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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Did you know that coffee creamer is a magic ingredient for adding creaminess and flavor to everything from soups and mashed potatoes to cakes and cocktails?
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When you think of a skillet, you tend to imagine food dropped into a piping-hot one. That's not always the best idea, though, as these foods demonstrate.
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There are a lot of myths surrounding hard-boiled eggs, ranging from best peeling methods to ways to preserve them. We're examining 11 of the most persistent.
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As simple as a basic fish sandwich might seem, it's surprisingly easy to mess one up. Avoid these common pitfalls next time you make a fish sandwich at home.
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Canned collard greens have a variety of uses in the kitchen. Here are a few of our favorite ways to bring out the flavor of these nutritious vegetables.
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Taco Bell was everywhere in the '90s, expanding its menu and experimenting with tons of new items, not all of which lasted. Here are some you may not remember.
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When you think of canned fish, you probably think of tuna or anchovies, but canned salmon's a great choice, as well. Here's what you need to know.
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Yukon Golds and russets make great mashed potatoes, but they're not the only potato varieties that can give you a lovely mash, far from it, in fact.
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Cherries make for excellent snacks, desserts, and additions to savory dishes, but from pitting them to freezing them, there are a few key mistakes to avoid.
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Woks can be used for far more than just stir-fries, provided you use them correctly. Here's what to avoid doing, based on our experience and expert opinion.
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Let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit some McDonald's menu items from the '90s that are lost forever (and some that we honestly wish would come back).
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We all know certain things shouldn't go into the microwave, but where does that leave you when reheating food? Here's what containers are safe and what aren't.
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Some ingredients can complement the taste of tomatoes. Other ingredients can change up the flavor of your tomatoes, and bring new life to your favorite fruit.
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Europe is home to a thriving beer culture, combining new styles with centuries-old traditions. Here's a list of the best destinations for a refreshing vacation.
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To enjoy grapes properly, you have to get them home from the store in one piece -- and that's only one of the common challenges associated with these fruits.
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Ground turkey's a great lower-fat alternative to ground beef, but it has its own rules when it comes to cooking. Avoid these common mistakes.
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If you like your steaks with a side of history, consider dining at one of America's oldest steakhouses, some of which opened as early as the 1800s.
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Beans are a delicious staple enjoyed in recipes around the world, and they're easy to prepare. Just be careful to avoid these common mistakes while cooking.
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A perfectly poached egg is no easy task. To help you avoid the pitfalls, we're here to lay out some of the most common egg-poaching mistakes.
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Smart shoppers love the freezer aisle, but even they make mistakes within it. These are the mishaps you should avoid in the iciest part of the supermarket.
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Almost everyone loves ice cream, and it's always a tempting option with fast food. Before you order some though, here are some things you should know.
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Costco's bakery offers an array of delectable baked goods at Costco prices, but if you're trying to eat healthy, you'll want to steer clear of these items.
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Coleslaw can be tweaked in all sort of ways, and quite a few regions across the U.S. and world have done just that, making for some very different slaws.
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Steakhouse potatoes are uniquely delicious. We're here to reveal why they beat out homemade spuds -- and how you can apply these secrets in your own kitchen.
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Kitchen scales are one of the most useful tools in any cook's arsenal, but there are a few easy mistakes to avoid when using them. Here are the biggest ones.
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To this day, people still believe some common misconceptions about frozen food, like that it's lower quality than fresh food items, or more expensive.
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If you think putting an open can of food in the fridge will give you food poisoning, you're not alone. We're here to debunk that myth and more.