About

I am Keanu Taylor, a Food Scientist and writer based in Chicago, IL. I love to write, cook, workout, eat, and of course, chase my dreams.

My background includes:

  • Health & Fitness Field: Possessing a Culinary Nutrition Bachelor and NASM - CPT Certification, coupled with extensive industry involvement.

  • Culinary Arts/Cooking: Holding a Culinary Arts Associate degree alongside years of hands-on experience.

  • Food & Beverage Industry: I have been part of leading food companies as a food scientist, adding valuable insight and expertise to the field.

My areas of expert knowledge, interest, and personal experience encompass:

  • Blogging and Digital Marketing

  • Food Writing

  • Journalism

  • Recipe Writing

  • Social Media Writing

I began my writing Journey as a contributing writer for Edible Rhody. There I learned the intricacies that are required to manage a successful magazine as well as how food writing varies based on platform and target audience.

I also own my own company - I Have A Story LLC, as well as a Food Science Blog - Taste Test Tales.

About I Have A Story LLC: (Coming Soon)

I Have a Story LLC is a creative writing service dedicated to assisting businesses in bringing their stories and ideas to life. By captivating readers' minds across the nation and around the world, we enable businesses to focus more on building their brand while saving hours on content creation.

About Taste Test Tales:

Taste Test Tales is a platform dedicated to all things food science. We offer more than just information on what food science is and how to pursue a career in it. Here, we delve into the fascinating world of food science, uncovering industry secrets and exploring ways to apply food science techniques to enhance everyday home cooking.

Aside from my current endeavors, I also have an ambitious list of life goals I aim to accomplish:

  • Write a Novel

  • Own a Coffee shop

  • Own a Restaurant

  • Launch my own Food Product Line

  • Teach Culinary/Food Science at a College/University

My ultimate goal is to leverage this platform to not only amplify my writing skills but also build a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for creating and sharing stories. Hopefully, I can also inspire at least one person to chase their dreams, no matter how grand. Feel free to connect with me via email or social media.