Brett McKenzie

Contributing Writer
Brett Ashley McKenzie - Brett Ashley McKenzie
Brett Ashley McKenzie - Brett Ashley McKenzie

Brett Ashley McKenzie is a regular contributing writer for The Huffington Post, covering politics, business, style, and Chicago. She has also published articles on travel with National Geographic Traveler, and recently completed a project for National Geographic's forthcoming "Personal Explorer," writing six full-length tours of the city of Chicago, including reviews of restaurants, shops, tourist attractions, and accommodations citywide.

Brett graduated with honors from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She is honored to have received one Suite101 "Editor's Choice" award for her story "Saving Parking Spaces in Winter: Is Holding a Shoveled-Out Spot a Do or a Don't?"

Latest Articles

Four Great Wines to Bring to Thanksgiving Dinner
When going to Thanksgiving dinner as a guest, one must bring a gift for the host, who has spent the day fussing over the turkey & fixings. Great wine makes a great gift.
Oct 23, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
Fight Cold & Flu Season in Your Freezer
Since the 12th century, the healing properties of a certain homemade remedy have been touted and trusted in the face of colds, coughs and flus: chicken soup.
Oct 15, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
3 Ways to Make Coach Air Travel More Pleasant
Though airlines nickel and dime coach passengers for every conceivable comfort, travelers don't have to suffer the non-existent leg room, lackluster food and bad movies.
Jun 6, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
Common Sense Precautions for Avoiding Swine Flu
"How can the swine flu be avoided? Is it treatable? Do I need a mask?" Answers to these questions and more, as well as tips and resources on the swine flu outbreak.
Apr 30, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
The Best Wines to Sip for Spring & Summer
Spring & summer are perceived as the seasons of frozen cocktails and frosty beers. However, wine makes the perfect (and affordable) pairing for warmer days and BBQ fare.
Apr 29, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Bracketology
When filling out a bracket for the 2009 NCAA Men's College Basketball Championship, use these tips and tools to maximize your winning potential.
Mar 15, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
Make Mouthwatering Ribs All Year Round
Babyback ribs strike many as a summer meat to grilled over charcoal in the backyard. However, the most tender, flavorful ribs can be cooked in an oven, year-round.
Feb 27, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
The BBC's Top 100 Best-Loved Novels
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Big Read survey, launched in April 2003, was initiated to determine the United Kingdom's "best-loved novel."
Feb 23, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
The Top Five Women's Status Handbags
Exceptionally made, undeniably stylish, and priced accordingly, the following five bags are on every savvy fashionista's wishlist.
Feb 20, 2009 - Brett McKenzie
Your 2009 Denim Resolution
Tapered jeans, "mom" jeans, and jeans with stirrups aren't the only denim disasters to avoid - a bad fit is an equally alarming fashion faux pas.
Feb 16, 2009 - Brett McKenzie