Jen has lived and written in Miami for more than two decades. She works as the dining critic for MIAMI Magazine, part of the Modern Luxury Group; a columnist for the newspaper Biscayne Time; and the Creative Writing Director for Miami Arts Charter School.
The author/editor of nine books, including Mango: Tour de Force (forthcoming from University Press of Florida) and three poetry collections, Jen has work appearing widely in publications including Florida Travel & Life, Southern Living and Vegas Player.
Jen lives in Miami Shores with her husband, two children, three dogs, four cats and fifteen mango trees.
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Jen says, "Don't leave Miami without sampling the fare in our world-class restaurants, including Tuyo, Michy's, db bistro, J&G Grill, The Bazaar, Makoto and Hakkasan."
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