Mariana Velásquez is an international food stylist, artist and chef whose work has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, Food & Wine, Cherry Bombe, and many other publications. A published author of three recipe books, including the recent "Colombiana: A Rediscovery of Recipes and Rituals from the Soul of Colombia," she has also collaborated on more than 20 cookbooks throughout her career. She is the host of Buenlimón Radio, a Spanish-language show all about food, traditions, culture, music and personal stories. Former First Lady Michelle Obama hired Mariana to style the First Lady’s “American Grown” project. Born in Bogotá, Mariana now lives in Brooklyn, NY with her husband Diego.