled with the fires of Hell's Kitchen in Las Vegas.
Experience
Gabriella joined Daily Meal as a freelance writer in 2024, shortly after graduating from Grinnell College. She began her professional writing career in 2022 by writing for the Scarlet & Black newspaper. Though her writing has covered a wide range of topics, she eventually found her niche in the opinions section by creating a recurring food review column. It was through that column Gabriella found a passion for writing about food.
Education
Gabriella holds a B.A. in classics and religious studies from Grinnell College.
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Stories By Gabriella Hernandez
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Frozen food is convenient to have on hand for unexpected cravings or to quickly heat up on your lunch break. But beware of the Boston Market frozen pot pie.
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What do Opal and Golden Delicious apples have in common? They taste great. Beyond that, though, there are many differences you should know when choosing.
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The secret to a great relish is a good crunch as much as its flavor. To achieve the perfect texture, reach for this dinner table stalwart.
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Fresh berries can give your pudding a huge flavor boost, but pump your brakes with the strawberries - they could actually ruin your delicious dessert.
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As its popularity rises, it's essential to understand that not all wagyu is the same. What's the difference between American and Japanese wagyu beef?
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Sponges are one of many kitchen tools you should be cleaning more often than you realize. Make sure you have this pantry staple that'll clean them like a charm.
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Two of the most popular fruits don't exactly translate to fruit salad. But if you must add them to the mix, follow these tips to keep them from browning.
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If you've tasted both karaage and American fried chicken several times, chances are you've picked up on the differences already. Here is what sets them apart.
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Plenty of your favorite dishes have unique origins. If you're a fan of fried seafood, especially clams, you should know their invention started with a joke.
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Upgrade your morning routine with a coffee creamer swap. Substitute your creamer for the luxurious flavor of sweetened condensed milk for a gourmet experience.
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If you think Costco is popular in the United States, just wait until you learn just how long the line was outside Japan's latest store opening.
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You might be making some mistakes when brewing tea, but one of the most important is how it's stored. Here are some tell-tale signs your tea bags have expired.
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Cornell Chicken is a cornerstone of upstate New York summertime cuisine. But as it turns out, it wasn't even invented at Cornell University.
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Prep work for cooking meat can take some time, but it's worth it. The next time you make pork, let your dry rub 'marinate' your cut for the best flavor.
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Think all a good hot dog needs is some ketchup, mustard, and relish? Think again. Meet the Sonoran hot dog, the delicious Mexican fusion frank of your dreams.