8/8 HEALTHY LIVING EXPERT MARGARET MARSHALL, HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY, IAN BLACKBURN, WINE LA, BEEKEEPER CELLARS

HEALTHY LIVING EXPERT  MARGARET MARSHALL – AUTHOR, HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY: LOSE WEIGHT, FEEL GREAT

There's no quick fix to weight loss.  In her new book, HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY:  Lose Weight, Feel Great , healthy living expert Margaret Marshall says that living healthy means changing a lifetime of unhealthy patterns and habits.  She points out that, "The weight loss industry has brainwashed us to believe the best diets are the ones that promise amazing results in a short amount of time.  This couldn't be farther from the truth. . ."

HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY: Lose Weight, Feel Great 
STOP THINKING DIET AND START THINKING LIVING HEALTHY

Losing weight isn’t about fad diets or food deprivation, but rather about changing one’s attitudes toward food, according to healthy living expert Margaret Marshall.

Living healthy means changing a lifetime of unhealthy patterns and habits, Marshall explains in her new book, HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY:  Lose Weight, Feel Great.  It’s about realizing there is no quick fix, no need for perfection, and that there is always room for improvement.  “It is not dependent on the numbers on a scale, but rather on how you conduct your thoughts and feelings, and how you manage the many challenges throughout the years,” she says sharing the message that she stresses in her Huffington Post column and in her frequent television interviews.
Unfortunately, consumers have been bombarded with messages that losing weight can be done with little time or effort.  “The weight loss industry has brainwashed us to believe the best diets are the ones that promise amazing results in a short amount of time,” says Marshall.  “This couldn’t be farther from the truth; the reality is healthy living means living healthy for a lifetime.”

HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY OFFERS READERS ADVICE ON: 
• How to live
• How to think
• How to build self-esteem
• How to enjoy healthy holidays
• How to deal with others
• How to deal with emotional eating

The book provides practical tools and insights to improve every aspect of life – relationships, environment, and level of success.  It includes the Five-Finger Food Guide, an easy-to-use technique that will remind readers how to choose food wisely, how to eat a balanced diet, and how to eat the correct portions and combination of food.

Marshall encourages readers to stop thinking about dieting, and instead start thinking about living healthy regardless of the time of day or year, making choices and decisions that are in line with living healthy, and incorporating health into every aspect of their lives.

HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY provides an easy-to-understand, easy-to-follow format.  Each chapter includes a worksheet for readers to record their progress.  By revisiting chapters, readers can see how they have changed over time and continue to build on those changes.  Each chapter also includes a Weight-A-Minute, a positive affirmation that enables readers to make wise choices and guide them through difficult challenges, such as:

• Eating pleasure is momentary, my goals are forever. 
• Being a healthier, happier, more active person is not what I do.  It’s who I am! 
• Exercise is an appreciation of the incredible body that sustains my life. 
• Knowledge, patience, and practice are the cornerstones to my weight loss and good health. 
• Eating smart is about my health and quality of life.  There is no finish line or race to the end. 

Reversing a pattern of unhealthy thoughts and habits that have accumulated over one’s lifetime requires time and patience.  “There is no timeline,” says Marshall.  “Let your weight loss be the by-product of healthy living, rather than the focus.  It’s the only way to lose and maintain your weight.”
For anyone who is concerned about their health or weight, health care professionals, and anyone interested in promoting and achieving a feeling of well being, the concepts in HEALTHY LIVING MEANS LIVING HEALTHY will enable readers to achieve goals that may at first seem unattainable.

WWW.MARGARETMARSHALLASSOCIATES.COM


IAN BLACKBURN – OWNER/FOUNDER, WINE LA & FOUNDER/CO-WINEMAKER, BEEKEEPER CELLARS – TALKS UPCOMING EVENTS

ABOUT IAN BLACKBURN
Ian drinks wine for a living and plans 50¬‐100 public and private events a year. Ian stays busy buying collectible wines for high profile clients, planning luxury wine  trips  for  his  audience,  hosting  corporate  events,  and  studying  for  his  Master of Wine. Since  1995,  LearnAboutWine  has  done  the  hard  work  of  building  a  better  culture for fine wine, opening the doors for more quality products to enter the  marketplace  and  has  taught  over  800,000  students.    With  a  reach  of  over 80,000  current  subscribers  and  followers,  LearnAboutWine  now  focuses  on  the  best  quality  events and classes, and wine credential programs which have graduated over 1000 wine students in the last 9 years with a Junior Wine Executive credential (JWE).

ABOUT BEEKEEPER CELLARS
Beekeeper Cellars is the vision of best friends and co-winemakers Ian Blackburn and Clay Mauritson. The two collaborated after adventurous individual careers in the wine business, and at last, decided to work together on a project of their own.

Clay, a 7th generation grape grower, and his family found themselves the owners of a significant slice of the Rockpile Appellation, through an amazing set of historical land transactions. The Mauritson family realized the potential and parented the creation of the ROCKPILE AVA. In 1998, Ian and Clay climbed the hill and watched the Madrone Spring Vineyard get planted, while discussing the future of Rockpile and the dream it represented.

In 2008, Clay saw the fruits of his family's labor taking shape and came to Ian with a unique opportunity to source some of the Rockpile fruit. He told Ian in the difficult days of 2008, “now is the time to get in and build the business and have it take shape as the market improves, and to not wait until business is strong as you will have a hard time getting access to the right quality assets.” Ian took heed of Clay’s wise comment and said "When your best friend is Clay Mauritson and he offers Rockpile fruit and to assist with winemaking…... you make Zinfandel.”

In Los Angeles, Ian operates a specialty wine marketing organization known as wineLA and has pioneered wine education for the past 20 years (since 1995) through www.learnaboutwine.com and www.wineLA.com.  Beekeeper Cellars is also involved in Ian’s Masters of Wine Thesis project and provides him the winemaking training he requires to help pass the difficult Masters of Wine exam...an ongoing pursuit.

