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Bridget Shirvell

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Covers:  travel, social media, sustainable food, local food movement, food producers, food and agriculture policy, small business, ecotravel

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Bridget Shirvell’s Biography

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Bridget Shirvell is a Long Island based multimedia journalist reporting on a variety of issues including environmental issues, food, travel, local politics and small businesses.

She has written articles for national magazines and newspapers, including La Cucina Italiana, Condé Nast Traveler’s The Daily Traveler, Rye Patch and Stonington-Mystic Patch, OZOlife, The Green Fork and Hellawella.

She holds a B.A. in Political Science from The George Washington University, a Master of Science in Journ…

Bridget Shirvell’s Journalist Portfolio

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Porcini

Porcini

Across Italy, porcini are considered the king of mushrooms and are nearly an addiction, sought out for their …

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Watch Hill's Ocean House Reborn

Watch Hill's Ocean House Reborn

Summers on the shore, black-tie affairs, decked out ballrooms—the glorious yellow hotel known as the Ocean Ho…

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From 'Molly of Denali' to the 'Octonauts': How children's TV is taking on the climate crisis

From 'Molly of Denali' to the 'Octonauts': How children's TV is taking on the climate crisis

Avoiding the topic of climate change with children can do more harm than good, experts say, because they like…

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Old clothes are nearly impossible to recycle. What if you could throw them in a compost pile?

Old clothes are nearly impossible to recycle. What if you could throw them in a compost pile?

A slate of brands are launching lines of biodegradable clothing. But there's still a lot of work to do.

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Dip your toes into forest bathing

Dip your toes into forest bathing

"Forest bathing"-the term for immersing oneself in nature-offers health benefits to adults and children alike…

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The Enduring Magic of Children’s Gardens

The Enduring Magic of Children’s Gardens

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Articles

Rose, lavender, and other floral drinks are trending-here’s how to get them right

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Rose, Lavender, and Other Floral Drinks Are Trending—Here’s How to Get Them Right

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Floral drinks are a delightful way to elevate your daily rituals with sensory-rich, nature-inspired flavors. • Flavors like lavender and rose are versatile but require balance to avoid overpowering or soapy notes. • Experimenting with floral drinks at home is easy—start small and pair flavors with complementary ingredients like citrus or honey.
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Rose, Lavender, and Other Floral Drinks Are Trending—Here’s How to Get Them Right

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| Martha Stewart Living
Credit: Getty Images Key Takeaways Floral drinks are a delightful way to elevate your daily rituals with sensory-rich, nature-inspired flavors. Flavors like lavender and rose are versatile but require balance to avoid overpowering or soapy notes. Experimenting with floral drinks at home is easy—start small and pair flavors with complementary ingredients like citrus or honey.
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Interview

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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, but just to play around with one.

What's your favorite social network?

At the moment Instagram, but my favorite really depends on the day.

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

Yes, I started off as a general reporter and after two years became the editor.

Awards

Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month

2013

Each month, the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce highlights a member business deserving of special recognition.

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Connecticut Agricultural Journalism Award

2011 - Online Journalism

The Awards recognize excellence in reporting on agricultural issues published or broadcast in the state during the previous calendar year.

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