What's Cookin' Today Hour ONE:
Aml ("Ah-mel") Ameen Talks About His New Role Opposite Kathy Bates in “Harry’s Law” as Malcolm!
Ameen began his career at the age of 7 when he attended the Barbara Speake Stage School in West London where he showed a passion and talent for dancing, singing and acting. He landed his first TV role in the British children’s series, “123 Hullabuloo.” At age 11, Ameen starred in his first stage role, playing young Sammy Davis Jr. in the West End production of “Jolson.” He went on to a leading role in the West End musical, “Oliver” and continued with many stage performances including touring with his own choreographed tap dance and performing with Michael Jackson at the 1996 Brit Awards with Jarvis Cocker. Upon graduation, Ameen landed the coveted role of Trife in the cult classic British indie film “Kidulthood.” His highly acclaimed performance and the film’s rave reviews earned Ameen a nomination for Best Newcomer at the 2006 Screen Nation Awards, as well as a spot in The London Times’ list of best new actors of the year. Ameen also won the 2007 Screen Nation Award for Best Actor on the BAFTA Award-winning hit series “The Bill.” Before venturing to Hollywood earlier this year, Ameen returned to the London stage to star in three plays simultaneously off the West End. His portrayals of three very different characters once again earned him critical reviews. In the play “Detaining Justice,” Ameen played the title character “Justice,” a Zimbabwean asylum seeker fleeing persecution for his political views. In “Category B,” he portrayed a convicted rapist who finds his faith in prison, and in “Seize the Day,” he played an intellectual street kid, likened to Tupac Shakur. Along with his acting career, Ameen has set up his own production company with his first feature screenplay already optioned by Revolver. He plans to continue with both acting and directing, while spending as much time in Los Angeles as possible.
For more info on Harry's Law, check out their website at www.nbc.com/harrys-law/
Nancy Siler Takes the Cake - and Tells Us How to Bake it and Decorate it!
Nancy Siler has been baking and decorating for over 25 years. In her hundreds of decorating demonstrations for programs on ABC, CBS, NBC, WGN, PBS, Discovery Channel and QVC Networks, Nancy has shown that everyone has the ability to serve something spectacular. As Vice President of Consumer Affairs and Public Relations for Wilton Industries, Inc., she helps make decorating easy and exciting for consumers. As Director of The Wilton School, Nancy continues to develop the world's most popular decorating courses.For more info on Nancy's show, check out the website at http://www.bakedecoratecelebrate.com/about/!
For more info about Nancy, check out her site at http://www.nancysiler.com/!
What's Cookin' Hour TWO:
Wine Producer Eva Bertran Tells Us How To WOW Our Sweethearts on Valentine's Day!
Pinot Noir pairs well with Valentine’s Day, however - love can be fickle and so can Pinot Noir! In both cases, a little tender loving care, respect, and attention to detail go a long way in growing it into something truly beautiful. So this Valentine’s Day, Gloria Ferrer is offering some Pinot Noir themed pairings both men and women can use to celebrate their love, beyond the standard gift of red roses and chocolate.For Her
- A night out on the town is always a treat, so tell her to get dressed up and be prepared to kick up her heels. Begin the evening at home with a glass of Gloria Ferrer VA de VI and a platter of fresh fruits and berries paired with Brie and crackers. Spoil her further with a limousine stocked with Gloria Ferrer Royal Cuvée, then hit the best club in town for a night of dancing.
- Or for a more romantic night, celebrate at Gloria Ferrer’s special Valentine's Day Concert planned for Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 7:30pm featuring Flamenco guitarist Eric Symons and special guest Patrick Imbimbo. Enjoy the sensual sounds of Flamenco while enjoying a decadent Dessert Buffet and 2 glasses of award winning sparkling wine. Price $35 per person, $29.75 per person wine club members.
- Women try to do it all, so a gift that is totally about pure luxury and relaxation will let her know she deserves to be pampered. Put together a custom made gift basket containing a bottle of Gloria Ferrer Brut Rosé, rose scented body butter and bath salts, and chocolate covered strawberries, for a purely indulgent night she won’t forget.
- They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. That means cooking him a great meal paired with the perfect wine. Start off with stuffed mushrooms and a bottle of Gloria Ferrer Carneros Pinot Noir to really set the mood. Follow that with braised short ribs, risotto, salad, and a bottle of Gloria Ferrer José S. Ferrer Pinot Noir, and the night is complete.
- Or if he enjoys sharing his wine knowledge with his friends, help him show off a little with a sophisticated wine decanter, stainless steel wine stoppers and a bottle of Gloria Ferrer 2005 Rust Rock Pinot Noir.
About Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards: The Ferrer family of Spain established Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards as the first sparkling wine house in California’s Sonoma Carneros region 25 years ago. In creating exceptional sparkling and still wines, blended to pair perfectly with a diverse array of food, Gloria Ferrer embodies Spanish winegrowing history, time-honored tradition and centuries-old sustainable practices. True to tradition, the Ferrer family’s culture of generosity is expressed in their commitment to high quality, affordable wines for everyone to enjoy.
For more information on Gloria Ferrer Wines, check out their website at http://www.gloriaferrer.com/!
Travel Guru's Nancy Gonzalez and Bonnie Sherman Take Us Sailing on the 7 Seas - the Silverseas, That Is!
In a global world of continually merging, multi-national conglomerates, Silversea Cruises is owned and operated by one family — the Lefebvres of Rome. That means genuine pride in ownership and a true Italian passion for embracing the best of life. And that also means a deep commitment to maintaining the high standards of cruise excellence that have been the cornerstone of Silversea from the very beginning.Silversea is recognised as the defining luxury cruise experience. In the early 1990s, the Lefebvre family conceived and organised this unique, luxury cruise line, pledging to build and operate the highest quality ships in the ultra-luxury segment and to offer a product unlike any other. Silversea launched its first ship in 1994, thus creating a new niche for the ultra-luxury travel market with a class of smaller, purpose-built vessels that could slip into more exotic ports off the beaten path.These elite and intimate ships are specifically designed for fewer guests, featuring more space and the highest levels of personalized service.
Accommodations are amongst the largest at sea; all have ocean views and butler service and most feature private verandas.Dining is an exquisite affair with open-seating options so guests dine when, where and with whom they desire. But what is also unique is that although the ships are intimate, they incorporate amenities usually found only on larger ships, such as an elaborate show lounge featuring nightly entertainment, casino, and state-of-the-art spa and fitness facilities.
As an innovator in the ultra-luxury cruise segment with all-inclusive pricing and an unmatched onboard lifestyle, Silversea is the preferred luxury cruise line among modern affluent travellers from across the globe – providing for a convivial cosmopolitan ambience and yet another unique Silversea distinction.Following the launch of Silver Cloud in 1994, Silver Wind in 1995, Silver Shadow in 2000 and Silver Whisper in 2001, Silversea introduced Silversea Expeditions aboard the Prince Albert II in 2008, offering the uncommon experience of authentic adventure combined with signature Silversea luxury.
In late 2009, Silver Spirit debuted as Silversea’s beautiful new flagship. Together, these magnificent Silversea cruise ships offer an expansive schedule of worldwide voyages that encompass all seven continents.Silversea caters to the cosmopolitan world traveller and maintains branch offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia and Singapore. The company’s headquarters are based in Monaco.
For more information on this fabulous cruise line, check out their website at http://www.silversea.com