8/12 EVA BERTRAN, CHEF STUART O’KEEFFE, GLORIA FERRER GLORIOUS BITES COMPETITION, PATRICK LENIHAN, GOOGLE SEARCH TRENDS, STEVE EVANS THE MOVIE GUY

EVA BERTRAN AND CHEF STUART O’KEEFFE - GLORIA FERRER IS GETTING READY TO LAUNCH ITS GLORIOUS BITES COMPETITION

GLORIA FERRER IS OFFERING $5000 FOR THE BEST APPETIZER RECIPE IN THE COUNTRY
2nd Annual Glorious Bites Competition Opens for Entries

Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards, producer of California’s most awarded sparkling wines, is once again searching for the most glorious appetizer recipe in the country to pair with its Sonoma Brut.  Budding home cooks age 21 and over are encouraged to channel their inner-foodie and submit their signature appetizer recipe for the 2nd annual nationwide contest.  All appetizers will be judged on originality, perceived taste appeal and perceived ability to pair with the Sonoma Brut, a wine that’s been produced by the winery since it was founded 30 years ago.

Each recipe entered will be reviewed by a panel of wine and food experts to select the top 18 semifinalists to participate in three live Regional Semi-Final Cook Off events scheduled to take place Los Angeles, California, Washington, DC, and Austin, Texas in September. Only three competitors will move on to the National Finals scheduled for Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Gloria Ferrer Winery in Sonoma, California.   For official rules and to enter by August 31, 2016, as well as event ticket information, please visit www.gloriousbites.com.  

Download custom appetizer recipes from our judges including Luttrell’s perfectly paired Apple-Onion Chutney Point Reyes Original Blue Crostini as well as information on the Gloria Ferrer Sonoma Brut and full bios for all of our judges at www.gloriousbites.com.

About Gloria Ferrer A pioneering history and approach to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay have made Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards a leader in California sparkling wine for almost 30 years.  Founded in 1986 in Sonoma, California, by the Ferrer family of Spain, Gloria Ferrer combines the best of sparkling winegrowing history with the bounty of the Carneros winegrowing region using time-honored méthode champenoise winemaking traditions and centuries-old sustainable practices.  Gloria Ferrer produces the most awarded California sparkling wines that have won over 400 gold medals and received 50 outstanding 90+ point ratings in the last 5 years. Discover the Glorious Life at www.gloriaferrer.com .

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PATRICK LENIHAN - GOOGLE SEARCH TRENDS EXPERT - WEEKLY TOP SEARCH TRENDS

Google’s Top Search Trends program provides a revealing — and sometimes surprising — look at the people, places and topics that send the country searching for answers each week. Topics That Fascinated the U.S. Selected from Millions of INTERNET Searches!

Hear the hottest content on the web each week directly from the source! Become part of Google’s weekly Top Search Trends program to find out what news makers and trends are capturing the imagination of the country each week. Encompassing searches from across pop culture, sports, music, politics, news, and more a Roya will discuss five of the hottest trending queries on the web.

TOP TRENDS:
Michael Phelps
US Women’s Gymnastics
#SteveTheClimber
Kendall Jenner
John Saunders

YOUTUBE VIDEO:
Simone Biles blows away competition with near perfect vault


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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.

8/11 LIZ WEISS, VIC PARRINO, COLUMBO’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE AND JAZZ CLUB

LIZ WEISS, MS, RDN - FEEDING YOUR FAMILY WELL FOR BACK TO SCHOOL SEASON SUCCESS

BACK TO SCHOOL FUEL
Feeding Your Family Well for Back to School Season Success!

Back to school is just around the corner, and for many parents, that means dusting off lunch boxes and backpacks and shifting from lazy summer picnics to fast, nutrient-rich lunches and snacks. Keeping kids well fed and well fueled so they can play, learn, and thrive can be a challenge, especially for busy parents trying to juggle it all.

To the rescue is registered dietitian nutritionist and award-winning cookbook author, Liz Weiss, with timely tips for packing healthy lunches and snacks, pleasing picky eaters, and adding imagination to the noontime meal ... and beyond!

ABOUT LIZ
Liz Weiss, MS, RDN is an award-winning broadcast journalist, healthy food blogger, and spokesperson. She is the co-author of three cookbooks: The Smoothie Bowl Coloring Cookbook, No Whine with Dinner, and The Moms’ Guide to Meal Makeovers. Liz champions good nutrition on her podcast, Cooking with the Moms, and on her website, MealMakeoverMoms.com where she shares healthy “makeover” recipes and practical mealtime advice for families.  For nearly two decades, Liz wrote and reported on nutrition and health for CNN, PBS, and ABC Boston. Currently, she hosts the “Meal Makeovers” cooking segment on CNN Accent Health, which runs in 30,000 doctor's office waiting rooms nationwide. She has written for numerous publications including Nick Jr. Family Magazine, Kiwi, and Relish magazine and has appeared as a guest on TODAY, CNN Headline News, the Food Network, FOX News, Good Morning America, and many more. Liz lives in Lexington, MA with her husband and two sons.

