Nilina Mason-Campbell

Nilina currently splits her time between Los Angeles and her hometown of Portland, Oregon. Outside of writing, she owns and operates a line of illustrated souvenirs, an outlet that marries both her passion for crafting and penchant for adventure. Her current undertaking is renovating a 1968 Airstream Overlander that she hopes to eventually live in full-time. She'll be documenting her renovation progress via Instagram starting in the fall. In her spare time, she's learning to play the banjo.
I Use These $16 Portable Utensils So Much That I Bought a Second Set
They’re the perfect eco-friendly solution when you’re on the go.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jul 27, 2023
This Soup-Season Staple Has Been My Go-to for a Decade — And You’re Gonna Love It Too
Groceries
It's the one constant, no matter what.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jan 17, 2022
I Eat a Microwaved Meal Almost Every Day — These Are the 7 I Buy on Repeat
Groceries
Including two types of ramen!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Nov 3, 2021
The Costco Find I’ve Been Reaching for Every Morning This Fall
Groceries
Your fall smoothies, pancakes, and yogurt bowls are about to get even better.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Oct 12, 2021
This $10 Find Is the Reason I Always Have Homemade Sauce in My Freezer
Tools
It's perfect for soup season, too.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Sep 22, 2021
My New Favorite Trader Joe’s Lunch Requires Zero Prep Work and Costs Less than $4
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And I don't even have to dirty a bowl.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Sep 8, 2021
The Splurgy Cast Iron Pan I Wish I’d Bought Years Ago
Tools
It's magical when it comes to veggies!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Sep 3, 2021
The Easy Dinner Shortcut I Buy Every Time I’m at Costco
Groceries
It's not you, rotisserie chicken!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Aug 27, 2021
I Finally Bought My First Microwave — And I Can’t Believe How Much Time and Money It’s Saving Me
Tools
I really wish I had gotten one earlier!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Aug 19, 2021
The Seemingly Silly Vegetable Tool I Haven’t Put Away All Summer
Shopping
"I have big plans for it in the fall, too!"
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jul 29, 2021
The Splurgy Costco Find I Always Buy for Myself Whenever It’s in Stock
Summertime Wine
"It's not always available at Costco, so whenever I do see it, I gear up to make the splurge."
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jul 20, 2021
The Frozen Vegetable from Trader Joe’s That I Always Have in My Freezer
Groceries
"I pull this bag out when I'm making pasta, stir fries, soups, and even breakfast."
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jul 17, 2021
These Faux Fish Fillets Taste Remarkably Like the Real Thing
Groceries
They are by far the closest thing to real fish that I’ve tasted, checking off all the boxes for accurate texture, taste, and even smell.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jun 10, 2021
This Costco Bargain Is the Secret to Easy Summer Breakfasts and Dinners
Groceries
Served just as easily alongside hash browns for breakfast, or grilled vegetables for dinner, these "sausages" do double duty.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jun 8, 2021
The Super-Sized Dip from Costco That Has Me Eating Way More Vegetables
Groceries
Try the chipotle flavor!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Mar 11, 2021
I Own More than 20 of These Storage Containers and They’re the Best for Meal Prep
Shopping
They're the perfect size for storing individual portions of food.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Mar 4, 2021
The Underrated Kirkland Signature Find That’s the Secret to Easy Meal Prep
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The price is ridiculously great, too!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Mar 4, 2021
The $10 Costco Find That Just Became My New Forever Snack
Groceries
"They taste like sophistication."
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Feb 9, 2021
I’ve Saved So Much Money, Thanks to This Grocery Site You (Probably) Haven’t Heard Of
Groceries
"Their base prices are notably low and their sales are plentiful!"
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Feb 1, 2021
I’m Not an Extreme Couponer, But I Can *Easily* Save Almost 50% on Groceries — Here’s How
Groceries
"Last week I brought a $62.50 purchase down to $31.18 just by using the app."
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jan 15, 2021
The $20 Electric Kettle That Turned Me into a Regular Tea Drinker
Shopping
This inexpensive kettle is easy to use and easy on the wallet, making it an all-around winner.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Jan 7, 2021
The Frozen Dinner Entrée That I Can’t Celebrate the Holidays Without
Groceries
It's so popular, it often sells out!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Dec 10, 2020
The Frozen Pasta at Trader Joe’s That’s Even Better than Homemade
Groceries
Trader Joe's freezer aisle for the win. Again.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Oct 2, 2020
The Pantry Staple That’s Always Half Price at Costco
Groceries
We compared prices at five other stores!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Aug 25, 2020
The $50 Blender That’s Totally Getting Me Through Summer
Shopping
It somehow makes the smoothest smoothies!
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Aug 17, 2020
The $4 Trader Joe’s Find That Upgrades a Week of Otherwise Boring Dinners
Groceries
"I'm going to make a bold statement and call it my best TJ's find in MONTHS."
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Aug 5, 2020