Carlos C. Olaechea

Carlos C. Olaechea

Title: Contributing Writer

Location: Hollywood, Florida

Education: B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology, Florida International University
- M.L.A. in Gastronomy, Boston University

Expertise: Food culture, foodways, the Americas
- Graduate certificate in Sustainable Tourism Development from Boston University Metropolitan College
- 20+ years' experience in food writing

Experience

Carlos C. Olaechea has over 20 years of experience writing exclusively about food. He has been published in numerous American media outlets, along with academic publications. In addition to writing, he is a traveling guest lecturer, presenter and instructor focusing on foodways, cooking and culinary tourism.

Carlos is proudly neurodivergent and is passionate about educating others on neurodivergence, spreading awareness about the unique challenges we face, and advocating for reasonable accommodations in the workplace.

About EatingWell

EatingWell, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, has been publishing award-winning journalism about food, nutrition and sustainability since 1990. Our mission is to share flavor-packed recipes from around the world, celebrating fresh ingredients and the farmers, artisans and chefs who bring them to our table. Through science-backed nutrition advice and smart stories about sustainability, we help readers live their best lives. Learn more about us and our editorial process.

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