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VIC PARRINO – COLOMBO’S ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE AND JAZZ CLUB

Serving Los Angeles Since 1954

We have been serving our community since 1954. We serve breakfast, lunch (Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 3 PM) and dinner. Relax with our live Jazz entertainment and legendary drinks. Italian American Cuisine: Prime Rib, Steak, Chicken, Sea Food, Pasta, mouth-watering salads, side dishes and dessert. Founded by Ms. Ann Colombo and her late husband Sam, it’s now run by their nephew Vic Parrino.

Come for family, business and affordable fun and relaxation.

Come for the Food Stay for the Live Music Every Night, Fridays and Saturdays til Closing!

“Some things in our restaurant are more obvious than others. However, the dedication to excellence and elegance is unmistakably expressed in everything we do. In a restaurant committed to the maximum, that while a good meal is simply food; a great meal is an inspiration!” ~ Ann Colombo

1833 Colorado Boulevard
Eagle Rock, CA 90041
Mon, Fri and Sat 8 am – 12 am
Sun, Tue -Thu, Sun 8 am – 10 pm

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08/11 PARENTS BACK TO SCHOOL GUIDE WITH NICOLE FELICIANO, RYAN SUTTER, COCOAVIA® COCOA EXTRACT SUPPLEMENT, STEVE EVANS THE MOVIE GUY

PARENTS BACK TO SCHOOL GUIDE WITH NICOLE FELICIANO

THE BUSY PARENT’S
Back to School Guidebook

Mourning the summer’s end and suffering from the “back-to-school blues” is hard enough, but factoring in busy mornings, sports practices, and work schedules on top of a busy school day makes it is easy to feel overwhelmed!

So how does a parent who does it all, get it all done? Momtrends founder, Nicole Feliciano is here to help the entire family transition smoothly from the lazy days of summer into the hectic school season!

Nicole Feliciano, is Founder and CEO of Momtrends. After graduating from Vanderbilt with a degree in English Literature, Nicole ventured into the (sometimes) glamorous world of advertising. In 1997, she switched gears and went to work for Ralph Lauren–combining her business acumen with her love of fashion. In her seven year career with the luxury brand, Nicole managed retail stores and eventually landed a coveted position at the corporate headquarters in NYC. Soon after that Nicole became a freelance writer and began contributing to Babble.com, Time Out New York Kids, and many more online and paper publications. Momtrends launched in 2007 and continues to provide the latest news on things trendy and cool for moms. Momtrends is packed with fashion tips and trend reports aimed to help busy, style-starved women keep in touch with what’s hip and cool. When she’s not scoping out fads and fashions, you can find Nicole in NYC with her two young daughters and extremely patient husband.

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RYAN SUTTER - FIREFIGHTER, ATHLETE, FATHER AND REALITY STAR IS PARTNERING WITH COCOAVIA® COCOA EXTRACT SUPPLEMENT TO DOCUMENT HOW HE LIVES HIS LIFE

CocoaVia® brand launches video on living with passion with reality star Ryan Sutter        
Today, the CocoaVia® brand launched a documentary-style video featuring Ryan Sutter—firefighter, athlete, father and reality star—to showcase how CocoaVia® daily cocoa extract supplement helps Ryan feel his best, so he can be his best in all aspects of his personal and professional life.

“Life is most fulfilling when lived with passion—when you put energy and heart into everything you do,” said Ryan Sutter. “Whether it’s spending time with your family, training for a marathon, or advancing your career, the more you put into your pursuits, the more you’ll get out of them.”

The documentary video shows Ryan’s enthusiasm and use of cocoa flavanols, which work with the body to sustain healthy levels of nitric oxide.  Nitric oxide helps maintain the healthy flow of oxygen-and nutrient-rich blood to support the entire body.

When consumed daily, the cocoa flavanols in CocoaVia® supplement are scientifically proven to promote healthy blood flow from head to toe†, which is critical to overall health.

“For me, ‘Living with Heart’ means hiking with my wife, skiing with my kids, or responding to an emergency in my work as a firefighter,” said Sutter. “CocoaVia® is part of my total routine that supports my health, so I can live life to the fullest.”

Visit www.CocoaVia.com to learn more about Ryan’s approach to Living with Heart and for CocoaVia® recipes that make it easy to get the daily cocoa flavanols that promote healthy blood flow†.

