Cheryl Kochenderfer
Location
Buenos Aires, Argentina
School
San Francisco State University
Expertise
International Cuisine, Nutrition, Mixology
- Cheryl is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner through the Nutritional Therapy Association.
- As an avid traveler, she's attended many food and wine festivals and taken multiple cooking classes internationally.
- She is passionate about digestive health and understands how to create the lifestyle and dietary habits to feel your best.
Experience
Cheryl has spent most of her life abroad and loves sampling new cuisines. She previously worked in several San Francisco restaurants and as a nutrition coach before realizing she preferred to be behind-the-scenes writing. She's created nutrition courses, written and edited for travel and wellness sites, and assisted in creating restaurant guides and cookbooks. She has a diverse palate and enjoys everything food-related, from getting creative in the kitchen to finding the best hidden restaurants.
Education
Cheryl has a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and a California Teaching Credential from San Francisco State University. She has certifications in nutritional therapy and English language instruction.
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Stories By Cheryl Kochenderfer
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Some protein shakes aren't as healthy as they may seem. If you want a boost after your workout, check this list of shakes you may want to avoid.
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We're here to tell you which wraps and tortillas to avoid when grocery shopping. Read on to learn about the nine unhealthiest store-bought tortillas and wraps.
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Ordering at Subway allows for major customization, but it can also go awry. Employees cite these 12 ordering mistakes as some of the worst a customer can make.
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McDonald's is one of the most famous fast food restaurants around the world, serving high quality burgers. Here's why they're some of the best around.
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Is reaching for a sports drink after a workout really the best option? These are the brands you should reconsider purchasing to refuel after exercise.
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While leftovers might be quick and handy, when certain foods are reheated, their chemical composition is altered, causing nasty side effects.
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Just as many countries have cuisines they're best known for, certain regions of the world have an alcohol that is unique to the culture and history around it.
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The McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is a staple on the fast food chain's menu almost as iconic as the Big Mac, but how much do you really know about the sandwich?
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Turmeric and curcumin are often confused for the same thing and for good reason. So, once and for all, here are the differences between these two spices.
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The Heinz Company has been a staple of the American food industry since the 1800s. Here are some facts about the condiment king that you might not know.
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Believe it or not, Milky Ways outside the U.S. don't include caramel! And that's not all -- Kit Kats, Snickers, Mounds, and more are totally different abroad.
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Costco stores can be found all around the world, and many of their bakeries carry regional delicacies American shoppers can only dream of, such as these.
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Chocolate is near and dear to many people's hearts, but sadly, sometimes our favorite chocolate bars disappear from shelves. Here are some we miss the most.
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McDonald's restaurants around the world have classic menu items like the Big Mac and chicken nuggets, but here are 20 items we really wish were in the U.S.
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At their core, both maple and pancake syrups are basically liquid sugar. And when it comes to being unhealthy, certain companies are leading the pack.
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Puttanesca stems from the Italian word for "prostitute," but the sauce's origin is up for debate. Is it simply a coincidence or does it have a sordid past?
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What fruits should you be buying at Costco? We've sifted through reviews, taste-tested, and discovered only the most reliable and rave-worthy of the bunch.
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Have you ever wondered how bubble tea came to be? Read this article to learn how the ubiquitous beverage developed and what its promising future holds.
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Though widely thought of as Italian food, pizza is a near-ubiquitous dish around the world that comes in all shapes and sizes, and with all sorts of toppings.
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If you're looking for a gift your foodie mom will truly be thankful for, check out our list of 13 food-related gifts that you can get for Mother's Day.
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If you love Thai food, there are a few things you might want to consider. So, here are 12 red flags to look for when dining at a Thai restaurant.
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There are so many types of avocados it'll blow your mind. While we can't cover them all, here's 12 varieties of avos you should definitely know about.
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People are getting more familiar with the Korean staple of kimchi. This acidic and savory vegetable dish is a powerhouse of flavor and probiotics.
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Pocky is a tasty Japanese snack that comes in a lot of different flavors. Since it can be hard to choose, we made a list of the best ones you should try next.
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What constitutes a crave-worthy sour candy? We have to think about the amount of tartness in a treat, as well as how quickly this zing reveals itself to us.
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French fries are a delicious favorite among those who frequent fast food restaurants. But, not every fry is equal. Some restaurants do a better job than others.
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From the cozy tamagozake to the refreshing Malawian rock shandy, we're taking a look at lesser-known cocktails from all over the globe.