ABOUT US AND OUR WORK

Let us introduce ourselves! We are full-time journalists for over a decade covering resorts, spas, fine dining, wine, spirits, and luxury travel. Our travels have taken us all over the US, Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean

Now a little about us. We are a husband and wife writing duo and sommeliers through the Court of Master Sommeliers. Our work as appeared in the LA Times, Travel and Leisure, Google Travel, Modern Luxury, French Quarter Magazine in France, Monaco, and Lausanne Tourism City Guide.

Our Work
See our MuckRack Portfolio for samples of our work

https://muckrack.com/elaine-harris

We also have our own website Cuisineist.com and over 400 videos featuring celebrity chefs, winemakers, sommeliers, and Food Network stars on our YouTube channel VinoLasVegas (Cuisineist Confidential) Our work has had us Kayaking, Hot Air Ballooning, milking goats and cows, purveying with world-class chefs, EBiking, cooking with chefs, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and hiking everywhere from the Swiss Alps to Arizona.

We are Elaine and Scott Harris, full-time journalists and members of the prestigious North American Travel Journalists Association-(NATA.org) For over a decade we have covered noted resorts, spas, fine dining establishments, wine, spirits, and luxury and adventure travel. Our travels have taken us on assorted journeys in the US, Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Recently we were selected to cover the prestigious Bocuse d’ Or America’s Selection in New Orleans and have been asked to travel to Lyon France for the championship with the best culinary minds in the world . We are a husband and wife writing duo and Sommeliers through the Court of Master Sommeliers. Our work has appeared in the LA Times, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune, Travel and Leisure, Google Travel, Modern Luxury, French Quarter Magazine in France and Monaco and Lausanne Tourism City Guide.  Cuisineist.com is ranked in the Top 100 Travel Websites in the World at #37 by FeedSpot

Over a long career, we have garnered the reputation as a “one-stop- shop” by public relations firms as well as local and international tourist boards. It is well known that we are journalists who are married and mentioned on numerous occasions “it’s getting two journalists for the price of one”!  We are known for our combined expertise not just in print and online but on social media as well. Many of these events were shared in real time, taste by taste, sip by sip, hotel by hotel and more.

We are renowned food and travel writers and are celebrated for our vivid storytelling and deep exploration of culinary and travel experiences. Over the years we have built a reputation for immersing themselves in the cultures and traditions of the places they visit, providing readers with rich, detailed narratives that go beyond typical travel and food writing. Our work often appears in a variety of publications, where they share their adventures from around the world. Whether it’s uncovering hidden gems in bustling cities or exploring remote, off-the-beaten-path locales, they focus on the authentic flavors and traditions that define each destination.

We not only highlight unique dining experiences and local food specialties but also delve into the cultural and historical contexts that shape the story. Well known for our ability to connect with local chefs, artisans, and residents, bringing personal stories and insights to their readers. This approach allows us to present a comprehensive picture of each location, blending practical travel tips with engaging narratives. In addition to writing, they may also be involved in speaking engagements and culinary events, sharing their expertise and passion for travel and gastronomy with wider audiences. Our contributions to the field have made them respected voices in the world of food and travel journalism, inspiring many to explore new tastes and destinations.

Cuisineist.com houses links to over 400 videos featuring celebrity chefs, winemakers, sommeliers, and Food Network stars on our YouTube channel VinoLasVegas (Cuisineist Confidential). Our work has had us ocean kayaking, hot air ballooning, milking goats and cows, purveying with world class chefs, EBiking, cooking with chefs, assisting in winemaking, parasailing, snowmobiling, and hiking everywhere from the Swiss Alps to Arizona.

We also do our own professional quality photography which was also credited in the print and online publications. Video is becoming more important, and we have met that challenge with IGTV (Instagram TV). CUISINEIST IGTV features interviews with chefs, winemakers, restaurateurs, and others seen globally on the network and all social media platforms featured on assignments. You can follow us on social media @Cuisineist on Instagram, X and Threads as well as ElaineScott Harris on Facebook and of course our website Cuisineist.com

About Us

Elaine Harris spent over 18 years as a licensed Educator and has put her skills to use educating readers and guests about food, wine and travel. She has served on the board of the American Wine Society Las Vegas Chapter and was named “Wine Person of the Month” by Las Vegas Wine News. She has been a featured speaker for UNLV’s graduate-level classes.

She is a Sommelier through the Court of Masters Sommeliers and plans to continue through their grueling levels of certification.  In addition to her experience with wine in sales and distribution, she has many years of experience in all aspects of fine dining restaurant operations.

Scott Harris was exposed to the world of fine dining from a very young age and it got into his blood. After graduating from college he served in the Special Forces of the United States military. Upon leaving, he became an operations manager for an import/ export company for over 11 years and then entered the medical profession for 12 years.  Scott is a Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers and plans to continue through his grueling levels of certification.

Scott was also the Wine Director for a prestigious French restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip, as well as Director of sales and distribution for a wine distribution company. He served as President of the board of the American Wine Society Las Vegas Chapter and has also been a featured speaker for UNLV’s graduate-level classes.

Together, we have learned about wine literally from the ground up having helped with the harvest, crush, punch-downs, and bottling.  We continue to educate and bring interesting and informative articles to our readers.

We are proud to state that we are not CRITICS but prefer to talk about the “overall” experience and have been called Food and Wine “advocates” by many in the industry. We have forged many personal and professional relationships from Vineyard owners to renowned Chefs and Sommeliers. We believe “Wine is a Lifestyle” that brings people together, creating cherished memories for a lifetime.