Laura discovered her love of baking growing up alongside two grandmothers and a mom who loved baking and cooking. They unknowingly established the importance of food and cooking in Laura’s life. Growing up outside Philadelphia, she had access to great restaurants, and her dad took her to many. Prior to joining the EatingWell team, Laura traveled throughout the United States, and to England, Poland, Australia, New Zealand, and Anguilla to check out different cultures and food. Laura lives in Vermont with her husband, son, daughter, and schnauzer. Laura enjoys biking with her family, seeking food experiences with her kids and husband, walking her dog Blue, and finding the best maple creemees.