Jordan McConnel

I am a 23-year-old chef who works in advertising in Richmond, Va. I've worked for Daniel Boulud, Emeril, and Martha Stewart, but I am happiest when I'm writing or reading. I work well under stress and can relate to any personality type. I love anything relating to the water—waterskiing, kayaking, fishing—and spend every second I can spare outdoors. I give blood every eight weeks (even though I pass out every time), and I follow through on the projects I start. I like Diet Coke and burnt toast (preferably not together) and anything that challenges me. I hate pizza, cold weather and listening to people test their ringtones. I'm empathetic and individualistic. I am constantly trying to learn more, live more, be more.

I'm Jordan. I get people. I love life. I live to cook and write.

Favorite quote: "It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities." —J.K. Rowling

Most envied superpower: The ability to fly (without getting cold, of course).

Favorite TV show: Downton Abbey

Secret desire: To stage a large-scale food fight.

Favorite book: It's impossible to choose.

Most impressive personal feat: Running the New York marathon.

Guilty pleasure: Taking online personality tests and watching Keeping Up with the Kardashians, both of which are most likely accompanied by a big bowl of Honey Bunches of Oats.