WWW.WINELA.COM
WWW.BEEKEEPERCELLARS.COM

8/4 ELIZABETH WERNER, RON MATHEWS, WESTERN FOODSERVICE & HOSPITALITY EXPO

THE TOY INDUSTRY’S PREMIER PLAYER, ELIZABETH WERNER, TALKS BACK-TO-SCHOOL TOOLS (AND TOYS!)   

While we all enjoy the beautiful, long summer days, it’s inevitable that another school year is around the corner. As we look ahead to the back-to-school season, parents will be in search of educational (and entertaining) tools that can help their children thrive in the classroom. 

 

As children are soon-to-be getting ready to head back to school, Elizabeth will be on hand with the hottest ways to learn through play… whether a tiny tot or a creative pre-teen, Elizabeth will show/tell and demo the latest and greatest in the fun-filled toy industry. 

SPECIFICALLY, HERE IS WHAT WE ARE “PLAYING WITH”…

• For the Tiny Techies – Elizabeth will discuss and demo cutting edge tools designed to help little tech buffs learn and improve their reading skills 
• Elementary Coursework – From reading and writing to science and math, Elizabeth will hone in on toys that touch on multiple school subjects   
• Stock up on Supplies – Elizabeth will reveal the most fun coloring tools, school labels and other handy items to get back in the groove 

Elizabeth Werner is a renowned toy industry expert. Werner has appeared on dozens of broadcast outlets including The View, Fox & Friends, CNN and Access Hollywood to discuss the latest industry trends. Werner also appears as a regular child lifestyle expert on QVC. She was recognized by the Women in Toy Association as the “woman to watch in the toy industry.”

RON MATHEWS – VP, WESTERN FOODSERVICE & HOSPITALITY EXPO IN LA (AUGUST 28 - 30, 2016)

THE 2016 WESTERN FOODSERVICE & HOSPITALITY EXPO 

The Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo is a premier 3-day event encompassing everything restaurant and foodservice professionals need to master the emerging trends, up their profits, energize their business and engage their customers in unique and memorable ways. Join 8,000+ peers, and have access to the hottest menu trends, state of the art design and decor, the best in business education and 500 of the leading vendors and purveyors dedicated to serving the restaurant & foodservice community -- all under one roof.

2016 Dates: Sunday, August 28, 2016 - Tuesday, August 30, 2016 

Location: The Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA

Event includes:

• Exhibit floor featuring over 500 leading companies.

• Educational Sessions in the Ferdinand Metz Foodservice Forum giving attendees a chance to increase their knowledge on the latest technology and trends.

• Special Feature Areas on the show floor include the Food Trends Experience, International Pavilion, Culinary Demonstration Pavilion, Beer, Wine and Spirits Pavilion, and much more. 

The Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo gathers thousands of restaurant and foodservice professionals to gain experience and knowledge on how to become more informed, more educated, more competitive, and more profitable in the industry. The tradeshow and conference started in 1936. The 2016 event will take place August 28-30 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. 

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR ATTENDEE REGISTRATION?

• Full access each show day to the Exhibit Hall with 650+ leading industry suppliers—including 150+ that are completely new to the show.

• Open access to the Ferdinand Metz Foodservice Forum (with Exhibits plus Pass Registration).

• Exciting Special Events, including:

• The Food Trends Experience

• The APPstore - NEW!

• Beer, Wine & Spirits Pavilion -- NEW!

• NEW International Showcase featuring the Sabor Latino Pavilion  and Japan Pavilion

• Healthy Choice Options Pavilion

• Culinary Clash: Battle Los Angeles

• Culinary Demonstration Theater

• Torch Award Presentation

• New Product Showcase

• and more!

WWW.WESTERNFOODEXPO.COM

8/3 LARRY LIPSON, JOSEPH NATIVO, KUMON NORTH AMERICA, USA SWIMMER AND 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES MEDALIST, CAITLIN LEVERENZ, MILK LIFE CAMPAIGN

LARRY LIPSON – 
AFFORDABLE WINE REPORT 

For fifty years Larry Lipson was the food critic for the Los Angeles Daily News and now reports from Florida weekly with his thoughts and favorite picks for Food & Wine.  His lovely Wife Lillian is also on hand at the Lipson Institute for advanced wine studies.





JOSEPH NATIVO - VP OF FINANCE FOR KUMON NORTH AMERICA - PARENTPRENEURS: THE NEW AMERICAN DREAM FRANCHISING IS GAINING POPULARITY AMONG PARENTS WITH THE DREAM OF BUSINESS OWNERSHIP

PARENTPRENEURS: THE NEW AMERICAN DREAM
Franchising is gaining popularity among parents with the dream of business ownership

Moms across the nation are trading in their soccer-mom status for a new title- business owner. Parents no longer have to choose between raising a family and maintaining a rewarding career. Franchising is helping aspiring “parentpreneurs” achieve their dreams of owning a successful business, minus the hassle of starting from scratch. Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, employing over 50 percent of working Americans. Investing in a small business franchise offers all of the benefits of business-ownership, without all of the time-consuming and overwhelming details.

Joseph Nativo from Kumon is available to discuss why franchising is a great way to make your business-owning dreams a reality. He will provide information on Kumon Math and Reading Centers in your area as well as the projected growth rate for 2016.  He will also provide tips to those listeners who are interested in starting their own franchise.

MORE ABOUT JOSEPH NATIVO:
Joe Nativo serves as Vice President of Finance and a member of the Executive Team for Kumon North America. He oversees the corporate reporting and financial management for the North American operations. In his more than 20-year tenure with Kumon, Mr. Nativo has been critically involved in Kumon’s mission to help all children fulfill their potential through education. In the last few years, he was instrumental in opening nine new Kumon Corporate Centers in New York City. Mr. Nativo is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts and the New Jersey Society of CPAs. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Rutgers University and a CPA license in the State of New Jersey.

