Samantha Leal
Freelance Writer
Samantha Leal is a writer, editor, and content strategist whose work centers around all things lifestyle—beauty, fashion, drinks, food, travel, and wellness (to name a few). Basically, all the good things in life. She holds a journalism degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, and has held roles at Well+Good, Marie Claire, Latina magazine, and The Knot. Her byline has appeared in Refinery29, Glamour, Teen Vogue, Apartment Therapy, and more.
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The Sourdough Trick Master Baker Nancy Silverton Swears By for Better Bread
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Everyone’s Obsessed With This Viral Iced Coffee Hack — This Is the Key to Making It Really Good
This will be the easiest coffee, most refreshing coffee of your life.
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Cooking experts share the simple step that changes the texture of your rice.
Experts Say Many Hotel Mini Fridges Aren't Actually Refrigerators
Here's how to tell if it's a beverage cooler or a real refrigerator.
Costco Has a Surprisingly Useful Perk Most Members Don’t Know About
If you’re not using this member benefit, you’re seriously missing out.
An Italian Grandmother’s Secret Ingredient for Sweeter, Better Tomato Sauce
This tried-and-true trick makes tomato sauce so much better.
The Surprising Ingredient Dietitians Recommend to Give Pasta a Protein Boost
It's creamy, flavorful, and adds 14 grams of protein.
Ice Cream Shop Pros Share the Tricks to the Perfect Scoop
It’s all about timing, temperature, and technique.
How a Salt Cellar Can Instantly Improve Your Cooking Routine
This small kitchen swap makes seasoning faster, more precise, and way more intuitive.
Anyone Who Drinks Protein Shakes Needs This Genius Gadget
No shaking or blending required.
Sparkling Tea Is Trending as the Non-Alcoholic Drink Wine Pros Are Reaching For
It has nuanced flavor, crisp bubbles, and wine-like structure that actually works at the table.