Ann Mah

Ann Mah is an American food and travel writer and author. Her work primarily explores French cuisine, culture, and history, often highlighting the intricate connections between food, place, and historical context. Based between Washington D.C. and Paris, she is a regular contributor to The New York Times Travel section. Her articles also appear in publications such as The Washington Post, Condé Nast Traveler, and Vogue.com, consistently reflecting a deep Francophile sensibility. Beyond her journalistic contributions, Mah has authored several literary works that further explore French themes. These include the historical novels *The Lost Vintage*, a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller, and *Jacqueline in Paris*, both meticulously set within French historical narratives. She also wrote the food memoir *Mastering the Art of French Eating*, which chronicles her extensive culinary adventures across France – a journey prompted by her initial move to Paris. Her deep expertise in gastronomy and viticulture is rooted in a James Beard Foundation culinary scholarship, which led to studies in Bologna, Italy, and a Level 2 Award in Wine and Spirits from the WSET.