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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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.
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When strolling down grocery store aisles, you may have noticed that tasty teams, like chips and salsa, are grouped together. This is no accident.
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If you're looking to upgrade your takeaway meal, we have the perfect tip: plate your food.
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With a mac and cheese quesadilla, you get extra starch with all that cheesy goodness, resulting in a super satiating dish.
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On your next trip to Costco, make sure to stock up on this healthy and tasty fruit treat that customers can't stop raving about.
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Trader Joe's never seems to disappoint when it comes to seasonal products. This returning fan favorite will make you feel all kinds of cozy.
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Fighting over the last slice of pizza can ruin a friendship. We've got a few hacks to ensure that you and your guests avoid this battle altogether.
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Croque Monsieurs and Madames consist of bread, ham and emmental or gruyere cheese. This is where their similarities end. What's the difference between the two?
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Wendy's makes a ton of great side dishes and none is more beloved than its baked potato. Take it from side to main dish with this hearty addition.
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If you snag a subpar bottle of wine and don't want it to go to waste, simply use it as a base for your next cocktail. Here's some great options.
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Barbecue dishes boast a range of vibrant flavors and indulgent fatty cuts of meat. The right wines can make or break your smoky backyard spread.
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A musty odor is a tell-tale sign that the restaurant is not using a clean rag to wipe down tables, chairs -- or worse -- cooking surfaces.
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One of Trader Joe's frozen favorites isn't as healthy as it seems. The product in question? Trader Joe's Honey Walnut Shrimp.
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When picking out a rotisserie chicken, look closely at the skin. It should be a crisp, golden brown and cover the entirety of the meat.
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Most of us are guilty of letting that cupboard full of empty food storage containers get a little out of control. We asked an expert how best to tame it.
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If you've ever tried a U.K. version of Snickers and noticed a difference that you couldn't quite put your finger on, you're not imagining things.
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Peru's national dish is made with little more than raw fish and citrus, so it's unsurprising to learn the origins of ceviche may date back 3,000 years.
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A recent survey found the most popular Costco products bought in every state. From Cali to Vermont and Texas to Michigan, here are the foods these states love.
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So, why does this meal work especially well on Wednesdays? Because we have a clever upgrade that involves using your leftovers from Taco Tuesday.
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Not all canned fruits are created equal, and some are best left on store shelves. When considering which canned foods to avoid, don't forget about pears.
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The best way to keep tabs on your lids is to keep them well organized. And, with two inexpensive items, you can create your own storage system.
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Pickled ingredients aren't just for food. Learn more about this pickled upgrade your cocktails have been missing and how to make it yourself.
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If you're starting your home bar, you may wonder about more than just different liquor varieties, like what is a rocks glass and what drinks are served in one.