Melissa Richter

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Location
USA & Thailand
School
Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (SIUE), Concordia University in Chicago
Expertise
Asian Food, Wine, Spirits, American Food
  • Melissa Richter is an American copywriter and editor with more than 10 years of experience working in Thailand and internationally.
  • Melissa has professional experience writing blogs, websites, advertorials, and press releases for high-profile international clients. Their resumé includes positions as a copyeditor, PR manager, digital content creator, and marketing manager.
  • Melissa has been published in many prestigious international magazines as a freelance food and travel writer in the USA, Thailand, Australia, and the U.K.

Experience

Melissa is a passionate foodie, wine lover, and connoisseur of gourmet travel and world cuisine. Born in Ohio, yet raised in California and Hawaii, they have traveled all over the world in search of amazing food. Melissa has met and interviewed many world-renowned chefs and delights in discovering the history behind the food we eat while showcasing the food producers and people "behind" the plate.

Education

Melissa has a Master's degree in Social Work and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology/Psychology. They worked their way through college as a corporate and leisure travel agent for very large organizations in the USA, and spent time working as a flight attendant.

Mashed Editorial Policies

Mashed’s industry-leading coverage is created by qualified and experienced writers, and is reviewed and fact-checked by our editorial team to ensure everything is accurate and timely. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information.

Our mission is to inform and engage our readers, telling them things they need to know, things they want to know, and things they didn't know they wanted to know about food. We strive to always provide a well-rounded reading experience, whether that’s the news of the day or a new original recipe you can try making at home. In an effort to provide the most comprehensive, current, and accurate content, our editorial team constantly reviews and updates articles as necessary. Additional information on our editorial process available here.

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