Ronnie Koenig

Title: Contributor

Location: Princeton, NJ

Education: Barnard College (BA) and Ohio University (MFA

Expertise: Food and drink, lifestyle, travel, health & wellness

Experience:

Ronnie Koenig has written about food, drink, travel and culture for The New York Times, TODAY, The Atlantic and many others. Favorite stories include writing about her experiences working at a winery for a day for NBC News, becoming a chocolatier for a day at JoMart in Brooklyn and taking a Mexican cooking class where she flipped homemade tortillas and made (and drank) the best-ever margaritas. She also loves cooking at home with her twins, most recently crêpes from Preppy Kitchen. Recent culinary adventures include trying hot chicken in Nashville and savoring anchovies and Cava in Barcelona.

Articles by Ronnie Koenig

7 American Foods Banned in Other Countries

7 American Foods Other Countries Won’t Allow

These U.S. grocery staples contain dyes or chemicals that are banned around the world.

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11 Chips Surprisingly Great for Weight Loss

These satisfying chips are lower in calories and packed with protein or fiber.

15 Soft Foods That Are Ideal After Surgery

15 Best Soft Foods to Eat After Surgery, Say Dietitians

Recover faster with these easy-to-eat soft foods recommended by registered dietitians.

7 Red Flags You’re Eating Too Much Sugar

7 Red Flags You’re Eating Too Much Sugar

Sugar is sweet but too much of a good thing can be bad news for your health.

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5 Low-Calorie Restaurant Meals for Your Calorie Deficit

Stay in a calorie deficit with these satisfying restaurant meals under 550 calories.

The 3 Healthiest McDonald’s Breakfasts to Start Your Day Right

The Healthiest McDonald's Breakfasts

A nutritionist reveals the smartest picks on the McDonald's breakfast menu for a healthy start.

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13 Yogurt Brands Nutritionists Trust

Experts reveal the healthiest yogurts to buy—and the sugary ones to skip at the store.

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10 Foods That Help Flatten Your Stomach Fast

Experts say these foods fight belly bloat, reduce cravings, and support a flatter stomach fast.

Costco Shoppers Are Buzzing About This New Spring Cheesecake

Costco’s New Strawberry Cheesecake is Wow

Shoppers say this 4.5 lb cheesecake with real strawberries and streusel is worth every bite.

I Tried 5 Protein Bars and This One Tasted Like Dessert

I Tried 5 Protein Bars and This Was the Best

Is it good for you or too good to be true?

5 Costco Desserts That Shoppers Are Raving About Right Now

5 Costco Desserts That Are Worth the Trip

From ice cream bars to pineapple cups, these desserts are must-haves for Costco superfans.

10 Grocery Staples Facing Price Increases This Week

10 Grocery Staples That May Get More Expensive

Rising tariffs and supply issues are driving up the price of these essential grocery items.

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7 Costco Breakfast Items That Are Underrated

These underrated Costco breakfast picks are secretly fan favorites for a reason.

I Tried 6 Frozen Burritos and Only One Blew Me Away

I Tried 6 Frozen Burritos and Found a Winner

We tried 6 frozen burritos to find the one worth keeping in your freezer rotation.

11 Costco Items Shoppers Say Are the Best-Kept Secrets

11 Costco Items That are the Best Secrets

These cult-favorite Costco finds fly under the radar—but fans swear by them.

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The Best and Worst Bottled Teas

Some teas are packed with sugar or additives—others get a green light from nutritionists.

7 Costco Staples Healthy Shoppers Love

These healthy Costco staples are worth stocking up on every single week.

11 Ways Restaurants Trick You Into Spending More Without Realizing It

11 Sneaky Tricks Restaurants Use

Read this before your next meal out so you don’t fall for these upsell tactics.

10 Trader Joe’s Frozen Foods Shoppers Call Hidden Gems

10 Trader Joe’s Frozen Foods Shoppers Call Hidden Gems

These sleeper hits from the frozen aisle deserve a permanent spot in your freezer.

10 Best Fast-Food Chains for Vegetarians Right Now

10 Best Fast-Food Chains for Vegetarians Right Now

If veggies are your thing, these are the places you’ll want to visit on repeat.

7 Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Protein Every Day

7 Signs You’re Not Getting Enough Protein Every Day

If you’re experiencing these symptoms, it could be time to take a closer look at your diet.

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I Tried 7 Frozen Pizzas and This Was the Best

This frozen pizza was so good it made me switch brands—and I don’t say that lightly.

8 Fast-Food Breakfast Items That Are Way Better Than You’d Expect

8 Fast-Food Breakfast Items That Got Better

These under-the-radar fast-food breakfasts might become your new morning favorites.

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The #1 Restaurant Appetizer to Always Skip

This deep-fried favorite packs nearly a full day's worth of calories.

10 Cheapest Restaurant Meals That Still Taste Incredible

10 Cheapest Restaurant Meals Now

Dine out without draining your wallet with these budget-friendly restaurant meals.

I Tried Every Costco Kirkland Snack and Ranked Them From Worst to Best

I Tried Every Costco Kirkland Snack

See which ones to stock up on and which ones to avoid.

Costco Cookies

I Tried Every Bakery Item at Costco

From cookies to cakes, here's the ultimate ranking of Costco's beloved bakery treats.

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The 10 Best Aldi Frozen Foods You Can Find

These frozen eats are coming in hot!

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The #1 Order at 5 Salad Chains, Ranked by Taste

The best salad order came down to fresh, crunchy ingredients that weren't drowning in dressing or cheese.

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11 Best Aldi Products You Can Find in January

From frozen items you'll want to stock up on to early Valentine's Day treats, Aldi is full of goodies this month.

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