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Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival 2011 Features Five Nights Of Star Chefs And Good Eats In Support Of The James Beard Foundation

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:27:00 EST

It�s time to celebrate the world of epicurean pleasure in all its glory. Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival 2011 unveils its new design, beginning this Friday, December 9, with an exciting five-day lineup of award-winning chefs and culinary personalities, authors, winemakers, mixologists and journalists. An event of this size is an unprecedented experience for the glamorous island of Palm Beach, but one that has been a long time coming thanks to the talented roster of local chefs and restaurants that continues to grow in Palm Beach County. The five-day, multi-location chef extravaganza benefits the James Beard Foundation and the Beard Down South, a scholarship program developed by the festival to benefit a local culinary school and recipient.

Autumn at Angle Ushers in Sweet, Savory and Seasonal New Menu At The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach�s Signature Restaurant

Michael Kagdis — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:46:00 EST

Locavores Rejoice! Menu features locally grown ingredients and Harvested South Florida specialties, plus all-natural, Black Angus Beef

Maine's Harvest on the Harbor Names Lobster Chef of the Year

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 01:05:00 EST

Chef Thomas J. Reagan III was named Maine's Lobster Chef of the year, winning a $1,000 check and the prestigious title itself. The award was given on Friday afternoon at the Harvest on the Harbor Food and Wine Festival in Portland, Maine.

PROFILE: Cassady Pappas of Havana South

Michael Kagdis — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:18:00 EST

Cassady Pappas
Havana South

A self-taught Chef, Cassady Pappas started at the young age of 13 at his uncle's restaurant in Bucksport, Maine. After a four year tour in the Marine Corps he returned there but found frying the same old seafood to be a bit repetitive. Moving to Bar Harbor, he worked his way up quickly at the famous Bar Harbor Inn and became one of the Sous Chefs. After meeting up with restaurateur Michael Boland, Mr. Pappas and Mr. Boland went on to open Guinness and Porcelli�s in Bangor. From there he moved back to MDI and began a long stint as the Executive Chef of a group of five restaurants: Havana, Rupununi, The Quarterdeck, Guinness & Porcelli�s (since re-opened in Bar Harbor) and Miguel�s, and co-owned the latter three. In 2009 he moved to Portland to open Havana South with Michael Boland.

PROFILE:Cassady Pappas of Havana South

Michael Kagdis — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:18:00 EST

Cassady Pappas
Havana South

Art After Dark Every Thursday @ the Norton Tour European Masters, Paint a (Mini) Pumpkin, and Join �Rocky Horror� for the Time Warp Dance! Oct. 20, 2011

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 18:44:00 EST

Art After Dark Every Thursday @ the Norton

Tour European Masters, Paint a (Mini) Pumpkin, and Join �Rocky Horror� for the Time Warp Dance!

Oct. 20, 2011

PROFILE: Adam White of The Salt Exchange

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:54:00 EST

Adam White
The Salt Exchange

The Salt Exchange restaurant is very pleased to introduce Chef Adam White. Chef White has taken the reins of the restaurant and will continue to utilize local and sustainable ingredients as well as work with clients to enhance current offerings. Adam has been part of the Maine culinary evolution for over a decade, working here in Portland at David's Creative and Restaurant Oolong, and on the southern seacoast as the Executive Chef of Hurricane Restaurant and Clay Hill Farm.

PROFILE: Sam Hayward of Fore Street

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:42:00 EST

Sam Hayward
Fore Street

Sam Hayward, who won the James Beard award as the Northeast�s best chef in 2004, describes his cooking style as ��unembellishment. We buy the best raw materials we can and mess with them as little as possible. You could call it �naked food��so the cooking technique and the seasoning have to be perfect.

PROFILE: Mitchell Kaldrovich of Sea Glass at the Inn by the Sea

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:27:00 EST

Mitchell Kaldrovich
Sea Glass at the Inn by the Sea

PROFILE: Michael Ruoss of Salu - New Orleans

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:11:00 EST

Michael Ruoss
Salu - New Orleans

Formerly of Old Orchard Beach, Michael Ruoss earned a degree from Maine Technical College's culinary program (now SMCC) in South Portland.

