Crystal Antonace
School
College Of Wooster, Loyola University
Expertise
Nutrition, Food Trends, Social & Economic Food Issues
- Crystal has developed her love of real food and nutrition from working on various farms across North Texas that focus on permaculture and holistic land management such as Dry Valley Dairy and Elizabeth Anna's Urban Farm and Market.
- She seeks to discover new and upcoming food trends pertaining to health and wellness.
- She also has extensive interest in how the economy impacts our relationship with food. She became highly tied to covering the 2022 food inflation crisis and the weight of its economic impact.
Experience
Crystal is a freelance writer with enthusiasm for all topics related to nutrition, real food, and social justice issues in the food community at large. She has written for several underground zines in Chicago, Illinois over the last decade including The Tiny Carrot and Black Forest Magic. Her passions lie in provocative topics that require debate and creative writing.
Education
Crystal holds a B.A. in communications with a focus on journalism from The College of Wooster in Ohio. While attending, she received honors from the National Communication Association for two separate theses. Upon graduation, Crystal attended Loyola University in Chicago for one year in pursuit of a master's degree in English.
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Stories By Crystal Antonace
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Canned cranberry sauce is a holiday staple, but just how many tiny cranberries does it take to produce a single can? The answer might surprise you.
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Bring out even more savory goodness from your summer tomatoes by marinating them. Whipping up a bright, herby marinade is easier than you might think.
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If you're looking to give your guacamole a boost, chickpeas are a great way to add texture and protein, while upgrading a dip to a main meal component.
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There are plenty of frozen breakfast sandwiches on the market, but some lack flavor, turn rubbery, or the cooking instructions just don't work.
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If you're looking to make a supremely satisfying version of stuffed cabbage rolls for dinner, you'll want to use this specific kind of cabbage.
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Fresh corn on the cob is something we look forward to every summer. Here's how to make sure the corn you're buying is at its peak freshness.
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A dirty scale can cause cross contamination between ingredients and harbor harmful bacteria. But there's an easy and effective way to keep it clean.
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Believe it not, you've probably been eating your pre-dinner bread all wrong at fancy restaurants and parties. Luckily, an etiquette coach is here to help.
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Most of us will be spending a lot of time in front of the grill this summer, why not shake things up with wood chips? Here are the best for fish and veggie.
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Instead of inserting slices of hard-boiled eggs between layers of toast and bacon, use them as the bread to make keto and gluten-free BLT sandwiches.
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If you often feel like your homemade salads are lacking a little something extra, try adding a needed crunch to the mix with the addition of seeds.
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All you need to make rice paper fruit rolls for your next picnic or outdoor gathering are rice paper sheets, a shallow bowl of water, and some chopped fruit.
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Forget the debate over which coconut milk brand is best. Making your own at home is better and much easier when you utilize this basic kitchen tool.
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Due to a contract dispute, Joey Chestnut was recently banned from competing in the annual Nathan's Famous event. Netflix has taken matters into its own hands.
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If you're on the hunt for a new way to reheat pizza that's simple, utilizing your handy panini press may be the perfect solution for a delicious outcome.
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Instead of plain old tomatoes in your BLT sandwich, consider using fried green tomatoes for a fresh, sharp taste and some extra crunch and texture.
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When packing food for your camping trip, you'll want to be as economical as possible. Pepping French toast before you set off is a great way to save space.
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Have you been looking for a nutritious and tasty new ingredient to add to your diet? There's one underrated canned food that you absolutely need to try.
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Picnic season is upon us, and there's nothing more satisfying than a spread of your favorite sandwiches. Up the crunch factor with this crispy veggie.
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If you are wondering how long an opened bottle of apple juice actually lasts, the answer to this question depends on the type you purchased.
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Cooking while camping is a great way to make meals as man historically did. Ash-roasted eggs are the historic breakfast you need on your next camping trip.
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It's always a good day when you can find a new use for a kitchen tool you already own. This particular hack will make packing lunches a breeze.
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This springtime produce can last months or more if stored in the appropriate manner. Here's how to make it last until the summer.
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If you're looking for an excuse to turn your favorite pasta salad recipe from a side dish into the full meal, look no further. This quick swap will do.
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Fried rice can liven up weeknight dinners - but sometimes you don't want the fuss of using the stovetop. Luckily, you can also make this dish in the air fryer!
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Give your next batch of coleslaw an added flavor boost and extra dose of nutrition by swapping your mayo for yogurt-based tzatziki sauce.
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As long as the cold drinks are flowing, chances are everyone at your backyard cookout are having a great time. Save your fridge space with this hack.