About Marlynn
Hi! I’m Marlynn – I’m an author, online publisher, and experienced strategic entrepreneur, with more than 20 years of award-winning experience in corporate communications, public relations, social media management, freelance writing, content creation, blogging, and photography.
I also hold a WSET 2 with Distinction in wine, and am a member of Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and the International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA).
Urban Bliss Life
If you love food, wine, and travel, then Urban Bliss Life is for you! I invite you to become part of a vibrant community of readers from all over the world. On the site, you’ll find thousands of expert-tested recipes, wine pairings and wine guides, as well as travel tips and travel guides.
Food
In my family, I grew up with the idea that food is love. My own love of cooking began before I could even see over the kitchen counter, while helping my mom and Lola Epyon, my great-grandmother, cook both traditional Filipino recipes and American recipes.
I’ve honed my cooking and baking skills, as well as my recipe development skills, over the years, and now share family-friendly recipes on the site that are delicious and easy to make at home.
Wine
Living in Oregon’s Willamette Valley wine country, I’ve long had a passion for wine and food.
In March 2020, I received my WSET 2 with Distinction wine award certification. I’ve also served as a wine judge in wine competitions. And, I’m constantly taking classes and attending wine education events to learn more.
On the site you’ll find wine pairings and wine tips, and wine travel guides.
Travel
To travel is to live! Writing about travel naturally goes hand in hand with writing about food and wine. On Urban Bliss Life, I write about culinary travel, food travel, hotels, the best things to do in cities around the world, and share travel tips.
Some of my favorite places in the world include Japan, Ireland, Greece, Amsterdam, Hawaii, Switzerland, and of course, my beautiful home state of Oregon. Follow my travels for tips and itineraries!