PROFILE: Abigail Carroll of Nonesuch Oysters

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:42:00 EST

Abigail Carroll
Nonesuch Oysters

Nonesuch Oysters is a young, eco-friendly, oyster farm located within a nature conservancy at Nonesuch Point in Maine's pristine Scarborough River.

Hear the People UpStairs perform, Take a Curator�s Tour, Paint a Pumpkin and Enjoy Delicious Food from Cafe 1451

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 21:30:00 EST

Art After Dark Every Thursday @ the Norton

Hear the People UpStairs perform, Take a Curator�s Tour, Paint a Pumpkin and Enjoy Delicious Food from Cafe 1451 Oct. 13, 2011

Full-time mom, full-time baker

Lauren McKenzie Noel — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:26:00 EST

A moist coconut cupcake, filled with creamy vanilla pudding, covered with rich chocolate ganache and topped with a marshmallow fondant hydrangea is not just a dessert. It�s an edible work of art, which my business, Pearson Cakes & Confections, is dedicated to creating.

Food, Glorious Food! Wake Up & Embrace the Sunny Ambience of Temple Orange at The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach with New Breakfast Menu

Michael Kagdis — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 09:24:00 EST

Steaming coffee pouring out of gleaming pots and carafes full of freshly squeezed Florida orange juice welcome guests to morning! Breakfast at Temple Orange has always been a love affair with food and Chef Ryan Artim now presents a whole new reason to start the day--new breakfast menu!

Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival Announces New Seminars and Tasting Experiences

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 21:25:00 EST

The Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival, taking place September 23-25, 2011, will offer an exciting line-up of exclusive, multi-level wine seminars by industry experts, including Mark Oldman,wine expert for Pottery Barn and a lead judge on the PBS television series The Winemakers, and noted wine connoisseur Alain Junguenet of Wines of France, Inc. Designed to satisfy the palates of both the tasting novice and the more seasoned oenophile, the seminars will educate guests on the finer points of wine tasting, pairing and buying. The Hotel Viking will play host to the series of hour-long seminars, to be held Friday and Saturday, September 23 & 24, 2011.

Harvest on the Harbor Announces Top Talents Maine�s premier food & wine experience Chef Finalists, Celebrities and Fishermen�s Catch for the popular October Festival October 20-21, 2011

Michael Kagdis — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:02:00 EST

The Greater Portland Convention & Visitors Bureau gathered at Ocean Gateway on Casco Bay, the site of the 2011 Harvest on the Harbor, to announce highlights of the October event.
Barbara Whitten of the Convention & Visitors Bureau announced the four finalists for the first everTop of the Crop: Maine�s Best Farm to Table Chef. Three of the finalists were chosen by a panel of judges from a field of 14 chefs. The fourth judge is a �people�s choice� selection, chosen in an online vote. The competition will take place on October 21, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

Chef Lidia Bastianich Headlines 6th Annual Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival, September 23-25, 2011

Michael Kagdis — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 21:31:00 EST

As the most sophisticated wine and food festival on the East Coast, the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival has quickly become one of the most anticipated food and wine events in the country. Featuring an array of celebrity chefs, exclusive wines from around the world and fabulous food from the region�s best restaurants, the 6^th annual Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival is the place to be from September 23-25, 2011. Sponsored by FOOD & WINE, the Festival takes place in one of America�s most picturesque settings�the historic Newport Mansions, Rosecliff and Marble House, in the seaside resort of Newport, Rhode Island.

LaMaree Smokehouse Portier Fine Foods

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 18:02:00 EST

LaMaree Smokehouse is not your usual gourmet food supplier. We serve only those who want to be known as the best. The high quality of our food starts with using only the finest ingredients, freshest seafood, Custom Smoking in the European, Old World Tradition and only Hand Slicing, for a truly Artisanal Product. The Chefs in America competitions inCalifornia have awarded Double Gold Medals to our Smoked Salmon and Smoked Trout.

