Mail art haiku sent to reporter Maura Judkis. (Washington Post.)

 



Maura Judkis is a notable American journalist, recognized for her diverse and impactful contributions in journalism, particularly in the realm of arts, culture, and food. Born in 1985 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Judkis embarked on her journalism career after graduating from George Washington University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a minor in Art History.

Her early career involved roles at several prestigious publications, including "U.S. News & World Report", "Washington City Paper", and "The Huffington Post". At TBD.com, she was an art, theater, and culture reporter and also completed an arts journalism fellowship with the National Endowment for the Arts and the University of Southern California. Her journey with The Washington Post began in 2011 as a style section producer, with a focus initially on visual arts, a field closely linked to her parents' careers as artists.

Judkis’ versatility in journalism is evident in her transition from covering visual arts to working in the Weekend section and later joining the food section in 2014. Her reporting has not shied away from addressing challenging and significant topics, such as harassment in the food industry. Her work has included reviewing food documentaries, chronicling the lives of figures in the DC food scene, and examining the evolution of food institutions.

A highlight of her career is the "Is it Good?" series launched in 2018, where she taste-tests various new foods and food products, garnering significant attention on platforms like YouTube, Snapchat, and Amazon. In 2019, Judkis transitioned within The Washington Post to become a general assignment reporter for the style section.

Her exceptional work has earned her several awards, including the James Beard Foundation award in 2017 for her humorous and insightful exploration of cultural phenomena like the pumpkin spice trend. She was also nominated for her essay critiquing Doritos' efforts to tailor their product to women.

On a personal note, Judkis married lawyer Scott Gilmore in 2013, and they have two adopted dogs, Milky and Milou. The couple welcomed their daughter, Margalit Ruby Judkis-Gilmore, in March 2022. Judkis' personal experiences, including embracing her grey hair during the COVID-19 pandemic, often resonate in her writings, adding a personal touch to her professional accolades.

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