Angela Perez

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Location
Wilmington, NC
School
Duke University, NC State University
Expertise
Food Culture Trends, U.S. Southern Cuisine, Culinary Tourism
  • Angela has written about food and studied culinary arts and culture for over ten years. Though she has eaten glorious cuisines and culinary works of art worldwide, "traditional" Southern cooking remains her favorite (she cannot live without biscuits, hushpuppies, collard greens, and fried okra). Her focus on the U.S. South, particularly its foodways and food culture, is about more than just promoting regional tourism and stimulating community economic growth. It's about sharing a part of her identity, history, and values through her blog "Speaking of the South." Angela's interests extend beyond the culinary. With over a decade of experience as a consulting writer, editor, and communications director, she collaborates with clients on persuasive storytelling for various marketing campaigns, enhancing brand awareness and customer engagement. She is an avid scuba diver and birdwatcher, finding solace and inspiration in nature. Her love for music is also a significant part of her life — Queens of the Stone Age is her favorite band of all time. She plans to attend at least four shows on their current tour for their newest record, In Times New Roman.

Experience

Angela has written about food and studied culinary arts and culture for over ten years. Though she has eaten glorious cuisines and culinary works of art worldwide, "traditional" Southern cooking remains her favorite (she cannot live without biscuits, hushpuppies, collard greens, and fried okra). Her focus on the U.S. South, particularly its foodways and food culture, is about more than just promoting regional tourism and stimulating community economic growth. It's about sharing a part of her identity, history, and values through her blog "Speaking of the South." Angela's interests extend beyond the culinary. With over a decade of experience as a consulting writer, editor, and communications director, she collaborates with clients on persuasive storytelling for various marketing campaigns, enhancing brand awareness and customer engagement. She is an avid scuba diver and birdwatcher, finding solace and inspiration in nature. Her love for music is also a significant part of her life — Queens of the Stone Age is her favorite band of all time. She plans to attend at least four shows on their current tour for their newest record, In Times New Roman.

Education

Angela holds a master's from Duke University, where she concentrated on Russian, Slavic, and East European studies. Her bachelor's degree in English is from N.C. State University.
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