Shea Simmons Title: Writer Location: Atlanta, GA Shea Simmons is a writer with previous bylines at Bustle, Allure, LifeSavvy, Hello Giggles, and more. Throughout her career, Shea has hand-tested and reviewed products with a particular focus on all things food and home. Formerly, she worked as an assignments lead, a shopping editor, and a writer. Highlights:Former shopping editor at The E.W. Scripps Company working on brands Simplemost and Don’t Waste Your MoneyPreviously served as editor-in-chief at LifeSavvy managing content across food and homeWriter with bylines in Bustle, Allure, Men’s Health, and more Experience Shea Simmons is a shopping writer with years of experience covering food and home with a specialization in product testing and deals. Previously, Shea served as a shopping editor at Simplemost and Don't Waste Your Money. While there, she championed hands on reviews, product testing, and deals. She has also worked as a writer and editor covering all things food and home.She graduated with a BA in English and Women's and Gender Studies from Mercer University.When her fingers aren't glued to a computer, you can catch Shea adding books to her TBR pile, looking for the best brunch in Atlanta, and having embarrassing conversations with her cat, Charlie (but don't worry, he doesn't answer back).Favorite Purchase:I'm one of those people who decorate for the holidays as soon as Halloween ends, and last year, I bought the viral Home Depot Christmas tree. From the brightness of the lights to the ease of assembly, it's my favorite piece of holiday decor, and I can't wait to put it up again. Education BA in English and Women's and Gender Studies from Mercer University. About Allrecipes Home cooks are our heroes; it's as simple as that. Allrecipes, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is the world’s largest community-driven food site, providing trusted resources to more than 60 million home cooks each month. Every day, cooks from around the world publish doably delicious recipes, while our team of editorial and kitchen professionals cover the world's top food news and trends. Learn more about us and our editorial process.