DB Kelly - Tasting Table

Location

New York

School

West Virginia University

Expertise

Wartime Recipes, Wine Spirits & Beer, Home Herb Gardens

Because she is an avid home brewer, DB's friends and family have enjoyed the products of her experimental brews. From mead and lagers to stouts and everything in between, she firmly believes there's nothing quite like the anticipation of a new batch. (Her current favorite is a Viking's Blod mead.)
DB absolutely fell in love with authentic Mexican cuisine while spending a year living along the Arizona-Mexico border.
She once interviewed Paula Deen for the opening of her store in Upstate New York.

Experience

After years of making her teachers think she was taking thorough notes when she was really just writing fiction, DB decided to turn her love of writing into something more. Since becoming a journalist, she has been fortunate enough to travel extensively, and sample regional cuisines from New Orleans to the southwest and San Francisco. She still maintains that her hometown of Buffalo, New York has one of the best and vastly underrated foodie cultures in the nation, and was glad to be able to promote that during her time as a reporter there. She is currently working on a cookbook centered around home gardens.

Education

DB has a degree in English from West Virginia University with a focus in medieval literature and journalism.

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Stories By DB Kelly

Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

13 Simple Ingredients That Will Add A Smoky Flavor To Any Cocktail

Industry experts put together a list of ingredients that work well with various flavor profiles to add a wonderful smoky note to your favorite cocktail.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

5 Of The Worst Listeria Outbreaks In US History

Bacteria-contaminated food is a huge problem for the food industry. Take a look at some of the deadliest listeria outbreaks that happened in the U.S.
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Grocery

Grocery By DB Kelly

We Answer 10 Important Questions About Costco Liquor

Everyone knows Costco is the place to go to save some money, but what about its reduced-price liquor? We answer some of the important burning questions.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

The 15 Best Value Vodka Brands, According To Experts

You don't have to break the bank if you want a good quality vodka. We spoke to different experts on the best affordable vodka brands to use in your cocktails.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

15 Genius Cooking Tips From Giada De Laurentiis' TikTok Account

Giada De Laurentiis is no stranger to the home cooking world, and she shares plenty of tips on her TikTok account. We scoured it for the best ones to try.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

10 Cocktail Mixers To Avoid When Stocking Your Bar

Despite their popularity, some mixer options are best left on the shelf at the store. Here are 10 cocktail mixers to avoid when stocking your bar.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

20 Types Of Beer Explained

Picking out your choice of drink can be tricky. From IPAs to pilsners and stouts, follow our beer styles guide to figure out your new favorite brew.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

13 Bourbon And Fruit Pairings You Need To Try, According To The Pros

Pairing bourbon with fruit brings out tasting notes overlooked otherwise. Experts from across the industry share the best fruits to pair based on bourbon type.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

6 Types Of Carbonated Water, Explained

There are lots of versions of carbonated water to choose from. They each have distinctions -- some more subtle than others. Here's an explanation of each.
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Culture

Culture By DB Kelly

Here's What Your Favorite Hell's Kitchen Winners Are Up To Now

Ever wonder what your favorite Hell's Kitchen winners have been doing since their victory? We have info on the goings-on of 13 of the show's best chefs.
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Restaurants

Restaurants By DB Kelly

12 Of Guy Fieri's Favorite Restaurants In Chicago

Guy Fieri is a big fan of Chicago's food scene, so Tasting Table compiled 12 of his favorite restaurants in the Windy City, including some city staples.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

12 Wines You Should Avoid Buying At Costco

Costco is known for its extensive wine selection, but the store can't hit it out of the park every time. Here are 12 wines from Costco that you don't need.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Best Mix-Ins To Upgrade Your Pasta Salad

One side that's sure to always be a crowd-pleaser is pasta salad. But it's easy to get in a rut with it, so here are some stellar pasta salad mix-ins.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Ways To Boost The Flavor Of Canned Baked Beans

Unless you're a certain golden retriever, baked beans aren't the type of side dish that inspires dreams of flavor. Unless you use these pro tips, that is.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Ways To Add More Flavor To Scallops

It's super easy to add a kick of flavor to your scallops, and you might just find that it's so easy, they're going to be added to your weekly meal rotation.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Best Ways To Use Canned Salmon

If canned salmon seems like an ingredient that only belongs in the back of your pantry, we have some ideas for you. Use them for a fresh spin on a trusty tin.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Best Ways To Use Canned Mushrooms

Mushrooms add an earthy umami flavor to any dish, and the canned variety are perfect for everything from topping burgers to elevating pasta dinners.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

14 Jack Daniel's Whiskeys, Ranked

Jack Daniel's has a huge selection of whiskeys, from flavored ones to classics. From the worst to the best, here are Jack Daniel's whiskeys ranked.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Additions To Boost The Flavor Of Store-Bought Ketchup

Want to put an extra spin on a classic? Here are the best additions to ketchup for an even better flavor for your store-bought ketchup.
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Drink

Drink By DB Kelly

16 Popular Flavored Whiskeys, Ranked

Not all flavored whiskeys are created equal, so let's talk about what to get, what to avoid, and what's going to sit on your shelf for a long, long time.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

12 Ways To Use Up Leftover Oil From A Can Of Tuna

With tuna packed in oil, there are good reasons to save that oil instead of dumping it down the drain. Let's talk about how you can use leftover oil from tuna.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

12 Best Savory Toppings For Breakfast-For-Dinner Styled Waffles

Everyone knows waffles are for breakfast, but these sturdy morning stalwarts are perfect for balancing savory ingredients and making for a delectable dinner.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Alternative Uses For Powdered Drink Mixes

Powdered drink mixes are a surprisingly versatile way to add a kick of flavor to a number of different desserts, sides, and snacks - if you follow these tips.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

14 Ways To Use Leftover Corned Beef

If you're planning on making corned beef, you know that it doesn't really come in small portions. Use these suggestions to make the most out of this tasty meat.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

16 Healthy Burger Bun Alternatives

Don't want to give up your burger in the name of health? Discover some healthy burger bun alternatives that not only taste great but are also good for you.
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Cook

Cook By DB Kelly

25 Jamaican Dishes You Have To Try At Least Once

Jamaican cuisine is a colorful combination of cultures, and these dishes (from jerk chicken to Ital) should be on everyone's must-try list.
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Mixology and Techniques

Mixology and Techniques By DB Kelly

20 Best Drinks To Mix With Gin

While everyone knows about gin and tonic, there are actually many more possibilities for gin; and this list of 20 mixed drinks made with gin is absolute proof.
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