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Lesley Freeman Riva

Lesley Freeman Riva writes frequently on food, family, and travel. More

Lesley Freeman Riva writes frequently on food, family, and travel. Her work has appeared in local, national and international outlets, including the Wall Street Journal, Cookie, Parenting, Harper's Magazine, Sherman's Travel, the Travel Channel, and Edible Rhody. She and her family live and eat in Rhode Island and Italy.
A Foodie Parent's Biggest Worry: Can My Teen Feed Herself?

A Foodie Parent's Biggest Worry: Can My Teen Feed Herself?

A mother frets as her daughter applies to college—not about whether she will get in, but about whether she can cook… More »

Foodiephobia: When Friends Fear Feeding You

Foodiephobia: When Friends Fear Feeding You

A home cook confronts a hard truth: talk too much about pork belly, and your appetite can cause friends anxieties… More »

Don't Eat the Cucumbers, and Other Food Rules

Don't Eat the Cucumbers, and Other Food Rules

Every culture has its wisdom. Never mix watermelon and wine. Mothers should eat tripe. And no sweet potatoes after dark.… More »

For Siblings, a Culinary Arms Race

For Siblings, a Culinary Arms Race

When the family patriarch is food-obsessed, competitive children try to win his love in the kitchen.… More »

In Italy, Eating Gets Graded

In Italy, Eating Gets Graded

An American expat laughs when she learns her daughter is failing lunch--then reconsiders.… More »

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