School
The University of Illinois at Chicago
Expertise
Sustainable Foods, Vegan Recipes and Restaurants, Middle-Eastern and North African Cuisine
- Claire is always in the kitchen experimenting with new ingredients and alternatives — but that doesn't mean you won't find a stash of vegan chicken nuggets in her freezer.
- As a writer at Guerrero Media, Claire has amplified the voices of the food industry's most forward-thinking leaders, including Impossible Food CIO Kate Aydin.
- With food being her preferred mode of cultural exploration, Claire writes articles that celebrate her North African roots.
Experience
After graduating from The University of Illinois at Chicago in 2020, Claire has forged a freelance writing career that is continuously evolving along with her. In her early work as a journalist for the French magazine Toute La Culture and her role editing digital travel guides at Thalby, Claire discovered the global impacts of the food industry — both positive and negative. Those experiences are what have shaped Claire's vision of food, which is reflected in her writing for Guerrero Media and Tasting Table today. The topics in her current work range from profiles on women building sustainable food technologies and improving the lives of farm workers to informative pieces on sustainable and culturally significant foods. Her resulting connection with social causes like the James Beard Foundation, and personal recognition from PETA, are what drive her to dive deeper into the personal and political impact food can have.
Education
While pursuing her Bachelor of Communication at The University of Illinois at Chicago, Claire followed her curiosity for journalism as a blogger and radio host at UIC Radio. It was that experience that landed her an internship abroad, and while studying in Paris, Claire had the opportunity to intern for the French magazine Toute La Culture.
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Baking Tips
By Claire Redden
When that cookie craving hits, there's no stopping it. And thanks to the air fryer, you can bypass the time it takes to preheat your oven and enjoy them sooner.
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Ever wonder how Italians enjoy their limoncello? According to one expert, there's a right way and a wrong way to drink this liqueur.
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Baking Tips
By Claire Redden
As the major centerpiece of a wedding food spread, nailing the cake is key, and that includes choosing the best frosting for the job (and avoiding the worst).
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Food Facts
By Claire Redden
"Shark Tank" Season 15 viewers are likely wondering what happened to Mosh protein bars - and its controversial founders - after the show. Here's what we know.
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Coffee and Tea
By Claire Redden
Making pour-over coffee at home requires a level of expertise, so we had an expert advise us on the ideal coffee-to-water ratio for the best cup.
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Coffee and Tea
By Claire Redden
If you're needing easy energy on the go, canned cold brew seems like a great choice. But be warned: It won't taste nearly as good as a fresh batch. Here's why.
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You can find just about anything at Costco, including vegan snacks. But there are some that you should avoid.
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Coffee and Tea
By Claire Redden
7 Brew has been making big waves in the coffee scene, and it might partially be because of the syrup brand it uses in its signature drinks. Here's what we know.
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Fast Food
By Claire Redden
There are way more ingredients in American french fries from McDonald's than there are in fries from European branches of the fast-food chain. Here's why.
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Starbucks
By Claire Redden
Starbucks' new iced matcha tastes and feels like cold foam from the first sip you take to the very last. Fortunately, there's a solution.
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Coffee and Tea
By Claire Redden
Kombucha may not have as much caffeine as a regular cup of coffee, but how much does it have really? Read this before your next sip.
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Starbucks
By Claire Redden
The policy is part of Starbucks' new CEO, Brian Niccol's, mission to rebrand the cafe as a quality coffee shop. But it doesn't feel quite the same.
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In a Reddit thread dedicated to Costco, shoppers cited their regret for not stocking up on this baking staple at the wholesale club.
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Trader Joe's
By Claire Redden
There are lots of great food items hiding in the Trader Joe's frozen section, and this intensely flavorful vegetable blend is one you won't want to miss.
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Traditions
By Claire Redden
Street food often gets a bad wrap, starting with the very name. But there are underrated delicacies to be had, so we asked an expert for some picks.
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If you're heading to Disneyland anytime soon, you should know about these three nostalgic snacks debuting for the iconic park and resort's 70th anniversary.
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Believe it or not, lemons and limes aren't always interchangeable in your cocktails. An expert shared her simple rule for adding citrus to gin and tonics.
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From Bloody Marys to jalepeño margaritas, a lot of cocktails can be enhanced with a little spice. No need to go shopping, you have this spice at home.
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Dubai chocolate has exploded in popularity, but has its rise really put a strain on global pistachio production? The answer is complicated.
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The plant-based milk appliance company Nutr made quite a splash when it appeared on Shark Tank, but ultimately left without a deal. Here's what happened next.
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Stores And Chains
By Claire Redden
Similar to Trader Joe's, Aldi hardly socks any large name brand products and instead sells mostly its own in-house brands. Here's the reason why.
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Trader Joe's
By Claire Redden
Wondering if you will ever see a self-checkout station at Trader Joe's? Due to TJ's overall values, it's unlikely the store will ever go "high-tech."
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Coffee and Tea
By Claire Redden
Whether you order boba or bubble tea, you may be wondering if there's actually a difference between the two. It turns out there is.
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Topo Chico left its mark on the hard seltzer craze a while back, and now, it's muscling in on the burgeoning canned margarita competition too.
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Beer and Wine
By Claire Redden
Costco is known for promising great deals, and that reputation extends to its wine. For the best value and taste, you need to try out this boxed option.
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Blueberries are sweet-tart with a delectable pop when fresh, but no one likes a mushy one. Here's how to clean blueberries to preserve their delicate texture.
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Stores And Chains
By Claire Redden
Your zodiac sign is equally as telling of the type of person you are as the food you eat — and which grocery stores you choose to get that food from.
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