JOSHUA LURIE
I’m a versatile writer who distills complicated ideas into entertaining, easily digestible stories. My current focus: writing, content strategy and communications for companies. To drive business, I lead messaging for websites, newsletters, blogs, and social media.
For restaurant groups, I manage media and influencer outreach and write press releases. I also lead eye-opening private food tours featuring custom themes.
I founded the food and travel focused website FoodGPS.com in 2005. Honest History published my book about global food cultures, titled History is Delicious. I wrote the story for an "NCIS" episode that aired on CBS and co-wrote a Bollywood action movie, "Blue." I’ve also contributed to publications like The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Hollywood Reporter, Los Angeles magazine and Eater.
Hire Me To:
WRITE or revamp your company’s website, newsletter, blog or social media channels. I take a holistic, personalized approach to deliver your messages.
MANAGE MEDIA AND INFLUENCER STRATEGY. I’ve spent years developing a network of writers, editors, and influencers in Los Angeles and Orange County who can improve your business and increase your brand recognition. Want to connect with them in meaningful ways? I can help.
Does your company SUPPORT RESTAURANTS? Do you provide a service or product that will increase business for restaurants and doesn’t take advantage of independent businesses? I’m open to connecting your company with restaurants to explore mutually beneficial partnerships.
Lead a PRIVATE CORPORATE TOUR featuring a theme, dish, or destination of your choosing. Previous tours featured San Diego breakfasts (two days), Seattle global flavors (two days), and Los Angeles restaurants “breaking all the rules.” These tours are great for team building and inspiring innovation/new menu items.
CONTRIBUTE to your publication. In addition to food and travel, I’ve also written about subjects like finance, parenting, outdoor adventures, and architecture. Read my Freelance Writing collection or read History is Delicious, my illustrated book about global food cultures, to get a better sense for my range.
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Recent Clients
Newsletter Writer, 2020-Present
Writer, 2024-2025
Social Media Writer, 2024-2025
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Newsletter Writer, 2021-2022
Writer, 2023