Kristen Castillo
Location
Southern California
School
Fairfield University
Expertise
Home Decor, Consumer Tips, Lifestyle
- Kristen has been writing about home and garden trends for over a decade.
- She enjoys learning home and garden tips and passing them on to readers.
- She tracks trends from reputable sources.
Experience
Kristen Castillo is an award-winning print, broadcast, and digital journalist. A former TV news consumer and investigative producer, she's received over 75 journalism awards, including three Emmy Awards. She's a past president of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Pacific Southwest chapter (NATASPSW) and a past president of the San Diego Press Club. She's passionate about home and garden and enjoys growing roses, lilies, and hibiscus.
Education
Kristen is a graduate of Fairfield University. She studied English and communications, both of which shaped her into a detailed writer.
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Stories By Kristen Castillo
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Diners are an American tradition, but not every option at your local diner is a great one. Here are some of the foods you should avoid getting at a diner.
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If you've been to Walmart before, chances are you've seen Marketside and Great Value products. If you haven't bought these foods yet, there's no better time.
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Nonstick pans are amazing for several reasons. Here, we've put together a list of our top 11 nonstick pans on the market. Read on for the details.
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Prepared meals from the grocery store can be delicious, easy options -- but some of them are lacking in quality, healthiness, and even safety.
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A slow cooker is a convenient appliance that can minimize efforts in the kitchen. Discover the top mistakes to avoid for successful results every time.
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So you've got a ton of leftovers -- or you've just cooked a big meal and you don't know what you'll do with everything left uneaten. We've got some ideas.
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Making homemade pizza is a blast if you follow these tips for crafting the best one possible. From choosing cheese to cooking crispy crust, here's what to know.
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Canned soups can be a quick meal or an ingredient in a dish. But not all of them are created equally. Here are those you should buy and those you should skip.