WWW.KUMONFRANCHISE.COM


USA SWIMMER AND 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES MEDALIST, CAITLIN LEVERENZ - MILK LIFE CAMPAIGN 

As the world gears up for the Olympic USA Swimmer and 2012 Olympic Games medalist, Caitlin Leverenz joins the show!

Caitlin is an Olympic veteran and can provide valuable insights on what it’s like to train, prepare and compete on the world’s biggest stage against the world’s best athletes.

Additionally, Caitlin credits her Olympic success to her biggest fan, her mother, who is also available for an interview upon request. Caitlin’s mother, Jeannine could provide color into raising an elite Olympic athlete and witnessing the hard work payoff.

ABOUT CAITLIN
Caitlin Leverenz is an American competition swimmer who specializes in breaststroke and medley events. She won the bronze medal in the 200-meter individual medley event at the 2012 Summer Olympics.

College career
Leverenz received an athletic scholarship to attend the University of California, Berkeley, where she swam for coach Teri McKeever's California Golden Bearsswimming and diving team in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) competition. At the NCAA national championships in 2011, she swam the breaststroke legs for the Golden Bears' winning relay teams in the 4x50-yard and 4x100-yard medley relay events; the Bears set a new American and NCAA record time of 1:35.03 in the 4x50 medley. At the 2012 NCAA national championships, she again was a member of the Bears' winning 4x50-yard and 4x100-yard medley relay teams, as well as winning individual national championships in the 200-yard individual medley and the 200-yard breaststroke events. She was a key contributor to the Golden Bears winning two NCAA national team championships in three years. She was the recipient of the Honda Sports Award for Swimming and Diving, recognizing her as the outstanding college female swimmer of 2011–12.

International career
Leverenz represented the United States in Brazil for the World Youth Championships and in the Mutual of Omaha Duel in the Pool. She won the gold medal and broke the meet record in the 200-meter breaststroke at the 2007 Pan American Games. At theUnited States Swimming National Championships in 2007, she won the U.S. championship in the 400-meter individual medley.

At the 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials, she placed fourth in both the 200-meter and 400-meter individual medley. She also finished third in the 200-meter breaststroke, just missing out on making the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team.

2012 Summer Olympic Games
At the 2012 United States Olympic Trials in Omaha, Nebraska, Leverenz made the U.S. Olympic team by finishing first in the 200-meter individual medley and second in the 400-meter individual medley. She also competed in the 200-meter breaststroke, but finished in eighth place in the final. At the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, she won her first Olympic medal, a bronze, in the finals of the 200-meter individual medley. She also competed in the 400-meter individual medley, where she tied for sixth in the finals.

8/2 ANDREA WOROCH, JOHN PAOLONE, CAFE FIRENZE

ANDREA WOROCH - MANAGING THE RISING COSTS OF TEENS  TIPS FOR PROJECTING AND PLANNING BIG TICKET ITEMS FOR YOUR TEENAGER   

MANAGING THE RISING COSTS OF TEENS  
Tips for Projecting and Planning Big Ticket Items for your Teenager   

Raising kids is an expensive job, with some major expenses that can’t always be avoided. The average cost of raising a child born in 2013 up until age 18 for a middle-income family in the U.S. is approximately $245,340 (or $304,480, adjusted for projected inflation), according to the latest annual “Cost of Raising A Child” report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. So how can families project costs and afford those unavoidable big ticket items during teenage years?

In an effort to help navigate the muddy financial waters of parenthood, nationally recognized Consumer and Money-Saving Expert, Andrea Woroch will offer simple and practical tips to allow families to better manage a family budget with ease.  Some financial strains include:

• Orthodontic Treatment —About 4.3 million people under 18 years old in the U.S. wear braces Parents should understand their options – what’s worth the investment and how to avoid wasting time and money. 
• Extracurricular Activities —  From art programs to music lessons to club sports, parents dish out plenty of coin on extracurricular activities for their kids, which includes participation fees, supplies and equipment, specialty gear and travel for tournaments. 
• Transportation — Every teen dreams of driving, but the costs of lessons, insurance and a car itself are huge expenses for most families. If you have a male teenager, adding them to your policy could run as high as $6,186
• Name-Brand Clothing — Teens heading back to school aren’t worried as much about what they’re going to learn as they are about what they’re going to wear. And parents feel pressure to fork over the funds when it comes to fashion. In fact, 34% admit that half of their purchases are influenced by their kids. 
• Back to School Supplies or Mobile Tech — Over the last decade, families have increased spending on school supplies like backpacks, laptops, and other essentials by over 40%.

ABOUT ANDREA WOROCK:
Andrea Woroch is a nationally-recognized consumer and money-saving expert who regularly contributes to leading national and regional news stories. She has appeared on NBC's Today Show, Dr. OZ, Good Morning America, FOX & Friends, MSNBC, CNN, ABC News with Diane Sawyer, and been quoted in New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Money Magazine, Kiplinger Personal Finance, Better Homes & Garden and many others. Andrea also enjoys writing articles for various personal finance and lifestyle websites and blogs. Andrea is passionate about sharing ideas and tips to help you live on less without having to sacrifice. She says making a few small tweaks to daily and monthly spending is all you need to do to achieve your dreams within your means. Follow Andrea on Facebook and Twitter for daily savings tips.


JOHN PAOLONE - PARTNER/ CO-EXECUTIVE CHEF, CAFE FIRENZE  

Café Firenze was born out of the idea that great Italian food and hospitality can flourish with talent, dedication and hard work. Energetic and talented Italian, Fabio Viviani has a passion for cooking, and is thrilled that he has been able to return to Moorpark where his American business aspirations truly began. Committed to his belief that attention to detail and customer needs, Fabio has created a restaurant that reflects his culinary style.

That restaurant is Café Firenze…
Café Firenze's perfect location serves local Moorpark, Camarillo, Simi Valley, Ventura and other nearby communities. The newly reopened Café Firenze will dazzle under the hands of Viviani, who is truly masters at the art of hospitality.

