Laura Sorkin was born in New York City and grew up in Connecticut. She has a BA from McGill University, a Culinary degree from the French Culinary Institute, and a Masters of Environmental Management from Duke University. She ran an organic vegetable farm for over 15 years and has been co-owner of Runamok Maple since 2009.
Ms. Sorkin has written for Edible Green Mountains, Kids VT, Seven Days, Modern Farmer, Local Banquet, Nothern Woodlands, and Better Homes and Gardens. She lives in northwestern Vermont with her husband and two children.