After earning her journalism degree from the University of Missouri, Madi Lee began exploring her love of food and storytelling in new ways. In 2025, she launched her personal Substack, where she shares feature stories on the St. Louis dining scene alongside travel recaps, destination guides, personal essays, and lifestyle photography. She returned to her journalistic roots in 2026 as a freelance food writer, continuing to tell stories through food, travel, and the connections we make along the way. Now based in St. Louis, Madi is always searching for the next neighborhood gem, memorable meal, or destination with a story worth telling.