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City Curators

Every restaurant on CityWaze has been visited and vouched for in person by a City Curator. They write the weekly blog posts and the trending restaurant reviews in our newsletter.

The people behind the picks

Local knowledge, shared with intention.

Our curators bring first-hand knowledge to every recommendation. They visit venues, keep their city lists current, and share the details that help you choose a better night out.

Meet the team

City Curators

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Carlos Mendez San Francisco
SF Curator

Carlos Mendez

Bay Area food writer mapping farm-to-table institutions and seafood stalls. Nightlife enthusiast and Cuban food connoisseur guiding visitors through Little Havana and South Beach. Nightlife enthusiast and Cuban food connoisseur guiding visitors through Little Havana and South Beach. Nightlife enthusiast and Cuban food connoisseur guiding visitors through Little Havana and South Beach. Nightlife enthusiast and Cuban food connoisseur guiding visitors through Little Havana and South Beach. Nightlife enthusiast and Cuban food connoisseur guiding visitors through Little Havana and South Beach. Nightlife enthusiast and Cuban food connoisseur guiding visitors through Little Havana and South Beach.

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Devon Lee Los Angeles
Los Angeles Curator

Devon Lee

Tasting menu reviewer and night owl uncovering LA’s rooftop lounges and night market pop-ups. I’m a passionate food and culture enthusiast who loves exploring the city one neighborhood at a time. From hidden local gems to exciting new restaurants, I’m always looking for places with great food, unique stories, and memorable experiences worth sharing.

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Elena Rostova Chicago
Chicago Curator

Elena Rostova

Food critic and culinary adventurer mapping out Chicago’s Michelin stars and hidden neighborhood joints. As a local food writer and city explorer, I spend my time discovering restaurants, cafés, and experiences that bring each neighborhood to life. I love finding those special places that locals enjoy and visitors might otherwise miss.

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Hannah Abbott Austin
Austin Curator

Hannah Abbott

Austin local obsessed with smokehouse brisket, taco trucks, and live music patios. I explore the city through its food, culture, and people, always searching for places that offer something a little different. My goal is to uncover memorable restaurants, hidden gems, and local experiences that are genuinely worth discovering.

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Isabella Cruz Miami
Miami Curator

Isabella Cruz

Nightlife enthusiast and Cuban food connoisseur guiding visitors through Little Havana and South Beach. Food and culture enthusiast discovering hidden gems, local favorites, and unforgettable experiences across the city. Always looking for the next place worth sharing.

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Jackson Reed Nashville
Nashville Curator

Jackson Reed

Music City insider uncovering hot chicken joints, cocktail parlors, and historic honky-tonks. A local explorer with a passion for great food, unique neighborhoods, and the stories behind the places that make a city special.

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Kathryn Elle Boston
Boston Curator

Kathryn Elle

Kathryn has spent 15+ years exploring Boston’s local food scene from North End back alleys to seaport rooftops. Food writer and city explorer sharing carefully selected restaurants, experiences, and local spots that deserve a place on your list.

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Liam Wilson Seattle
Seattle Curator

Liam Wilson

Pacific Northwest seafood guide highlighting coffee roasters, oysters, and waterfront dining. Always curious and usually hungry, I explore the city one neighborhood at a time, searching for memorable meals and authentic local experiences.

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Marcus Vance Denver
Denver Curator

Marcus Vance

Denver native, sports fan, and craft beer enthusiast dedicated to pointing diners to authentic local haunts. Local food lover and storyteller focused on uncovering neighborhood gems, from family-owned restaurants to exciting new places worth discovering.

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Sarah Jenkins New York
New York Curator

Sarah Jenkins

NYC food writer sharing timeless steakhouse secrets, cocktail lounges, and iconic delicatessens. Exploring the city through its food, people, and culture. I’m always on the lookout for places with great stories, welcoming spaces, and something memorable to offer.

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