Francesca Duarte

Journalist | Photographer | Brand Manager

United States

I’m a journalist, brand manager, and creative storyteller passionate about exploring the ties between lifestyle, culture, and community. Through words, images and shared experiences, I aim to capture the stories that connect us — from local chefs redefining comfort food to events that celebrate creativity and belonging in Orlando and beyond.

Currently, I contribute to The Community Paper as an editorial contributor, event coordinator, and social media manager, helping highlight the voices, people and places shaping the city’s vibrant spirit. I'm published in publications like Mashed, The Takeout and YourTango, where I produced features that blend curiosity, empathy and cultural insight.

A graduate of the University of Central Florida’s journalism program, I’ve built a foundation in storytelling that bridges both print and digital media. Whether I’m behind the camera, conducting interviews or editing content, I bring intention and creativity to every project.

My work is driven by connection — to stories, to people and to the deeper meaning behind what we create and celebrate together.

Portfolio

Social Media Content

Community News

The Community Paper -
06/03/2026
Funding the heART of the community - The Community Paper

Can you imagine a world without art? Without creative expression or cultural identity? Probably not, because our surroundings are immersed in it. From the fine arts to musical theater, art plays a pivotal and fundamental role in the infrastructure of our communities.

The Community Paper -
03/31/2026
Simple ways to live sustainably - The Community Paper

When it comes to our planet, sustainability matters, and a little effort goes a long way when we work together as a collective. This month, we asked our community members about some of the green habits they practice in everyday life.

The Community Paper -
03/02/2026
Wander around the local food scene - The Community Paper

Orlando is one of the most captivating and artistic cities in Florida, buzzing with diverse communities and a vibrant culinary scene. Yet visitors often only associate the city with the Disney-themed parks. For this reason, Tracy Kuch, founder of Wandering Palm Adventures, has made it her mission to teach locals and travelers just how special Orlando really is.

The Community Paper -
10/29/2025
Stuffed with love - The Community Paper

As the year winds down and the air turns crisp, kitchens everywhere begin to hum with a familiar rhythm - simmering pots, clinking spatulas and stories passed from one generation to the next. It's the season of harvest and gratitude - a time when food becomes more than sustenance; it becomes connection.

The Community Paper -
07/20/2025
Pacchioni's: A world of flavor in every bite - The Community Paper

When Daniel Pacchioni launched Pacchioni's World-Inspired Cheesesteaks on Feb. 23 at the Faire of the Dog, he wasn't just opening a food truck - he was telling a story. Inspired by his childhood travels to over 30 countries and his passion for creativity, Pacchioni fused his many worlds into one bold concept: global flavors inside a classic comfort food.