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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Though typically it's a condiment that has a long shelf life, even jelly spoils eventually. So, how long do you have to consume it after opening a jar?
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Storage expert Maria Baer shared some insights with The Daily Meal on how to decide if decanting your pantry is a practical choice for your home kitchen.
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If you want to order Taco Bell while meeting certain dietary restrictions, Fresco style might be up your alley. Here's what you need to know about this option.
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Do your cohabitants get annoyed when you pull out the blender and loud noise ensues? There's an easy trick to turn down the volume.
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If there's one thing Costco is known for, it's a vast array of products in large quantities, but it seems there's one coffee type that's hard to find there.
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Daily Meal has got some exclusive vodka recommendations straight from an expert. Here are the brands that are worth the hype, and the price.
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Using a small pan on a large burner can sometimes be unavoidable if you have several pans on the go. But utilizing an appropriate size could save you money.
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Kate Middleton, also known as the Duchess of Cambridge and the Princess of Wales, is allegedly a big fan of this smoothie with some very specific ingredients.
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If you've been on TikTok, you know that okra water is all the rage right now. It's credited with curing all sorts of ailments. So, is there any truth to this?
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Trader Joe's likes to keep things personable and old school, with no self-checkouts. So, what does that mean for modern payment methods like Apple Pay?
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If you've ever wondered if canned chickpeas are pre-cooked but were too afraid to ask, we've got you. Canned chickpeas are indeed already cooked before canning.
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After years of debate over whether or not its K-Cups have a negative impact on the environment, Keurig is finally working to address those concerns.
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This simple swap will keep your dishes tasty while giving them a bit of a healthier spin. Here's how to make the switch.
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In the spirits world, the older the vintage, the more respect it can command. Good bourbon, however, can go from kernel to barrel to bottle in a matter of days.
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Store-bought breadcrumbs may seem to last an eternity, but like every food item they do have a point where they go bad. Here's how to tell if they have.
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When you think of St. Patrick's Day, you may not think of limited-edition doughnuts, but you should. Krispy Kreme is celebrating with four new flavors.
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Many folks have no idea that zip-top plastic baggies can easily be cleaned, and getting into the habit can reduce your single-use plastic habit by a whole lot.
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If you haven't tasted Southern Comfort in the past decade, it might be time to give this brown beverage another try. There have been plenty of changes.
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Dairy Queen is a popular place to pick up ice cream and there's one in almost every state in the country, except for this one.
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Many people store vodka in the freezer -- can you do the same with whiskey? Not exactly. This spirit requires different handling, and we're here to explain why.
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Using hot tap water while cooking is tempting -- but for the sake of safety, you should avoid it. It's all down to safety issues involving lead and bacteria.
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7 Up is a ubiquitous modern soda -- but it has a seriously weird history. From lithium to the Great Depression, this is the origin story of 7 Up.
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Popular in baked goods in parts of Europe, using poppyseeds brings a whole new kind of crunch to your cookies. Liven up your next batch and try something new.
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If you don't know what a snickerdoodle cookie is supposed to taste like, the name doesn't do much in helping describe its unique flavor and texture.
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Is there such a thing as eating only a little bit of hummus? Well, every once in a while, maybe there's some leftover. Don't let that delicious dip go to waste.
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With a smooth demeanor and apparent infallibility, it's easy to understand the fascination with James Bond. Here's how to order a martini like the super spy.
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It's funny how our go-to fast casual dishes become our ultimate comfort foods. We take for granted being able to grab and go any time the mood strikes.