Julia Mullaney
School
Seton Hall University, Marist College
Expertise
Recipe Development, Restaurant Critiquing, Food Photography
- In 2017, Julia published a cookbook called "Man, You Can Cook" — initially written for her brother, the cookbook was geared toward millennial men who were looking for easy, hearty recipes.
- She's interviewed celebrity chefs such as David Burke and covering Nick Liberato's restaurant opening.
- The greatest meal she's ever had is a seven-course tasting menu at New York City's two Michelin-starred SAGA.
Experience
In nearly a decade covering food and drink, Julia has gained ample experience as a recipe developer through her recipe newsletter, Five Ingredient Feast, and has honed her food photography skills in the process. Julia has bylines in outlets such as Rachael Ray Every Day, Taste of Home, and various local New Jersey magazines, including Edible Jersey and New Jersey Monthly. She's worked as an undercover food critic, profiled professional chefs, and told the stories of restaurants ranging from hundred-year-old dive bars to newly-opened eateries.
Education
Julia spent one year at Marist College before graduating from Seton Hall University with a bachelor's degree in journalism in 2016. While studying, she interned for magazines such as Edible Jersey, HGTV Magazine, and Rachael Ray Every Day.
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Stories By Julia Mullaney
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Depending who you ask, it's a toss-up as to which brand should come away with the title - but fans on both sides are extremely loyal to their faves.
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When the founders of edible sticker brand My Fruity Faces had their chance in the "Shark Tank" spotlight in 2016, things didn't quite go as planned.
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If you've put together an incredible charcuterie board for a gathering, you should know how long it is safe to eat from. Here's what to know.
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When you're looking to imbue your egg scramble with a major dose of savory goodness, skip the conventional breakfast meats in favor of hot dogs.
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Making meatballs in the oven might be the traditional way, but using an air fryer saves valuable time and can give
surprisingly tasty results.
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If you love fresh crabs, then you may want to know the best method for storing. See what you need to know for storing fresh, live crabs at home.
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Maybe you cook with brown sugar but don't use it often. If you want to preserve the rarely used sweetener, this storage hack keeps it from hardening.
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When using your oven so much, gunk and grime are bound to build up. Luckily, preheating your oven is the perfect hack for cleaning your oven with ease.
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If you're not a fan of red sauce, or it's just not what you're looking for that day, swap it out for Alfredo sauce. The result is a cheese lover's dream.
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Looking for a way to add a little extra flavor to your morning eggs? Add a few drops of sherry vinegar for a savory bite that is sure to impress.
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If you're interested in pickling jalapeños, it's well worth it - you'll have plenty of time to use them. Those pickled peppers should last around two months.
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There are so many different interesting ways to imbue your chicken salad with sweet elements, but this one is guaranteed to make you do a double-take.
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Grilling is one of the best ways to cook your meat, vegetables, and more. But mayonnaise might just be the secret to the perfect char your seafood needs.
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Looking to both keep your burgers juicy and add a splash of flavor at your next cookout? Look no further than the tasty broth of your choice.
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When it comes to meatballs, it's easy for the ground beef to stick to your hands. The next time you're shaping some meatballs, add a little oil to your hands.
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Leading up to its "Shark Tank" appearance, Grinds Coffee Pouches had done $135,000 in sales in 2011 and were on track for more than $300,000 for that year.
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When you want to upgrade your plain old frozen chicken nuggets, try turning them into chicken and waffle nachos that are both sweet and savory.
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Since egg whites are thin, you want a cooking utensil that can easily get under them and is also wide enough to comfortably hold the majority of the egg.
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If you have become disillusioned by standard cupcakes, you can take your next batch up a spicy notch by using Mexican hot chocolate frosting.
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Shrimp salad is an easy meal perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or even just as a snack on top of some crackers -- but swap out the mayo for Greek yogurt.
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When it comes to flipping burgers, the wrong tool for the job can leave you full of regret. That's why you need to be aware of your spatula's size.
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Melted chocolate is a temperamental substance, and there are a number of ways it can go wrong. Here's what you should know about the utensils you use with it.
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Kanga Coolers' trio of co-founders walked away from their "Shark Tank" appearance with an offer from Mark Cuban, and the company is still thriving today.
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Planning the menu for a dinner party requires a lot of thought. Here's how to take the guess-work out of how much meat to serve per person for the perfect meal.
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When it comes to fried chicken, the crispier the better. That's why you've got to try swapping the egg wash with mayo. Here's what you need to know.
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Thank goodness for the dishwasher. It cleans dishes to save you time from doing it on your own. But there's a mistake that prevents dishes from getting clean.
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Rather than having to wipe down the entire stove from the inevitable grease splatter, you can focus on cleaning just one of your stove's burners.