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Russian Tea Room

March 29, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

The iconic New York restaurant Have your Easter Dinner that you will never forget. For more than eighty years, New York's defining cultural moments have taken place at The Russian Tea Room. Since being founded by members of the Russian Imperial Ballet in 1927, The Russian Tea Room has been a second home for boldface names and the intellectual elite - an exclusive enclave where actors, writers, politicians, and executives plan their next deals and celebrate their friends’ latest Carnegie Hall performances. Countless guests visiting from around the globe walk through the antique revolving doors to catch a glimpse of the booth Dustin Hoffman sat in when filming Tootsie; to see the inspiration that Woody Allen found for the movie Manhattan; to walk past the coat check where Madonna … [Continue reading...]

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Tim Herlihy, Tullamore Dew

March 15, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

ST. PATRICK’S DAY Celebrate an “Irish True” St. Patrick’s Day Tim Herlihy, Tullamore D.E.W., Irish Whiskey Expert As far as whiskey experts go, they don’t come more Irish True than Tullamore D.E.W. Brand Ambassador Tim Herlihy. From his humble beginnings in the small farming town of Termonfeckin in Ireland’s County Louth, to his work as the North American representative for one of Ireland’s most beloved and storied products, Tim’s life and career have been marked by the kind of passion, warmth and love of whiskey that typifies the Irish True character. His current role as Tullamore D.E.W. Brand Ambassador sees him bringing his career to a new level, as he travels the country, educating, entertaining and sharing his passion for the most Irish True of Whiskeys. Myths and … [Continue reading...]

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Fawn

March 12, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

Bio Fawn's musical endeavors began at the age of 6 with classical piano lessons, continuing on throughout her adolescents. At 19, Fawn attended the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA where she received a merit scholarship for excellence in music, graduating with honors earning two degrees - a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. Continually playing at local coffee houses, parties, and pubs, Fawn discovered her true calling in life. After college, her spare time was spent writing, while she worked for 2 years at PriceWaterhouse Coopers in New York City. But an artist at heart, she resigned from the corporate life and set out in pursuit of her dream..."Scrambled Reflections" was released on October 31, 2007 while Fawn was still at PwC. Her … [Continue reading...]

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Oral Health Expert Dr. Jonathan B. Levine and the GLO Good Foundation Partner with Oral-B®

February 10, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

to Bring Healthy Smiles to Youth at Harlem Children’s Zone Oral-B has teamed up with Dr. Jonathan B. Levine, nationally recognized NYC based oral health expert and regular contributor on “The Dr. Oz Show,” to help Americans improve their oral health. Through a charitable partnership, Oral-B and Dr. Levine’s GLO Good Foundation are educating Americans on the importance of having good oral health. They visited and will be visiting select areas throughout the country, starting right here in Harlem on January 24th. Dr. Levine joined more than 300 kids (ages K-12) at the Harlem Children’s Zone to host a special themed event, “Brush Up Smile Zone!” The event included a variety of fun and educational activities that spread the message about the importance of good oral health … [Continue reading...]

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Firefighter Chefs Step into the Spotlight,

February 7, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

Taking Top Honors for their Delicious Dishes at the 11th Annual Iron Skillet® Cook Off On Monday, October 22, 2012 amidst the sophisticated, ruby red décor of Crimson, firefighters stepped out of their firehouses and into the spotlight to take home big honors for their incredible cooking talent at our 11th Annual Iron Skillet® Cook Off. You may be familiar with culinary competitions like Food Network’s Chopped or televised throwdowns between professional chefs, but the Iron Skillet® Cook Off differentiates itself from the pack of culinary competitions by focusing on the camaraderie, spirited brotherhood, and jovial nature of the firehouse cooking clan. And it comes across in the food. At the competition, five firehouse chefs were matched up with five top restaurant chefs … [Continue reading...]

