ELLEN JACKSON
Cookbook author
A lover of Portland, Oregon’s live-off-the-land food, Ellen was, in turn, inspired to put together a cookbook of the city’s best recipes. She helps us delve into how its prize crop, the hazelnut, is now a staple on local plates (p16)
Mountain, desert, ocean or jungle… which are you?
Ocean.
First great travel experience?
When I was five, my family lived in a flat in London. We filled the summer with travel throughout Britain.
Favourite journey?
Backpacking in Scotland, which included a horseback ride along Loch Ness. It was damp and misty – perfect for a legendary ‘Nessie’ sighting.
Top five places worldwide?
Scotland; San Juan Islands (the Canadian side!); Cuba; Alsace, France; Bequia island, the Grenadines.
Passport stamp you’re proudest of?
On my first trip…
