Melissa Kravitz
Melissa is a staff writer at Mic, where she has written lifestyle news and features since 2016. She specifically covers food, travel and personal finance, with a focus on LGBTQ+ people and culture. Melissa’s bylines have also appeared in Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Travel + Leisure, Conde Nast Traveler, Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, VICE, and several more publications. She earned her bachelor's degree in Creative Writing, with a concentration in fiction, from Columbia University. When Melissa is not writing articles, she's likely writing and/or reading fiction. She is very into wine, which probably helps with all that reading/writing and can't resist an impractical cooking project. She loves exploring New York City, travels frequently and is constantly trying to improve her French. You can follow Melissa on Twitter at @melissabethk and learn more about her and her work at www.melissabethk.com. She is represented by Kristy Hunter of The Knight Agency.
Life
10 Hidden Beaches Across the Country You Should Visit Before Summer Is Over
The end of summer is here, which means it’s time to squeeze in at least one more luxurious day relaxing in the sand, breathing in the fresh air, and topping off your tan while you still have the sun on your side. Just beware! As you start to plan…
Life
11 Hydrating Cocktails to Give You a Healthy Buzz In the Heat
Staying hydrated over the summer, especially while drinking, is obviously super important. Drinking a glass of water for every glass of booze is never a bad idea, but hydrating while enjoying your cocktail is even better. Why not kill two birds with…
Life
17 Pasta Salad Recipes that Are Way Better Than You Knew Pasta Salad Could Be
Pasta salad is perhaps the easiest, and potentially the most delicious, food you can bring to a potluck or picnic. We're not talking about that gross, gooey, mayonnaise-y stuff, though. These 17 picks, culled from some of the best bloggers on the…
Life
Fourth Of July Dog Costumes: See the Most Patriotic Pups Out There
Sure, it's adorable when a cute kid gets all decked out in Fourth of July face paint, and you're going to look pretty awesome in your stars-and-stripes bandeau. But you know who's the most precious when wearing their all-American attire? Dogs!…
Life
10 DIY Father's Day Gift Ideas Because You Can't Give One More Lame Tie
Yes, we have Father's Day gift ideas for the geeky dad, the beer-drinking dad, and the dad you forgot you had to buy a gift for until just this minute (oops!) But if you're on a tight budget, or just want to get a little creative for the dad who has…
Life
12 Creative Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipes, Because It's a National Holiday
May 15 is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! We've already got you covered on chocolate chip muffins, breads, pancakes, and granola...but we know how you really want to celebrate this holiday. We've got cookies — 12 of them — that will adequately…
Life
21 Gadgets to Get Your Tech-Savvy Mom This Mother's Day
Whether your mom is a computer genius or can't turn on her iPad without assistance, there are some gadgets on the market that will make her life easier. These handy devices offer simple solutions to a variety of life's most urgent conundrums — How…
Life
9 Incredibly Sexist Mother's Day Gifts You Won't Believe Are For Sale
We've already told you what to get your mom for Mother's Day, what to get your mom for Mother's Day if you waited until the last minute, and what card to pair with whichever present you decided on. Well, in case you haven't had enough hand holding…
Fashion
21 Mother's Day Spa Gifts to Help Your Mom Unwind
Spa gifts are great, because they're something moms might not usually give themselves but certainly appreciate. From beauty addicts to hard core soccer moms, everyone can use a chance to chill out! Most spas sell gift cards for various services of…
Life
12 Best Recipes for Breaking Passover, Because Bread
Passover requires that you go eight days without some of the best foods known to woman (leavened bread, pasta, cereal), so now that it's over, it's time to treat yourself to a full-on carb fest. Here are some recipes to prepare to celebrate the fact…
Life
12 Healthy Easter Basket Treats That Won't Cause a Sugar Crash
Traditional Easter baskets are loaded with sugary treats that make parents and the tooth fairy alike pretty unhappy. If you're planning on giving baskets to younger relatives this year, or are trying to lay off the sickly sweet stuff yourself, try…
