05/23 LARRY LIPSON, JIM BREUER, TAKERU KOBAYASHI, CHEF TIM HENDERSON

05/23 LARRY LIPSON, JIM BREUER, TAKERU KOBAYASHI, CHEF TIM HENDERSON 

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JIM BREUER & TAKERU KOBAYASHI  

SUMMER MEAN EATING COMPETITIONS…Both guys meet in the "cupping room" of Eight  O'Clock Coffee  and Takeru  guzzles through a lot of coffee while Jim  tells him you are supposed to "sip" it like wine. Obviously it is a promo but it is cute and will allow us to talk to him about the upcoming Nathan's Hot Dog Eating on July 4th.  www.thecuppingroom.com

LARRY LIPSON - COSTA RICA WINE GURU

For fifty years Larry Lipson was the food critic for the Los Angeles Daily News and  not reports from Costa Rica weekly with his thoughts and favorite picks for Food & Wine. 

 
 

 CHEF TIM HENDERSON - "OLD HOMESTEAD STEAKHOUSE" 

Old Homestead opened at Caesars Palace in December, 2011 and has been very well-received in its short tenure. The original Old Homestead is one of New York City’s most renowned restaurants, known for its quality steak selections and legendary history. The Caesars location is 16,000 square-feet, with 250 total seats. The menu includes many signature items from the NYC location like the Seafood Tower and the 32-ounce Gotham Rib-eye.

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05/22 CHEF WILLIAM CARTER, PLAYBOY, JANE KRAKOWSKI, 30 ROCK, STEVE RAICHLEN, BEST RIBS EVER, AARTI SEQUIERA, AARTI PARTY!

05/22 CHEF WILLIAM CARTER, JANE KRAKOWSKI, STEVE RAICHLEN, AARTI SEQUIERA! 
 

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CHEF WILLIAM BLOXSOM-CARTER - PLAYBOY

William Bloxsom-Carter has  been executive chef and food and beverage director at Los Angeles’ Playboy Mansion for 25 years. The chef and his staff of are responsible for not only feeding Playboy Enterprises Inc.’s Hugh Hefner and residents of his home, but also guests at a private hotel, a corporate fine dining room and corporate and charity events every year.

The "Rock 'n Roll" Chef has been stopping by our studios to have fun with Mike & Paul for quite some time and it is bound to be an exciting show. 

 

JANE KRAKOWSKI - "30 ROCK"  

Star of stage, screen, and television, three-time Emmy nominee actress Jane Krakowski has earned such accolades as the Tony Award, Laurence Olivier Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe nomination. With her starring role as Jenna Maroney (opposite Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan) on the hugely popular sitcom “30 Rock”. Jane also lends her vocal talents to the soon-to-be-released Sony Pictures animated feature films “Surf’s Up” and "Open Season."  Having made her motion picture debut as Cousin Vickie in the classic Chevy Chase comedy "National Lampoon's Vacation," Jane has also starred opposite Jude Law in the 2004 remake of the classic film "Alfie" and has starred in the dark comedy "Pretty Persuasion" which was nominated for a Grand Jury Prize at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival. Jane has also graced the silver screen in such feature films as “Surf’s Up”, “Open Season”, “Open Season 2”, "Stepping Out," "Dance With Me," "The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas," “Go,” and “Ice Age.” As if all of that is not enough, Jane also became a household name as Elaine Vassal on the Emmy Award-winning series “Ally McBeal” and appeared on both “Everwood” and “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." On the stage, Jane's stunning and sultry portrayal of 'Carla' in the Broadway musical, "Nine," opposite Antonio Banderas, won her Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards.  Jane, who has also dazzled Broadway in such productions as “Once Upon a Mattress,” “Company,” “Tartuffe,” and “Starlight Express,” was awarded the prestigious Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in the West End production of "Guys and Dolls" opposite Ewan McGregor. Last year, Jane released her solo debut album “The Laziest Gal in Town”.

STEVE RAICHLEN - "BEST RIBS EVER"

Multiple James Beard Award–winner Steven Raichlen, who brought us the NEW YORK TIMES bestseller PLANET BARBECUE!, HOW TO GRILL, THE BARBECUE! BIBLE, and many other grilling manuals, sets his sights on the all-American favorite—RIBS—in BEST RIBS EVER: 100 Killer Recipes Including Slaws, Baked Beans & Finger-Lickin' Sauces (June 2012; Workman Publishing.) There's no denying that ribs are an American obsession. Meat just tastes better on the bone, especially one you can hold in your hands. And there's no one better to give us a crash course in grilling, smoking, spit-roasting, and even deep-frying ribs than Steven Raichlen. In BEST RIBS EVER, the updated and expanded edition of his classic Ribs, Ribs, Outrageous Ribs, Raichlen includes how to properly set up a grill and what tools to have on hand (even how to make grill-quality ribs indoors!) He gives us a run-down on the wide variety of ribs available, from pork baby backs to country-style ribs; beef short ribs to beef long ribs; plus veal ribs, lamb ribs, and even vegetarian ribs (think celery and bananas). There are delicious, finger-lickin' recipes for rubs, marinades, sauces, and glazes, along with accompanying sides, desserts, and even drinks—both leaded and unleaded! Raichlen's recipes range from the most traditional to the exotic, from the delectable to the even more delectable

