Lydia was born and raised in Northern Virginia. From there she went on to complete her ungraduated degree from Duquesne University, where she met her husband. Lydia then continued her educational journey to earn her master’s from George Mason University. Lydia and her family settled down roots in NC in 2020 and never looked back! She spends her free time meeting new people and exploring the Raleigh food scene with her husband, kids, and 2 crazy corgis.