Lauren MacLeod

Lauren MacLeod, RD (she/her) is a Mammoth-based sports dietitian specializing in mountain athletes. She works as a food, nutrition, and travel writer for outdoor and wellness brands. Lauren's favorite trail snack is a PB and J and her dream is that no athlete will ever bonk again. You can find her on Instagram at @themountaindietitian and online at laurenmacleodrd.com.

Build Your Own Dietitian-Approved Meal at Elixir

Apr 13, 2023 / Lauren MacLeod

Mammoth Lakes Tourism food writer Lauren MacLeod reviews the fresh and favorite restaurants of the Eastern Sierra – and tells the stories behind them. If you have ideas for local restaurants she should cover, please let us know! “Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food.”  The quote... MORE

A Warm Welcome at DISH Bistro

Feb 16, 2023 / Lauren MacLeod

Mammoth Lakes Tourism food writer Lauren MacLeod reviews the fresh and favorite restaurants of the Eastern Sierra – and tells the stories behind them. If you have ideas for local restaurants she should cover, please let us know! When I arrive at DISH bistro in Mammoth Lakes, California, owner Tina Fortune... MORE

Top Restaurant Ideas for Valentine’s Day

Feb 07, 2023 / Lauren MacLeod

Mammoth Lakes Tourism food writer Lauren MacLeod reviews the fresh and favorite restaurants of the Eastern Sierra – and tells the stories behind them. If you have ideas for local restaurants she should cover, please let us know! For most winter travelers, skiing at Mammoth Mountain is the highlight of... MORE

Dos Alas’ Eclectic Eating Experience

Dec 30, 2022 / Lauren MacLeod

Mammoth Lakes Tourism food writer Lauren MacLeod reviews the fresh and favorite restaurants of the Eastern Sierra – and tells the stories behind them.  The warm atmosphere of Dos Alas CubaRican Cafe & Lounge, complete with eclectic art and vibrant salsa music, is the perfect cure for any frosty Mammoth... MORE

Marathon Winner from Kenya Trains at The Crib

Nov 03, 2022 / Lauren MacLeod

When an athlete introduces themselves in Swahili, Japanese, and English, you have to wonder what life experience led to such a mix. For elite runner Caroline Rotich, each of these languages marks a different point in her running career. “In Kenya, I was always running around to places; running to... MORE