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Renata Gortan is a freelance journalist who has been telling stories professionally for the past 12 years, but asking people questions all her life. She has a BA (English) from Sydney University and is based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Her work has been published across a wide range of print publications and online sites, including bodyandsoul.com.au, news.com.au, The Daily Telegraph, The Australian and more.Her specialty is features writing across lifestyle – from food to fashion and culture to health. When she’s not writing, Renata’s insatiable curiosity – and matching appetite – means she’s usually eating.