ABOUT JOHN PAOLONE: 
Café Firenze's Co-Executive Chef 
Born Simi Valley, California Chef John's passion for Italian cooking began at a very young age. As the son of Italian descendents from Abruzzo, Italy, he was taught traditional cuisine and techniques by his grandparents.

John graduated in 2001 from the Santa Barbara Culinary School and from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute in Pasadena in 2003. He also attended an extensive culinary program in Florence, Italy to expand his knowledge of Italian cooking.

After graduating, John quickly became the Executive Chef at Café Fiore, an Italian Restaurant in downtown Ventura, and then moved to become the Chef at Saticoy Country Club.

He has been working as the Executive Chef at Café Firenze since it's opening in 2007 and Executive Chef of Firenze Osteria since its opening in 2009. As Executive Chef, John is a fan of making everything from the freshest and highest quality ingredients. In doing so, he chooses to import ingredients and products from Italy for the sake of keeping things traditional. Among other things, Chef John enjoys making braised meats in rich sauces that bring out the true flavor of Italy. "My favorite dish by far is the braised veal Shank, the Osso Buco. Nothing says Italy better than a ten-hour braised veal shank," says John.

Confident in his work ethic, and style of cooking, Chef John Paolone feels nothing on this planet can stop him from providing high-quality meals to the true "foodie" in all of us. Today, John Paolone is an instrumental and driving force in Café Firenze & Firenze Osteria. Teaming up with Fabio, these two exemplary chefs are planning to take over United States, one meal at a time

CAFEFIRENZE.NET

8/1 CYNTHIA PECK, ANGELO’S AND VINCI’S, CAROLYN HERNANDEZ, ST. HELENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CYNTHIA PECK – OWNER, ANGELO’S AND VINCI’S                          

OUR HISTORY
Forty-three years ago, our restaurant was built with tradition and has since continued with tradition. At our home in the old marketplace, we tribute our ancestors who came to America in the late 1800’s – their spirit and their recipes!

A little about this old building…
Originally built as an L-shaped marketplace in the days when Fullerton was an orchard (early 1900’s), the local farmers would bring their produce in from the fields by horse and wagon to sell to the townspeople. The original wood trusses of the old roof system may still be seen in the Venetian Room. Approximately twenty years later, renovation of the building changed it from its original L-shape to a square. This was accomplished by the large wood barrel trusses (an unusual truss!), which can be seen in the Sicilian Room and the Piazza Fantasia. During our renovation in 1992, the old wood, terra cotta tiles and brick was salvaged and re-used to keep alive the feeling and memories of those days long ago.

About our décor…
Be prepared when you walk into Angelo’s and Vinci’s Ristorante to be overwhelmed! With surprises in every corner, you won’t know where to look first! You will sit amidst the art of the great masters, in an Italian town square complete with the storefronts of old Italian butcher and cheese mongers, fruit and wine vendors, seamstresses showing their wares, and more. Fairy lights abound under cathedral ceilings as our ancestors smile down at you from the Family Love Altar. Explore and you will be surrounded by colorful Sicilian puppets, the carnival masks and canals of Venice, and the romance of Romeo & Juliet. Find our mystical Room of the Moon…and don’t forget King Kong, Dracula, Frankenstein, witches, ghosts and who-knows-what that await you in the Monster Wine Cellar!

And, as for Hollywood…
Founder, Steven Peck, renowned Hollywood dancer, choreographer and veteran actor of over 100 movies and television performances, has delightful photographs of over 40 years of famous stars, directors and dancers. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Gary Cooper, Robert Taylor, Broderick Crawford, Kirk Douglas, Walter Winchell, Sam Wanamaker, Vincent Minnelli, Sylvester Stallone, Ted Danson, David Hasselhof, Ray Sharkey, Shirley MacLaine, Cyd Charisse, Dolly Parton, Joan Collins, Raquel Welch, Olympia Dukakis, Shelly Winters and so many more. Films from Paramount, Twentieth Century Fox, Warner Bros., MGM, Desilu, United Artists, Universal Studios, to name a few.

Ask for a “Walking Tour” brochure to find out more about the meaning and dedications behind our décor!

BANQUET & PARTIES
Established in 1971, Angelo’s and Vinci’s Ristorante is a family-run establishment with a festive, theatrical, highly decorative Italian atmosphere that makes any event a celebration!
From a small, intimate rehearsal dinner or bridal shower, to a wedding reception for 650, Angelo’s and Vinci’s can fill just about any wedding need. With a professional staff of wedding coordinators, bartenders, disc jockeys and master of ceremonies, you will both be treated as guests at your own wedding reception!

Planning a birthday party, anniversary dinner, graduation celebration, business meeting? Angelo’s and Vinci’s has a variety of packages and options to suit most any budget!
For an estimate for your event, please call our Banquet Sales office Monday through Friday, 11:00am to 7:00pm.

WWW.ANGELOSANDVINCIS.COM



CAROLYN HERNANDEZ - PR/MARKETING DIRECTOR, ST. HELENA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - SUMMER HAPPENINGS IN ST. HELENA 

ABOUT ST. HELENA
St. Helena is Napa Valley’s Main Street. Situated in the center of wine country, St. Helena offers sophisticated experiences including boutique wineries, highly-acclaimed restaurants, luxury lodging and spas, agro-tourism adventures and refined shopping—all with the authenticity of the original Napa Valley. Home to the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), one of the world’s most unique and inspiring campuses for culinary education, St. Helena today leads food and wine trends in the valley and beyond.

Outdoor Concerts in the Napa Valley 
While the Napa Valley may be best known for its more than 400 wineries and farm fresh menus to complement each glass or bottle of wine, its temperate climate and breathtaking views also makes the destination an ideal venue for outdoor concerts. The Napa Valley provides a variety of opportunities to enjoy live music and the great outdoors in a variety of gorgeous venues. Live concert events are scheduled throughout the Napa Valley year round, with something for every musical taste.