†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

ABOUT RYAN:
Ryan Allen Sutter was the "winner" chosen by Trista Rehn on the television show The Bachelorette. Sutter, a Colorado firefighter, and Rehn were married in a televised wedding on ABC on December 6, 2003. The miniseries was filmed at "The Lodge" luxury resort in Rancho Mirage, California.[1] Prior to that, he was a star college football defensive back with the Colorado Buffaloes football team. He was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football Leaguein the 1998 Draft, but lasted only a couple of seasons as a professional football player mainly due to injuries.



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.

8/10 LARRY LIPSON, WINE REPORT, BRANDON MAEDA, THE WESTIN KA'ANAPALI OCEAN RESORT VILLAS, FOOD & BEVERAGE IN MAUI

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.




BRANDON MAEDA - FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR, THE WESTIN KA'ANAPALI OCEAN RESORT VILLAS - FOOD & BEVERAGE SCENE IN MAUI 

About The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas 
Located on 26 oceanfront acres of North Kā‘anapali Beach, The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas provide spacious villa accommodations with Westin amenities such as the Heavenly Bed, whirlpool tubs, fully equipped kitchens and washers/dryers. The resort also offers convenient outdoor grilling areas, general stores with a deli, excellent restaurants and bars, outdoor pools, Westin Kids Club, full-service Spa Helani, golf and resort activities for all ages. Other fun pursuits such as whale watching (November to April), catamaran sailing adventures, hiking, horseback riding and championship golfing are easily accessible. The resort also offers a multitude of watersport activities, as well as complimentary shuttle services to Lahaina town. Visit westinkaanapali.com.

Pulehu, an Italian Grill
Often recognized for its culinary excellence, the relaxed, upscale Pulehu, an Italian Grill, presents New Italian cuisine served with a local sustainable twist. Overlooking the koi pond gardens, the restaurant is famed for its delicious pastas, appetizers, and pizzas prepared in a wood-stone oven, featured in the venue’s signature show kitchen. Also available is a semi-private room for special occasions.
Hours:
Thursday-Monday
5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Ocean Pool Bar & Grill
The casual, breezy setting of this poolside restaurant and bar satisfies every palate and thirst. Enjoy local cuisine paired with SuperFoods RX™. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as happy hour.
Hours:
Breakfast: 7:00am - 10:30am
Lunch: 10:30am - 5:30pm
Happy Hour: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Dinner: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Bar: 7:00am - 9:00pm

Pailolo Bar & Grill
Relax and unwind with a refreshing cocktail and sample the varied island-inspired fare, prepared in our signature food truck.  The casual and relaxing ambience is a perfect spot for sports fans to gather and celebrate their favorite team, with games featured on large high-definition screens; or catch a brilliant Maui sunset from our fire pit seating.
Hours:
10:30am - 10:00am, daily
Happy Hour: 4:00pm  - 6:00pm

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8/9 CHEF JASON DADY, LA FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL, DR. DANA COHEN, ZIKA 101

CHEF JASON DADY FROM JASON DADY RESTAURANT GROUP - TALKS ABOUT HIS APPEARANCES AT THE UPCOMING LA FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

Since 2001, Texas native Jason Dady has aimed to raise the bar of dining in San Antonio, TX, to match the other elements of what the top tourist destination has to offer. He works beyond the role of restaurant owner to create a tight-knit bond with his team and the local community with Jason Dady Restaurants. His accolades include: “Best Chef San Antonio” by San Antonio Current and San Antonio Magazine, “40 Under 40 Rising Star” in the San Antonio Business Journal, a StarChefs Rising Star Restaurateur Award, CultureMap’s 2016 Tastemaker Award for “Chef of the Year,” and he has been honored as a James Beard semifinalist.

Dady opened The Lodge Restaurant of Castle Hills in 2001, featuring one of the city’s first tasting menus, followed by the modern American cuisine at BIN 555 Restaurant & Wine Bar in 2004. He then refocused on returning to his affinity for fine Italian cuisine, with the launch of  Tre Trattoria—now  his  flagship—in  2007, initiating the movement for restaurants in San Antonio to create handmade pasta. His current concepts include the Northern Italian, Tre Enoteca (2015); an award-winning family-friendly Texas pit ‘cue Two Bros BBQ Market (2008); and B&D Ice House (2014); along with  DUK Truck, a mobile kitchen. Dady introduced the coastal seafood-centric Shuck Shack in July 2015, a spot where thoughtfully approachable food and family fun collide. Next up for Dady is a second Two Bros BBQ Market, slated for early 2017.

APPEARANCES AT LOS ANGELES FOOD & WINE 2016  

AMAZON PRESENTS EAT THE WORLD WITH EMERIL LAGASSE
8/25/16, 7:00p - 10:00p
DOWNTOWN: Grand Avenue and 1st Street
Price: $115.00   VIP: $160.00

The inimitable Emeril Lagasse hosts an evening that brings chefs from all over the country to celebrate the food they are most passionate about. The walk-around tasting that spans one of the most iconic blocks of downtown Los Angeles on the steps of the Walt Disney Concert Hall and The Broad features exciting culinary creations from all over the map.