Clay T. Conley chef/owner, buccan

Michael Kagdis — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 15:36:00 EST

At 36, Chef Clay Conley has more than two decades of experience in the kitchen. A native of rural Maine, he got his first taste of the business at the age of 13, volunteering to work in the kitchen of a local restaurant. Passionately pursuing his calling, Conley eventually became a protégé of renowned chef Todd English. Working with the celebrity chef for almost a decade � and opening restaurants in Boston, Washington DC, Las Vegas, and Tokyo - Conley was introduced to the finest ingredients and foods from all over the world. He became the culinary director for all 17 of English�s restaurants at age 29.

Season Kick-Off Cocktail Party and Cooking Demonstration With Chef Clay Conley of Buccan

Michael Kagdis — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:26:00 EST

Season Kick-Off Cocktail Party
and Cooking Demonstration
With Chef Clay Conley of Buccan

Thursday, November 18, 2010
6 to 9 p.m.

The Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden

Powell & Mahoney faithfully reproduce authentic recipes including: Margarita, Mojito, Bloody Mary, Cosmopolitan, Ginger, and their seasonal offering, Hot Toddy, with the style and spirit of some of America�s great, original cocktails.

Michael Kagdis — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:26:00 EST

Harvest on the Harbor: Maine's Premier Food and Wine Experience

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:24:00 EST

The Greater Portland Convention & Visitors Bureau presents the Third Annual Harvest on the Harbor - Maine's premier food and wine experience - to be held Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 21-23, at Ocean Gateway on Portland's picturesque waterfront. New events this year will include The Ultimate Seafood Splash, a pristine spread of environmentally sustainable seafood samplings and savory wines, and The Perfect Pairing, an epicurean affair featuring gourmet hors d'oeuvres, paired with the perfect pours, to bring out the farm-fresh autumnal flavor of these first-class fusions.

Palm Beach Restaurant Summer - Everyone likes a bargain

Lucy Dellinger — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EST

Rich or poor, everyone likes a bargain.

Regardless of how you register on the wealth meter, you won�t want to miss Palm Beach Restaurant Summer, which officially runs through the end of this month. Customers can take advantage of a three-course lunch ($20.10) or dinner ($35) at a baker�s dozen of the island�s finest restaurants.

Kendall-Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival Benefits School Garden Network

Quite Simply Delicious — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 21:48:00 EST

The Kendall-Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival--sponsored by Kendall-Jackson Wines on behalf of the School Garden Network--enters its 14th season, Saturday, September 11, from 11a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Kendall-Jackson Wine Center at 5007 Fulton Road in Santa Rosa.

Black Trumpet, Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:32:00 EST

Black Trumpet is a two-story bistro and wine bar in the heart of Portsmouth�s historic old port. Both floors offer views of the Piscataqua River and the oft-photographed tugboats that still escort enormous tankers into the harbor.

Taboo Palm Beach

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 08:13:00 EST

Ta-boo was opened in 1941 by Ted Stone shortly before the U.S. entered World War II. Stone owned the restaurant for 14 years before selling it to Jim Peterson in 1955. Peterson held on to Ta-boo until 1975, after which it underwent several ownership changes until Franklyn deMarco and Nancy Simmons (formerly Nancy Sharigan) reopened the doors in October of 1990.

Golf? Spa? Can't Decide? Enjoy Both with The Complete Deal only at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa

Michael Kagdis — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:43:00 EST

Can't decide between a golf getaway or rejuvenating spa retreat? This summer travelers can enjoy the best of both at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa. This five-diamond resort offers guests unlimited golf and one complimentary classic 50-minute spa treatment per night when booking with a Shangri-La room type or above. As an added bonus, guests staying in a suite will also enjoy complimentary daily breakfast. Offered through September 2, 2010, The Complete Deal Package is available Sunday through Thursday nights.

Do-Hwan Eom, Bar Captain at the Ritz Bar, Seoul Diageo Reserve World Class Bartender of the Year 2010 Runner Up & Market Challenge Winner

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:00:00 EST

Last night Do-Hwan Eom, Bar Captain at The Ritz Bar, The Ritz-Carlton, Seoul, was announced the winner of the Market Challenge at the global final of DIAGEO RESERVE WORLD CLASS 2010 and second place overall. The title of DIAGEO RESERVE WORLD CLASS Bartender of the Year 2010 was presented to Erik Lorincz from the Connaught Bar, London.

