Laura is a graduate of the French Culinary Institute, registered dietician and writer. She co-authored The Strang Cancer Prevention Center Cookbook (McGraw-Hill 2004; Dutton 1998) and her new book, Hudson Valley Mediterranean: The Gigi Good Food Cookbook, (HarperCollins 2009). Laura contributes to numerous national consumer and trade magazines, sharing her flavorful and practical approach to wholesome and healthy eating.

Laura is the chef and partner of Just Salad, a collection of healthy “fast food” salad restaurants in NYC and Hong Kong. The May 2005, 5th Anniversary Issue of O, Oprah Magazine, named Laura among the ‘Five Most Giving and Gifted Food Professionals’ for her work as a nutrition and culinary educator. She is committed to supporting other area businesses and the local economy via Gigi Hudson Valley purchases and through her work in writing and education.