Long Meadow Ranch’s Bluegrass-Fed Concerts – This intimate family venue in St. Helena features country, blues, and rock performers each summer through October.
Website: www.longmeadowranch.com

Musical Picnics in Lyman Park –This series of free, family-friendly concerts is held in St.
Helena’s charming Lyman Park from 6 to 8 p.m. every other Thursday evening through the summer. Guests are encouraged to pack a picnic dinner, or purchase a meal from one of the visiting food trucks, and bring low lawn chairs and a blanket. This old-fashioned evening of eclectic music sometimes also offers free ice cream for the kids.

Goose & Gander Summer Sundays & Events - Extend your weekend festivities just a little longer before hanging up your party pants.
Patio Dining, Local Artists, Cocktils!
Live music at 1PM every Summer Sunday

WWW.STHELENA.COM

7/29 MORGEN MCLAUGHL, SANTA BARBARA VINTNERS, COOLMOMPICKS.COM CEO KRISTEN CHASE, STEVE EVANS, THE MOVIE GUY

MORGEN MCLAUGHLIN - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SANTA BARBARA VINTNERS – SUMMER HAPPENINGS

The Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Association is a non-profit organization (501c6) founded in 1983 to support and promote Santa Barbara County as a premium wine producing and wine grape growing region. The Vintners’ Association produces festivals, seminars, and wine tastings as well as providing information to consumers and the wine and travel media.

Through the Santa Barbara Vintners’ Foundation, the Association contributes to the community through local charitable, art and educational and scholarship organizations with proceeds from its various events, such as Santa Barbara Wine Auction, held every other year and benefitting Direct Relief International, and silent auctions at all the Association’s festivals.

ABOUT MORGEN MCLAUGHLIN:
Morgen has been deeply involved in the wine and tourism industries since childhood through her family's various projects on the East Coast and Colorado.  Wanting to follow her own path outside of wine, Morgen graduated from Boston College with degrees in English and Secondary Education.  As she prepared to enroll in Graduate School, she was pulled back into the family wine business as the General Manager and eventual Co-owner of McLaughlin Vineyards.  After twelve years at the winery and diversifying the business into special events, direct to consumer initiatives and ag-tourism projects, she left to become the President and CEO of Finger Lakes Wine Country Tourism Marketing Association in Corning, New York.  Morgen led the organization and region through six and a half years of tremendous growth and national and international visibility.  Morgen lives in Santa Barbara County with her husband (a fellow wine professional) and three sons. She currently serves on the Visit Santa Barbara Board of Directors, Santa Barbara Vintners Foundation Board of Directors, Santa Barbara County Agriculture Advisory Committee, and the Santa Barbara County Right to Farm Committee.

WWW.SBCOUNTYWINES.COM


PARENTING EXPERT AND CEO OF COOLMOMPICKS.COM, KRISTEN CHASE - HOW NOT TO LOSE YOUR COOL THIS BACK TO SCHOOL SEASON!

HOW NOT TO LOSE YOUR COOL THIS BACK TO SCHOOL SEASON!

Parenting Expert and CEO of CoolMomPicks.com, Kristen Chase shares tips on shopping, scheduling and boosting kids’ creativity both in and out of the classroom

It’s hard to believe that summer is almost over, and soon the kids will be boarding the bus to start a new school year! With the start of a new academic year also comes new schedules, subjects and supplies. Not sure where to start?

Parenting expert Kristen Chase will be available for interviews on July 29th to talk about how to transition your kids smoothly out of summer mode and get excited for reading, writing and arithmetic! From establishing a new morning routine to navigating the school supply aisle, Kristen will share tips, tricks, and cool products to get the entire family ready for back to school. Plus, viewers will get the first look at the Cool Mom Picks 2016 Back to School guide, a much-anticipated annual parent's helper that's become a resource for millions of parents every year.

She’ll also discuss the importance of getting back to basics in the digital age. While tablets and computers have become important educational tools, research shows that handwriting promotes critical thinking, reading comprehension, fine motor skills development, creativity and even self-confidence. Kristen can share her favorite ways to put pen to paper!

ABOUT KRISTEN CHASE
Kristen Chase is a mom of four and CEO/Co-Publisher of CoolMomPicks.com, which, for the last 10 years has published a widely-read Back to School Guide for parents, featuring everything from the coolest backpacks and lunchboxes, to must-have school supplies, and of course, ways to help parents survive the busy time with their sanity intact.

She's been seen on HLN, CNN, and The Today Show, as well as in myriad publications talking about parenting culture and sharing, practical down-to-earth parenting tips, and is the co-host of the popular Spawned with Kristen and Liz podcast, which has been named a top parenting podcast by Huffington Post and The Washington Post.

Based in Philly, when she's not driving around her four kids, she's reminding them to write those handwritten thank-you notes, something she feels very strongly about, especially in this age of tech-everything.



STEVE EVANS – THE MOVIE GUY

GREAT MOVIES OPENING THIS WEEKEND AND BOX OFFICE PREDICTIONS AND HOPES. FIND OUT WHAT MOVIES ARE WORTH YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY. GET SET FOR THE WEEKEND.

7/28 GARY CANTER, CANTER’S DELI

GARY CANTER – CANTER’S DELI - CANTER’S DELI RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS                    
              

Since 1931, Canter's has been serving up LA's finest deli cuisine. Voted the best pastrami by the LA Times and LA Weekly, Canter's prides itself on delivering the amazing experience that has kept its clientele returning over-and-over again for decades. This culinary landmark is lovingly managed by the third- and fourth-generations of the Canter family, who take a hands-on approach to ensure the highest quality in every aspect of the restaurant. Whether it's the freshly-baked breads, or the famous house-made pickles, Canter's always goes the extra mile to provide the authentic, traditional Jewish deli experience, which helped grow the restaurant from a small storefront to the massive operation that it is today. As inviting as its food, Canter's is also known for its welcoming ambiance, a perfect blend of contemporary comfort with the nostalgic charm of its stylish 1950's decor. Canter's continues to stand out as a unique dining experience that transports patrons back to the golden age of delis.

