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Mackenzie Schieck

location-pin Seattle, WA

School: Western Washington University

Expertise: food news; grocery shopping; food trends; home decor

Mackenzie Schieck

  • 20 years of experience in lifestyle and food writing
  • Founder of the food blog, Pine and Crave
  • Owner of Schieck Spaces, an interior design and styling company

Experience

Mackenzie has been working in digital media, specifically in food and lifestyle, for nearly 20 years. She freelances for sites like Taste of Home, Allrecipes, Apartment Therapy, Amazon Home and more. Besides writing, Mackenzie has also honed the crafts of recipe development and photography, and styles both food and interiors. She turned her passion for home styling into a company in 2023. At Schieck Spaces in Seattle, she offers interior design and styling services. When she’s not busy designing homes, Mackenzie is still creating recipes, finding the best lattes and making marshmallows.

Education

Western Washington University, bachelor's in English, writing emphasis

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Articles & Recipes

Slow-Cooker Korean Beef

This slow-cooker Korean beef recipe is extremely versatile and a cinch to prepare. Serve it over steamed rice or wrap it in a tortilla for a Korean taco.

Slow-Cooker Chicken and Rice

This slow-cooker chicken and rice is healthy, budget-friendly and quick to prepare.

Slow-Cooker Chicken Casserole

You'll need 10 minutes of prep time to make this Crockpot chicken casserole. Your trusty slow cooker will do the rest.