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Kristen Hawley

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Kristen Hawley journalist

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Kristen Hawley is a freelance writer and founder of Expedite, a weekly restaurant technology newsletter. In addition to Fine Dining Lovers, her recent work on restaurant technology has been featured in Eater, Food & Wine, and Insider. When she's not writing, you can find her chasing two toddlers and an Australian shepherd around San Francisco and counting the minutes until it’s safe to get on a plane again. Planned future destinations include Singapore, Chiang Mai, Lyon, and her former hometown of New York City.

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What It Takes for a Korean Restaurant to Earn MICHELIN Stars in New York
Chef Chang-ho Shin moved Joo Ok from Seoul to Manhattan and rebuilt the restaurant from the ground up without losing the philosophy that earned it MICHELIN acclaim.
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The Great Nosh Returns to Governors Island
A one-day festival celebrating Jewish culinary culture returns to New York with exclusive restaurant collaborations, live demos, music, and picnic-style dining on Governors Island.
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Cooking by Feel: Trevor Moran of Locust

Trevor Moran is the chef of Locust in Nashville, where his approach to cooking emphasizes instinct, seasonality, and a close connection to his team and guests. In his own words, Moran talks about how the city has shaped his restaurant, his...

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Honor Mom with Family Recipes from Chef Becky Lin
The Lin & Daughters chef-owner shares her mother’s wonton soup recipe and peanut noodles passed down from her grandmother.
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The Most Talked-About Dishes in Los Angeles – April 2026
From sought-after pastas to cult-favorite drops, these dishes defined Los Angeles dining in April.
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