Ariana DiValentino
School
New York University
Expertise
Beer And Beverages, NYC Bars And Restaurants, Vegan Dining
- In 2022, she was recognized as a finalist in the category of Best Writing About Diversity in Beer by the British Guild of Beer Writers. The North American Guild of Beer Writers also granted her the second place Best Brewery Profile in the same year.
- She once set out on a quest to try every vegan doughnut in Los Angeles. She was successful.
- She is incapable of ordering a beer without sounding like a pretentious jerk, but she's happy to order for you, too.
Experience
Ariana has been a freelance lifestyle journalist since 2016, after getting her start as a writer and later editor for the Washington Square News, the NYU student newspaper. She has written on food, drink, and other lifestyle topics for sites including Insider, HuffPost, VinePair, Resy, Vice, and Hello Giggles. She is based in New York City and loves trying new vegan restaurants and scouting out the best happy hours in Brooklyn.
Education
Ariana has a B.A. in dramatic literature and an M.A. in performance studies from New York University's College of Arts and Science and the Tisch School of the Arts.
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Stories By Ariana DiValentino
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Olive Garden has been a mainstay in the chain restaurant game for decades. To keep its look fresh and inviting, the brand has changed its logo a few times.
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This salad dressing life hack will forever change how you enjoy chickpeas, whether they're a salad garnish, side dish, or the main starch in your meal.
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The last thing you want is for your bagged salad to go bad. Here's an easy trick for keeping your packaged salad fresh starting with your trip home.
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Apple pie is a staple of Americana but did you know there are ways to even improve upon its greatness? The key is adding boiled apple cider to the mix.
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For such a small state, Rhode Island has a more significant food culture than you may think. This is how frozen lemonade came to be a staple of the state.
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So many dishes start with boiling potatoes, but for the best flavor, they need salt. Here's what you need to know about the ideal time to add it.
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If you're looking for a true bang for your buck in the wine aisle, head to Aldi's and scoop up this limited time offering. Customers can't get enough.
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With so many breadsticks going back to the kitchen uneaten, you may wonder if Olive Garden re-serves them to another table. Here's what you need to know.
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Are you a devotee of homemade salad dressing? Then this handy kitchen gadget could save you a lot of time and hassle when creating your next mixture.
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Preparing broccoli can be a time-consuming hassle, but there's a particular countertop hack that will help you split the vegetable into florets instantly.
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Many fast food and fast casual chains utilize pre-prepared dishes and serve them up to customers. Does Olive Garden do that with their famous salads?
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Getting salad dressing just right can be a bit of a challenge. The good news is, there's an easy fix for dressings that are too sharp in taste: Just add water.
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Frozen fruit doesn't have to be forgotten in your freezer, bring it to life with a delicious coulis. Here's how to make this fancy, yet super easy, topping.
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Those tiny syrup bottles at Cracker Barrel are too cute to let go to waste. Here's a clever hack to upcycle them for a creative use in your kitchen.
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Of course Olive Garden has an app. The question is: Is it worth downloading? Here's the rundown on what it offers and why you might find it useful, or not.
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Homemade pizza is a perfect comfort food, but not when it comes out soggy. Try this tip using semolina flour to achieve the crispiest dough possible.
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Sweet potatoes are versatile and nutritious, and a holiday season staple. But to preserve their flavor, avoid the refrigerator. Here's how best to store them.
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With about 900 locations around the world, Olive Garden is a huge operation. But of all these outposts, which Olive Garden do you think is the biggest?
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Grilled onions are the perfect addition to any BBQ, but they don't always stay intact. Here's the perfect way to keep them from falling through the grates.
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If your oven comes with a self-cleaning function, you should think twice before using it. Here are the reasons why letting your oven clean itself is a mistake.
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Pickle juice can be used in creative ways in cooking and cocktails, and it's got some nutritional benefits too. So why not buy straight brine online?
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It's okay to have leftover wine (really), but it's best to store it properly for a better glass when you enjoy it later. Here's why a mason jar is the answer.
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A perfectly al dente portobello burger is an umami bomb, but don't let yours go soggy. Here's the mistake you may be making, and how to avoid mushy mushrooms.
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There's no doubt Olive Garden is a popular restaurant chain in the U.S. -- but does this Italian-themed casual dining outpost exist in Italy? Here's the dish.
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Good & Plenty routinely make the list for worst Halloween candy, but why? The answer is simple: Good and Plenty is a black licorice flavored candy.