selected travel, food, and lifestyle writing

 
 

The Importance of Expanding Access to Safe Waters in Communities of Color

(Condé Nast Traveler) — Sept 2025

After decades of advocacy, two new urban planning projects in the US are bringing communities of color back to the water in meaningful ways.

In St. Croix, Carnival Can Be Queer

(Condé Nast Traveler) — March 2025

Exuberant and inclusive Carnival costumes—made and worn by queer folks—are breathing new life into the event’s festive, dissident spirit.

Pick Your Party

Range Best (Sun & Sand issue) — Sept 2025

From joyous street parties to celebrations of food and culture, find your fiesta with our guide to the travel season’s top Caribbean festivals.

Perpetual Feast

(Virtuoso, The Magazine) — July 2024

Finding lowkey celebration in Saint Lucia—and making it last long after

The Rainforest Café Is Still a Wildly Good Time

(Allrecipes) — April 2024

Thanks to Gen Z nostalgia and TikTok, the “eatertainment” icon is hanging in–and absolutely worth visiting.


The Story of Resilience behind Antigua’s Colorful Headties

(Virtuoso) — February 2024

Local stylist Celene Senhouse on the Afro-Antiguan accessory, plus the best island spots to visit. Part of Virtuoso’s “We Love the Caribbean” package.

How I Planned My Jamaica Carnival Trip — and What You Need to Know About the Caribbean Celebration

(Travel + Leisure) — May 2023

Learn more about how to plan a carnival trip that's both educational and respectful.

The Strange Pleasure of Planning a Post-Pandemic Vacation

(The Atlantic) — April 2020

For people hoping to travel after the crisis passes, Pinterest helps them envision a future that feels impossible to imagine right now.

Samin Nosrat Wants Everybody to Cook

(The Atlantic) — October 2018

The Bay Area chef believes that great food can be both beautiful and accessible. Her new Netflix series, based on her celebrated cookbook Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, might just help her deliver that message.