Meet Our Contributors
Here in Reno-Tahoe we are blessed with an abundance of talented writers, photographers, and artists, and that just happens to be part of our mission: To present the extraordinary voices of Reno-Tahoe journalists and other creative types, and to coax from them the tales that don’t often get told. Through them you will find out about new products, thriving traditions, exciting food events, festivals, restaurants, and markets – all of the things that are helping to make us a true culinary destination.
Ali Dickson
Ali Dickson is a storyteller, local food advocate, and journalism master’s degree student at the University of Nevada, Reno who loves uncovering all the best local finds in the Reno-Tahoe area.
Barbara Twitchell
“Born and bred in the briar patch, that’s me!” With apologies to Br’er Rabbit, Barbara Twitchell says that statement aptly sums up the first 25 years of her life in Brooklyn, New York, which she credits for giving her fortitude, moxie, and a quirky sense of humor.
Brooke Reyes
Brooke Reyes has been a Reno-Sparks local for 35 years and a photographer for more than 10 years, having had a love for it from a young age.
Cheree Boteler
Cheree Boteler, a proud native Nevadan and alumna of the University of Nevada, Reno, is a visionary marketer and community advocate.
Christina Nellemann
Christina Nellemann is a Nevada native living in Washoe Valley.
Claire McArthur
Claire McArthur is a freelance writer and community garden fan who wholeheartedly believes in the mental health benefits of getting your hands in the dirt.
Claudia Cruz
Claudia Cruz is an award-winning journalist and editor, thoughtful leader, and instructor in journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno, focused on informing people about the intersecting impacts of culture, law, business, and technology on their communities.
David Rodriguez
David Rodriguez is a local freelance writer obsessed with food, Michelin stars, and Zalto stemware.
Donna Victor
A Miami native calling Reno home now, Donna Victor’s passion has been photography since she was a young child.
Engrid Barnett
Nevadan Engrid Barnett is an avid foodie who travels (and eats her way) regularly throughout The Silver State.
Gaby Moreno
Brooke Reyes has been a Reno-Sparks local for 35 years and a photographer for more than 10 years, having had a love for it from a young age.
Heidi Bethel
Having lived in Northern Nevada most of her life, Heidi Bethel relishes The Silver State’s transformation, including all the delightful foodie finds dotting the Sierra.
Jeff Freeman
Jeff Freeman blends an engineer’s precision with his artistic eye when it comes to his photographic craft.
Jessica Santina
Jessica Santina is the managing editor of edible Reno-Tahoe and a freelance writer and editor.
Josiah Hassler
Josiah Hassler is a local photographer who has spent more than 15 years capturing the natural beauty of the Reno-Tahoe area.
Lily Therens
Lily Therens is a designer, illustrator, and art director located in Sacramento.
Lou Manna
Lou Manna is an award-winning professional photographer from New York City, recognized as one of the Top 10 food photographers in the world.
Mary Claire Bouchér
Mary Claire Bouchér is a shamelessly proud third-generation Nevadan and has been a contributor to edible Reno-Tahoe since 2023.
Mike Henderson
Mike Henderson is a writer and videographer who appreciates the roles food, cooks, and cooking play in family, adventure, and great stories.
Mike Higdon
Mike Higdon recently launched Mike Higdon’s Storytelling Studio after 20 years of photojournalism, commercial photography, and publication design work.
Natasha Bourlin
Award-winning freelance writer Natasha Bourlin is a native Nevadan with a fervor for food, globetrotting, and the environment.
Nora Heston Tarte
Nora Heston Tarte is a long-time Reno resident living on the south side of town.
Olga Miller
Olga Miller is a freelance food and lifestyle photographer, recipe developer, and content creator.
Sandra Macias
Sandra Macias, a longtime Reno food writer, considers herself a semi-carnivore — prefers fish and lighter meals.
Sharon Honig-Bear
Throw in large helpings of family, travel, food, celebrations, and fireworks — then add a dash of writing, photography, the arts, and Reno history — and you just might find a clone of Sharon Honig-Bear.
Shaun Hunter
Freelance photographer Shaun Hunter cites sneaking into a Shakira concert as one of his achievements of which he’s proudest.
Shea Evans
Shea Evans is a former professional chef turned commercial photographer.
Sophia Marie Pappas
Sophia Marie Pappas operates Studio PDP, her illustration and letterpress studio located in Pittsburgh, Penn.
Susan Winters
Susan Winters believes in the sanctity of a shared meal as well as the restorative powers of a freshly baked blondie.