Michele Anna Jordan

Michele Anna Jordan is a seasoned freelance writer with a career spanning over three decades, beginning in 1986. Initially balancing culinary entrepreneurship as the chef and owner of Jaded Palate Catering, which concluded in 1997, Michele transitioned to full-time writing. Currently, Michele operates a Substack project focused on food and Sonoma County while also exploring various nonfiction narratives. As the owner of micheleannajordan.com since 2016, Michele showcases an extensive portfolio, including cooking resources and writings about Sonoma County. Previous roles include contributing writer for The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, host and producer for KRCB FM's Mouthful, and adjunct faculty in Culinary Arts at Santa Rosa Junior College. Michele's impactful writing extends to notable publications such as the San Francisco Chronicle and San Francisco Magazine, the latter earning a James Beard Award for a cover feature. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts with distinction from Sonoma State University and a certificate in World Cuisine and Cookery from Beringer Vineyards School for American Chefs.