Deirdre Michalski is a travel and culinary writer covering topics near and far. She explores new local restaurants, activities, interviews chefs, lifestyle adventures and enjoys discovering intriguing travel destinations and the oldest restaurants around the globe. Deirdre writes for her own web site, Tastes & Travel, as well as other publications, including Newport Beach Lifestyle Magazine and is an active member in two organizations: International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), and She's Wonderful - Women In Travel.  When not tied to her Ipad, or traveling, she can be found in her garden, in the kitchen, researching her next trip, or on the bike paths along the Pacific coast.