Liz Provencher

New York

Writer and Editor at Freelance

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Xabia, Spain, Is a Favorite Town Among Locals-With Secret Beaches and Michelin-starred Dining

2 weeks ago | travelandleisure.com | Liz Provencher

A serene beach in Xabia, Spain. Credit: MEDITERRANEAN/Getty Images Top 5 Can’t MissFind your favorite secret beach. Hike Montgó massif for soaring views of the coast. Try local dishes like cocas and paella. Splurge at Michelin-starred restaurants. Stay at a thoughtfully curated boutique hotel. In Spain, there's no shortage of beach towns where you'll find sandy stretches or rocky coastlines and crystal-clear, turquoise water. But these beautiful destinations haven’t quite been kept a secret.
Most Americans Drink Arabica Coffee, but It's Time to Take a Closer Look at Robusta

2 weeks ago | foodandwine.com | Liz Provencher

Credit: Food & Wine / Natalia Gdovskaia / Jose A. Bernat Bacete / Getty Images When you take that first sip of morning coffee, it’s likely there’s little on your mind beyond getting a jolt of caffeine to jumpstart the day. But there’s a lot to learn about what’s brewing inside your cup. While there are nearly 120 different varieties of coffee plants, arabica and robusta are the only two that can be harvested for their beans.
What Is a Truffle? How to Buy and Enjoy All Types of Truffles

3 weeks ago | lapatiala.com | Liz Provencher

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The Sumptuous $12 Amazon Sheets I Discovered at a Boutique Hotel

1 month ago | architecturaldigest.com | Liz Provencher

All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. As a travel writer, I sleep on dozens of hotel mattresses every year. But on a recent trip to the Catskills, I did something I’ve never done before. I climbed into bed during my serene, hillside stay at The Henson, then immediately jumped out to check the tag on the sheets—they were just that soft.
Inside the High-Tech Arms Race to Make the Coldest Martini

1 month ago | wineenthusiast.com | Liz Provencher

Perhaps no classic cocktail is as customizable as the martini. Gin or vodka? Shaken or stirred? Dirty or extra dirty? Even with so many different preferences and permutations, there is one thing that all martini drinkers can agree on: It’s gotta be cold. Making a cold martini and keeping it that way was once as easy as throwing half of it in a sidecar, a simple-yet-effective carafe that sits nestled in ice until it’s time to refill.
New York wine bars, favoured by the experts

1 month ago | roadbook.com | Liz Provencher

Like all things in New York City, the wine scene is ever changing. The rise of natural and biodynamic wine in the last decade has mellowed and in every corner of the city you’ll find thoughtful globe and style-spanning bottle lists. “The places that are really doing it well curate deep, thoughtful wine selections that tempt both the average consumer and a more seasoned wine enthusiast,” says Ellis Srubas-Giammanco, wine director at Penny restaurant in the East Village.
Bartenders Are the Ultimate Waste Fighters in Restaurants

1 month ago | wineenthusiast.com | Liz Provencher

Sneak into Chicago’s Indienne as the team is preparing for dinner service, and you might see head mixologist Akshar Chalwadi behind the bar tossing fish parts from the kitchen into a vat of gin. The Indian fine-dining restaurant features sea bass and smoked salmon on its menu, but those dishes leave behind byproducts that Chalwadi thinks could be valuable and delicious.
6 NYC Hotels Where Drinking at the Bar Is Even Better Than Checking In

1 month ago | wineenthusiast.com | Liz Provencher

Checking into a luxurious hotel room is great, but enjoying the space without having to swipe your card for the night is even better. Beyond the convenience factor, many New Yorkers list hotel bars as their favorite places to drink in the city. You can kick back surrounded by glamorous decor, indulge in some salacious people-watching and drink some of the best classic cocktails in the city.
12 Pro-Loved Brooklyn Bars to Add to Your List

2 months ago | wineenthusiast.com | Liz Provencher

Brooklyn is full of excellent drinking establishments, dozens of which could be considered the “best.” So, to narrow down a list of the borough’s stand-out bars, we asked industry pros for the Brooklyn spots that they frequent the most—where they take out-of-towners, where they head after closing down their own bar and where they go for the casual weeknight hang. The result is a list of surprisingly under-the-radar spots.
18 Best Weekend Getaways From NYC

2 months ago | travelandleisure.com | Liz Provencher

There are countless ways to spend a weekend in New York City, but sometimes, you just need to escape the grind. The best weekend getaways will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to get back to the hustle and bustle after a few blissful days away. Fortunately for New Yorkers, an escape from the Big Apple is never more than a few hours away.