School
Simmons University, Salem State University
Expertise
Local Eats, Michelin-Star Rated Restaurants, Taste Testing
- Jenn has eaten her way across 24 countries, from small villages in Morocco to Michelin-star restaurants in Malta.
- She is a foodie at heart, enjoying everything from guilty pleasure snacks to cooking up health-forward meals.
- So long as she's not allergic to the ingredients, Jenn is a daring eater, willing to try any food at least once.
Experience
Jenn joined the writing team for Daily Meal in 2023. She has been traveling the world since she was 15 years old. She's a self-proclaimed travel hacker with budget and eating tips and tricks for explorers of all kinds. She's often flying solo on the road, discovering new locations, foods, and cultures as a digital nomad. In 2018, Jenn created a podcast called "Someone Needs to Hear It," which launched her into the writing world, helping her cultivate international connections that propelled her career. While her passion was once teaching, travel is now her lifeblood. Jenn left the classroom in 2021, but she uses those educational skill sets to help others see the world, working with clients to craft wellness retreats and unique adventure immersions. Jenn believes if we travel with the intention of learning, we can and will make this world a better place for all. And that starts with a stellar meal in a new place, making new friends while breaking local bread.
Education
Jenn has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Salem State University and two master's degrees in English literature and teaching from Simmons University in Boston.
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Restaurants
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Texas Roadhouse introduces limited-edition dairy-based dips with flavors that riff off three of its popular appetizers. See which one was our favorite.
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Traditions
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In every U.S. state, there's an iconic sandwich that you need to try. All of these sandwiches come with their own unique history and origin stories.
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Exclusives
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From taste to texture to snap, we analyzed six turkey dogs to determine which brands are worth buying and which ones you can just leave at the store.
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Exclusives
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From your typical mozzarella to fancy cheddars and Colby Jack, we sought out an array of brands and types to see which cheese sticks are worth the buy.
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We ranked all of protein options at Moe's Southwest Grill so that you know what to purchase next time you stop by. And yes, there's a vegetarian option, too!
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Exclusives
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Chipotle and Qdoba are solid Mexican restaurant chains, but if you can only choose one, which should you head to? We put them head-to-head to find out.
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Exclusives
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Shake Shack offers a wide selection of burgers, from the simple, classic cheeseburger to truffle and portobello varieties. Which are worth trying?
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Exclusives
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Five Guys sells plenty more than just burgers, but which of its menu items are hits and which are misses? We tasted and ranked them to find out.
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Chipotle
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From steak to Sofritas, when it comes time to add a protein to your Chipotle order, let this ranking help you select the one that'll most hit the spot.
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Cooking
By Jenn Carnevale
Think outside the box of milk and cheese the next time you make a batch of scrambled eggs, and consider adding in one of these unexpected ingredients instead.
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Fast Casual
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Mexican chain Qdoba offers seven proteins for those looking for a filling meal or post-gym snack. Which proteins are worth getting in your next bowl or burrito?
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Exclusives
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We tried a variety of frozen onion rings to see which brand offered fried perfection, and we still can't believe this one ranked the highest.
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Exclusives
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Burger King's chicken sandwiches often take a back seat to its more famous burgers, but are they any good? We tasted each one of them to find out.
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Grocery
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If you're looking for a quick and easy side for your next at-home steak night, look no further than this list for the best (and worst) premade mashed potatoes.
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Exclusives
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McDonald's is a popular choice for burgers, but what about chicken sandwiches? We tried every chicken sandwich on the menu and ranked them on taste.
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Features
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When it comes to chicken sandwiches, Wendy's offers plenty of options, but some are more worth your time than others. Find out which one's better than the rest.
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Exclusives
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While it might seem like a simple sandwich, not all grilled cheese sandwiches are created equal. We tried 6 to find out which chain restaurant has the best.
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Store-bought donuts are great when you want a quick, premade pastry, but consider upgrading them at home to level them up into something truly delicious.
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Canned foods can be a real game-changer for pasta dishes, adding flavor, texture, and nutritional content. From corn to olives to seafood, here are some to try.
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Holidays
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From lobster, cheese, fruit, and breads to wine, beer, tea, and cocktails, there's a subscription box for every type of foodie in your life.
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Exclusives
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When you're craving something rich and creamy to accompany your steak, make your way to one of these steakhouses for the best mac and cheese around.
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Exclusives
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Cracker Barrel provided us with a variety of cheese samples and snack packs -- here are our notes on each cheese's flavor, texture, and overall ranking.
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Exclusives
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Snapple offered me 10 of its most popular flavors to try and rank, which I then rated based on flavor profiles, authenticity of ingredients, and nutrition.
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Exclusives
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Frozen burritos are convenient, but some lack a flavor kick and leave you wanting more. We tried 10 of them to find the one that satisfies our burrito cravings.
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Exclusives
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Have you ever thought about combining bagels and cereal? In a wild collision of breakfast worlds, this fruity new collab works surprisingly well.
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Captain Morgan’s Sliced canned cocktails don’t contain rum, but they do contain a whole lot of flavor. We sipped on the new tropical line and weren’t impressed.
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Exclusives
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Canned pasta can be delicious and convenient -- but which reigns supreme? We've ranked 7 top picks from worst to best to find out the answer.
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