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Larry Van Aalst Sommelier "Equus Restaurant"
The Equus Restaurant and Loungebar has been transformed into an inviting casual dining experience. The California fusion menu highlights local ingredients and emphasizes classic flavors with Mediterranean, Spanish and French influences. The Loungebar features Friday evening wine tasting and Saturday entertainment. Equus Restaurant and Loungebar…make it your next stop.
Joel Fisher - "Wine Guru" - lists Wine Events Nationwide
The wine columnist for the Culinary Connection of the Chefs de Cuisine Association of California. He was a Contributing Editor of Patterson's Beverage Journal. From 1999 to 2006 he was a wine instructor for the Culinary Arts Department of the Art Institute of California-Los Angeles and is a founding partner of the educational Wine Vine and Dine, which conducts programs throughout CA
Al Martino - "Trying to Find My Way" Italian Legend talks about his favorite places to eat.
Al Martino, born Alfred Cini, made his singing debut over 40 years ago in Philadelphia with the song Here In My Heart. What a debut it was! The title instantaneously sold over one million copies. With this ballad, Mr. Martino became the first American artist to hit number one in the British "single" charts during 1952, consequently putting him into the Guinness Book of World Records. How did this landslide breakthrough occur? In his earlier years, Martino worked hard in the family's construction business, but in the evenings, he used what little free time he had, to perform in clubs and bars of his neighborhood. It wasn't until Mario Lanza, already a celebrity at the time (and friend of the family), encouraged young Martino to pursue a musical career, and to move to New York. By 1950, Martino landed a much sought-after record deal with Capitol Records, after winning the first prize in Arthur Godfrey's "Talent Scout Show." When Lanza was approached by Capitol to sing Here In My Heart, time constraints on his schedule provided the opportunity for newcomer Al Martino to step in and sing the song. Martino has also proven himself to be taken seriously as a film actor. In 1972, he played that much sought-after role of Johnny Fontane in Frances Ford Coppola's epic film The Godfather. Thus, he gained the respect of his fellow actors, including Marlon Brando and Robert Duvall. Martino also sang the film's title score, The Love Theme From The Godfather.
Chef Kevin Roberts - 4th of July Barbecues (wrap on weekend happenings)
It's definitely cool to know how to cook. First of all, it automatically defines you as a independent person. Nobody likes a person that can't fend for themselves. Second, the opposite sex finds it very sexy. Trust me on this one, I know. If you don't, I suggest you move back in with your parents and start collecting government checks.
Reno Collier - Host - NBC's "The Great American Road Trip"
A former physical education teacher, West Virginia native Reno Collier has endeared himself to a wide range of audiences from college students to church softball teams. With a contagious laugh and friendly, almost intoxicating demeanor, Collier’s observations often find him recalling mishaps of his West Virginia cousins, his Scottish heritage, unruly in-laws and even alien abductions. Collier’s journey began at the Punchline Comedy Club in Atlanta, Georgia, where he tended bar to supplement his day job. One night he found himself on stage during the weekly open mike night. His unique outlook on life - mixed with a six-pack -- was instantly popular and provided a platform to launch a career as a comedian. In addition, Collier has built a reputation by selling out comedy clubs and colleges nationwide. In 2004 he joined Larry The Cable Guy on the hugely successful “2004 Tour of America.” Collier's other national tours look more like a comedian's wish-list than a resume, including theater and arena tours with the legendary Jeff Foxworthy and Bill Engvall. In January 2007, he re-joined Larry the Cable Guy for his wildly successful arena tour currently spanning the United States and Canada. Collier’s past TV credits include “Late Friday,” “Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher,” “The Martin Short Show,” “The List” and “Premium Blend.” In 2005 and 2006, Collier headlined the “Comics on Duty” tour for American troops stationed in Iraq. He is a regular fixture on the "Bob & Tom" syndicated radio show and Country Music Television (CMT), where he hosts various specials for the network. He has performed at the prestigious HBO Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, Colorado and the Montreal Comedy Festival. In 2005, he taped his own “Comedy Central Presents” half-hour special. He can currently be heard during his weekly call-ins to the Blue Collar Comedy Channel on Sirius Satellite Radio.