Jay Wilson
School
University Of Manchester
Expertise
Restaurant Industry Trends, Recipe Hacks, Italian Cuisine
- Jay has years of experience in the restaurant industry, working as everything from a chef to a front-of-house manager, to a freelance marketing assistant, to swabbing the floors at night.
- He is obsessed with the vibrant London food scene, and he makes it a mission to try at least three new restaurants a month.
- An avid chef, Jay has a particular passion for Italian cuisine, working in a number of acclaimed pizzerias across the U.K.
Experience
Jay is a freelance content writer and copywriter with a specific focus on the food industry, recipes, and nutrition. A full-time freelance writer since 2019, he was previously a frequent contributor to Drink Filtered. Before being a full-time writer, Jay worked in the food industry for several years, and thanks to his time as a restaurant marketing assistant, he has a keen insight into shifting food trends. He has also written for Health Digest and House Digest.
Education
Jay holds a First Class B.A. in English Literature. As an English grad, Jay loves thinking about how language can be used to inspire and inform in equal measure.
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Stories By Jay Wilson
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Pinto beans are underappreciated and versatile, and can add depth and richness to a variety of dishes. Here are some great ways to cook them.
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Most of the time, we treat frozen fruit exactly like its fresh counterpart. But this can quickly lead to mistakes in the kitchen and ruined dishes.
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There have been some huge salmon recalls that have involved an enormous quantity of products. Let's check out some of the biggest historical catastrophes.
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Pop-Tarts are an iconic breakfast food, with all kinds of flavors released over the years. Here are a few of the best that are no longer in stores.
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Tariffs have and will have a trickle-down impact on retailers like Costco, which rely on supply chains and products from countries around the world.
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Whether you're making burgers or bolognese, choosing the right cut of meat with a good fat ratio is pivotal when grinding your own ground beef at home.
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Ginger ale has long been considered an at-home remedy for nausea, but it turns out that this, and all sorts of other assumptions, may be totally untrue.
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It's common for frozen onion rings to turn out a bit soggy rather than crispy when you heat them up, but we've got some tricks for increasing the crunch factor.
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Cucumber goes well in all kinds of dishes, but there are a few things to know about preparing this vegetable. Here are some easy mistakes to avoid.
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Costco is a go-to store for food at bargain prices, but many don't realize that Sam's Club has the same, or similar, items for even cheaper.
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Burger King has found fast-food success worldwide, but it's made no shortage of mistakes. Here are 14 of the chain restaurant's biggest missteps.
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Keep your eye out for these red flags the next time you want to dine at a Chinese restaurant, as they may mean the food is inauthentic or just plain bad.
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These discontinued Minute Maid products were tasty and refreshing...so why were they pulled off shelves? Here are the juices and flavors we want back.
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From the various flavors that have been available to the struggles of unveiling it nationwide, here's what you should know about McD's minty green shake.
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From smoky ingredients like peppers to bright, sweet ones like pineapples, these canned foods will add even more depth, flavor, and texture to your soup.
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Starbucks is always convenient, but some easy mistakes when ordering can make life difficult for both you and your barista. Here's what to avoid.
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Delis a great place to grab a quick and tasty sandwich, but there are red flags to look out for that show which establishments are unhygienic or low quality.
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Butter is well-known for its creamy, rich, and flavorful qualities, and is the backbone of countless recipes. But these common mistakes can ruin buttery dishes.
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From a sweet French toast casserole to a savory French toast lasagna, pre-made frozen French toast can be a delicious and versatile purchase.
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There are several ways to cook and eat Tom & Jerry steak, but not all of those are created equal. This is the ultimate guide to preparing Tom & Jerry steak.
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For a quick, convenient meal, a drive-thru is a great option, but not all are equally soeedy. Here are the fastest and slowest drive-thrus in the U.S.
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Trader Joe's has long had a reputation for being a more wholesome grocery store option, but this doesn't come without some unhealthy exceptions.
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Like many potato chip companies these days, Lay's has a strong experimental streak, but many of the 14 discontinued flavors listed here were successes.
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Pringles are cutthroat when discontinuing a flavor. Often, the public only discovers their favorite chip is gone when Pringles replies to their inquiring tweet.
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Whether you're looking to cut back on sodium, deliver more heat, or bring more umami flavor, consider one of these add-ins for your instant ramen,
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Truffles are all the rage right now, but they're pricy and rare. Use this guide to learn to avoid fake and false truffles, which don't live up to the real ones.
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No, they don't have anything to do with products moving around the store, and yes, you need your card every time. Here's what Costco employees need you to know.