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THE RHINECLIFF CELEBRATES TRADITIONAL ROBBIE BURNS SUPPER

January 23, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

Friday, Feb 1st -The Rhinecliff hosts their 5th annual, very interactive Traditional SCOTTISH ROBBIE BURNS SUPPER- 6:30pm till. With piping from award winning piper (Jeremy Freeman, pictured above), tales of Burns from Hudson Valley Storyteller Jonathan Kruk, Swordsman Neil Roberts- The Parade of the Haggis, "The Traditional Selkirk Grace," The Toast of the Lassies, The Lassies Response, Readings, poetry, song, recitations,special guests. The Final Auld Lang Syne. Supper Guests are encouraged to read and participate. SUPPER - Cock-a-Leekie Soup, Highland Beef Stew w/Neeps & Tatties, Lemon Curd Shortbread, Scottish Ale Tasting- "The Skullsplitter",Whiskey tastings from Hudson Valley's Tuthilltown Distillers. $35.95pp++,$29.95 bar seats available, Special Room Rate … [Continue reading...]

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SOUTHAMPTON INN BRINGS BUSINESS BACK TO THE BEACH

January 16, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

The Hamptons may be known best as a destination for seaside summer fun; however, Southampton Inn attracts more than just the vacation crowd. A short trip from New York City, Southampton Inn can be a relaxing retreat from the office, ideal for your next business function. As the only hotel conference center in the Hamptons, Southampton Inn offers the convenience of both an event venue and overnight accommodation under one roof. Complimentary wireless internet access and 6,000-square-feet of flexible indoor meeting space create a professional atmosphere, while 90 guest rooms, furnished with luxurious linens and Tempur-Pedic® mattresses, provide comfort to each visitor. The dedicated staff at Southampton Inn aim to create a positive experience from start to finish and can support events … [Continue reading...]

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The subculture of cheese

January 14, 2013 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

MIT anthropologist looks inside the growing world of do-it-yourself American cheese-makers. Professor Heather Paxson is available for interviews to discuss the research underlying her new book, "The Life of Cheese." Crafting high-quality artisanal cheese is not complicated, but it’s also not easy. Basically, heat a lot of milk, add bacterial cultures and enzymes to thicken it into a curd, drain it, salt it, and let it ferment and age. Of course, to make cheese like this, you must first buy fresh milk or own a farm and stock it with cows or sheep or goats plus equipment, and spend endless strenuous hours carrying around heavy pails and obsessively cleaning equipment to make sure it’s sanitary. Do this day after day, until you have enough cheese to distribute, market and sell in a … [Continue reading...]

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Unexpected Tips to Make a Delicious Holiday Meal – Renown Chef Jeff Anderson Will Show You How to Add Some New Flavor to Holiday

December 18, 2012 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

Eat, Drink and be Merry! The holiday season is almost here and that means looking forward to unforgettable holiday parties. But while all parties are fun, there is always that one that really stands out and has everyone talking. Well this year, that party can be yours and Executive Chef, Jeff Anderson, will reveal some new one of a kind recipes that will be a surefire hit for your guests while simultaneously cutting down on your kitchen time, and budget, so you can also enjoy the festivities, too! Chef Jeff will discuss the following: How cooking style can cut cooking time and a recipe for a Two-Hour Turkey! Unique recipes that aim to please every palette – i.e. Stuffed hams, honey bourbon and chipotle lime flavors add an unexpected twist to any holiday meal! Baked goods and … [Continue reading...]

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Latkes – Potato pancake

December 7, 2012 By David Katzmire Leave a Comment

Potato pancakes are shallow-fried pancakes of grated or ground potato, flour and egg, often flavored with grated onion or garlic and seasoning. Potato pancakes may be topped with a variety of condiments, ranging from the savory (such as sour cream or cottage cheese) to the sweet (such as apple sauce or sugar), or they may be served ungarnished. Potato pancakes are sometimes made from mashed potatoes to produce pancake-shaped croquettes. Backround and History Potato pancakes are commonly associated with traditional cuisines of Luxembourg , Latvia (as kartupeļu pankūkas), Lithuania (as bulviniai blynai), Austria, Belarus (as draniki), Germany (e. g. as Kartoffelpuffer), Poland (as placki ziemniaczane), Ukraine (as deruny), Ashkenazi Jewry (as latkes or latkas (Yiddish: לאַטקעס, … [Continue reading...]

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