Michael Gardiner

Michael Gardiner is a multifaceted professional with extensive experience in food writing and law. Currently serving as a Cookbook Author at Rizzoli International Publications since 2019, Michael has published works such as "Modern Kosher" (2020) and "Cali-Baja Cuisine" (2023). From 2019 to 2023, Michael worked as a Freelance food writer for The San Diego Union-Tribune and has held various roles, including Consulting Chef at Special Delivery and Food Writer for San Diego CityBeat. In the legal field, Michael has been the Owner of the Law Offices of Michael A. Gardiner since 2001, specializing in Business Law and Business Litigation, and previously served as an Attorney at Rudick Platt Glatt & Getz. Michael's educational background includes a Doctor of Law (J.D.) with honors from the University of Wisconsin Law School and an A.B. cum laude in English from Amherst College.