Ellery Weil

Location

London, United Kingdom

School

University of Michigan, University College London

Expertise

Food History, Home Cooking, Viral Food Trends

Ellery earned her PhD in History in 2023. As a specialist in the Victorian Era, she has attempted to recreate some of Queen Victoria's favorite meals.
Her 2023 article on the Government Cheese Caves of Missouri was highlighted by author Jack El-Hai and director Julian Simpson in both of their newsletters.
She joined Static Media as a contributing writer for The Takeout in 2025.

Experience

Ellery Weil, PhD, is a writer and historian who has been writing professionally for over six years. She began writing out of pure interest while studying at the University of Michigan, with a feminist issues column for the Michigan Daily, Weil Can Do It, and has kept up with it through her undergraduate and postgraduate studies, eventually turning to writing as a profession. She has written for academic and popular publications, including Atlas Obscura, Messy Nessy Chic, Lilith, Haloscope, Byline, and many more.

Education

Ellery has a bachelor's in political science from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor, and a master's and PhD in history from University College London.

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Stories By Ellery Weil

The Retro Candy You Can Turn Into A Surprisingly Tasty Old-School Dessert

Think old-school candy can't get any sweeter? Grab a big handful for the delightfully fruity retro dessert recipe that will make you feel like a kid again.
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The Luxury Wine Costco Sells For A Steal

You could be poppin' luxury bottles for hot dog-n-soda money. Snag a case of the fine wine Costco sells at a discount, and sip your way to the high life.
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This Controversial Way To Butter Toast Is Actually The Easiest

And now for an unexpected hot take on toast. Are you team butter-it-with-a-knife, or do you go full stick with the trend that makes it easier than ever?
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Why You're Probably Pronouncing Bologna Wrong

It has a first name, but how do you pronounce it? Bologna etymology may be just as complex as the meat it's made of, but there's only one way to say it.
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Is A Pot Filler Really Worth Investing In?

Are pot fillers just a luxe design flex, or are they the key to convenient cooking? From budget, to reno, to daily use, here's why you need one, or don't.
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Why Aldi Shoppers Avoid The Store's Bananas

We stan for all things Aldi, but we can't even with the bananas. Here's why the chain's most devoted fans skip the banana display every time they shop.
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