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Elle Wignall
Dining/Features Reporter
Elle Wignall covered food and dining in Des Moines and the metro. Elle graduated from the University of Iowa and is pursuing a master's degree in food studies from Boston University. A native of Iowa, Elle enjoys trying new dining experiences around the state, bringing her pup to dog-friendly patios, and daydreaming about the return of the Iowa State Fair.