Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé is a passionate and voraciously hungry home cook and eater. She's been writing about food in all its forms since 2014 and is a big believer that anyone can and should love to cook. Experience Maddy has worked as a contributing writer since 2020, during which time she has contributed to national titles like Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, and Vinepair, as well as local publications like the Philadelphia Inquirer and Eater, Las Vegas.Prior to 2020, Maddy worked at Philadelphia Magazine, where she managed the magazine's digital food vertical and social media channels. Before coming to Philadelphia, she worked at Food & Wine magazine, contributing to print and digital, testing recipes, and supporting the print staff in producing an award-winning publication. Education Maddy attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in American studies and food studies with a minor in journalism. She wrote an honors thesis about the cultural and historical significance of American barbecue, which was recognized with highest honors. About Food & Wine Food & Wine, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning online resource for anyone passionate about the culinary world. With rigorously tested recipes and the most trusted restaurant, drinks, culinary travel and home coverage, we inspire and empower people everywhere to discover, create, and devour the best in food and wine. Learn more about us and our editorial process.