Cheryl Kochenderfer
Location
Buenos Aires, Argentina
School
San Francisco State University
Expertise
International Cuisine, Nutrition, Mixology
- Cheryl is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner through the Nutritional Therapy Association.
- As an avid traveler, she's attended many food and wine festivals and taken multiple cooking classes internationally.
- She is passionate about digestive health and understands how to create lifestyle and dietary habits to help you feel your best.
Experience
Cheryl has spent most of her life abroad and loves sampling new cuisines. She previously worked in several San Francisco restaurants and as a nutrition coach before realizing she preferred to be behind-the-scenes writing. She's created nutrition courses, written and edited for travel and wellness sites, and assisted in creating restaurant guides and cookbooks. She has a diverse palate and enjoys everything food-related, from getting creative in the kitchen to finding the best hidden restaurants.
Education
Cheryl has a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and a California Teaching Credential from San Francisco State University. She has certifications in nutritional therapy and English language instruction.
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Stories By Cheryl Kochenderfer
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It's hardly a challenge to find fast food inside U.S. airports, but two chains are tied with 35 locations each. Can you correctly guess which ones?
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Wendy's cheese sauce is made with some obvious ingredients. However, there's one we definitely weren't expecting to find in this warm, gooey topping.
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Have you been experimenting at your home bar with tequila cocktails and coming up short in the flavor department? We asked an expert what to avoid.
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Missing that wow factor in your homemade cocktails? Discover how umami flavors can transform your drinks with tips from an experimental bartender.
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Losing your favorite veggies to the flames can ruin a perfectly good barbecue. Next time, try these expert tips to stop your veggies from falling through.
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Eggnog season lasts but a few weeks each year, so you don't want to be wasting your time with a subpar nog. Here's one nog to leave on the shelf.
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Ever tried grilling leafy greens? What about cruciferous veggies? A grill master and private chef told us the best and worst veggies to try grilling.
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You wouldn't think that a single gallon of milk on the Costco shelves would be a big deal, but it recently sent a slew of Redditors into a full-blown tizzy.
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There's a common misconception that gluten-free products are always healthy options. That's definitely not the case with one particular pretzel brand.
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Nothing beats a refreshingly ice-cold lemonade on a hot day, but before you grab one from Wendy's, you might want to hear exactly what goes into it.
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Cooking eggplant can create some incredible dishes. Prepping it makes all the difference, so stop making this mistake when cooking with eggplant.
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Before you head down the frozen food aisle and grab any old carton of vanilla ice cream, there's something you should know about one of the most popular brands.
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Some nights, pouring a can of chili into the pot and turning on the stovetop is all you have time for. But that doesn't mean it needs to be an unhealthy meal.
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Realizing that magical mystery ingredient you just enjoyed is eggplant might make your culinary wheels start to spin. Use it at home for restaurant-level meals.
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Looking for a unique way to make your next charcuterie board shine? Here's some exclusive expert advice from a cheesemonger in Beverly Hills.
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Even though Wendy's attracts a number of customers with its burgers, there's another menu item that is more popular with the chain's clientele.
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Cooking and entertaining is a lot more enjoyable when you have an organized kitchen. If you're feeling a little overrun, try this method to declutter.
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Most people look at bathroom cleanliness as the biggest fast food red flag, but this one could mean something really bad is happening in the kitchen.
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If you frequently eat tuna salad, you might be looking for ways to spice things up. Luckily, we have just the answer for the best flavor and texture!
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If you're looking to pair your next box of chocolates with wine, there's one varietal that will go with just about every flavor hidden in your bonbons.
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Cobb salads are packed with feel-good ingredients that are fresh and full of nutrients, but we have a word of warning about choosing this dish.
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When you make a batch of meatballs, chances are you're going to have some leftovers. Try this unexpected way to use them up the next day.
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If you love square-shaped burgers and a cold, refreshing Frosty, chances are Wendy's tops your list for fast food. People in this state can't get enough.
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Debating whether to temper your chocolate? Then good news: A chocolatier talked to The Daily Meal about why it's important and what tempering does.
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Enjoying the amenities a cruise offers is a highlight of your vacation, especially regarding food. If you find a buffet, this red flag should send you running.
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Hosting a barbecue and want to add a light snack into the mix? There's no reason to step away from the grill to get some popcorn quickly popping.
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Nicole Patel, owner and Chocolatier of Delysia Chocolatier, shares the most important tool for tempering chocolate. It might not be what you think.