Jay Wilson
School
University Of Manchester
Expertise
Restaurant Industry Trends, Recipe Hacks, Italian Cuisine
- Jay has years of experience in the restaurant industry, working as everything from a chef to a front-of-house manager, to a freelance marketing assistant, to swabbing the floors at night.
- He is obsessed with the vibrant London food scene, and he makes it a mission to try at least three new restaurants a month.
- An avid chef, Jay has a particular passion for Italian cuisine, working in a number of acclaimed pizzerias across the U.K.
Experience
Jay is a freelance content writer and copywriter with a specific focus on the food industry, recipes, and nutrition. A full-time freelance writer since 2019, he was previously a frequent contributor to Drink Filtered. Before being a full-time writer, Jay worked in the food industry for several years, and thanks to his time as a restaurant marketing assistant, he has a keen insight into shifting food trends. He has also written for Health Digest and House Digest.
Education
Jay holds a First Class B.A. in English Literature. As an English grad, Jay loves thinking about how language can be used to inspire and inform in equal measure.
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Stories By Jay Wilson
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Whether you're a novice or a pro there are some tricks to baking bread you may not know. Check out these 15 hacks and discover your new favorite technique.
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There's an almost endless supply of tasty fruit cocktails at the supermarket. We look at the best canned fruit cocktails and explain what makes them so special.
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Without the right knowledge, you could be making some grave errors with your tofu, ones that could leave you with tasteless, boring, or inedible food.
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Sonic is a a classic drive-in for Americans, but there are some menu items that aren't so great. Here are 14 things you might want to avoid ordering.
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Are you tired of ordering decadent burgers that are impossible to fit in your mouth? So were the creators of the smash burger in this epic tale of its origins.
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If you don't have enough time in the morning, or just want to change up your breakfast, we understand you. Here is a list of easy hacks to upgrade it.
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Omelets are easy to customize to suit anyone's taste preferences. Impress your dining guests by avoiding these 13 mistakes while making your eggs.
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With a few simple additions, you can have a dynamite and completely unique snack that can make the perfect accompaniment to your home movie night.
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Nothing quite tastes like a delicious olive. Many prefer canned olives. However, with so many choices, it can be hard to decide. We list the brands to look for.
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If you need help finding fresh mushrooms at the grocery store, we have a solution. Check out our list of the 13 best canned ones you can buy now.
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With these hacks, you'll not only be making great salads every time, but you'll be saving time, money, and effort while producing restaurant-quality meals.
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Few people are under the illusion that grape jelly is a healthy food, but in some cases, what's actually in those jars can be pretty surprising and unhealthy.
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For many, marina sauce is a dietary staple. But, while homemade may be the best, there isn't always the time. That's where store-bought marinara sauces come in.
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Are you tired of your homemade yellow curry in a hurry turning out bland? Don't worry; we've put together 14 mistakes to avoid to elevate your next dish.
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We all love canned corn. However, with so many options at the supermarket, sometimes it's tough to choose. We look at which ones to buy and which ones to avoid.
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Indian food is popular both in the United States and worldwide -- thanks to the cuisine's inimitable combination of spices, flavors, and textures.
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It's easy to get a good hollandaise sauce in your supermarket. Most of them just take a quick microwave or simmer in a pot before they're ready to enjoy.
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Stop buying the same basic Brussels sprouts at the grocery store. We made a list of 15 delicious varieties you might find at your local farmers market.
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While eggs are one of the most widely-available and commonly-used foods out there, they can also be devilishly tricky to get just right, unfortunately.
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We've put together our top tips for making the best homemade tortillas so that you can get them right the first time, and every time after that.
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When used correctly, sauerkraut can make many recipes more exciting, while allowing you to take advantage of all of the fermented food's health benefits.
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We're here to fly the Union Jack for the British menu. There are loads of traditional British foods out there that are delicious, filling, and unique.
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You don't have to be a professional chef to perfect your green beans. All you need is a few easy-to-learn, easy-to-execute tips that you can practice at home.
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Knowing exactly how to prepare a meal has its comforts. But you might be missing out on some key ways to take your jambalaya to the next level.
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Pickles are a fundamental element of many cuisines, but this method of preparing food has fascinating roots in ancient Egypt. Take a deep dive into its history.
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With Costco's large selection, it can be hard to figure out what to buy. The last thing you want to do is take home something that you're going to toss.
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Are you growing tired of always eating baked beans the same old way? If so, we can help. Read on to learn different ways you can elevate your baked beans.