You can often find Melissa exploring the roots of cultures and what makes them unique in this big old world of ours. Her main beats are food, beverage, music, outdoors, festivals and even a bit of luxury (this one came as a complete surprise to her. Hey! She's a sucker for nice sheets.)
She's written for national publications such as Tasting Table, Food and Wine Magazine, Lonely Planet, Matador, AAA Explorer, Craft Beer Magazine, Travel Channel, USA Today, and Edible Communities. Some of her favorite regional bylines are Luxe Lifestyle Magazine, Nashville Lifestyles, StyleBlueprint, The Leaf-Chronicle and Edible Door County. She also has a regular Midday cooking/travel segment on WBKO, an ABC affiliate.