Canter's Deli is one of California's oldest delis. Located in Los Angeles' Miracle Mile District -the heart and soul of the entertainment industry - Canter's Delicatessen is a third-generation family-run business whose owners have an intense pride in their deli and a hands-on work ethic.

It all began in Jersey City, New Jersey in 1924. After losing a deli in the 1929 stock market crash, Ben Canter and his two brothers moved to California with just $500 in their pockets.Eager to succeed, they opened up a Canter Brother's Delicatessen in 1931 in Boyle Heights, the Jewish center of Los Angeles.

When the character of the neighborhood changed, Ben Canter's daughter, Selmo Udko, and her then husband, Harold Price, partnered with Ben Canter and his wife, Jennie, to purchase a prime location at 439 North Fairfax Avenue. And instead of calling it Canter's Brothers they called it Canter's Fairfax.

In 1953 this new team purchased the old Esquire Theatre at 419 North Fairfax and moved Canter's Deli just up the street to the larger location.

For over seventy-five years now this third-generation family-owned business has served food to locals, tourist, and celebrities alike. With its Art Deco décor and its trademark autumn leaves ceiling, this hangout has hardly changed in its over half century at its current location.

Canter's has also become a favorite whistle stop for hot political contests. Mayor Bradley, Governor Deukmejian, Rudy Giuliani, and Bill Simon have gone from booth to booth introducing themselves to our customers. And with CBS studios just up the block, celebrities frequent Canter's every day. Our catering department caters to many television shows and movies, as well as catering their wrap parties.

Over the years, many celebrities have passed through our doors. In the 50s Marilyn Monroe and Arthur Miller ate here, as did Jack Benny and Elizabeth Taylor. Other celebrity noshers include Sydney Poitier, Mel Brooks, Wilt Chamberlain, Charlene Tilton, Brooke Shields, Jacqueline Bisset, Catherine Oxenberg, John  Travolta, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Buddy Hackett, Olivia Newton John, Muhammad Ali, Monty Hall, Bill Cosby, David Brenner, Rodney Dangerfield, Dick Van Dyke, Shelly Winters, Elizabeth Montgomery, The Cars, Henry Winkler, and Greg Morris. The producer of Miami Vice, Michael Mann, wrote here for hours at a time when he was writing for Vegas. The Neil Simon movie, "I Ought to be in Pictures", with Walter Matthau was filmed here. Many celebrities who prefer to go "incognito" sneak in around 3:00 am for a late night nosh!

Canter's is also part of the larger Los Angeles community having received numerous awards from such institutions as the City of Hope, appreciation letters for outstanding and dedicated service, and letters from Jerry Lewis and the Muscular Dystrophy Association thanking Canters for donating food.

Canter's Delicatessen continues to be a Los Angeles landmark and late night hot spot, and, with the 2003 addition of Canter's Deli at Treasure Island in Las Vegas, we are committed to bringing the best delicatessen food to our noshers on the famed Las Vegas Strip and to Dodger fans at Dodger Stadium.

WWW.CANTERSDELI.COM

7/27 LARRY LIPSON, AFFORDABLE WINE REPORT, MATT DEVOST, FUSIONX

LARRY LIPSON – 
AFFORDABLE WINE REPORT 

For fifty years Larry Lipson was the food critic for the Los Angeles Daily News and now reports from Florida weekly with his thoughts and favorite picks for Food & Wine.  His lovely Wife Lillian is also on hand at the Lipson Institute for advanced wine studies.



MATT DEVOST - CEO, FUSIONX (PART OF ACCENTURE) - CYBERSECURITY:  WHAT ARE THE CURRENT THREATS?

CYBERSECURITY:  WHAT ARE THE CURRENT THREATS?
Cybersecurity Expert Provides Insights on What Businesses Need to Do to Stay Safe
Black Hat Security Conference is July 30th-August 4 IN  Las Vegas, Nevada

So far this year, 12.8 million records have been compromised, including almost 2.5 million within the business sector.  The average cost of a data breach has hit $4 million, representing a 29 percent increase since 2013.

To explore the most critical information security topics and cutting-edge issues. the cybersecurity industry created the Black Hat Conference. For more than 18 years, Black Hat has provided attendees with the very latest in ground-breaking information security research, development, and trends.
On Wednesday, July 27th, internationally recognized security expert Matt Devost, CEO of FusionX (part of Accenture), will be available to discuss the persistent and growing threat landscape, critical infrastructure protection as well as methods for mitigating risks. Matt is also on the Black Hat advisory board, helping to shape the agenda for a series of worldwide conferences. Additionally, his work with FusionX has put him in the middle of aggressive red-team efforts, where he and his team work like hackers to help companies identify vulnerabilities.

ABOUT MATT DEVOST:
Matt Devost is the co-founder and CEO of FusionX, an Accenture company. Matt founded FusionX to protect companies by thinking the same way hackers do – quick, innovative and no-rules. The FusionX team takes the unique approach of identifying vulnerabilities within its customers’ systems by posing as external third parties with whom business is being conducted so they can access information and test security posture.

In a nutshell, Matt is a technologist, entrepreneur, and international security expert specializing in cybersecurity, counterterrorism, critical infrastructure protection, intelligence, and risk management issues.

WWW.FUSIONX.COM  

7/26 LABEL EXPERT DAISY FREUND, FARM ANIMAL WELFARE, WILLIAM CARTER, THE CANYON VILLA BED & BREAKFAST, 10 BEST WINE COUNTRY HOTELS, USA TODAY

LABEL EXPERT DAISY FREUND - HOW CONSUMERS CAN BETTER UNDERSTAND LABELS ON ANIMAL PRODUCTS AND THE IMPACT SOME LABELS MAY HAVE ON FARM ANIMAL WELFARE

LABEL CONFUSION, HOW DO YOU PICK YOUR PORK OR BEEF OR CHICKEN?

