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Kirsten Nunez

http://www.k-nunez.com
Bio
Kirsten is a lifestyle writer at Bustle, where she covers health, fitness, food, and crafts. At Bustle, she primarily writes recipe roundups, original recipes, and DIY listicles based on seasonal and holiday themes. In addition to Bustle, Kirsten’s bylines have appeared on eHow, VegNews, Healthline, Verily Magazine, and Brit + Co. She has also contributed DIY projects to magazines around the world, including Cosmopolitan India and Allure South Korea. In 2014, she published a DIY book, Studs & Pearls: 30 Creative Projects for Customized Fashion (Laurence King Publishing Ltd.). Kirsten has a Master of Science in Nutrition and Bachelor of Science in Dietetics. Kirsten's life revolves around the very topics she writes about. She spends her free time dreaming up new recipes, sewing one too many potholders, and getting her sweat on in spin or boxing class. Kirsten lives in Beacon, New York. To learn more about her work, visit www.k-nunez.com.

13 Halloween Costumes For You & Your Squad That Are So Easy To Put Together

We all know what it's like to make decisions with a large group of people. From dinner plans to party dates, doing anything can end up being harder than it should be. And while choosing an easy group costume for Halloween can be just as daunting, a…
By Kirsten Nunez

15 Matching Halloween Costumes For You & Your Dog That Are Just Too Freakin' Cute

If you’re a dog owner, Halloween is probably one of your favorite holidays. I mean, is there anything cuter than dressing up your furry friend? No, I think not. And while it’s always fun to dress up with other people, nothing tops matching dog and…
By Kirsten Nunez

This Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Will Pair Great With Your PSL

Now that it’s finally autumn, it’s time to relish in the comforting flavor of pumpkin. But before you make a pumpkin pie or three, give this pumpkin spice chocolate chip cookies recipe a shot. It’s an awesome way to transform a classic treat into a…
By Kirsten Nunez

13 Halloween Party Decorations You Can Get For Under $11

It's that time of the year again: Halloween is creeping up to us, which means it's time to start thinking about costumes, treats, and, of course, parties. Besides, what better way to enjoy costumes and treats than to throw a Halloween party? But…
By Kirsten Nunez

5 Signs You Might Be Allergic To Dairy

A dairy allergy is a tricky thing. It’s one of the most common allergies in children — but some people don’t grow out of it. Plus, since our bodies are constantly changing, it never hurts to look for signs that you’re allergic to dairy. But first,…
By Kirsten Nunez

11 Best Travel Journals For Documenting Your Next Adventure

What's your favorite way to document travel memories? If you're like most people, your answer probably involves social media. After all, capturing special moments on the internet has become the norm. And while this is an awesome way to share those…
By Kirsten Nunez

19 Punny Mother’s Day Greeting Cards You Still Have Time To Get

With Mother’s Day around the corner, it’s time to celebrate the moms and maternal figures in our life. Greeting cards, of course, are a traditional option — but why settle for an ordinary drugstore card? Your mother deserves something way cooler,…
By Kirsten Nunez

11 Affordable Mother’s Day Activity Ideas That Your Mom Will Love

Mother's Day is a lot of things. It's special, meaningful, and a pretty big deal. It's also a day to thank your mom for everything she's ever done for you. Ultimately, Mother's Day is an opportunity to treat your mama like a queen. But what happens…
By Kirsten Nunez

21 Galentine’s Day 2019 Cards You Can Still Order For Your Besties

With Feb. 13 around the corner, it’s almost time to celebrate the best holiday of the year: Galentine’s Day. The wonderful occasion — which takes place the day before Valentine’s Day, fittingly — is the day to honor all of the badass babes in your…
By Kirsten Nunez

11 Party Ideas That Are Anti-Valentine’s Day For When You Just Can’t With Romance

With Feb. 14 around the corner, it’s almost time to boycott one of the most dreaded holidays: Valentine’s Day. I mean, let’s face it — the day is notorious for placing pressure on both singles and couples and alike. Not cool, right? If you can’t…
By Kirsten Nunez

15 Alcohol-Free Drink Ideas To Celebrate Valentine’s Day With

Traditionally, Valentine’s Day revolves around chocolate, roses, and more chocolate. And if you want to wine and dine with a special someone, it might also call for an alcoholic drink or two. But hey, who says you need to drink booze to celebrate…
By Kirsten Nunez

This Lemon Cake Recipe For One Person Is Adorable & Easy To Make

In the world of baked goods, lemon cake is a refreshing alternative to the typical chocolate or vanilla cake. And while I'm always down for a slice of this delicious treat, it simply doesn't make sense to bake a full cake just for myself. I mean,…
By Kirsten Nunez

How To Make A Coffee Cake For Just Yourself In 20 Minutes

As a child, I always thought coffee cake was made with actual coffee. I mean, it was delicious, so it had to contain coffee, right? Sure enough, I eventually learned that coffee cake is simply meant to be eaten with coffee — but that didn't stop me…
By Kirsten Nunez

This Recipe For A Single Christmas Cookie Is Adorable AND Festive

Is it just me, or does it feel like Christmas isn’t complete without cookies? I mean, sure — there are countless desserts to make during the holiday season that are totally fitting of the time period, from pecan pie to bread pudding. Yet, I can’t…
By Kirsten Nunez

This Recipe For Honey-Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Is Going To Be Your New Thanksgiving Go-To

As a child, you probably hated a lot of things: brushing your teeth, having a bedtime, and eating vegetables. Yet, as an adult, all of those things can be filed under "self-care," and I am so here for it. Take Brussels sprouts, for example. Growing…
By Kirsten Nunez

13 Quotes About Gratitude To Use In Your Thanksgiving Toast This Year

When it comes to holidays, Thanksgiving is one of the coziest of them all. First, it takes place before the wild gift-giving rush, allowing us to actually relax and veg out without the impending holiday burnout. And even though it’s usually chilly…
By Kirsten Nunez

This Recipe For Vegan Pumpkin Chili Is All You Need This Winter

Now that it’s finally autumn, all I want to do is curl up with a bowl of savory and hearty chili. The only problem? Most recipes make enough chili to feed a crowd. This can be tricky if you live alone and don't want a bunch of leftovers, or if you…
By Kirsten Nunez

9 Spooky Wine & Cheese Pairings To Help You Celebrate Halloween In The Fanciest Way

We all know that Halloween is the best time to enjoy your favorite sweets and treats. But when you’re all about that wine-and-cheese life, it also means that you can spoil yourself a little more than usual. I mean, there are so many amazing spooky…
By Kirsten Nunez

15 Last-Minute DIY Halloween Candy Ideas You Still Have Time To Make

We all know that Halloween is about candy, costumes, and more candy. And while you can easily stroll into a store and buy a bag of fun-sized treats, there’s something so special about DIY Halloween candy ideas. It’s an awesome way to experiment with…
By Kirsten Nunez

16 Vegan Halloween Candy Ideas That Everyone Will Enjoy

I think we can all agree that Halloween is the best time to treat your sweet tooth. However, if you follow a vegan lifestyle, the spooky holiday is especially exciting. It offers the perfect excuse to make and share DIY vegan Halloween candy recipes…
By Kirsten Nunez