Cynthia O'Hara

Cynthia O'Connor O’Hara, a.k.a. The Harried Housewife®, is a food and lifestyle writer, recipe developer, maker, and media personality. She is the creator of The Harried Housewife®’s RECIPE BOX television segments, magazine articles, and online posts. A veteran newspaper columnist and TV cook, she enjoys developing seasonal recipes and providing imaginative home-inspired DIY ideas for time-crunched, budget-conscious folks to ensure memorable occasions throughout the year. Her work can be found in supermarkets, Web sites, and publications around the world. The Harried Housewife® lives with her family in upstate New York.