Delia Jo (Ramsey) Bracken is a seasoned food and travel writer, self-proclaimed “queen of queso,” and first-time book author of Nashville Cocktails (Cider Mill Press). Born and raised in Madison County, Alabama, Delia Jo’s Southern roots run deep, shaping her love for the traditions, flavors, and stories that define life in the South. Over the past 17 years, she has built a career across digital, print, podcast, and television, focusing on the vibrant world of restaurants, cocktails, and travel throughout the Southeastern U.S. Her work and expertise have been featured in Eater, Edible, Forbes, on Netflix, the Travel Channel, the Cooking Channel, and the Food Network.
Delia Jo’s story is one of resilience as much as it is about food. After losing two parents, she found herself navigating profound grief while rediscovering joy through storytelling and the shared experience of food and drink. Most recently, she’s embraced a zero-proof lifestyle, celebrating the art of finding drinks that honor the ritual and flavor of cocktails while supporting an alcohol-free way of living.
Her first book, Nashville Cocktails, is a love letter to the city she now calls home, blending recipes, history, and heartfelt stories of connection. For Delia Jo, it’s not just about what’s in the glass—it’s about finding beauty in the small moments, honoring Southern traditions, and savoring the journey back to yourself.
