Autumn Swiers
School
Baldwin Wallace University, Bowling Green State University
Expertise
Craft Cocktails, Espresso Beverages, NYC Bars And Restaurants, ,
- Autumn has tended bar at numerous establishments spanning Cleveland, OH and Brooklyn, NY – from wood-paneled dives to $20+ per drink cocktail bars.
- She is a veteran barista with five years of field experience and Italian Espresso Certification (and a French Press, pour-over, and Bunn restaurant-grade coffee maker crammed into the kitchen of her apartment.)
- They have spent the past few years traversing NYC and (literally) tasting the marrow of the city's legendary food scene. (Lou Reed was right: There probably is a part of Heaven reserved for Brooklyn poets.)
Experience
Autumn has been writing for nearly a decade, covering topics from sustainability to Mahayana Buddhism and Shakespeare adaptations. She crafted cocktails at the renowned Bar Cento in Cleveland and aided in the establishment's comprehensive rebrand. They worked as a grant writer for various 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on literacy and accessible, inclusive education in both Cleveland, Ohio and Brooklyn, New York. She joined Static Media full-time in 2022 as a News and Opinion Writer. Her work has been published in "The Mill" collegiate poetry journal. Their first book, "Panty Raid," was published in 2021, and their second book, "Lipstik Pie," was released in 2022, both of which are available via KDP. (A third book is on its way.)
Education
Autumn has a bachelor's degree in English and Communications from Baldwin Wallace University.
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Stories By Autumn Swiers
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If you're worried that a box of wine contains less vino than a big old bottle, it's time to learn how many glasses are really inside most boxes you'll find.
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Are these protein-packed snacks the next best thing since Killer Dave's sliced bread? It's hard to say, but the brand is no doubt hoping to make some dough.
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So much of the flavor we experience when drinking wine comes from the aging process. Here's what makes French barrique aging so special.
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Afternoon tea can be made even more enjoyable with the addition of a classic cocktail. Here are some libations that will liven up your tea party.
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Malaysian ABC soup has some interesting origins, and there are conflicting theories about how exactly it got its alphabetical name.
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During the Cold War in the 1960s, Americans stocked fallout shelters in preparation for possible nuclear attack - and canned water was an essential supply.
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You might have been taught otherwise, but a pan on the stovetop can be the ideal way to prepare white fish quickly and efficiently, not to mention deliciously
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Summer slushies can be a lot of fun with just three ingredients, including whiskey, but you don't have to stop there with flavor additions and ideas.
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You may have heard of the Hemingway daiquiri and James Bond's Vesper martini, but here is a Prohibition-era cocktail that writers of the time had on the brain.
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If you're looking to make waffles that are crispy on the outside but soft on the inside, add this key ingredient to your recipe.
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Deviled eggs are an incredibly versatile dish that you can reinvent in a ton of different ways. If you want to up the flavor factor, add this ingredient.
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If the world was Mark Twain's oyster, then words were his pearls. He used some of those words to talk about a food he enjoyed in all sorts of ways.
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San Francisco sourdough seems to have the market cornered on that classic sour bite, but what actually causes that unique signature flavor?
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For thicker Bloody Mary cocktails, freeze canned tomato juice in advance and use them as ice cubes to avoid dilution and keep the drink bold throughout sipping.
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If you're tired of drinking the same old cup of coffee every morning, shake up your routine with a fresh cup of the ultra-creamy Russian Raf coffee
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To upgrade your lemon cocktail, add a bit of lavender. You can include a sprig, make a simple syrup, create lavender ice cubes, or use the herb for a rim.
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Fans are not lovin' the impact of inflation on their wallets, which in turn is hurting McDonald's bottom line. So the chain is now considering a $5 meal deal.
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Sandwiches are always better with a little dip or spread to provide contrast to the dry ingredients, and a mix of hoisin and mayo is the perfect choice.
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Famous American author Ernest Hemingway's favorite meal was a classic dish - and, as it happened, it was also the final meal of the well-traveled foodie.
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If you're looking for a sophisticated pairing, you should try Buffalo Trace bourbon with this sharp cheese - and here's why they work so well together.
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The whiskey highball sets a high bar for cocktails. However, with a simple swap, you can make a whiskey tonic that elevates the spirit's flavor in another way.
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The first bowl of soup known to man, according to archeologists, featured a unique ingredient that isn't used in modern recipes, and here's what it is.
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The Daisy de Santiago combines white rum, lime juice, simple syrup, yellow Chartreuse, club soda, and mint. Here's why the cocktail has a connection to Bacardi.
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Tuna casserole can really reel in your taste buds. But the chicken of the sea isn't the only good option. Salmon, in particular, is a tasty alternative.
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Some liquor brand names are chosen for aesthetics and vibes only, but others, like Horse Soldier Bourbon, are rooted in an important historical event.
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John Belushi enjoyed a vegetarian lentil soup at The Rainbow Room in L.A. as his final meal before a fatal injection of cocaine and heroin at Chateau Marmont.
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A wine label should provide you with all of the necessary knowledge to make an informed purchase, so when that info is lacking, take caution or steer clear.