Heather Newgen

Experience:

Title: Reporter, Field Producer, Writer

Location: Twentynine Palms, California

Education: BA in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Southern California (2000-2003); Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities from Mount San Jacinto Jr. College (1997-2000)

Expertise: Entertainment, Travel, Health & Fitness, Non-Profit Industries, Media Relations

Experience: With over two decades of experience, Heather Newgen is a seasoned reporter, field producer, and writer specializing in the entertainment, travel, health & fitness, and non-profit industries. She has a proven track record in writing, reporting, and producing, having worked with notable publications and online platforms such as Eat This Not That! Health, Mtime.com, InStyle Magazine, Wonderwall/MSN, Fandango, ComingSoon.net, and Life & Style Weekly Magazine. Heather’s work includes covering breaking news, true crime, trending news stories, personal finance, health & fitness, TV, film, and entertainment. She is also the founder of The Voluntourist, where she creates compelling storytelling that’s impactful and inspiring.

Social: LinkedIn

Articles by Heather Newgen

3 Chain Restaurants With the Best Cookies Fresh Out of the Oven, According to Pastry Chefs

3 Chains With the Best Fresh Cookies

Pastry chefs say these chains serve the best warm, fresh-baked cookies.

5 Best Orders at Waffle House, According to Chefs

5 Best Orders at Waffle House, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal the Waffle House menu items they order every time.

4 Chain Restaurants With the Best Braised Short Ribs, According to Chefs

4 Chains With the Best Braised Short Ribs

Chefs say these chain spots serve braised short ribs worth the splurge.

4 Chain Restaurants With the Best Grilled Liver and Onions, According to Chefs

4 Chains With the Best Liver and Onions

Chefs say these chain restaurants still serve tender, old-school liver and onions.

Creme brulee. dessert with caramel crust and berries.

4 Chains With the Best Crème Brûlée

Chefs share which chain restaurants serve the richest, most perfectly caramelized crème brûlée.

Tulalip, WA, USA - April 17, 2022; Olive Garden Italian Kitchen sign and building detail

5 Best Olive Garden Orders, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal the most flavorful and dependable Olive Garden meals worth ordering.

4 Chain Restaurants With the Best Beef Enchiladas, According to Chefs

4 Chains With the Best Beef Enchilada Plates

Chefs love these beef enchilada plates packed with bold flavor and sturdy tortillas.

5 Chain Restaurants With the Best Chicken and Biscuits, According to Chefs

5 Chains With the Best Chicken and Biscuits

Chefs reveal chain restaurants serving crispy chicken paired with fluffy, buttery biscuits done right.

Tyson Any’tizers Crispy Boneless Chicken Nugget Bites

6 Frozen Appetizers to Never Buy

Chefs share which frozen appetizers they skip and why these party snacks fall short on quality.

4 Chain Restaurants With the Best Tater Tots, According to Chefs

4 Chains With the Best Tater Tots, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal the four national chains serving the crispiest, fluffiest tater tots.

4 Chain Restaurants with the Best Lobster, According to Chefs

4 Chains with the Best Lobster, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal the national chains they trust most for fresh, tender lobster.

5 Chain Restaurants with the Best Oysters, According to Chefs

5 Chains with the Best Oysters, Say Chefs

Chefs share the national chains they trust most for fresh, briny oysters.

5 Chain Restaurants with the Best Avocado Toast, According to Chefs

5 Chains with the Best Avo Toast, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal which national chains serve avocado toast that’s actually worth ordering.

6 LongHorn Steakhouse Orders Chefs Recommend to Upgrade Any Meal

6 LongHorn Steakhouse Secret Menu Orders

Turn standard meals into standout picks.

5 Best Outback Steakhouse Orders, According to Chefs

5 Best Outback Steakhouse Orders, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal the Outback Steakhouse menu picks they order most for flavor, value, and quality.

4 Chain Restaurants for the Best Steak and Eggs, According to Chefs

4 Chains for the Best Steak and Eggs

Chefs reveal the chain restaurants that serve the juiciest steaks and fluffiest eggs.

3 Chain Restaurants for the Best BBQ Bacon Burger, According to Chefs

3 Chains for the Best BBQ Bacon Burger

Chefs reveal the chains serving the smokiest, juiciest BBQ bacon burgers worth ordering.

surf and turf steakhouse favorites

5 Chains for the Best Surf and Turf

Chefs reveal the chain restaurants serving the best steak and seafood pairings worth the splurge.

5 Frozen Pasta Dishes Chefs Say Taste Like They’re From an Italian Restaurant

5 Frozen Pasta Dishes Chefs Love

Chefs share the frozen pasta meals that taste closest to fresh, restaurant-style Italian cooking.

6 Best Cheesecake Factory Orders, According to Chefs

6 Best Cheesecake Factory Orders, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal the top Cheesecake Factory menu picks, like savory classics.

6 Best LongHorn Steakhouse Orders, According to Chefs

6 Best LongHorn Orders, According to Chefs

Chefs share the LongHorn Steakhouse menu items they order most for bold flavor and value.

Beautiful table setting with gift box, hearts and red roses on yellow background. Valentine's Day celebration

5 Best Chains for Valentine's Day, Say Chefs

Chefs share the chain restaurants offering the most memorable Valentine’s Day menus and experiences.

5 Chain Restaurants for the Best Patty Melt, According to Chefs

5 Chains for the Best Patty Melt, Say Chefs

Chefs share the chain patty melts they order for buttery bread, juicy beef, and perfectly melted cheese.

5 Chain Restaurants With the Best Stuffed French Toast, According to Chefs

5 Chains With the Best Stuffed French Toast

Chefs share the chain restaurants serving the most indulgent stuffed French toast worth seeking out.

4 Chain Restaurants With the Best Chicken Tikka Masala, According to Chefs

4 Chains With the Best Chicken Tikka Masala

Chefs reveal the chain restaurants serving the most flavorful, creamy chicken tikka masala right now.

5 Chain Restaurants for the Best Brunch, According to Chefs

5 Chains for the Best Brunch, Say Chefs

Chefs share their favorite brunch chains serving standout eggs, pancakes, and weekend plates worth seeking out.

2 Best Delis for Pastrami Sandwiches, According to Chefs

2 Best Delis for Pastrami, According to Chefs

Chefs reveal the top delis serving authentic, piled-high pastrami sandwiches with smoky, tender beef.

9 Chain Restaurants for the Best French Dip Sandwich, According to Chefs

9 Chains for the Best French Dip, Say Chefs

Chefs share the chain spots serving tender French dips with rich au jus and perfectly toasted rolls.

3 Best Neapolitan Pizza Spots in America, According to Chefs

3 Spots for the Best Neapolitan, Say Chefs

Chefs share the top spots for authentic Neapolitan pizza with airy crusts and classic Italian flavor.

9 Chain Restaurants With the Best Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich, According to Chefs

The Best Cheesesteak Sandwiches, Say Chefs

Chefs reveal the chain spots serving juicy Philly cheesesteaks with melty cheese.

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