Kate Ellsworth

10 years in writing, editing and product testing
Writer for Taste of Home, Reader’s Digest, The Family Handyman, USA Today and Reviewed

Experience

Kate has been writing about her favorite brands and products for more than 10 years. She's started a few well-intentioned yet short-lived blogs and loves to spend her time perusing the Internet for the best deals. She currently works as an executive editor for a product-testing website, where she oversees lifestyle topics including sleep, pets, health and fitness and crafts.

In her spare time, you can find Kate baking, quilting and hanging out with her husband, Matt, and newborn, Vivienne.

Education

Belmont University, bachelor's in English writing

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Articles & Recipes

In-N-Out Burger fast food restaurant in Westwood, California.

The Most Iconic Menu Item at In-N-Out (and Every Other Top Fast Food Chain)

When you venture to your favorite guilty pleasure restaurant, make sure you're checking out the best fast food items on the menu.

Two Scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream Topped with Hot Fudge Sauce

How to Make Homemade Magic Shell

You don't need much to make this homemade version of a childhood classic. Follow the quick steps below and treat yourself to ice cream with magic shell!

Rachel Ray and Gordon Ramsay on a colored silhouette of the united states

The Most Popular Celebrity Chef in Every State

People from coast to coast are searching for their favorite celebrity chefs. A recent study found that Maine is looking for Martha, Alaska is looking for Alton and Wisconsin is in love with Paul Hollywood. Here's how each chef stacks up.