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Ni'Kesia Pannell

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Ni'Kesia Pannell is the News & Culture Editor at Kitchn. Known as a self-proclaimed Slurpee connoisseur and the Queen of Nostalgic Things, Ni'Kesia spends her spare time running her all-natural beverage business — Peach State Drinks — and binging all the old shows you can name.

Latest Stories

32 Restaurants Open on Christmas Day This Year
When cooking isn't in the cards, you've got options.
Nathan Hutsenpiller
Dec 22, 2023
I Visited the World’s First and Only Cheez-It Pit Stop
Decked out with its own desert cowboy mascot, the Cheez-It Stop delivers what true Cheez-It fans would be amazed to see.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Jun 9, 2023
Is Trader Joe’s Open on Memorial Day 2023?
Here’s what you need to know.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
May 28, 2023
Is Dollar General Open on Memorial Day 2023?
Just in case you need something for the grill!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
May 28, 2023
Is Target Open on Memorial Day 2023?
For any of your last-minute needs!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
May 27, 2023
Martha Stewart Is Making History as Sports Illustrated’s Oldest Swimsuit Issue Cover Star
“It’s a testament to good living. I think that all of us should think about good living — successful living — and not about aging,” Martha Stewart said.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
May 15, 2023
Costco Just Added a New Pie to the Bakery Section, and Fans Are Freaking Out
Truly delectable!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
May 9, 2023
Master P and Snoop Dogg Want the “Kings of Breakfast Foods” Title — And Their New Cereal Line May Be the Way to Get It
"This is bigger than any music deal that I’ve ever done. This is bigger than anything,” Percy “Master P” Miller told The Kitchn.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
May 4, 2023
100 Restaurants That Offer Free Food on Your Birthday
In honor of all the birthday celebrations across the nation!
Nathan Hutsenpiller
May 2, 2023
Costco Just Added a New Item to the Bakery Section
Everyone is loving it!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Apr 25, 2023
Is Dollar General Open on Easter Sunday 2023?
For your last-minute needs!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Apr 8, 2023
I Own a Juice Company — This Is the Only Orange Juice I’ll Buy at the Grocery Store
Groceries
"Once you taste this particular brand of orange juice, sipping on any other OJ just won't taste the same."
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Mar 5, 2023
I Own a Beverage Brand, and This Is the Tea That Has Me Obsessed
"I have never been more ready and willing to throw my money at a brand of tea before now."
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Feb 10, 2023
This Is What Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders Eats to Look Good, Feel Good, and Play Good
When you look good, you feel good. And when you feel good, you play good!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Feb 6, 2023
I Tried Dolly Parton’s Newest Line of Duncan Hines Mixes and There Was One Clear Winner in the Lineup
Good golly, this line sure is sweet!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Jan 19, 2023
Dolly Parton Is Adding New Mixes to Her Duncan Hines Line and She Knows You’re Going to Love Them
They're truly Southern, y'all!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Jan 17, 2023
Le Creuset’s Stovetop Kettle Is My Favorite Kitchenware Item — and It’s on Sale Right Now
It's one of the best on the market!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Jan 12, 2023
The 15 Best Food Shows of 2022 That Deserve a Binge-Watch Right Now
From HBO Max's "Julia" to the second season of CNN's now-canceled series "Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy," these are the best food shows of 2022.
Tai Saint-Louis
Dec 30, 2022
21 Celebrities That Launched Surprisingly Good Food Brands This Year
From Dolly Parton to Kevin Hart, these celebrities released some pretty darn good food brands this year.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Dec 26, 2022
Is Walmart Open on Christmas Day 2022?
Here's what you need to know.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Dec 24, 2022
These Super-Simple Tips from The Home Edit Will Help You Host the Holidays Like a Pro
"Never invite more people than you have coasters for is always a good rule of thumb!"
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Dec 16, 2022
Future’s Stylish New Miami Beach Mansion Has the Kitchen of Dreams
The rapper purchased the nearly 8,000-square-foot home just last month.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Dec 8, 2022
Drew Barrymore’s Cookware Is Literally Some of the Best I’ve Ever Used — And It’s On Major Sale Right Now
Shopping
The new cookware line really is beautiful!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Dec 7, 2022
T-Pain Just Dropped His First Line of Wing Spices and They’re the the Sweet and Savory Mix You Need to Try
The Grammy-winning artist released the new collection in collaboration with fan-favorite brand, Spicewalla.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Dec 7, 2022
More than 1,200 Cases of Frozen Raspberries Are Being Recalled Due to a Possible Health Risk
Here's what you need to know.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Dec 5, 2022
Our Place Just Opened Its First Retail Location and It’s More than You Ever Could Have Dreamed
Texture and colors galore!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Nov 22, 2022
This Stylish and Functional Concrete Personal Fireplace Just May Be My New Favorite Household Item
Easy and safe — plus, no cleanup afterwards.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Nov 18, 2022
Eva Longoria’s New Line of Nonstick Cookware Is the Best Thing I’ve Tested All Week — And It’s 30 Percent Off Right Now
It's really nonstick, y'all!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Nov 13, 2022
Gisele Bündchen Bought 2 New Florida Homes in the Last Year — And Both Have Kitchens You Might Be Obsessed With
You'll love the natural lighting!
Carlos Matias
Nov 11, 2022
I Tried Stanley Tucci’s New Taste of Tucci Recipe Kit and It’s the Little Bite of Italy We All Need
It's the perfect low-lift, midweek dinner!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Nov 10, 2022
Multiple Pine-Sol Cleaners Are Being Recalled Due to Possible Inclusion of Harmful Bacteria
Here's what you need to know.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Oct 26, 2022
15 Last-Minute Food Costumes for the Entire Family
Including some that you can buy and DIY!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Oct 21, 2022
Blake Shelton and Carson Daly’s Bar-Themed Game Show Will Have Your Favorite Celebs as Contestants
"Barmageddon" will air this winter on USA Network.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Oct 19, 2022
I Tried 10 of the Best Hard Cider Brands Out There — And These Are the Ones I’ll Buy Over and Over Again
"After years of swearing off anything that remotely reminded me of beer, a friend of mine introduced me to what would become my "lighter" beverage of choice: hard cider."
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Oct 5, 2022
I Tried This Popular Fig & Goat Cheese Salad and Every Bite Feels Like a Vacation
This is the type of salad that I would make for guests with the hopes of it being memorable and it can be added on the menu for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Sep 28, 2022
Mason Jar Noodles Are the Quick and Easy Make-Ahead Meal You’ve Been Looking For
And it's fully customizable!
Ni'Kesia Pannell
Sep 22, 2022