Trevor Carlson
School
University Of Central Florida
Expertise
American Cuisine, Korean Cuisine, Recipe Development
- Trevor was a writing instructor and curriculum developer in South Korea, where he fell in love with Korean food and created a cooking class to help students learn English.
- His extensive writing background and culinary experience are put to good use at Daily Meal, where both of his passions converge in weekly articles.
- He has worked as a professional cook and recipe developer in various capacities throughout his career, including a role at New Seasons Market in Portland, Oregon.
Experience
Trevor contributed to his college newspaper at the University of Central Florida, where he reviewed the local food scene in Orlando. He organized and led writing workshops throughout his degree program at UCF. He has worked in kitchens and classrooms for nearly two decades. Trevor was a writer for an SEO marketing company based in St. Petersburg, Florida — The HOTH — where he focused on food journalism. He also taught creative writing, research, and literature courses for ELS at the academy's Florida Institute of Technology campus for several years.
Education
Trevor has a bachelor's degree in English creative writing from the University of Central Florida. In college, he was an editorial intern for The Florida Review, a literary magazine that publishes prose, poetry, and graphic narratives from emerging and established writers.
The Daily Meal’s content comes from an authoritative editorial staff that is dedicated to current and comprehensive coverage. With an aim to provide only informative and engaging content, our writers, editors, and experts take care to craft clear and concise copy on all things food-related, from news in the food service industry to in-depth explainers about what’s found in readers’ refrigerators, original recipes from experienced chefs, and more.
Our team also regularly reviews and updates articles as necessary to ensure they are accurate. For more information on our editorial process, view our full policies page.
Stories By Trevor Carlson
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Hatch chiles are a type of chile pepper that can be a fun alternative to jalapeños -- and they can only be grown in a very specific region of the United States.
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There are a handful of factors that play a role in making these some of the best chain restaurant cheese steaks around, and we're laying it all out for you.
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From McGriddles to biscuits and gravy, we tried a wide variety items from McDonald's breakfast menu to find out which one is the best of the best.
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Chicken sausage is a healthier alternative to pork and a versatile addition to your diet, whether you're using it in a sauce or making it the star of the show!
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From brown sugar and bourbon to salsa and taco seasoning, there are plenty of simple ingredients that'll take your slow cooker chicken from basic to fantastic.
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The new McDonald's Chicken Big Mac is an excellent choice for people who want to switch it up from beef. And it's delicious.
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Not only will you save money by making your favorite sauces at home, but they will also be much more delicious. Here are some of the best to start making.
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The secret to excellent and even quick pasta sauce? Believe it or not, it's canned ingredients. Our expert knows the very best ones to stock up on.
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Beans are a great addition to a pot of wholesome homemade chili, but not all beans will work well. Here are which ones to use and which to avoid.
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Cooking peppers correctly is key to many dishes. Our expert has identified 7 mistakes you should avoid if you want perfect peppers every time.
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Cooking a succulent and delicious rotisserie chicken is easier than you might realize. Just be careful to avoid these easy cooking mistakes.
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Gas grills are convenient and versatile, but they work differently to charcoal grills. Here are some easy mistakes when cooking burgers, and how to avoid them.
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Eggo and the Two River Coffee Company are working together to bring us a selection of coffee flavors based on the iconic waffles. Here's our review.
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Want to make sure your meat is tender? Our expert is here to tell you the mistakes to avoid making when tenderizing your chops, steaks, and roasts.
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From techniques to ingredients, our resident chef is here to offer tips and tricks that will help ensure your chicken sandwiches are delicious every time.
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At its best, frozen seafood is tasty and convenient. At its worst, its awful. Our expert is taking a look at the 4 best options and the 4 worst.
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There are a number of tricky steps -- as well as one special ingredient that's impossible to truly imitate at home -- that give ramen restaurants an advantage.
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Want to take your scrambled eggs to the next level? These simple tricks, techniques, and additions will upgrade them into a gourmet breakfast.
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While there's no doubt that fast food chains can make breakfast easy and convenient, the actual quality of the meal itself can be a roll of the dice.
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Arby's sells a lineup of sandwiches, with various fillings other than the roast beef it's famous for. But are they any good? Check our ranking to find out.
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The quality of meat sold by a particular sandwich chain can be determined by its texture and flavor, whether or not it's sliced to order, and other factors.
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Two of the most compared low-budget places to grocery shop out there, we decided to put Aldi and Walmart head to head to find the better place to shop.
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Target offers tons of different frozen foods. Which ones are the best? We think these 8 options are the ones that deserve a spot on your Target shopping list.
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Cooking spaghetti seems straightforward, but a lot of mistakes can be made along the way. Avoid these errors to whip up a bowl that's consistently delicious.
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Quesadillas are the perfect handheld food when you're on the go. But which ones are worth a trip through the fast food drive-thru? We decided to find out.
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Vinaigrette recipes are often very simple, but substituting a few ingredients can really punch up the flavor and make this dressing surprisingly delicious.
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From a must-have ingredient for homemade mac and cheese to veggies that help create a cheap and tasty soup, you need these canned Aldi foods in your pantry!