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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Fast Food
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These fast food giants both offer seemingly comparable fish sandwiches, but in reality, they taste pretty different. Here's what goes into each one.
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Gardening
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Cilantro fares best when in well-draining, slightly acidic soil. If your soil is more alkaline, fear not, there are easy additions using common kitchen finds.
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Food History
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This year, America is celebrating its 250th birthday. Let's take a look back at the special items McDonald's threw on the menu for America's 200th.
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Shopping Tips
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Each generation is guilty of some misguided food or grocery choice that comes back to bite them. This is the habit that Boomers just can't shake.
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World Cuisines
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Your Brussels sprouts will be anything but dull and mushy with the addition of one spicy, crunchy, subtly fiery and highly versatile Asian condiment.
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Fast Food
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Long John Silver's did away with the side dish seemingly about a decade ago, but even in recent years, customers are still online lamenting this loss.
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Cooking Tips
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We're shining the culinary-technique spotlight on beer-braising. Your salmon game is about to get a major upgrade.
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Design & Decor
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We're making the case for an old-school gem that's as charming as it is practical.
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Fast Food
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If you feel like Chipotle has been skimping on the barbacoa in your bowl, you're not mistaken — here's how much you're actually supposed to get.
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Shopping Tips
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Tasting Table has discovered a convenient store-bought brownie that satisfies as well as homemade.
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Food History
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Historic culinary trends were often shaped by availability and heritage. This meat product came from Europe but simply doesn't appeal to the U.S. youth today.
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Food History
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The lives of Revolutionary soldiers is unimaginable for many of us today, but the American love of meat hasn't changed. Beef was a staple throughout the war.
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Coffee and Tea
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Iced coffee beverages have seen a rapid rise in the past decade or so, with predictions that keep looking up. Here's what's behind this caffeine trend.
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Gardening
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Keep squirrels out of your vegetable garden with a simple, natural deterrent that’s easy to use and helps protect your plants from rodent damage.
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Shopping Tips
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Picnics are a wonderful way to enjoy the warm weather, but functionality is as important as aesthetics when choosing a picnic basket. Here's what to consider.
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Fast Food
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Of all the McDonald's menu items, the Filet-O-Fish might just have the most lore — and a memorable jingle to match.
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Shopping Tips
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Grocery costs have been rising, so it's hard to know what household costs are inflation or overspending. This guide breaks down how your budget should look.
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According to her private chef, Elizabeth Taylor was an especially avid fan of this chocolate treat.
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Food History
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More often than not, Abraham Lincoln did not imbibe. The reasons as to why, however, are unique at best.
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Whether you enjoy it at the start of your day or as a midnight snack, these abundant bowlfuls are designed to satisfy.
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Exclusives
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Guinness is one of the most popular brands worldwide, but it's quickly becoming one of the most expensive too. Here's why the price continues to increase.
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Food Facts
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Chances are that you've heard about this old-school, oyster-eating rule. But, it's time to consider the "R" rule a thing of the past.
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Gardening
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Folk remedies can be hit or miss, but this gardening one is widely-known, despite glaring questions arising from the key product in question.
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Stores And Chains
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Grocery store chains are huge operations and even some giants fall eventually. This beloved chain employed over 7,000 people, many of whom were local residents.
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Casual Dining
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The famed cheese grater is a cornucopia, but it must be handled appropriately. Besides logistics, OG has some valid reasons for not making it a free-for-all.
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Cooking Tips
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This ingredient is the creative topping that most foodies never think to put on pastrami sandwiches.
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Food History
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Lay's often releases creative flavors, and when it ran a promotion asking the public to submit unique chip ideas, this one delivered. Unfortunately, it failed.
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