Joelle Battista

Joelle Battista is a contributing commerce writer at Food Network, specializing in rigorously testing and reviewing kitchen products and appliances. With a Bachelor's degree in communications, professional culinary training and close to a decade of editorial experience, Joelle has developed a keen eye for quality and reliability in both recipe and appliance evaluation. Joelle started her career in test kitchens, creating hundreds of recipes and leading the culinary development of dozens of kitchen appliances, and has been immersed in the world of kitchen gear ever since. Trusted for her straightforward approach and commitment to consumer satisfaction, Joelle is dedicated to helping readers make informed, practical decisions when investing in their kitchen essentials.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Communications from Fordham University; Certificate of Completion: Chef's Training Program at Natural Gourmet Institute

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