Paige Hughes - The Takeout

Location

Orange County, CA

School

Southern Methodist University, Chapman University

Expertise

Trader Joe's, Snack foods, Food and pop culture

In 2020, Paige created a wellness and self-care zine that gained over 1,000 followers on Instagram.
She has watched every season of Hell's Kitchen — it's her favorite culinary TV show.
Paige enjoys cooking simple recipes she finds online, often exploring chicken and fish dishes.

Experience

Copywriting and copy editing have been central to Paige's life for eight years. As a journalism student at Southern Methodist University and Chapman University, she expanded her knowledge of the editorial world — most notably as an Online Dining Editorial Intern at D Magazine in 2018. This introduced her to the world of food reporting and writing and allowed her to sharpen her skills as a compelling journalist. Paige's subsequent experience as a Public Relations Intern for both Nékter Juice Bar and Babes Who Create gave her insight into additional aspects of publishing, advertising, and communication. An avid fan of culinary TV, Paige especially enjoys watching cooking competitions and keeps up to date with food trends in pop culture. She also shops at Trader Joe's weekly and loves trying new items in stock.

Education

Paige began her education at Southern Methodist University in 2016, where she pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. She later transferred to Chapman University in an effort to earn a Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in Journalism. Despite taking a pause in her education, Paige plans to return to school in the fall of 2025 to complete her degree.

The Takeout Editorial Policies

The Takeout’s industry-leading editorial coverage is the result of collaboration between writers and editors with a wide array of experience and expertise in the world of food and drink. Every article is fact-checked by our team of editors to ensure accuracy. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information.

Our mission is to both inform and entertain our readers, telling them everything they want to know (and more) about food. We strive to always provide a well-rounded reading experience, bringing both the biggest food news of the day and a break from the news. Additional information on our editorial process available here.

Stories By Paige Hughes

The Early 2000s Food Network Star Whose Promising Career Ended With A Prison Sentence

This once-popular Food Network chef had a positive, sunny image on television, but after the end of his show, his life descended into darkness.
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One Of President Obama's Favorite Dishes Is The 'Simplest Meal Of All Time'

When Barack Obama and Anthony Bourdain dined together in Vietnam, Obama reminisced about one of his favorite meals from his childhood in Indonesia.
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Machete Quesadillas: What Makes This Mexican Street Food Unique?

Quesadillas are already delicious, but the machete variety takes everything you love and supersizes it. Here's what makes this Mexico City specialty unique.
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The Uber Umami Instant Soup Keke Palmer Keeps In Her Purse

Keke Palmer is just like us: She needs a snack on hand at all times. But instead of just a bag of chips or a bar, she packs something more flavorful in her bag.
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How To Grab Your Favorite Buc-Ee's Snacks Online

People who live outside of the part of the country that is blessed with Buc-ee's might think they can never experience the chain's snacks, but there is a way.
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The Best Place To Store Dinner Plates Isn't Your Kitchen Cabinets

The cabinets seem like the obvious place to store plates, but what if there's a better way? This alternative storage spot has aesthetic and practical benefits.
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Billie Jean King's Fridge Contents Are Hilariously Relatable

Billie Jean King is an icon in the world of sports, but her fridge is probably a lot more relatable to the average person than you would expect.
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The Savory Ingredient That Transforms Traditional S'mores Into A Unique Treat

S'mores are traditionally cloyingly sweet. However, adding this savory ingredient makes a classic s'more a complex, grown-up eating experience.
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The First Known Ice Cream Flavor Wasn't Vanilla Or Chocolate

Ice cream's history goes back much longer than you would expect, and the very first flavor was something you'd be unlikely to see at a modern scoop shop.
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Why You Should Avoid Ordering Virgin Margaritas At Mexican Restaurants

For those who avoid alcohol, a virgin margarita might seem tempting, but trust us: There are better nonalcoholic Mexican beverages out there.
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This Boozy Blue Lemonade Is So Refreshing You'll Want To Sip It All Summer

This lemonade is bright blue, but the hue doesn't come from blueberries. Find out how to make this refreshing cocktail and you'll be the star of every BBQ.
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This Popular Gummy Worms Candy Brand Has A Tricky Flavor

People on social media have been shocked and horrified to discover that this popular type of gummy worm isn't the flavor they thought it was.
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