Hayley Daen

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Education: University of Westminster

Expertise: Baking, Restaurant Reviews, Travel

Hayley is a writer, baker, and traveler.
Former food editor for Soho Revue and copywriter for The Cold Pressed Juicery.
Worked as a chef's assistant to Nathalie Dupree.

Experience

South Carolina bred, UK educated and Netherlands enthused, Hayley Daen has an insatiable hunger for travel and, of course, all things delicious. A traveler as seasoned as her cast iron skillet, she always knows the best spots for a tasty bite or a cheeky glass.

Hayley holds a Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Westminster. She has been the food editor for Soho Revue, copywriter for The Cold Pressed Juicery, and a chef's assistant to Nathalie Dupree. Hayley is the creator of the Artist's Palate dinner series and the author of AMSTERDAM: the gloobles guide (2020).

What's your desert island food?

Potatoes, of course. Just think of all the things you can do with them! Gratin. French fries. Vichyssoise. Potatoes are a girl's best friend.

What's your favorite condiment?

Max Burger's Green Garlic sauce. This stuff is INSANE! Creamy, piquant, irresistible.

Education

Hayley holds a Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Westminster.

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