Jessica Fleming-Montoya
Expertise
Cooking Tips & Hacks, Chef & Expert Insights, Restaurant News
- As a news writer for Daily Meal, Jessica loves tackling expert pieces that offer exclusive insights into cooking tips, ingredients, food combos, and more.
- After traveling all over South America and sampling new cuisine, she developed a knack for attempting recipes on her own.
- She recreated every dessert from the Japanese TV show "Yumeiro Patisserie."
Experience
Jessica joined Daily Meal in 2023 as a contributing news writer, although she's spent the past six years as a writing professional. She started her writing journey as an intern at Ariel House Bed & Breakfast in Dublin, Ireland, where she managed the company blog and traveled around the city, picking up interesting stories to share with future guests. Jessica then went on to work at a startup marketing agency in Washington, D.C., where she served as the director of marketing, handling publicity outreach, SEO, and content creation. Eventually, she left the position to pursue a full-time career in content writing, and her love of food and travel led her to write for multiple industry-leading sites such as Blender Bottle, Cruise Hive, Camelbak, and more. Today, Jessica continues to combine her love of food and culture through her work at Daily Meal.
Education
Jessica has a B.S. in business administration from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and an M.A. in Latin American cultural studies from Universidad Autonoma de Occidente, Colombia.
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Stories By Jessica Fleming-Montoya
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While cheeses and jams may be some of the more common fixings, there's a charcuterie board ingredient you may not have thought of - truffle honey.
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Cream cheese is the ultimate dip ingredient for creating savory, sweet or even spicy dips. Dips are so customizable that you can have fun with recipe ideas.
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This snack comes in multiple flavors, from spicy Flamin' Hot Fritos to tangy ranch-flavored snacks, but there is one clear winner when it comes to taste.
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You might be skeptical that there's a way to improve guacamole. It's already the ultimate dip and condiment. Adding this roasted ingredient brings new flavors.
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When it's barbecue season nothing hits the spot quite like tubular meat. Take your hot dogs to the next level year-round with this flavorful ingredient.
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Different elements of a tomato offer their own advantages in cooking, but some people overlook the most delicious part and that's a big mistake.
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Avocado toast is a simple breakfast or snack option, but it's just as easy to mess up. By following these tips, it'll never come out soggy or smushed.
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Aldi has some amazing deals on many different wines, but can you find champagne that's the real deal among the selection of sparkling wines?
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Chopsticks can be used for so much more than eating. We got expert-approved advice for choosing the right type of chopsticks for cooking purposes.
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Among the many creative ways to take boxed cake mix up a notch, this ingredient is one of the easiest hacks. It adds so much flavor with so little effort.
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With its wallet-friendly prices, Aldi is a great place to go to stock up on booze for your next party. In fact its Prosecco is so good it's won awards.
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There's big news for both Beyoncé fans and whiskey lovers alike, a winning new whiskey brand is about to hit the shelves. Here's what you need to know.
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Vanilla ice cream is the perfect backdrop for tons of creative toppings, and some people even like to drizzle a bit of oil on their frozen dessert.
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Grilled cheese is a classic that can be transformed with almost anything. Next time you're cooking one, try adding this hearty filling into the mix.
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There are some pretty tasty stuffed olive varieties already out there, but nothing beats following your personal tastes to create a customized martini garnish.
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Chopsticks aren't just for eating or serving. They are also great cooking tools that can make some kitchen tasks much easier. We consulted an expert for tips.
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There's nothing like cinnamon rolls fresh out of the oven. But making them from scratch can take hours. Luckily, using store-bought pizza dough is a workaround.
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Savory empanadas are great, but dessert empanadas might be even better. These sweet treats can be stuffed with anything you imagine.
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There are several benefits to oak cutting boards over other materials. But there's one big issue you should be aware of before making the investment.
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Sometimes you'll want a thick milkshake to go alongside your Whopper on a visit to Burger King. But is that the only sweet option on the menu?
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Frugal shoppers find some amazing items at Aldi, but this one in particular didn't impress. Chocolate lovers should not waste their money on this bar.
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A Monte Cristo falls somewhere between a Croque Monsieur and French toast on the grilled sandwich scale. But an expert warns of this error when making one.
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Chefs Varun Inamdar and Chintan Pandya shared exclusively with Daily Meal their tips and essential spices for making delicious tandoori chicken at home.
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Café de olla is a Mexican take on the ubiquitous beverage. Find out how this coffee drink stands out and what you need to recreate the flavor at home.
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A fun and creative vessel for your next coffee is the unexpected: an ice cream cone. Here's how to try out this viral hack and why it does actually work.
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Craving something crunchy, but you don't feel like leaving the house? Take your frozen french fries to the next level by adding these seasonings.
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Tips for constructing a classic po'boy from a veteran southern chef will keep your sandwich from making a mess and falling apart.