I'm a New York-based freelance content developer specializing in
culinary & lifestyle video production, food styling, recipe development & testing, and
food writing & editing for television, web, and print.

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What happens when America’s favorite southern cook opens up her kitchen to family, friends, viewers and …

In Sandra’s Restaurant Remakes, Sandra Lee visits famous restaurants to discover their most celebrated and delicious …

The focus of edible Hudson Valley‘s Spring 2013 issue was “Rethinking the Recipe”.  My feature story …

Whether it’s charcoal or gas, the grill becomes king when the weather heats up. Chef Nathan …

In this new Cooking Channel series, Bobby Deen takes his mother, Paula Deen’s, recipes and transforms her Southern comfort food into lighter, lean, yet still delicious dishes.

I was a staff food stylist for this production.

By bike, boat, car and surfboard, Ben Sargent embarks on the ultimate coastal road trip in …

As the Cooking Channel’s online intersection for food, recipes, and pop culture, the Devour blog is the online …

Epicurious, the leading digital brand for home cooks, has joined forces with The Culinary Institute of America, the world’s authority in culinary education, to present an all-new digital learning experience.

Catch my newest feature from the Spring 2012 edition of edible Hudson Valley, featuring a profile of the amazing artisanal bread baking techniques of the family-owned & operated Our Daily Bread in Chatham, New York.

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“Rachael Ray” is a multiple Emmy-award-winning syndicated daytime talk show hosted by the eponymous cooking and lifestyle personality.

As a food stylist with the show’s culinary team for three seasons, I produced food for on-air segments; tested, wrote, and edited recipes for the show’s archives; entertained celebrity & VIP guests; integrated branded products and partnership promotions into on-air segments; and helped to manage test kitchen facilites, food budgets, and purchasing.

As a Production Assistant at The Culinary Institute of America, I worked on numerous books authored by the college and its esteemed-faculty. Recipe testing, writing captions, and managing the art programs for editorial projects, my work is credited in several published professional titles.

RachaelRay.com is the official website of and comprehensive warehouse for all things Rach. Home to fresh …

As a food stylist on the multiple Emmy award-winning “Rachael Ray Show”, I was always conceptualizing, writing, testing, and editing new recipes for use on the show or in other projects within the Rachael Ray brand. My work in development and editing as a member of the show’s culinary team is acknowledged in two of Ray’s best-selling published titles.

Livestrong.com is the definitive destination for those who want to build their own healthy living success story. They believe that everyone should feel empowered through food, fitness, and inspiration to pursue their best life because eating well and staying active are critical components in preventing cancer and fighting other illnesses.

In this new online video series, “Skinny Chef” Jennifer Iserloh invites you to lead a healthier version of the good life in her online show Healthy Cheats. Join each week as Jennifer takes your favorite indulgent recipes and remakes them into healthy and fulfilling dishes.

I was a food stylist and culinary producer for portions of this series.

Down Home with the Neelys stars Pat and Gina Neely stopped by to show host Harley Pasternak how to make some game day snacks that are both healthy and delicious, like their grilled turkey sliders.

Click “Read More…” for a link to watch the full segment.

I was the food stylist for this segment.

As a Production Assistant at The Culinary Institute of America, I worked on numerous books authored by the college and its esteemed-faculty. Recipe testing, writing captions, and managing the art programs for editorial projects, my work is credited in several published professional titles.

As a Production Assistant at The Culinary Institute of America, I worked on numerous books authored by the college and its esteemed-faculty. Recipe testing, writing captions, and managing the art programs for editorial projects, my work is credited in several published consumer titles.

As a Production Assistant at The Culinary Institute of America, I worked on numerous books authored by the college and its esteemed-faculty. Recipe testing, writing captions, and managing the art programs for editorial projects, my work is credited in several published consumer titles.

“Rachael Ray” is a multiple Emmy-award-winning syndicated daytime talk show hosted by the eponymous cooking and lifestyle personality.

In this segment from a Fourth of July themed show, I demonstrate making Grilled Potato Salad.

eHow is your one-stop online resource for life’s challenges, with more than 30 categories that cover just about everything.

My close work with the eHow Food and Rachael Ray editorial teams as a food stylist, recipe developer & tester, and video producer has helped to shape the sharp visual appeal and culinary integrity of the site’s ever-growing content base.

Epicurious.com spotlights how Chef Todd Aarons’ creative recipes for classic holiday brisket and latkes make for one hip Hanukkah celebration.

Recipe Testing & Editing by Patrick W Decker.

Celebrity trainer, fitness guru, and host Harley Pasternak shares tips on how to beat the winter blues with food. What’s his advice for beating the winter blues? EAT! But not just any foods…it’s about the blues-busting foods that can lift your mood, give you energy, and satisfy your taste buds. So, what should you eat?

Click “Read More…” below for a link to view the full segment.

I was the food stylist for this segment.

As Rachael Ray’s “Man Food Buddy”, Josh cooks, speaks and writes of all things delicious and meaty.

I’ve worked with Josh in producing his eHow Food segments as Rachael Ray’s “Man Food Buddy”, where he does all he can to infuse meat into all dishes possible.

As Rachael Ray’s “Mixology Buddy”, Joe’s laid-back approach to serious cocktails makes him the ideal bartender.

I’ve worked with Joe in producing his eHow Food segments as Rachael Ray’s “Mixology Buddy”, all of which are featured on his eHow recipe channel.

As Rachael Ray’s “Latin Food Buddy”, Daisy draws on the Latin palate to prepare food that is sassy, colorful, vibrant, and sexy!

I’ve worked with Daisy in producing her eHow Food segments as Rachael Ray’s “Latin Food Buddy”, where her extensive knowledge of Latin flavors and ingredients make delicious family-friendly food that is easy to prepare and easy on the pocket.

As Rachael Ray’s “Eco-Friendly & Local Buddy”, Louisa blogs and cooks with an eye for natural, sustainable foods and flavors.

I’ve worked with Louisa in producing her eHow Food segments as Rachael Ray’s “Eco-Friendly & Local Buddy”, where her James Beard-nominated work encourages a focus on natural foods and sustainable sourcing.

Epicurious.com’s weekly video series exploring the globe’s most iconic recipes.

I worked with Epi’s editorial staff to test and edit the recipes featured in the series.

“Rachael Ray” is a multiple Emmy-award-winning syndicated daytime talk show hosted by the eponymous cooking and lifestyle personality.

In this segment from a Holiday-themed show, I tell my culinary story and demonstrate making Holiday Sugar Cookies.

The eHow “Dessert Buddy” prepares some fall favorites.

I styled the foods for Chef Bertinetti’s demo and edited the accompanying online recipe.

Epicurious.com presents a visual guide to commonly found farmer’s market foods.

I worked with the Epi editorial team to categorize, select and source the ingredients for each family of ingredients.

Mario Batali cooks up a classic Italian “Feast of the Seven Fishes” for Epicurious.com.

Partial recipe testing & editing by Patrick W. Decker.

The eHow “Rachael Ray ‘Man Food’ Buddy” prepares a tailgating classic – Onion Sliders.

I styled the foods for Josh’s demo.