Mackenzie Filson

Mackenzie Filson is a writer, cheesemonger, and proud Floridian. You can read more of her writing on her newsletter, Book Sommelier.
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Frozen Pizza, and They All Said the Same One
Turns out, it’s a nostalgia thing.
2 days ago
I’ll Never Buy Another Peach Without the “Brown Stem” Rule Again
It guarantees a juicy peach EVERY time.
Aug 2, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Frozen Pizza, and They All Said the Same One
Turns out, it’s a nostalgia thing.
Jun 24, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Frozen Chicken Nuggets and They All Picked the Same One
Turns out, it’s a shape thing, and your kids will approve.
Jun 17, 2024
Why You Should Always Use the “Tip Top” Rule to Pick Out the Sweetest Strawberries
The sweetness of a berry is basically guaranteed.
Jun 7, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Jarred Salsa, and They All Said the Same Thing
“The heat level is just right.”
May 25, 2024
The Only Balsamic Vinegar Italians Buy at the Grocery Store (and You Should Too)
According to three food experts in Italy.
May 24, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Frozen Pizza, and They All Said the Same One
Turns out, it’s a nostalgia thing.
Mar 27, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Boxed Mac and Cheese, and They All Picked the Same One (It’s Not Kraft!)
“It is undeniably the best sauce on the market.”
Feb 28, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Frozen Chicken Nuggets and They All Picked the Same One
Turns out, it’s a shape thing, and your kids will approve.
Feb 16, 2024
We Asked 3 Pastry Chefs to Name the Best Store-Bought Croissants, and They All Said the Same Thing
“They're as good as any from a bakery.”
Feb 15, 2024
We Asked 3 Chefs to Name the Best Bacon, and They All Said the Same Thing
One has tried practically every brand out there.
Jan 31, 2024
7 Not-to-Be-Missed Trader Joe’s Groceries That Just Hit Stores
The new ice cream might be the richest EVER!
Oct 18, 2023
We Tried All the Cookies at Trader Joe’s — Here Are the 5 Best Ones
They're all under $4!
Oct 17, 2023
The Trader Joe’s Dinner Staple That Got Me Out of My Cooking Rut
If you haven't tried it yet, you're missing out.
Apr 6, 2023
7 Not-to-Be-Missed Trader Joe’s Groceries That Just Hit Stores, According to a Former Employee
Now that the major holidays are behind us, I’m readying my pantry for new winter arrivals, like a sort of epicurean Punxsutawney Phil. Will the winter linger on (more truffles, hygge-inducing tea, excuses to make a hot chocolate, etc.), or will there be a cheeky snap of spring (mango-flavored everything, the bright spot that is asparagus season, a blush-toned peony)?
Jan 15, 2023
8 Must-Have Trader Joe’s Items That Just Hit Shelves This July
Get 'em while you can!
Jul 11, 2022