Lauren McDowell

Teaches at Brooklyn Brainery

Lauren McDowell’s journey into food culture was ingrained during
childhood, where she grew up on the Texas Gulf Coast. Her passion for
great food only got worse during her time studying at The University of
Texas at Austin, where she graduated with degrees in English and Public
Relations.  After her stint living on a farm as a Peace Corps Volunteer,
she headed to New York University to complete a Master’s degree in Food
Studies. Since arriving in NYC, Lauren has spent her time working as a
cheesemonger, writing about cheese, food and culture, and teaching
classes in academic and retail settings.