Peter Meehan, born in 1977, is an American food writer, gastronomist, editor, and opinion journalist renowned for his contributions to food media. He gained prominence as the New York Times' $25-and-under restaurant critic and co-authored the bestselling Momofuku cookbook with chef David Chang, which showcased innovative recipes and propelled the Momofuku restaurant empire into the culinary spotlight. His work has appeared extensively in major publications, blending sharp critique with cultural insights into global food trends. Meehan co-founded and served as editor of the quarterly print journal Lucky Peach, celebrated for its bold design, long-form essays, and unconventional approach to food storytelling, though the publication ceased after issue 24 in 2017. He has also produced acclaimed food-related media projects, including the PBS series The Mind of a Chef, Netflix's Ugly Delicious hosted by David Chang, and the documentary City of Gold about LA food critic Jonathan Gold, underscoring his influence in bridging print journalism, cookbooks, and visual media within the culinary world.