Bridget Shirvell

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Title: Food Writer
Education: George Washington University, Quinnipiac University
Location: Mystic, Connecticut
Expertise: Food, Climate Crisis Solutions, Parenting

Bridget Shirvell is a Conneticut-based independent journalist specializing in food, climate crisis solutions, and parenting with over two decades of experience contributing to publications such as GoodHousekeeping, Martha Stewart Living, Food52, Yale School of Environment, Civil Eats, and more.

Highlights

  • Two decades of experience.
  • Bridget has written for Martha Stewart Living and MarthaStewart.com for nearly two decades.
  • Her work has appeared in Good Housekeeping, Civil Eats, Food52, and more.
  • Bridget has a Master's degree in Journalism from Quinnipiac University.

Experience

In addition to writing for outlets like Foodprint, Good Housekeeping, Bridget has been a contributing editor for Civil Eats and a writer for the Yale School of Environment. Her story topics have ranged from parenting tips, cooking, and food shopping guides to deep dives into food system. Bridget lives in New England, in a very old home she is slowly fixing up.

Education

Bridget graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.S). in Political Science from George Washington University and a Masters in Science (M.S.) in Journalism from Quinnipiac University.

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Latest from Bridget Shirvell

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10 Best Nonstick Pans for Cooking Eggs, Fish, and Other Delicate Foods
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The Difference Between Cane Sugar and Granulated Sugar, According to Bakers
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