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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Dunkin' may have removed "Donuts" from its name a few years ago, but did you know that when Dunkin' first opened, it had a different name altogether?
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Plastic popsicle wrappers can be the bane of your summer existence. You want that Fla-Vor-Ice so bad, but that wrapper won't budge. Can a TikTok hack work?
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If you can't get enough of chocolate and peppermint flavors during the holiday season, you're in luck. Red Robin's new milkshake is a peppermint lover's dream.
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If you're a fan of Krispy Kreme donuts, you're in luck. Krispy Kreme is giving away a box of donuts for $1 for its yearly 'Day of Dozen' promotion.
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Costco has added a new cabernet from The Prisoner to its wine collection, giving you the opportunity to find a potential new must-have drink.
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Making puff pastries at home can be a challenging feat, luckily for those who aren't savvy bakers, Costco comes to the rescue with a box of holiday cookies.
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Ava DuVernay's face is on the latest Ben & Jerry's pint packaging. Here's why that's so significant for the director and for the ice cream brand.
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"Fra-gee-lay!" The iconic scene from "A Christmas Story" is fresh in fans' minds, and now Miller High Life has a gift for those fans. A drinkable leg lamp.
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Today, Eggo is one of the largest frozen waffle brands. But did you know that Eggo started out manufacturing something else? Here's the scoop.
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Starbucks has announced Reserve Roastery-exclusive versions of two fan-favorite holiday drinks: the peppermint mocha and the Irish cream cold brew.
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If you're a fan of General Mills cereal and IHOP's pancakes, then you're in luck. The breakfast giants announced a new pancake-cereal coming soon.
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If you're a fan of Wendy's and need a Frosty, you may order an additional one to have later. But how long does a Frosty last in the freezer?
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What's in a name anyway? Apparently, a lot. The Whopper is one of those names you instantly associate with aa juicy burger. But how did this name come to be?
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One of the biggest highlights of shopping at Costco is trying one of the many free samples that are offered. But are the samplers allowed to try it also?
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There's nothing like a crispy, flaky pie crust, but things get soggy fast. Here's the salt trick that will help keep your pie crust from getting soggy.
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Here's what to know about the fan-favorite treat's return.
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If you're a White Castle aficionado we have some news for you. The winter menu has been unveiled and returning are some of your favorites.
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If you're a fan of Five Guys' french fries but felt like something was lacking, you're in luck. Next time, try making this substitution for the best experience.
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This may come as a surprise to Panera regulars, but there was a pizza before the flatbreads -- but Panera stopped selling it only two years after its debut.
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We're thankful for the tit-for-tat competition that plays out between Costco and Sam's Club because the consumers reap all those sweet benefits.
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If you like to keep up with the fast-paced world of food celebrities, you'll want to know Padma Lakshmi's thoughts on the infamous grilled cheese debate.
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McDonald's fan-favorite holiday pie is back for the 2022 season — if you can find it, that is.
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One TikToker revealed that there is a way for your guests to take their share of leftovers with them that doesn't involve less-than-sturdy styrofoam plates.
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When you think about chocolate cakes, you may think about using the finest chocolate you can find. However, Ina Garten's choice may surprise you.
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Do names like Kevin the Carrot and Harry the Hedgehog mean anything to you? If not, read up on the must-know lore behind Aldi's Christmas characters.
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McDonald's just added a new Quarter Pounder and McFlurry to its menu, and you should be excited if you're a fan of special limited-time menu items.
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Here's what to know about the chain's newest offering.