Xenia Turner

Location

Burlington, VT

School

University of Colorado Boulder, Manhattanville College

Expertise

Hospitality, DIY Cooking & Mixology, Food History

A front-of-house service industry veteran, she's worked for James Beard-nominated chefs from coast to coast.
She's a big proponent of the "Slow Food" philosophy — similar to "Farm-to-Table" practices — its main principles promote local and seasonal consumption, fair market practices, and food sustainability.
An inspired mixologist, she designed the cocktail menu for her wedding, creating four signature, crowd-pleasing, and whimsically gothic drinks.

Experience

Xenia, the daughter of a chef/restauranteur duo, has been immersed in the food and beverage industry from a young age. In 2013, she helped her parents open their third restaurant, an après ski tavern in Vermont, designing a bar program that featured seasonally inspired craft cocktails. While an art student in the foodie city of Philadelphia, Xenia developed a deep interest in the intersections of food, history, and culture, and she sought out ethnic culinary traditions during her travels across the country. An avid home cook with a love for hospitality, Xenia regularly hosts dinner parties for friends, modernizing her family's old-world scratch recipes and mixing up signature cocktails to pair with them.

Education

Xenia has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Colorado Boulder in ethnic studies and a Masters of Fine Arts degree from Manhattanville College in creative writing.

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Stories By Xenia Turner

Cocktails and Spirits

Cocktails and Spirits By Xenia Turner

10 Styles Of Gin And How To Serve Them

Not all gin is created the same and different flavor profiles can affect your cocktails final expression. Here's what to know about different gin styles.
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Restaurants

Restaurants By Xenia Turner

10 Restaurants With A Perfect View Of Niagara Falls

Take an unforgettable trip to Niagara Falls and dine at these top riverside restaurants that offer unobstructed views of the river’s breathtaking cascades.
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Cookware

Cookware By Xenia Turner

Anthony Bourdain's 10 Favorite Kitchen Tools

Every professional chef has a roster of kitchen tools that are always at their fingertips. These are the tools Anthony Bourdain always kept handy.
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Cocktails and Spirits

Cocktails and Spirits By Xenia Turner

13 Delicious Cocktails You Can Make From Dunkin' Drinks

Dunkin' has an extensive menu of beverages for any time of day. When mixed with a spirit or two, they can even work as the base for a tasty tipple.
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Cocktails and Spirits

Cocktails and Spirits By Xenia Turner

10 Luxury Tequila Brands That Are Actually Worth It

With so many tequilas on the market, it can seem like luxury brands are just fancy bottles without substance. Some brands, however, warrant their high price.
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Cocktails and Spirits

Cocktails and Spirits By Xenia Turner

10 Classic Cocktails You Should Upgrade With Coconut Milk

If you're unsure how to use that leftover can of coconut milk that's hanging around in the pantry, these classic cocktails offer a few easy (and exciting) ways.
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