Samantha Ellsworth

Samantha is a freelance writer and editor who creates health, nutrition, and sustainability content across digital and print platforms. Aside from writing for Plates, Samantha is also an editor at MDPI, an international publishing company. Outside of work, you can find her hiking the trails in Colorado or experimenting with healthy new recipes.

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From Coast to Coast: 5 Food Trucks That Are Changing the Way We Eat

Food trucks provide the same level of speed and cost efficiency as fast-food restaurants but offer something your average fast-food chain doesn’t: a local chef who is truly passionate about their food.  As the industry continues to evolve, food trucks around the country offer an extensive variety of food truck fare. In the southwestern United …

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How to Use the Diner’s Plates App: A Step-by-Step Guide

Plates is a unique marketplace that connects local chefs with foodies. On the Diner’s Plates app, you can browse different offerings from artisan chefs in your area—whether you’re in the mood for fresh baked goods or homemade Italian.  When you download Plates, you’ll be able to connect with people who love cooking from scratch and …

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How to Organize Your Cabinets and Maximize Your Kitchen Space

As one of the hardest-working spaces in your home, your kitchen needs to store all of your ingredients, tools, and utensils while providing enough room and efficiency for you to cook. Without the right systems in place, it doesn’t matter how much kitchen space you have—you still won’t be able to organize to your kitchen’s …

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Christmas Cookie Recipes to Make for Your Friends and Neighbors

If you think the holiday food frenzy is off-limits for your friends and neighbors with dietary restrictions, think again. Christmas cookies don’t have to be bad for you. What’s even crazier? Health-conscious holiday recipes don’t have to taste bland. Even though baking for loved ones with dietary restrictions can be challenging (because butter, eggs, and …

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How Your Trash Can Impact Climate Change

Collectively, our trash affects the environment in countless ways, from negatively impacting wildlife and interfering with our own public health to contributing to the climate change crisis. According to a study published in Science Advances, as of 2015, only 9% of plastic waste (out of the 6.3 billion metric tons produced) has been recycled. What’s …

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