Emilia Benton

Experience:

Emilia is a writer and editor living in her hometown of Houston. She received her B.A. in journalism with minors in Spanish and women’s studies from Hofstra University in Long Island, New York. In addition to Eat This, Not That!, her work has been published by Runner’s World, Women’s Health, SELF, SHAPE, Healthline, the Houston Chronicle, and POPSUGAR, among others. She is also a nine-time marathoner, frequent traveler, and avid amateur baker.

Articles by Emilia Benton

woman buying potatoes from a food truck

Restaurants

The Best Food Truck in Every State

From tacos to mac and cheese to burgers, these top food trucks will satisfy all of your cravings.

Woman chopping up vegetables to make plant based vegetarian bowl

Healthy Eating

30 Life-Changing Food Hacks from Chefs

Celebrated chefs and culinary pros share their kitchen secrets.

Costco Henckels Modernist Self-sharpening Knife Block Set

Healthy Eating

Our Guide to Every Kitchen Knife You Need

Pro chefs reveal the blades every home cook should have in their block.

Holiday candy canes

Groceries

This Is Why We Eat Candy Canes on Christmas

See how this sweet treat became a holiday season tradition.

Washing potatoes in the dishwasher

Recipes

30 Thanksgiving Cooking Hacks

Learn how to make Turkey Day cooking a total breeze.

Lobster and asparagus

Restaurants

10 Cooking Shortcuts for Your Microwave

Your microwave is your meal prep BFF when you need to get dinner on the table ASAP.

Stuffed bell peppers recipe

Recipes

10 Delicious Stuffed Peppers Recipes

From Philly cheesesteaks to tacos, these guilt-free recipes will keep your dinners interesting.