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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Red Lobster has seen a long stretch of dark days, but there may finally be a light at the end of the tunnel. A court approved its bankruptcy plans for a sale.
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Upping your at-home coffee game requires quite a bit of finesse, but you can prove your prowess worthy by avoiding this one crucial mistake.
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There's no flavor that will transport you to the island of Cuba quite like mojo. The spicy and acidic concoction makes for a delicious steak marinade.
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French onion soup is remarkably simple, but insanely flavorful. Chef Alton Brown ups the flavor even further by including this dry white wine.
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Once they've been portioned out and served, dump cake and spoon cake look remarkably similar. Here are the differences between the two desserts.
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The iconic star's martini preparation required a specific technique, but it's not difficult to learn and you can try it at home with your next cocktail.
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Weeknight meals don't always have to be complex to be exciting. Adding this frozen ingredient to canned soup really enhances the meal.
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We all know burrata is fantastic with pasta, but did you know that the delicious cheese pairs beautifully with a bowl of homemade tomato soup?
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Attempting to peel your hard-boiled eggs immediately after they have finished cooking is a recipe for disaster. Wait about 15 minutes before peeling.
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Coca-Cola has big sustainability goals for its packaging. However, according to an environmentalist group, the drink juggernaut is falling short.
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The music playing at a restaurant helps sets the atmosphere, but the staff probably can't change the music that's playing if you don't like it. Here's why.
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For congee that doesn't take close to an hour to break down and turn creamy, use some sneaky food science and freeze the rice to help it cook faster.
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Yelp allows restaurant goers to air grievances, but now the site is complaining about Google in a lawsuit accusing the search engine of manipulating results.
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With a quick toss on the waffle iron, you can whip up deliciously crispy tofu waffles in minutes. An endlessly customizable option for the curious.
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Pizza bagels are great, but they can be a dime a dozen sometimes. Switch it up by using the waffle fries buried in your freezer for a toothsome take.
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Food was a cornerstone to President Herbert Hoover's life and career. His favorite recipe was a testament to comfort, which he sought to provide others.
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Fans of bourbon balls, a classic confection rich with nutty, chocolatey, boozy flavors, should try mixing up this super easy cocktail version ASAP.
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If you're looking for a delectable pastry you can't go wrong with either a cinnamon roll or a honey bun. Here are the differences between the two.
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They're a delicious snack on their own, but tinned sardines are also a wicked versatile ingredient in myriad recipes from pasta to dips to Niçoise salad.
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Tomato soup is one of life's most decadent pleasures. However, the fun doesn't stop there. Turn it up a notch by tossing some melty cheeses in!
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Anchovies are a key ingredient in Caesar salad dressing, but they are capable of upgrading so many other types of salad dressing in major ways too.
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There are many European cased meats out there, and bratwurst and kielbasa are two of the most common. But what is the difference between these two sausages?
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In the post-pandemic world, restaurant dining largely returned to normal, but some things remained changed. Dining time limits might be here to stay.
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In another avant-garde twist from the self-described "foodist," Alton Brown revealed that he swaps pork for turkey when he makes a Cuban sandwich.
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Ranch dressing lends a rich moisture component to dry cornbread mix not unlike buttermilk, another classic cornbread ingredient.
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Pasta salad is a quintessential and tasty summer dish. Try switching up the texture and flavor of your next batch with crispy roasted sweet potatoes.
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If you've never experienced the pure joy that is hot giardiniera stop what you're doing right now, pack your things, and get on a flight to Chicago.