AARTI SEQUIERA - FOOD NETWORK'S “AARTI PARTY"

It’s that time again-time to dust off the BBQ and ring in summertime! From celebrating Independence Day to those friendly neighborhood get-togethers, Food Network personality, Aarti Sequiera loves adding some fireworks to the All-American standbys of summer. In this interview, she’ll reveal how we can make a “mini-party”out of each meal occasion by adding a festive touch to our dishes, incorporating fresh and flavorful ingredients. While hot dogs, hamburgers and steaks have long been summertime staples across the country, Aarti will encourage your audicence to change up those classics and turn them into standout recipes. She’ll illustrate how we can take one of her favorite, vitamin-packed ingredients – the mango- and utilize its tropical taste to impart a natural sweetness to standard summertime fare. Some tasty, quick-and-easy examples include:
·Mango-Chile-lime lassi, a fresh take on the traditional creamy/sweet Indian beverage
·Mango Salad with Mangy Dressing
·Mango BBQ Sauce –featured with grilled favorites like steaks, seafood, pork and veggies
·Mango Rice Pudding with cardamom, fennel and pistachio

Aarti Sequeira uses her passion for food, training in broadcast journalism and warm personality to host a lively Food Network cooking show, Aarti Party. She surprises listeners with unexpected flavors and techniques to expand their palates and culinary repertoire by imparting her knowledge of global cuisine and putting an approachable spin on all-American classics. Growing up in Dubai with a traditional Indian Catholic family, Aarti’s lifelong appreciation for food began at a young age and was inspired by her mother and her exposure to such diverse cultures. In August 2010, Aarti got her start by winning Season 6 of Food Network Star. Now in Season 2, Aarti Party promises great food and endless fun for home cooks everywhere.

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05/21 DON WHITTEMORE, DANDY DON, LAURA MOHSENI, ROOTSTOCK CELLARS, GEORGE HOBICA, CONSUMER TRAVEL!

05/21  DANDY DON ICE CREAM, ROOTSTOCK CELLARS, CONSUMER TRAVEL!

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"DANDY" DON WHITTEMORE 

 

Our most popular ice cream social includes a 4-foot red & white portable ice cream stand stocked with 100 scoops of ice cream (usually Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Cappuccino Crunch, Non-fat Vanilla Frozen Yogurt, and Raspberry Sorbet). A second 4-foot table holds our Top 20 Toppings. The party usually lasts an hour hosted by one gracious server. This party in Beverly Hills or Hollywood costs about $700.  If it’s located in downtown L.A, or Camarillo, it runs about $720. For Orange County, figure around $855. Of course your party might need a different number of sundaes and/or toppings, plus a longer or shorter serving time. There are other wonderful options. 

 
 
LAURA MOHSENI - ROOTSTOCK CELLARS 

Get Grillin'! It's a perfect time of year for Cheeseburger Red.  Almost four decades ago, our family entered the wine and importing business. Subsequent generations have followed  suit. With experience in winemaking, sales, distribution,  and everything in between, we are Rootstock Cellars. We make unpretentious wines that are easy to drink. Because sometimes you just want to pop a cork and not think too hard about it. Find the wine in your state on our .  This wine was inspired by the illustrious cheeseburger.  It's the all American food that's simple yet inspiring, full of flavor, and a symbol of summertime, grilling, and family. We were introduced to "Cheeseburger Sunday" by Jack, a family friend, and we adopted that tradition 20 years ago. After all, shouldn't cheeseburgers have a specific day of the week devoted to them? The burgers are thick and juicy, cooked over a white oak wood fire, with a huge piece of cheddar cheese melted right on top. The signature touch is a Toasted English muffin instead of a bun. The wine was created to team up with this great invention, and is smooth and jammy, bursting with red fruit that so  perfectly complements a slight char. The tannins are assertive, but won't knock you off your chair. And yes,  pair  it up with any kinds of grilled foods; you'll get the point. 

GEORGE HOBICA - CONSUMER TRAVEL EXPERT  

Consumer Travel Expert and Journalist George Hobica can share the best tips and tools for saving money, including a new website that automatically rebooks your hotel room at a lower price if the rate drops, and refunds the difference to your credit card. In fact, this first-of-it’s-kind site, called Tingo, could have saved Americans nearly $314 million last year. In addition, he can talk about a new consumer survey on hotels across the country.  George Hobica, Consumer Travel Expert, and Journalist.  Mr. Hobica is a consumer travel expert and journalist (National Geographic Traveler, Travel and Leisure, USA Today, Real Simple and others) who frequently comments on hotels, airfares, the airline industry, and other topics related to consumer travel. He has appeared on all broadcast and cable networks and on dozens of network affiliate stations. George has also appeared on MSNBC, Wake Up With Al on the Weather Channel, FOX & Friends and more. Founded Airfarewatchdog.com, the only site that lists low airfares from all airlines. George and his staff of researchers provide travelers with expert tips and above all else, the lowest fares they can find, which are updated daily. WWW.TINGO.COM 

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05/18 JOHN LI, OUTBACK STEAK HOUSE, KERI GLASSMAN, GOURMET HEALTHY MEALS, LISA CAREY, STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL, JASON PUGACH, CALIFORNIA WINEMASTERS, STEVE EVANS, THE MOVIE GUY!