As we enter the height of the summer months, more and more of your listeners will be picking up ingredients for their picnics and cookouts. At the grocery store they will be bombarded with a multitude of labels and terms. There’s grass-fed, free-range and Certified Humane; humanely-handled, organic and much more. Significant animal welfare announcements from huge companies like Perdue, Whole Foods, and WalMart have made this issue national news. And according to new national research consumers are taking notice with nearly 7 out of 10 (69%) paying attention to food labels that indicate how an animal was raised. But those labels are often hard to understand and may not mean what you think they do.

ABOUT DAISY - Director, Farm Animal Welfare Campaign - ASPCA Anti-Cruelty:

Daisy Freund is a Director on the ASPCA’s Farm Animal Welfare team. In her role, Daisy develops and implements education and advocacy campaigns that improve conditions on industrial farms and drive transparency in animal agriculture so that consumers can make informed choices. Daisy joined the ASPCA in 2012, bringing to the job a diversity of experience in food systems and communications, including farming, restaurant management, public relations and journalism.
Before joining the ASPCA, Daisy worked at Glynwood Farm providing daily care to their cattle, goat and sheep herds as well as their laying hen and broiler chicken flocks. Prior to that Daisy managed Heaven Restaurant, a social enterprise in Rwanda offering food sourced locally from cooperatives and hospitality and culinary training for Rwandans. While there, Daisy completed her master’s thesis on the Ankole-Watutsi breed of cattle native to Rwanda. Articles she has written on farm animal welfare have been published in The Atlantic and Grist.


Daisy graduated from Dartmouth College with a B.A. in English. In November, 2011 she received her Master’s degree in Food Culture and Communication from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo, Italy. Daisy currently resides in Brooklyn.

WWW.ASPCA.ORG


CHEF WILLIAM BLOXSOM-CARTER –OWNER, THE CANYON VILLA BED 

VOTE FOR THE CANYON VILLA IN THE USA TODAY'S TEN BEST WINE COUNTRY HOTEL/BED & BREAKFAST CATEGORY!

Chef William S. Bloxsom-Carter previously worked as the Executive Chef, and Food and Beverage Director for the Playboy Mansion West for over two and half decades. A frequent wine judge he constantly looks for wines to pair with his foods for the multitude of foods he presents. Chef Carter has prepared winery dinners in Sonoma County, Napa Valley, Paso Robles and the Santa Ynez Valley as well as special events for high-profile clients throughout the United States, focusing on the importance of food and wine pairings and extraordinary hospitality service. Additionally, Chef Carter is a recurring featured guest on numerous radio shows syndicated nationwide describing and promoting California wines and foods.

ABOUT THE CANYON VILLA:
The Canyon Villa, where weary wine lovers revive

Like an Italian villa perched on a Tuscan hillside, the Canyon Villa bed and breakfast pampers wine lovers touring Paso Robles wineries or couples seeking a charming retreat. The Canyon Villa offers an intimate setting, lavish amenities, fine food and an ideal location.

At the Canyon Villa, we offer only four guest rooms, each uniquely decorated and each appointed with luxurious extras such as spa tubs and lush towels. You can enjoy your gourmet breakfast in the courtyard or our dining room.

We also offer a cozy great room for relaxing with other guests, and a wine tasting with hors d'oeuvres every afternoon between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. In the summer, enjoy your wine and appetizers in our lovely shaded courtyard, with its trickling fountain and evening breezes.

Beyond the elegant setting of our inn, take a leisurely stroll through our eleven acres while admiring the views. Visit the local wineries, and then enjoy an evening meal at one of Paso Robles' fine restaurants. The Canyon Villa is also the ideal bed and breakfast for day trips to other locales, such as Hearst Castle or Cambria's art galleries.

Indulge your love of wine or your love of each other. Plan a romantic getaway to charming Paso Robles, and plan to indulge in the intimacy and luxury of the Canyon Villa.

The Canyon Villa Bed & Breakfast
1455 Kiler Canyon Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
805-238-3362

WWW.THECANYONVILLA.COM

7/25 JEAN ARNOLD SESSIONS, SONOMA COUNTY VINTNERS, SONOMA WINE COUNTRY WEEKEND, PARIS NABAVI, SANGRITA GRILL + CANTINA, MAUI RSVP, THE NABAVI LEGACY FUND

JEAN ARNOLD SESSIONS – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SONOMA COUNTY VINTNERS - SONOMA WINE COUNTRY WEEKEND (SEPT 2-4)

YOU’LL THINK YOU DINED AND WENT TO WINE HEAVEN
The first thing you notice at Sonoma Wine Country Weekend is the decided lack of distance between yourself and the people who grow and make some of the world’s most amazing wine and food.For three delicious, decadent days get up close and personal with Sonoma County’s full bounty of flavors. Rub shoulders with winegrowers, winemakers and chefs, from pioneers to up-and-comers. Named one of America’s top three wine charity fundraisers, it’s quite possibly the most fun you’ve ever had while supporting our community, with over $20 million dollars raised to date.

Sonoma Wine Country Weekend is Sonoma County’s signature, and largest, charity event, bringing together over 200 of Sonoma’s top winemakers and growers, along with a collection of the area’s best chefs. Jointly produced by the Sonoma County Vintners and the Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Foundation, all proceeds benefit local Sonoma charities. Since its inception, Sonoma Wine Country Weekend has raised over $20 million for charities that benefit students, children, farm workers and people in need in Sonoma County communities.

1
AT GEYSERVILLE
SEPTEMBER 2ND - 6:30PM TO 10:00PM
Dine, drink and dance under the stars poolside Friday night at this iconic Sonoma County winery.