Diageo Reserve Announces World Class Bartender of the Year 2010: Erik Lorincz From Connaught Bar, London

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 06:00:00 EST

Tonight the title of DIAGEO RESERVE WORLD CLASS Bartender of the Year 2010 was presented to Erik Lorincz from Connaught Bar at The Connaught, London. After a year long global challenge which saw 9000 bartenders from around the globe shake, stir and pour their way through national heats, just 24 of the most talented and inspirational bartenders remained to go head to head over four days of WORLD CLASS challenges this week. Erik claimed the overall title after impressing the most recognised names in the business - Dale DeGroff, Salvatore Calabrese, Peter Dorelli, Gary Regan, Alberto Soria and Hidetsugu Ueno.

Break Out the Blueberries for a Cool, Creative Twist

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 04:25:00 EST

The heat is on, summer is in full swing, and there's no better way to keep cool than with the refreshing taste of sun-ripened blueberries. Ocean Spray's new line of blueberry inspired juice drinks, fresh and dried fruit are a sure-fire way to beat the heat and rejuvenate recipes for summer snacks and cocktails.

Beaulieu Vineyard® Wines Featured for the Seventh Consecutive Year at the 62nd Primetime Emmy® Awards Governors Ball

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 04:23:00 EST

Beaulieu Vineyard, the benchmark Napa Valley vintner with 110 years of excellence in winemaking, will once again be the featured wine of the 62nd Primetime Emmy® Awards Governors Ball to be held on August 29, 2010 at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles immediately following the Primetime Emmy telecast. This is the seventh consecutive year BV wine has been featured at the Emmy celebrations and the fifth year Beaulieu Vineyard has been proud to be the Official Wine Sponsor of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

Diageo Reserve World Class 2010 Global Final

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 04:14:00 EST

Massimo La Rocca, bartender at Sheen Falls Lodge, Co. Kerry, has been announced as winner of the Ritual & Cocktail Theatre Challenge at DIAGEO RESERVE WORLD CLASS 2010 and third overall. The title of DIAGEO RESERVE WORLD CLASS Bartender of the Year was presented to Erik Lorincz from The Connaught Bar, Londo

Red Bull Flugtag Brings the Heat to Miami

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 03:48:00 EST

Miami residents probably thought they had it all after LeBron James announced his decision to play for The HEAT this week, but good things just keep coming to this city as more than 85,000 people made their way to Bayfront Park for Red Bull Flugtag Miami. An event for the young and the young at heart, Red Bull Flugtag is all about the attempt at human flight... and ultimately taking a swim in Biscayne Bay. Judged on distance, creativity, and showmanship, it was team Formula Flug from Palm Beach Gardens, FL who took the top spot with their winged Formula One race car.

Grill Master Sid Stafford and the Lure of Zinfandel

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:41:00 EST

Sid Stafford is the kind of guy who doesn't just learn things; he masters them. His motorcycles are vintage and rare; his photographs are his own black-and-white art prints; and his cookouts are international adventures in epicurean delights. As Sid gears up for another summer over the grill, he offers some advice for all backyard barbecue enthusiasts and he makes no secret of the perfect wine pairing for all things meaty -- stock up on your Zinfandel.

Red, White and Cool: The Summer Wine Round-Up

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:39:00 EST

Ah, summer! Hot, sunny days ideal for picnics. Evenings of lingering daylight perfect for barbecues and grilling. Months when the pace slows, providing plenty of time to enjoy the delicious foods of the season and pair them with equally delicious wines.

Playboy Unveils List of America's Greatest Bars

Michael Kagdis — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 03:45:00 EST

Looking for a great place to have a drink? Look no further than 'Playboy's Guide to America's Greatest Bars' in the magazine's August 2010 issue (available on newsstands and at www.playboydigital.com on Friday, July 16).

Chicago Chef Randy Zweiban to Sail on Holland America Line's ms Amsterdam July 12

Michael Kagdis — Fri, 07 May 2010 03:59:00 EST

Randy Zweiban, executive chef and owner of Chicago's acclaimed restaurant, Province, is scheduled to sail as part of the guest enrichment program on the July 12, 2010, Alaskan Adventurer Via Hubbard Glacier cruise aboard Holland America Line's ms Amsterdam.

