Chesney McDonald

With Us Since
2023
Photo of Chesney McDonald
Follow
Location
Auckland, New Zealand
School
University of Auckland, New Zealand
Expertise
Wine, spirits, beer, BBQ meats, International cuisine
  • Chesney is a qualified expert in wine, spirits, and beer, earning level two of the international standard, WSET, with distinction.
  • He has travelled to 36 countries, driven by culinary exploration and the intersection of food and culture.
  • Chesney has worked in development, sales, and marketing for multinational breweries, as well as award-winning microbreweries and distilleries.

Experience

Chesney has always been a passionate creator and foodie, making his living as a writer since 2019. In hungry pursuit of the world's best food, his curious taste buds and enthusiasm for travel have led him down smokey alleyways and into Michelin-starred restaurants. Chesney marketed some of New Zealand's top craft beer, cider, and gin brands, working for Heineken NZ, 8 Wired Brewing, and the award-winning Australian gin brand Four Pillars. He's also written about international food as a travel writer for stuff.co.nz. Now, Chesney engages his food and beverage passion and experience as a writer for Static Media.

Education

Chesney holds a bachelor's degree, with a double major in English and film, television, and media studies from the University of Auckland.

Tasting Table Editorial Policies

Tasting Table’s editorial coverage hails from a veteran group of writers and editors with expertise in their respective fields in the food and drink, hospitality, and agriculture industries. Outside experts are also consulted to help deliver factual, up-to-date information and original recipes.

We strive to publish knowledgeable, engaging articles to give readers the information they're looking for, whether that is the news of the day; cooking tips, tricks, and trends; or reviews and recommendations. In an effort to provide the most comprehensive, current, and accurate content, our team is constantly reviewing and updating articles as necessary. Click here for more information on our editorial process.

Stories By Chesney McDonald

Back
Next