Alex Crossley

Alex is olive's award-winning digital editor, running the social and digital channels as well as the brand’s travel content. She is a judge for the Travel Media Awards and achieved a distinction in WSET Level 2 Awards in Wines and Spirits. Alex lived in Spain as part of her languages degree and regularly returns to top up her pan tomate, padron pepper and vermouth fix, as well as travelling through Scandinavia frequently and Asia whenever she gets the chance. In London you’ll find her in neighbourhood bistros, cocktail bars and casual noodle joints. You can find her on Instagram @alexcrossley and sharing food and drink recommendations on Substack (Alexcrossleyrecommends).

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