School
Queens University of Charlotte
Expertise
North Carolina Local Restaurants, Mixology, Baking
- As an avid food enthusiast, Julia loves to play around with various kitchen gadgets, from the latest and greatest KitchenAid stand mixers to sous vide immersion machines.
- She has appeared on several cooking and TV programs, including WBTV Carolina, Fox 46 Charlotte, WCCB Charlotte's CW Food Truck Rumble, and Cooking Channel's "Man v Food."
- Julia is always on the lookout for hidden gems, and powerhouse spots alike –– lately you'll find her at North Carolina's beloved James Beard nominated spots like Raleigh's St. Roch Fine Oysters and Durham's Saltbox Seafood Joint.
Experience
Whether it's a spunky social media post or an engaging article, Julia has worked with big and small businesses alike to produce colorful, attention-grabbing content. She has contributed to publications such as The Charlotte Observer, Offline INC, and Raleigh Magazine. Julia has also produced content for national food, beverage, and travel brands such as Dunkin' Donuts, Sheetz, Le Creuset, Bojangles, Clean Juice, Genuine Fred, and Amtrak. In her spare time, you can find her traveling throughout North Carolina to research the best spots to visit.
Education
Julia has a degree in Communication with a minor in Digital Media Studies from Queens University of Charlotte.
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Fast Food
By Julia Forbes May 8th, 2023
America has a long history of delicious fast food, and some of the most recognizable chains have origins in North Carolina. Here are the best ones.
By Julia Forbes May 8th, 2023
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Grocery
By Julia Forbes April 27th, 2023
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Restaurants
By Julia Forbes April 19th, 2023
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Dunkin’
By Julia Forbes May 3rd, 2025
Dunkin's had countless unique menu items come and go over the years, often breaking fans' hearts when they're discontinued. Let's take a walk down memory lane.
By Julia Forbes May 3rd, 2025
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Shopping
By Julia Forbes February 26th, 2023
Little Debbie products have been providing smiles since 1933, and with so many products it's hard to choose. Here's a complete ranking of what to purchase next.
By Julia Forbes February 26th, 2023
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Tips
By Julia Forbes January 31st, 2023
Frozen pizzas are perfect for a quick and easy dinner, but they can also be boring. Try out these clever ways to make your next frozen pizza something amazing.
By Julia Forbes January 31st, 2023
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