Austa Somvichian-Clausen

New York

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Freelancer covering food, travel, design & culture.

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Articles

Want to Impress Guests With a Proper Sazerac or Sidecar? Reach for This Trending Liquor

1 week ago | mensjournal.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

A bottle of cognac might sound like something you’d find collecting dust at a stuffy old bar, but don’t count it out. The historic French liquor is experiencing a modern revival, stepping out of tradition and into the spotlight of contemporary cocktail culture. Bartenders are embracing its nuanced flavor profile. High-quality blends that were traditionally kept for a snifter are finding their way into everything from the classic sidecar to bold new concoctions.
Want to Impress Guests With a Proper Sazerac or Sidecar? Reach for This Trending Liquor

1 week ago | msn.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

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sapphic & the city by grotto: issue no. 10

3 weeks ago | austa.substack.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

Happy Friday, sapphics! I’m keeping the intro short and sweet today, since there is so much to dive into below for our first queer cookbook issue. I’m so excited about this one, both as a hospitality writer and a book lover. Personally, I just scoured a West Village estate sale and landed three Julia Childs’ books (including a first edition) that I can’t wait to dive into.
A Slice of Paradise with a Purpose at Blue Apple Beach

3 weeks ago | hotelsabovepar.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

Just twenty minutes by boat from the vibrant bustle of downtown Cartagena,Blue Apple Beach is an eleven room boutique hotel and beach club with heart. The laid-back yet luxurious retreat has been redefining what upscale Colombian hospitality can look like, blending its beachy atmosphere on Tierra Bomba Island with strong practices for sustainability and inclusivity.
StarChefs - Rise and Ramen

1 month ago | starchefs.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

Later, she launched a string of successful pop-ups, with eager new patrons flocking to try her riffs on the iconic Japanese dish, including bowls inspired by Southern ingredients like collard greens and bodega staples like the chopped cheese.
I'm a Frequent Flyer. Here Are the Best Airlines of 2025

1 month ago | msn.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

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I'm a Frequent Flyer. Here Are the Best Airlines of 2025

1 month ago | mensjournal.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

Delta AirlinesCourtesy ImageIf your only criteria for selecting an airline is the cheapest bottom line, you're missing out on some incredible benefits. Some airlines consistently rank among the best for consistency and customer satisfaction, while others provide a more robust range of flights to get to far-flung locales. Before you book your next great adventure—whether it be a vacation in the U.S. or a rugged adventure to a locale far, far away, consider our top airlines.
I'm a Frequent Flyer. Here Are the Best Airlines of 2025

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

Delta AirlinesCourtesy ImageGenerate Key TakeawaysIf your only criteria for selecting an airline is the cheapest bottom line, you're missing out on some incredible benefits. Some airlines consistently rank among the best for consistency and customer satisfaction, while others provide a more robust range of flights to get to far-flung locales. Before you book your next great adventure—whether it be a vacation in the U.S. or a rugged adventure to a locale far, far away, consider our top airlines.
I'm a Frequent Flyer. Here Are the Best Airlines of 2025

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

11 hours agoUS: FedEx Plane Makes Emergency Landing At Newark Airport After Bird Strike Ignites Engine FireVideo Location: Near Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey, US Video Recording Date/Time: March 1, 2025 A FedEx cargo plane made an emergency landing at the Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey on Saturday, March 1, after a bird strike caused an engine fire. No injuries were reported. This video shows the FedEx plane descending with its right-wing engine on fire.
This Is the World's Best Selling Spirit. Why Don't We Drink It in the U.S.?

2 months ago | mensjournal.com | Austa Somvichian-Clausen

Ask any spirits-educated American what's the world’s top selling liquor, and their answer might vary between whiskey, vodka, tequila, or gin. The answer, however, is baijiu, which moves more bottles annually than all four aforementioned spirits combined. The fiery Chinese liquor, which has been enjoyed for centuries, is deeply rooted in Chinese culture but has struggled to find a foothold in the U.S. That, however, may finally be changing.