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Lauren Naru

location-pin New York, NY

School: Fordham University

Expertise: Food News; Entertaining

Lauren Naru

  • 20 years in the digital publishing and marketing world, 6 years of which have been spent freelancing for Taste of Home
  • Owns her own cookie company called Claire’s Custom Cookies which serves the Hudson Valley region of New York

Experience

Lauren has been working in media relations for 20 years and branched into freelance food writing in 2016. Her work for Taste of Home covers subjects like gift guides, sales and must-have kitchen items. She lives and works in New York's Hudson Valley region where she spends time writing, working in marketing and volunteering at her local community center. In her spare time, Lauren is hard at work mixing batter and piping intricate designs for her custom cookie business, Claire’s Custom Cookies. Outside of working and designing cookies, Lauren loves to spend time with her family and adorable dog, Murphy.

Education

Fordham University, bachelor's in communication and media studies

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Articles & Recipes

This Ceramic Egg Holder Adds A Cool Aesthetic To Your Refrigerator

This Ceramic Egg Holder Adds a Cool Aesthetic to Your Refrigerator

Ditch the plain cardboard and keep your refrigerator organized with this sleek and colorful ceramic egg holder.
This Glass Milk Carton Is The Cutest Storage Spot For Your Coffee Creamer

This Glass Milk Carton Is the Cutest Storage Spot for Your Coffee Creamer

This chic glass milk carton is a must-have for any at-home barista!
16 Pretty Products From The Pioneer Woman That Double As Easter Décor

20 Pretty Products from the Pioneer Woman That Double as Easter Decor

These Pioneer Woman Easter home finds are giving us all the spring vibes. Plus, they're available at Walmart!