Brianna Corley
School
Northwestern State University Of Louisiana, The New School
Expertise
Southern Food, Social Media Recipe Hacks, American Food History
- Brianna Corley has interviewed Vince Hayward, Camellia Beans' CEO and owner, for an article covering Louisiana Red Beans and Rice day.
- Her article "Why should you substitute breadcrumbs with instant mashed potatoes?" was recognized and promoted by Potatoes USA, a marketing group representing the nation's potato growers.
- Brianna has visited New Orleans' famous Cafe Du Monde, so rest assured, when she's writing about beignets, she knows what she's talking about.
Experience
Brianna has been writing articles since 2018. She was the Editor-in-Chief of her college paper, The Current Sauce, where she helped spearhead a primarily digital model of publication. She earned her first professional writing job at The HOTH before she finished university and worked as an editorial intern at the culture and literary magazine Deep South, where she wrote articles exploring Southern food's historical significance.
Education
Brianna has two bachelor's degrees from Northwestern State University of Louisiana in English and Communication. She is currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at The New School.
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Stories By Brianna Corley
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When you're hungry for pancakes but don't feel like whipping up a fresh batch yourself, look for one of these brands in the frozen foods aisle.
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Even in its simplest form, the banana split is an indulgent dessert that is beloved by adults and kids alike. But where are the best spots to indulge in one?
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When in NOLA, grabbing an order of beignets and a café au lait is a must. From traditional to those with a spin, here's where you can find the best beignets.
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Sugar-free sodas are all the rage now, but which ones can actually replicate the taste and sweetness of their sugary antecedents? We ranked them to find out.
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Fruit snacks are a lunch box staple, but which ones are worth buying? We've ranked some of the biggest brands based on taste, price, and ingredients.
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The amount of flavors Skittles has introduced to the world is staggering. Many of them have been discontinued. Here's 12 varieties you'll never taste again.
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Peaches and apricots may look similar, but these fruits have unique textures and flavor profiles, and play very different roles in your kitchen.
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Elevate your sandwich game by adding some fresh fruit and taste for yourself just how delicious adding a touch of sweetness to umami can be.
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While we associate pumpkin spice flavors pretty much exclusively with fall, Krispy Kreme wants to change that for two days of absolute pumpkin spice madness.
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Classic pecan pie is a rich and decadent dessert, fit for a party. Financially speaking, though, it might make more sense to buy it. Here's why that's the case.
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Some people think ice cube trays aren't good for anything except for ice cubes. We're here to tell you those folks need to think harder about pizza rolls.
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Dairy Queen's summer blizzard lineup features two new flavors: peanut butter puppy chow and Oreo brookie. And for a limited time, each flavor is just 85 cents.
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Despite a persistent myth to the contrary, if you buy a small, medium, or large order of McDonald's fries you will actually get the amount you paid for.
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Bacon-wrapped hot dogs. To Americans, this carnivorous dinner idea just makes sense. But it seems one certain grumpy U.K. chef doesn't agree.
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According to the brand, adding these palm scanners to its locations has the potential to make ordering at Panera a better process for all customers.
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Bulk shopping can save you money if you know what to look for. Here's how to do your financial homework before buying food at Costco.
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Think making donuts is difficult? Think again. With this classic freezer staple, you'll be making hot and delicious homemade donuts with ease.
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Kitchen Bouquet is the browning sauce that makes any dish Insta-worthy. Here is how to use it and what to expect!
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Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest were quick to post a skittles popcorn hack on TikTok. But more users questioned the trick than praised it.
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A limited batch of Coors-icles six-packs will launch every weekday at noon. Fans will also be able to find the beer-flavored treats at bars across the country.
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There are so many different types of boxed cake mixes, but did you know you can use them to bake brownies also? Here's a tip for how to do it.
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Kroger will be open on Easter Sunday, but don't sigh a breath of relief just yet. The chain will be operating on reduced hours to give its employees a break.
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Canadian Costcos are testing vanilla soft serve blended with chunks of either Oreo or Skor, a crunchy chocolate and toffee candy and Canadian favorite.
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Tired of soggy cobbler? There's a lot of anecdotal wisdom out there, but one award-winning chef says hot water is the key to making perfect cobbler every time.
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The Girl Scouts are not happy. While the coveted cookies are always high in demand, it seems the new flavor has fans taking desperate measures.
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No one wants to waste banana bread, but what can be done about it once it's gone hard? There are quite a few things to do, actually, and one involved frying it.
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The chain reportedly gets its chickens from both its own Nebraska-based facility and Foster Farms. And one supplier's chicken is reportedly worse-tasting.