Floribbean cuisine

Michael Kagdis — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:51:00 EST

Floribbean cuisine is found in varying forms in Florida restaurants and in the homes of many Floridians throughout the state. The essence of what makes a particular dish 'Floribbean' is similar to many other aspects of Floridian culture: that it is heavily influenced by visitors and immigrants from all over the world, but especially from the Caribbean (with notable influence from The Bahamas, Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Haiti), Australia, and the American Deep South. In the case of the Southern Florida region in particular, a subdivision called Latino-Floribbean or Hispano-Floribbean cuisine also takes Latino cuisine traits from such countries as Mexico, Cuba, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic, adding further influences into the mix. To distinguish the Latino Caribbean style from the non-Latino Caribbean style, some employ the terms Afro-Floribbean cuisine and Indo-Floribbean cuisine, as the majority of the Caribbean islands are of either African or Indian heritage, which in turn were colonized by British, French, and Dutch settlers.

The Cuisine Of Haiti

Michael Kagdis — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:25:00 EST

The cuisine of Haiti originates from several culinary styles from the various historical ethnic groups that populated the western portion of the island of Hispaniola, namely the French, African, and the Taíno Amerindians.

Legendary chef Norman Van Aken

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:41:00 EST

NORMAN VAN AKEN

Palm Beach Prime Brings Restaurant Quality Meat Home to Your Kitchen

Miriam Vasco — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:27:00 EST

When discerning shoppers in the Palm Beach area want high quality meat and seafood, they turn to Palm Beach Prime and have done so for over 20 years. This mail order meat company has just broken into the national gift market.

SVEDKA Vodka's 'Adult Playground 2033' Event Series Presents Brent Bolthouse's First Solo Photography Exhibit

Michael Kagdis — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 21:08:00 EST

Bolthouse's First-Ever Exhibit Titled Greenland: A Beautiful Lie

BOMBAY GIN & GQ Magazine Cocktail Demonstration

No Author — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:37:00 EST

Bice Nights - The very best of Palm Beach nightlife

Group Author — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EST

Bice Nights - The very best of Palm Beach nightlife

Couture Cocktails

Michael Kagdis — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 09:11:00 EST

Summer's Kiss by Charles Steadman

Ultra-Toronto

Miriam Vasco — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 08:31:00 EST

Subtlety is not in the vocabulary, if Toronto�s club king, Beirut-born Charles Khabouth, is involved in an entertainment or hospitality venue. The CEO of Toronto-based Ink has done it again with the reopened ULTRA, designed by Toronto�s Munge Leung. Partners Alessandro Munge and Sai Leung were also in charge of the award-winning design of the original ULTRA five years ago.

Serendipity Cafe

Miriam Vasco — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 08:27:00 EST

Posh is probably the best word to describe the venerable Boca Raton Resort & Club in Florida. Expecting only pastelly and fussy colonial style, we were happy to see the fun decor of Serendipity cafe, just opened at the luxury resort. But we really shouldn�t be surprised. This cafe is the second only outlet of New York�s super-famous Serendipity 3.
 

Grand Mariner - A Family Tradition

Michael Kagdis — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 03:46:00 EST

More than 150 years � and six generations � after it was established, Grand Marnier®  is still owned and managed by the family that founded it: the Marnier Lapostolles. 

The Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:21:00 EST

The Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:19:00 EST

The Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:18:00 EST

The Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:17:00 EST

The Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:16:00 EST

The Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:15:00 EST

The Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:13:00 EST

Palm Beach Proper

No Author — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:11:00 EST

Wine to Go Bags AKA Wine Doggy Bags Help Reduce Restaurateur's Liability

No Author — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:36:00 EST

TOGObrand.com has introduced a 'wine-to-go' compliance package designed to assist restaurateurs in Iowa to comply with the wine doggy bag, wine to go, pinot to go, cork n' carry, merlot to go, wine doggie bag bills, and re-corking policies and laws.

Picholine - New York, NY

Michael Kagdis — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 20:24:00 EST

Chef and owner Terrance Brennan talks about his NYC fine dining restaurant. Get more info on Picholine