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I'm Catherine M Piccoli, a food historian and writer based in Brooklyn, New York. With a Master's in Food Studies from Chatham University and a Bachelor's in Social & Cultural History from Carnegie Mellon University, I bring a unique multidisciplinary approach to my work. Currently, I serve as the Curatorial Director at the Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD), where I oversee exhibitions and educational programming. My experience as a contributing writer and academic speaker has allowed me to share my insights on food culture across various platforms. I possess strong skills in editing, grant writing, and public speaking, and I am passionate about fostering a more equitable hospitality industry. Additionally, I have a rich background in historical research, having worked on numerous projects, including documentaries and exhibitions.

Experience

    • Curatorial Director
      • Oct 2014 - Present
      • New York

      Catherine is a food historian and writer, who brings this multidisciplinary approach to the Museum of Food and Drink. As curatorial director, she oversees the creation of MOFAD’s exhibitions and educational programming. Catherine was instrumental in the research, writing, and development of past ...

    • Contributing Writer
      • Jun 2011 - Present

      Reporter and personal essayist for a number of online, print, and broadcast outlets | samples below. Most recent piece can be found in the inaugural issue of RENDER: feminist food & culture quarterly.

    • Academic Speaker
      • Jun 2011 - Present

      Academic lecturer at multiple conferences and universities, creator of food tours in Pittsburgh and Brooklyn.

    • Historical Research Consultant
      • Jun 2004 - Present

      Historical researcher for numerous projects, including a documentary (Fish Fry Fridays: A Lenten Special), a book project for Molly O’Neill, and at The Senator John Heinz History Center (Pittsburgh, PA) and The Chicago Historical Society.

    • Professional Clarinetist
      • Feb 2007 - May 2012

      As Concert Manager for chamber group from August 2010: solicited venues, negotiated pay, scheduled and organized gigs.

    • Community Outreach Coordinator | Catering Manager | Cook
      • Sep 2012 - Aug 2015
      • Brooklyn, NY

      Assisted in management and growth of a company trying to foster a more equitable and sustainable hospitality industry.

  • Pottery Barn & PB Teen
    • Shadyside, PA; NYC
    • Table Top Coordinator | Design Specialist
      • Jul 2006 - Jul 2013
      • Shadyside, PA; NYC

      Drove sales consistently in department and across the store as a manager and design specialist.

    • Tampon Drive Coordinator
      • Jan 2011 - Apr 2011
      • Pittsburgh

      Created, organized, and promoted a feminine hygiene product drive.

Education

  • 2010 - 2012
    Chatham University
  • 2002 - 2006
    Carnegie Mellon University

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Industry Focus. “Food and Beverages”

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