About Me
I didn’t exactly go the “typical” dietitian route. I knew my “dream job” (other than being a Ben & Jerry’s taste tester or Michelin star restaurant reviewer) would be one that combines food and journalism, so after graduating from Boston University and completing my dietetic internship at Keene State College in New Hampshire (#livefreeordie), I took a step back from the clinical/counseling world and turned my attention toward editorial.
After two separate internships at America's Test Kitchen, I accepted a job on the book team, learning the ins and outs of the publishing world and establishing a solid culinary foundation. I had always considered ATK the “gold standard” when it came to test kitchen methodology, recipe development, and product testing, so becoming a part of this team was an honor. Seeing my name in a published cookbook–after months of hard work–was such a rewarding, worth-the-wait moment.
“A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand.”
Next, I pivoted from cookbooks to meal kits, working on the culinary/recipe development team at Home Chef. I’ve had the privilege of working alongside talented chefs and so many others at this impressive test kitchen, while honing my recipe writing, copy editing, and project management skills. Home Chef has grown and advanced considerably since I started in 2018, and it’s exciting to be a part of a constantly-evolving, forward-thinking company. Although Home Chef’s corporate office is in Chicago, I work remotely from the D.C.-area.
But that’s not all, folks. I like to stay busy. In my spare time, I’m also a freelance writer and recipe tester. Over the last ~8 years, I’ve had stories published by Eater, Reviewed (USA Today), EatingWell, Martha Stewart, The Spruce Eats, Bethesda Magazine, and Northern Virginia Magazine (a mix of online and print). Although I largely focus on culinary writing, I enjoy occasionally branching out into more general lifestyle, health/fitness, and travel topics.
Select photos taken by Ryan Ladd.
“Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.”
I am always open to new opportunities, so please reach out if you’re interested in learning more about me and/or if you think I’d be a good fit for an upcoming project.
