Hazel McKinlay

Hazel McKinlay is a UK-based travel writer, former Mediterranean head chef and founder of Hazel’s Travels. After a 20-year career in professional kitchens, she now writes about Europe’s food, history and culture through first-hand travel experiences. Her work has been featured in Parade, Business Insider and Yahoo, and she has travelled to more than 30 European countries.
Website: Hazel’s Travels
Instagram: @_hazelstravels
How Orecchiette Tells the Story of Puglia
A journey through Puglia reveals the story behind the region’s most famous pasta.
August 19, 2026