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GRILLING EXPERT JOHN LI - OUTBACK STEAK HOUSE

Whether you’re entertaining on the beach, by the pool or in the backyard, Outback Steakhouse resident grilling expert John Li, has quick and easy ideas on how to spice up your next barbecue.  He’ll tell you how to turn up the heat at your next cookout without breaking a sweat or the bank.

•General tips for picking out meat at the butcher counter
•What are some tips for cooking steak on an outdoor grill? 
•What is the best kind of grill to use? 
•How will the different ways of cooking affect the flavor of the meat?   
•What kind of beef is good for those watching their weight
•What is a good cut of meat to buy to feed a family on a budget
•What cut of meat is good to prepare for a special occasion 

KERI GLASSMAN - NATIONAL NUTRITION EXPERT

Nationally recognized nutrition expert and published author Keri Glassman is the founder and president of Keri Glassman, Nutritious Life, a nutrition practice based in New York City, and Nutritious Life Meals, a gourmet, healthy, daily diet delivery program available in major markets in the United States.  For years, Keri has been a leader in advancing a “whole person” approach to health and wellness.  She has dedicated her career to creating services and promoting education through her Nutritious Life brand. Women’s Health Magazine embraces Keri’s practical and accessible approach to health and wellness.  She is a member of their advisory board and writes a popular monthly column called “Lighten Up” and a page called “Flat Belly Day”. Keri has authored three books; the most recent book, Slim Calm Sexy Diet (Rodale, March 2012), helps readers lose weight, conquer stress, and feel and look their best every day. Her second book, The O2 Diet: The Cutting Edge, Antioxidant-Based Program That Will Make You Healthy, Thin and Beautiful (Rodale, December 2009), translates complex scientific research on antioxidants into useful and useable tools that empower people to live a more Nutritious Life. The O2 Diet follows the Snack Factor Diet, (Crown, 2007.) Keri also contributed to Editor-In-Chief Women’s Health Magazine, Michele Promaulayko’s book, Look Better Naked (Rodale, April 2010.) Keri helps millions as a nutrition and health expert in the media. She is dedicated to her field and to the broader goal of educating the public, and her expertise is regularly featured on several national television programs including NBC’s The Today Show, ABC’s Good Morning America, Access Hollywood Live, The View, The Talk, The Chew, Dr. Oz, The Doctors, The Wendy Williams Show, MSNBC, The Fox News Channel, and CNN. She also is the nutrition and health contributor for NBC’s New York Live.  Keri hosts an original series called “A Little Bit Better” which will be featured on YouTube’s LivestrongWoman channel beginning Spring 2012. She is a spokesperson for national brands that align with the Nutritious Life mission, and is a prolific writer and commentator with contributions to numerous publications nationwide, such as OK! Magazine and Hamptons Magazine. She also regularly contributes articles and recipes to several websites including Equinox, Martha Stewart Living, and Youbeauty.com.

 
LISA CAREY - STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

  

Jam-packed with strawberries and all your indulgences, the 29th Annual California Strawberry Festival Celebration Saturday and Sunday, May 19, 20 in Oxnard is pure goodness with proceeds benefiting charities. What’s not to enjoy with non-stop concerts, Strawberryland For Kids with free rides and attractions, 250+ Arts & Crafts exhibits, celebrity chef demonstrations, incredible food, and yummy delicacies like strawberry pizza, deep fried strawberries, chocolate dipped strawberries and even strawberry beer. The tart toss and pie eating contests get your face in the fun that runs 10:00am to 6:30pm. On 50 acres, the Festival is among the nation’s top outdoor celebrations. Tickets start at $5, and are available with more information at www.strawberry-fest.org/. Or call 888-288-9242. Use the free park n ride shuttle to get there fast and save $10 on parking.

JASON PUGACH – CALIFORNIA WINEMASTERS

One of WINE SPECTATOR'S TOP TEN U.S. CHARITY WINE AUCTIONS will be benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and will be held on the "Midwest Street" back lot at Warner Bros. 5/19/12

 Warner Bros. Studio
Gate 7 - Forest Lawn Drive
Burbank, CA 91522
6:00PM- 10:30PM

 

STEVE EVANS - THE MOVIE GUY

Latest box office info and news from the world of movies and films. Steve talks about the good, the bad and the ugly. His extensive theatrical experience makes him the right guy to talk about movies and their affect on popular cultures

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