Maya is the Creator and Founder of thefoodphilosopher which officially launched in 2022. Maya’s interest in the philosophy of life inspired inquiry into the subdomain of the philosophy of food and dining. Her driving questions include: how should food look (aesthetics) and how should it be presented (normativity)? Her methodology consists of holistically looking at the dining experience from the entrance to exit. There is a certain and particular attention to detail, communication, and passion she finds quintessential for the steps of service. For her, dining is more than eating; dining is a way to surpass the mundane and achieve enlightenment. Food and dining is a transformative experience: it is a way of life, a way of living, it is a philosophy. Her varied international travel experiences have exposed her to a multitude of cuisines and cultures.

Maya’s primary focus is on restaurant reviews, food writing, and food photography. She is a Level 7 Local Guide on Google Maps with more than 5 million views. She is currently earning her Honors Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto with degrees in Philosophy and Art History. Maya’s Philosophy focus is in first-order Ethics and Aesthetics; her Art History focus is in Greco-Roman mythology and how it has transformed from the ancient to the modern period.

Thefoodphilosopher is based downtown Toronto.