Carly Terzigni
School
California State University - Long Beach, Western Connecticut State University
Expertise
Disney Dining, Restaurants, Trader Joe's
- Carly has been coordinating dining recommendations for her friends and family since the age of 12, when she was put in charge of selecting restaurants for a reunion trip to New York City.
- She has eaten at every restaurant in Disneyland Resort and has tried every flavor combination of Dole Whip (pineapple raspberry is her favorite).
- A true native New Englander, Carly's favorite beverage is apple cider. She only buys it in the fall from the same local cider mill and refuses to buy it in the grocery store when it's out of season. She can even do a blind taste test to correctly identify different kinds of cider.
Experience
Carly has been a professional travel and food writer full time since 2019, though those close to her will tell you that her prowess for writing and telling stories began much earlier than that. Her career began when she started sharing her passion for snacking her way through a theme park, and it has since grown to encompass all things food and drink. Over the years, Carly's work has appeared in several online publications including Fodor's Travel, Insider, USA Today, FamilyVacationist, CTbites, and more. In her spare time, you can find her riding a roller coaster or enjoying a Broadway musical.
Education
Carly holds a Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts from Western Connecticut State University as well as a Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Management; Master of Business Administration from California State University Long Beach.
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Stories By Carly Terzigni
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Milkshakes and burgers are the perfect pair, but you can't always trust fast food joints to deliver the best shake. Luckily, these chains use real ice cream!
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A new-found surge in the restaurant business has helped many brands expand their horizons. Keep an eye out for these chains as they continue to grow in 2023.
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Over the years, many of our favorite candies have been discontinued for various reasons. Take a walk down candy lane to look at some that are gone forever.
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If you have ever left food out by mistake, you are probably well aware of how quickly pests can find their way into your home -- gnats included.
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Kirkland Signature offers a variety of coffee products and each has its own unique flavor. We assess some of the best in this ranking so grab a mug and read on.
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Trader Joe's is a treasure trove of unique finds and if you're after salad dressing, look no further. Here are 11 of the brand's tasty options you need to try.
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If you want to go all-out on a breakfast that is delicious and easy to make, look no further than French toast. Here are 11 hacks you might not know about.
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Costco does not shy away from plentiful options. In the bakery section, members can find everything from bagels to loaves of freshly-baked bread.
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From picking the best chocolate to putting new ingredients into the dough, it does not take all that much effort to bring your cookies from good to great.
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If you've never eaten at a Costco food court, you may wonder what menu items are worth trying and which ones you should skip. Be sure to study this list first.
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Beyond simply slicing and chopping your food, there are actually many different hacks out there for making your life much easier when using knives.
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Eating at a traditional Brazilian steakhouse is a unique dining experience filled with rich cultural history. Here's everything you didn't know.
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Just like many other Hollywood stories, the Cobb salad rose to fame quickly. And it came about from a bit of an improvised moment from its namesake.
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Looking for a killer happy hour? These 12 chain restaurants offer the very best ones around, and we're ranking them from merely fun to absolutely awesome.
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Frozen foods make for quick and easy bites, but sometimes our faves vanish from shelves. From Choco Tacos to mac and cheese, here are 14 that are now gone.
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Add an extra crunch to your ice cream, muffins, salads, and even your breaded meat by getting creative with your leftover store-bought granola.
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Over time, Yoo-hoo became an American classic, a chocolate drink loved by many consumers. Read about its humble New Jersey grocery store origin here.
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New York has no shortage of iconic symbols, from cabs to cafes. While it feels like there is a Starbucks on every corner, independent cafes are also abundant.
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As simple as salmon is to cook, there are a few tips which will take your recipes to the next level. Here are some of the best tips for cooking salmon.
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The story of Eggs Benedict is a murky one filled with conflicting accounts and drama. Here's why we'll probably never know the true origins of Eggs Benedict.
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Chocolate chip cookies are relatively simple treats to make at home, but there are a number of tips to help take your baking to the next level.
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Costco members have great things to say about the organic items sold at their local warehouse. Next time you go shopping there, keep these items in mind.
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Trader Joe's is known for adding new and exciting products that quickly become fan favorites. Here are some you better grab if you spot them on the shelf.
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It's a staple comfort food, but if you're looking for the best of the best where should you be heading? These are 12 of the best grilled cheeses in America.
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Pepperidge Farm have long been a staple in many a pantry, while incredibly delicious, not all the cookies are winners. We ranked 12 of them from worst to best.
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For many people, Trader Joe's has a number of go-to grocery items, from beverages to beans. Here, we've ranked 13 Trader Joe's seasonings. Enjoy!
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José Andrés is a world-renowned chef. Therefore, it stands to reason that over the course of his career, he's come up with a number of useful cooking tips.