Hi, I'm Karen Kelly!
Nationally Syndicated Food & Travel Writer • Recipe Developer • Founder of Seasonal Cravings
I'm a nationally syndicated food and travel writer, recipe developer, and digital publisher. I'm the founder of Seasonal Cravings and co-founder of The Roam Report, where I cover destinations, hotels, culinary travel, and lifestyle trends.
My travel reporting is distributed through the BLOX Digital Content Exchange, extending the reach of my work to media organizations across the United States. My work has appeared in Yahoo, Taste of Home, Apple News, NBC, FOX, The Seattle Times, and other national and regional publications. I'm also a Certified Health Coach and hold a Master's degree from Harvard University.
Whether I'm developing seasonal recipes, exploring a new destination, or testing the latest travel trends, my goal is always the same: to help readers create memorable experiences around food and travel.
Seasonal Cravings has been featured in...
- Yahoo Creators
- Apple News
- The Roam Report
- Food Drink Life
- US Culture and Style Today
- MSN
- NBC
- The Daily Meal
- Business Herald Online
- Country Living
- Brit +Co
- FOX
- Taste of Home
My Story
I started Seasonal Cravings because I believe food brings people together.
As a busy mom, I wanted approachable, seasonal recipes that were both delicious and realistic for everyday life. What began as a recipe blog has grown into a trusted resource for home cooks looking for fresh, flavorful meals inspired by the seasons.
Over the years, my career expanded beyond recipe development into food, travel, and lifestyle journalism, allowing me to share stories with readers across the country.
Career Highlights
- Harvard University - Master's in Technology in Education
- Founder of Seasonal Cravings
- Institute for Integrative Nutrition Certified Health Coach
- Nationally syndicated through AP/BLOX
- Yahoo Creators contributor
- Co-founder of Roam Report
- Featured in 2,000+ newspaper websites through syndication
Areas of Expertise
- Seasonal cooking
- Recipe development
- Travel journalism
- Culinary travel
- Hotel reviews
- Healthy entertaining
- Shopping guides
- Destination features
Syndicated Travel and Food Articles
How to Spend a Nantucket Weekend Like Hollis Shaw in The Five Star Weekend
Rising GLP-1 Use Linked to Protein, Fiber and Vitamin Deficiencies, Study Shows
Dr. Beach Names America's 10 Best Beaches for 2026
Beyond Burgers: Top Chefs Share Their Best Summer Grilling Advice
Extreme Tourism: Pushing Boundaries in Pursuit of Thrilling Adventures
16 hot sandwich recipes worth getting your hands messy for
You can see a collection of my published articles here.
Reader's Favorite Recipes
Brands I Have Worked With
- Bob's Red Mill
- Campbell's Soup
- Foster Farms
- Cavit Wines
- Sonoma-Cutrer
- Eggland's Best
- Woodbridge Wines
- Bonne Maman
- Beaujolais Wine
- Celestial Seasonings
- Vinho Verde Wines
Work With Karen
I'm available for:
- Brand partnerships
- Recipe development
- Sponsored travel
- Destination coverage
- Hotel reviews
- Product reviews
- Editorial assignments
- Media interviews
Let's Connect!
- 📰 Muck Rack
- ✍️ Yahoo Creators
- ✈️ The Roam Report
I look forward to connecting with you! For media, speaking, or partnership inquiries, please visit my Contact page.
Laura Plumb says
Hi Karen, Boston, Nantucket, Cockapoos and food blogging - looks like we have a few things in common. Thanks to FBP for the connection. Appreciate your enthusiasm and generous spirit.
Karen Kelly says
Thanks Laura, so glad to see you here!
Amy says
Hello neighbor!! So glad to have found your blog!
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says
Thanks Amy, nice to meet you too!
Amy says
I made your pumpkin soup recipe and it was delicious! Thank you.
Karen Kelly says
Thanks for letting me know!
Karen Kantor says
I made your blackberry banana bread (gf) and it was great.
These is an error in the recipe on seasonalcravings.com as in step 6 it refers to adding chocolate chips.
Corrynn says
Quick question about your Gluten Fre Zucchini Bread: Your recipe calls for Bob’s Red Mill GF All Purpose Flour, but doesn’t call for xanthum Gum. When I searched for that flour, I could only find Bob’s Red Mill GF All Purpose Baking Flour — and on the package that flour notes to add Xanthum gum, which I did and it turned out fine, but I’d prefer not to use xanthum gum if I can avoid it. Can you clarify which flour you use that doesn’t require xanthum gum? (Note that I realize BRM has a 1:1 GF baking flour that includes xanthum bum, but as I said I’d prefer to avoid the xanthum gum entirely).
Thanks!
thomas says
i have a cooking utensil question. I want to spatchcock a chicken and i need a good pair of kitchen shears do you have a good manufacturer.?
Karen Kelly says
Hi there, I just use the OXO Good Grips Multi-Purpose ones from Amazon and they work great. I make sure the kids don't use them to cut other things. 🙂
Karen Kelley says
My name is Karen Kelley. As you know it's kind of a common name. There are a lot of us out there. I am a single mother, and I have 4 children that I raised alone. When the marriage ended, I had 7 year old twins, a son that was 5 and my daughter was 3 years old. .They are all adults and 1 of my sons is a veteran. I never thought about being gluten free, when I was cooking for my family. Now, my kids are grown and II am older and would like to learn about gluten free. Thank you for your response. Have a good day...
Mary E Henricksen says
Can you leave out the eggs in gluten free stuffing! My cousin is dairy free also!
Janet E Hackenberg says
Do you have suggestions for your recipes, when like me, I don't have a instant pot?
Karen Kelly says
Which recipe are you referring to and I'll see if I can help.
Marie Nixon says
I am preparing to make the meatball recipe. Under the Ingredients section there is a row that says "10 g" but there is no ingredient listed next to the "10g".
This is listed between the 3T. parsley finely chopped and the 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan.
shall I ignore the 10g. or is there a missing ingredient?
Thank you.
Karen Kelly says
Sorry about that! Please ignore!