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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Whirlpool was once a trusted name for appliances, but its reputation has taken a hit recently. Here's what contemporary consumers say about the brand's quality.
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Cookbooks
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Before forging a media empire, Martha Stewart literally wrote the book on "Entertaining" — which included these wise words still relevant today.
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Fast Food
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Sorry, seafood lovers, but the McDonald's Filet-O-Fish didn't do so great in our ultimate ranking. Here's why we weren't overly impressed with the sandwich.
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Beer and Wine
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Although these two aromatic white wines may both have origins in France, each boasts a totally unique profile and level of versatility.
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Cookware
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Durable, yes. Invincible, no. Le Creuset customers know that investing in and caring for the enameled cookware can come at a price.
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Fast Food
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Once touted as quick, convenient, and cost-effective, fast food just isn't what it used to be — and countless Americans are taking notice.
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Beer and Wine
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The world of wine can be intimidating, especially if you don't already know what you like. But ordering one at a restaurant doesn't have to be.
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A range hood is a real workhorse in your kitchen, keeping strong smells, smoke, and grease at bay. This is how long it typically lasts, plus how to maintain it.
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Fast Food
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We all have our tried-and-true sub order when it comes to grabbing a quick lunch, but sometimes it's fun to try someone else's ordering tricks.
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Fast Food
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Calling this BK side the best choice for chicken fans would be a whopper, and we don't mean the burger. Multiple people have found it disappointingly bland.
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Though it uses the iconic Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 as a base, there are two primary reasons Tennessee Honey can't be classified as a whiskey.
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Bottles of Don Julio 1942, have been spotted at a midwest Costco location for an almost unbelievable price — as customers say, you "can't afford not to buy it."
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Maybe you haven't reached that point in your life where you've been a Costco member for a few decades yet, but this is what you get for 40 years of loyalty.
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Fast Food
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Culver's offers a handful of memorable side dishes that enhance your ButterBurger and custard experience. Unless you order this one.
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Ever wondered what was poured from those dusty old bottles in a Wild West saloon? This rye whiskey was born in Pennsylvania, but thrived out west.
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Fast Food
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The best milkshake from a national fast food chain is from a spot that many customers visit solely for the ice cream, according to Reddit users.
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Food History
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During the Great Depression, sandwich fillings took a resourceful turn. People ate ingredients between bread they may have preferred not to, like this spread.
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Beer and Wine
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From aroma and body to food pairings and alcohol levels, these two white wines offer surprisingly different drinking experiences worth knowing.
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Gabrielle Hamilton lit up the New York City dining scene with her highly lauded restaurant, Prune — but this success did not come easily.
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Fast Food
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If you love sauce, but detest a soggy sandwich, you aren't alone. To keep a Jersey Mike's sub from becoming too saturated, always make this request.
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Food Facts
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Tartar sauce and horseradish sauce look similar and both usually contain mayonnaise, but that's about as far as the similarities go between these condiments.
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Kitchen Tools
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Le Creuset is one of the most popular brands in cookware, and it typically has a sky-high price tag to go along with it. Here's how to get the best discounts.
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Shopping Tips
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DiGiorno and Red Baron are two of the most popular options for frozen pizza, but according to Redditors, one brand blows the other out of the water.
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Cooking Tips
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There are many ways to repurpose leftover pot roast, but our favorite might be working it into a savory breakfast dish. Here's what you need to know.
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Jack Daniel's one produced a whiskey so strong that it needed a special cork to keep things bottled up. Plus, it's technically not allowed on a plane.
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Healthy Eating
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Forget everything you know about the benefits of paper straws. Studies show that these plastic alternatives might have a few health-related drawbacks.
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Costco's freezer aisle can be a lifesaver on busy mornings — and its latest addition saves you from sitting in the Chick-fil-A drive-thru before work or school.
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