Author: Maddy Cornelius

Maddy Cornelius is a travel writer, professionally trained chef, and founder of Maddy’s Avenue. Originally from Southern California, she has spent nearly a decade living and traveling abroad, exploring 40+ countries. She has extensive experience across Europe (particularly Italy and France), as well as in Mexico, Costa Rica, New Zealand, and Japan. Her travel guides draw on extended stays, firsthand experience, and in-depth research into what to do, where to eat, and where to stay. She regularly returns to destinations to discover new places and keep her recommendations current. She also develops original recipes inspired by the cuisines she encounters during her travels.