We use cookies for certain features and to improve your experience. See our Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy to learn more

Leafly

Shop legal, local weed.

Open
advertise on Leafly
ShopDeliveryDispensariesDealsStrainsBrandsProductsCBDDoctorsCannabis 101Social impact
  • Sign in
  • Create account
  • Strains
  • Shop
  • Shop
  • Delivery
  • Deals
  • Dispensaries
  • CBD Stores
  • Brands
  • Products
  • Learn
  • Cannabis 101
  • News
  • Leafly Learn
  • Science of cannabis
  • Doctors
  • Social impact
  • Lab partners
  • Download the Leafly App
  • Advertise on Leafly
    • Leafly.comUSA flag
    • Leafly.caCanadian flag
    • Leafly.deGerman flag
  • Help
  1. Home
  2. News
  3. Elise McDonough
  4. Page 2
  • News
  • Lifestyle
  • Strains & products
  • Industry
  • Growing
  • Health
  • Science & tech
  • Leafly USA
  • Podcasts
  • Learn
Elise McDonough
Elise McDonough
Elise McDonough is a cannabis edibles expert and author of the Bong Appétit cookbook and The Official High Times Cannabis Cookbook, and Leafly's Product Specialist for Northern California. A veteran of the cannabis industry since 2002, McDonough has sampled over 500 edibles as a judge for the Cannabis Cup.

44 total articles - Page 2 of 5

  • Bloom Farm's Michael Ray has donated one million meals to California food banks. (Courtesy of Kelly Ginn)

    Smoke Good, Do Good With These Cannabis Products That Give Back

    Elise McDonough - Published on April 26, 2019

    Feed the needy, help veterans, heal cancer patients, and more with these vape pens, flower buds, and edibles.

    Read more
  • With legalization, California edibles are pure, precision-dosed, and affordable. (Photo by Elise McDonough for Leafly)q

    California’s 6 Sweetest Edibles Under $5

    Elise McDonough - Published on April 26, 2019

    Sample Dollar Dose lozenges, Altai chocolate coins, Soul Sugar jellies, and Lazy 8 caramels without denting your bank account.

    Read more
  • (Elise Mcdonough for Leafly)

    Quitting Cigarettes? Joints Rolled With CBD Might Help

    Elise McDonough - Published on April 24, 2019

    Mellow pre-rolls from Toast, Prism, Willie’s Reserve, Marley Natural, Herba Buena, and Henry’s Originals could blunt nicotine cravings.

    Read more
  • 420 Numerology: Comedian Ngaio Bealum, legalization leader Amanda Reiman, and Jeff the 420 Chef sound off on 420's meaning. (Leafly)

    What Does 4/20 Mean to You? We Asked 12 Cannabis Leaders

    Elise McDonough - Published on April 16, 2019

    Holiday or protest? Too commercial or nicely turnt up? Cannabis luminaries weigh in on this year’s fragrant celebration.

    Read more
  • Go grab these limited edition award-winners at a club near you. (Elise McDonough for Leafly)

    Tasted It! Leafly Tries the World’s Hottest Cannabis Debut

    Elise McDonough - Published on April 5, 2019

    Go grab Orange Creamsicle, Velvet Purps, Double OG Chem, and more from Flow Kana’s Limited Edition this April.

    Read more
  • These Investors Are Looking for Women-Led Cannabis Companies

    Elise McDonough - Published on April 1, 2019

    By adding organic-culture superstar Maria Rodale, Treehouse Global Ventures expands its mainstream cannabis clout. Meet the women funding the next cannabiz breakouts.

    Read more
  • (Courtesy OLO)

    Hot New Cannabis Products Promise Precise Effects

    Elise McDonough - Published on March 22, 2019

    Choose your own adventure with these futuristic, effect-specific must-buys from OLO, Level, and other Cali brands.

    Read more
  • Honey, Meet Pot: Tea up some sick time with an infused hot drink. (Courtesy of Jennifer Skog)

    Now You Can Fight the Flu — With Cannabis!

    Elise McDonough - Published on February 21, 2019

    Atlas Edibles drinks, infused HoneyPot, Jade nectar tinctures, and more products to survive the ravages of flu season.

    Read more
  • Your Mileage May Vary: Humboldt Apothecary’s Love Potion #7 draws on several herbs with aphrodisiac qualities. (Humboldt Apothecary)

    Hot Cannabis Valentine’s Day Gifts of California

    Elise McDonough - Published on February 13, 2019

    Grab cannabis aphrodisiac sprays, edibles, lubes, and more for Valentine’s Day with this product guide to California.

    Read more
  • Now’s the time to buy seeds & clones for a spring 2019 outdoor garden in California. (Courtesy Jennifer Cole / Dark Heart Nursery)

    The Best California Dispensaries to Buy Cannabis Seeds & Clones

    Elise McDonough - Published on January 15, 2019

    Get started growing a pound of your favorite strain this year by shopping the world’s biggest legal genetics market — the Golden State.

    Read more
12345


Stay In Touch

Receive updates on new products, special offers, and industry news.

Something went wrong, please try again.

By providing us with your email address, you agree to Leafly’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Leafly mobile app
Get high for less.
Download the Leafly app.
Download Leafly: Marijuana Reviews on the App StoreDownload Leafly Marijuana Reviews on Google Play

Business Solutions
  • List your store
  • List your CBD store
  • List your brand
  • List your practice
  • Business log in

About Leafly
  • About us
  • Careers
  • Newsroom
  • Investor relations
  • Contact us
  • FAQs
  • Accessibility

Dispensaries in
  • Los Angeles
  • Seattle
  • Portland
  • San Francisco
  • Toronto
  • Detroit

Privacy & Terms
  • Terms of use
  • Commercial terms of use
  • Privacy policy
  • Do not sell my personal information

* Statements made on this website have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Information provided by this website or this company is not a substitute for individual medical advice.


© 2025 Leafly, LLC
Leafly and the Leafly logo are registered trademarks of Leafly, LLC. All Rights Reserved.