The inspiration for the global take on cuisine comes from the upcoming Amazon Original Series, Eat The World which follows world-famous Lagasse as his award-winning friends and colleagues José Andrés, Mario Batali, Danny Bowien, Marcus Samuelsson, Aarón Sánchez and Nancy Silverton introduce him to the history, techniques and cooking traditions of their favorite locales across the globe.

Guests will sample food from some of the best chefs in the country as they highlight the dishes that inspire them all while enjoying a plethora of beer, wine and cocktails. Creative Cuisine, Delectable Drinks, Magical Music, Stellar Setting….can somebody say, BAM!

VIP Tickets – Beat the crowds with a VIP Ticket which gets you access a full 30 minutes before the general admission.

LIVE on Grand hosted by Tyler Florence
8/27/16, 7:00p - 10:00p
DOWNTOWN: Grand Avenue and 1st Street
Price: $175.00   VIP: $250.00

Enjoy an unbelievable strolling reception with an extraordinary musical performance by a musical guest! An exceptional evening starring 30 chefs and 50 wineries serving up delicious tastings for you to enjoy while enjoying the Cityscapes of one of the greatest cities in the world. This is the culmination of a city-wide celebration of all things Food, Wine, Celebrity, Music and Los Angeles. VIP Access - Early access to the event. Very Limited Quantities are available.

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INTERNAL AND INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE SPECIALIST DR. DANA COHEN – ZIKA 101 

**ZIKA AND WEST NILE ALERT**
There hasn’t been a travel advisory in the continental United States since polio but now with the outbreak of Zika in Florida we have one, and mosquito bites are inciting fear among many Americans.  According to a recent survey by WebMD, people are more concerned about mosquitoes this year than in past years and are planning to take additional steps to prevent mosquito bites. When asked which diseases spread by mosquitoes were of the most concern, 67 percent said Zika and 60 percent said West Nile.  Both are a problem, but what do we really know about mosquitoes, what attracts them and what viruses they are carrying that we should be most concerned about?

Dr. Dana Cohen, M.D., is a nationally renowned internal and integrative medicine specialist who says while Zika is capturing most of the public’s attention, it’s not the only virus mosquitos spread this time of year and that there are even more dangerous mosquito-borne diseases we need to protect ourselves from of such as West Nile, which has now been confirmed in almost every U.S. state.
Cohen will explain to your audience the signs and symptoms of mosquito-borne diseases from chikungunya, West Nile and Zika virus and practical prevention steps to keep you calm, as well as five things that can make you a mosquito magnet and what steps to take to minimize your exposure to bites.

MINIMIZE YOUR EXPOSURE  
What attracts mosquitoes to some and not others?  Studies show that mosquitoes find you as targets more easily by:

• Carbon Dioxide: the more you exhale the easier you are to find 
• Body Heat: the more you move around the more heat you create 
•  Alcohol: may cause your skin to emit a chemical that could attract mosquitoes; but more realistically, it can also increase your body heat that is certainly a magnet; 
• Sweat: mosquitoes love moisture so perspiration makes for the perfect target; 
• Genes: (thanks mom and dad) not much you can do about the scent your body gives off through sweat but certain skin secretions can cause an attraction – It was recently refuted that mosquitoes are attracted to certain blood types – so cross that off your worry list! 

ABOUT THE DOCTOR  
Dana Cohen, MD, is a nationally renowned internal and integrative medicine specialist whose multi-disciplinary approach has helped treat thousands of patients using a variety of conventional and complementary therapies. In practice for nearly two decades, Cohen trained under the late Dr. Robert Atkins, author of the iconic, “Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution,” and Dr. Ronald L. Hoffman, a pioneer of integrative medicine and founder of the Hoffman Center in New York City. Cohen was certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 1998, and was appointed to the Board of Directors of the American College for the Advancement of Medicine (ACAM), the leading voice of integrative medicine for more than 1,500 MD, DO, ND and master-level health care providers, where she currently serves as advisor to the Board of Directors and advisor to the education committee. Through ACAM, she also developed an integrative medicine boot camp for practitioners. Cohen’s passion for integrative medicine stems from her belief that medicine is an art, and a patient-centered, holistic approach is the vital first step on the path to overall health and wellness. She has helped thousands of patients, on the verge of giving up hope, find relief by restoring their well being. Cohen’s practice emphasizes the individual, and she has helped countless patients limit their dependence on prescription medications by harnessing the power of diet, nutritional supplementation and lifestyle changes to find wellness. Cohen earned her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine and completed a three-year internal medicine residency at Albany Medical Center and was board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 1998.    

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.

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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.

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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!

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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