2
AT HEALDSBURG
SEPTEMBER 3RD - 11:00AM TO 4:00PM
Sample the county's best from over 200 wineries and top chefs from throughout Sonoma County.

3
AT KENWOOD
SPONSORED BY TRICORBRAUN WINEPAK
SEPTEMBER 4TH - 12:30PM TO 7:00PM
Mingle with Sonoma's first families and bid on exclusive items while supporting kids in our community.

ALL WEEKEND LONG – THROUGHOUT SONOMA COUNTY
SPONSORED BY TRICORBRAUN WINEPAK

SONOMAWINECOUNTRYWEEKEND.COM


PARIS NABAVI FROM SANGRITA GRILL + CANTINA TELLS US ALL ABOUT MAUI RSVP AND THE NABAVI LEGACY FUND

Sangrita Grill + Cantina is the newest restaurant concept from Chef Paris Nabavi, creator and owner of Pizza Paradiso Mediterranean Grill in Honokowai and the award-winning Cilantro Mexican Grill in Lahaina.

Chef Paris Nabavi is an active member in the community and takes a special interest in educating young people about healthy eating and sustainable agriculture. His current initiatives include partnering with Maui School Garden Network to sponsor organic seed for school gardens throughout the island of Maui, Molokai, and Lanai for the last four years. Chef Nabavi also supports the efforts of Grow Some Good in Maui’s local schools by creating hands-on outdoor, edible classrooms to cultivate curiosity and connect students to their food sources, and inspire better nutrition choices.

MAUI RSVP
Nabavi Legacy Fund

► What is Maui RSVP?
Maui RSVP is a new semiannual dining promotion launched by award-winning Chef Paris Nabavi to raise money for vital Maui organizations. They are eight nonprofits that focus on youth in agriculture, arts, education and wellness—areas that are critical for the well-being of Maui’s next generation.  (RSVP - Restaurants Support Vital Programs)

► How does the program work?
For a 10-day period during the months of May (May 27 – June 5) and September (Sept. 23 – Oct. 2, 2016), participating restaurants will offer “50% discount on selected entrees from 5 pm – 8 pm” or a similar dining incentive exclusively for Maui RSVP. Participation fee by restaurants and food & beverage industry members will go directly to the Nabavi Legacy Fund for the eight nonprofits.

► Who is eligible to participate in Maui RSVP?
Both businesses and individuals—are invited to join. This includes:

• Chefs
• Restaurants
• Farmers
• Vendors
• Distributors
• Individuals
• Foundations

► How do I participate?
Restaurants are invited to join Maui RSVP by donating $1,000.00 to the Nabavi Legacy Fund. Others can donate any amount. We appreciate your contributions in all forms!

► How will the program be marketed?
All participants in the Maui RSVP program will be included in advertising placed locally in Maui No Ka ‘Oi Magazine (Sept. 2016), Pacific Media Group, Paradise Television / Visitor Channel and via public relations and social media. Marketing exposure will range from the restaurant’s name to logo and perhaps even a color photo on all promotional material, including print advertising, radio, television and social media.

► Who are the beneficiaries?
The eight beneficiaries of the Nabavi Legacy Fund are: Book Trust, Grow Some Good, Imua Family Services, Kids Cook / Teens Cook With Heart, Maui Academy of Performing Arts, Maui Culinary Academy, Maui Food Innovation Center, and Maui School Garden Network. These nonprofit organizations all share a commitment to enhancing the lives of Maui’s youth.

► How is the money disbursed?
Contributions go directly to the Nabavi Legacy Fund - 60% to Grants Central Station for annual distribution, 25% for Endowment, 15% for ongoing, annual administration, marketing and grant management by Grants Central Station. The Fund is managed by the Grants Central Station and will be distributed to the eight beneficiaries annually. The Maui RSVP program launched and is currently managed through a $20,000 grant made by the Makana Aloha Foundation.

► Why is Chef Nabavi launching this program?
Paris Nabavi, Chef / Owner of Sangrita Grill + Cantina and Pizza Paradiso Mediterranean Grill, and his wife Donna established the Nabavi Legacy Fund as a way to give back to the community they love. Longtime supporters of school garden programs, the Nabavis feel that connecting students to their food sources is the best way to inspire better nutrition choices.

By extending the Maui RSVP program to restaurants and food and beverage industry partners around the island, Chef Nabavi hopes to raise awareness of these vital programs and garner a greater network of support from both residents and visitors.

► Why should I participate?
As an involved island community, we need to support the organizations that help our children the most. Starting with their early experiences in school programs, Maui’s children can gain an appreciation and understanding of real food and healthy eating habits that will last them a lifetime.

All participants in the Maui RSVP program will gain public recognition in island-wide marketing materials for their support of these important efforts, only if they desire.

► How do I sign up?
To join Maui RSVP or for more information, email Charlene Ka’uhane.
• Confirm your participation and send your company logo via email to Charlene@KauhaneInc.com
• Restaurants can Issue check for $1,000 to Grants Central Station. Individual and others can issue a check for any amounts. In the memo section reference the Nabavi Legacy Fund/Maui RSVP.
• Others can donate any amount for this year or multiple years. In the memo section reference the Nabavi Legacy Fund/ Maui RSVP
• Mail check(s) to Charlene Ka’uhane, Ka’uhane Inc., 2099 Wells Street, Wailuku, HI 96793.

NABAVI LEGACY FUND
Maui RSVP
Meet the Beneficiaries
We are so pleased to help support the following eight beneficiaries through the Nabavi Legacy Fund: Book Trust, Grow Some Good, Imua Family Services, Kids Cook / Teens Cook With Heart, Maui Academy of Performing Arts, Maui Culinary Academy, Maui Food Innovation Center, and Maui School Garden Network. These vital nonprofit organizations focus on youth in agriculture, arts, education and wellness—areas that are critical for the well-being of Maui’s next generation.

WWW.SANGRITAGRILL.COM 
CHEFNABAVI.COM