Location
Denmark/United Kingdom
School
The Open University
Expertise
Japanese food, Baking, Low-calorie recipes
- Willow considers herself an all-out expert on Japanese cuisine—she speaks the language, owns all the kitchen gadgets, and travels to Japan almost every year for a month of non-stop eating.
- She bakes themed cupcakes and other treats for just about every holiday and occasion and enjoys trying out recipes from video game cookbooks.
- During her university studies, Willow worked at various bars and food establishments, including a sushi restaurant.
Experience
Willow started authoring short stories as a hobby when she was 11 years old and bases all of her educational and work-related decisions around her love for language and writing. She worked in the restaurant industry during university and spent a year teaching English in Japan. Driven by her lifelong love of video games, Willow began her professional writing career in the field of technology, contributing to Digital Trends, SlashGear, and BGR. More recently, her coverage focuses on the effect big tech and AI have on our lives. An enthusiastic and eager-to-learn home cook, Willow prepares meals for her family regularly and is translating her experience in the kitchen into informative articles for Daily Meal.
Education
Willow has a bachelor's degree in English literature from The Open University. She also has certifications in Japanese language proficiency and teaching English as a foreign language.
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Cleaning
By Willow Roberts
The Swiffer Sweeper is a faster and easier-to-use alternative to a traditional mop. However, there are some types of floors you shouldn't use it on.
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Casual Dining
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In addition to its DIY furniture, IKEA is well known for its Swedish meatballs and food court. The idea began in the 1950s at the very beginning.
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Food History
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Nobody likes letting food go to waste, and dairy has a relatively short shelf life. Luckily, this tip for preservation is simple enough to do on your own.
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In-N-Out Burger
By Willow Roberts
In-N-Out Burger prides itself on its high-quality, never-frozen, handmade patties — but some customers refuse to eat at the chain until one thing improves.
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