Nikita Richardson
About Nikita Richardson
Nikita Richardson is a Senior Staff Editor and Columnist for Food at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in editorial roles at various media outlets, she has established herself as a key figure in restaurant coverage and contributes to the newspaper's annual national restaurant list.
Work at The New York Times
Nikita Richardson has been employed at The New York Times since 2020 as a Senior Staff Editor and Columnist in the Food section. In this role, she has taken on a significant position in restaurant coverage, contributing to various articles and initiatives. Notably, she has contributed to the annual national restaurant list and the article titled 'The 25 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia Right Now'. Additionally, she pitched the 'Where to Eat: New York City' newsletter in July 2021 and has been writing it since March 2022.
Education and Expertise
Nikita Richardson holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Magazine Writing from New York University, which she completed from 2012 to 2013. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The University of Georgia, studying from 2008 to 2011. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in writing and understanding human behavior, which informs her work in food journalism.
Background
Nikita Richardson began her career in journalism as an Editorial Intern at New York Magazine in 2013. She subsequently worked as an Editorial Fellow at Northside Media Group for seven months in 2014. After that, she held various editorial positions, including Assistant Editor at Bon Appetit and Staff Writer at Grub Street, where she worked from 2018 to 2020. Prior to her current role, she also worked at Fast Company in different capacities, including as an Editorial Assistant and Assistant Editor.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Nikita Richardson has made notable contributions to food journalism. At The New York Times, she has played a key role in restaurant coverage, contributing to significant articles and lists. Her work includes contributions to 'The Restaurant List 2023' and the annual national restaurant list. These contributions highlight her expertise and influence in the food media landscape.