Selected Stories

  • Wherever You Go, Eat at the Hot Dog Stand

    For Condé Nast Traveler, I wrote about what a hot dog stand can tell you about a place and its people.

  • Wonderbird Spirits Distills the Flavors of Mississippi

    For American Weekender, I wrote about how a gin goes from rice fields to glass.

  • Chicago’s 50 Best Restaurants

    For Chicago magazine, I edited and contributed to this package naming the top spots to eat in town.

  • To Understand Chicago, Drink at Its Essential Taverns

    For Punch, I wrote about Chicago’s classic bars.

  • At Buffalo's Southern Junction, Texas Traditions Meet Indian Influence

    For American Weekender, I profiled pitmaster Ryan Fernandez, who has something fresh to say about barbecue.

  • The Line Between the Coffee Shop and the Cocktail Bar Has Never Been Blurrier

    For Food & Wine, I explored how baristas are tapping craft cocktail techniques.

  • What Is the Difference Between a Cocktail and a Mixed Drink?

    For Food & Wine, I dug into the differences between the two terms.

  • Brochu’s Family Tradition Explores the Modern South

    For American Weekender, I wrote about how this Savannah restaurant taps into the region.

  • Seahorse Offers a Tour of Coastal Drinking Traditions

    For American Weekender, I wrote about the standout Charleston bar.