Many moons ago, I met Amy Reiley at The Napa Truffle Festival dinner in La Toque. I didn’t know that she’s an author of such captivating and tempting cookbooks… and OH THE TRUFFLES that night at the dinner! It was so sexquisite! Truffles are usually associated with sexual attraction, and they elicit an immediate response from me. After reading her cookbooks, it was clear that she was an amorous Goddess of sensual, romantic gastronomy. Amy’s E-book is called “Eat Cake Naked: aphrodisiac desserts to heat up your love life”. Have I got your attention yet? This is serious stuff for those of you who might be looking for a little culinary and...

Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival takes place March 1 to April 23, 2019. Guests will explore California-inspired cuisine and beverages, plus live entertainment, family-friendly seminars and cooking demonstrations. Kids can even join the fun with hands-on “cooking” experiences that end with a tasty surprise. (Disneyland Resort) The popular Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival returns to the Disneyland Resort March 1 to April 23, 2019, with flavors and fare inspired by the Golden State. Guests of all ages will discover the beauty and celebrate the bounty of California with unforgettable cuisine,...

The 4Ever Show, produced by Dream Loud, is a celebratory event inspired by the historic ties between the city of Florence and the United States of America Firenze, presentazione del concerto di Florence4Ever con Gino Salica, il Sindaco Dario Nardella, Marco Bosco e Silvano Taiani 2019 02 04 © Niccolò Cambi/Massimo Sestini NEW YORK and FLORENCE, Italy, Feb. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Billed as a pop symphonic experience and city celebration for the people, Florence4Ever will be produced by Dream Loud /4Ever Brand and take place at the historic Artemio Franchi Stadium, home of Serie A football franchise ACF Fiorentina.  Oscar, Emmy, Tony,...

Ana De Armas starring in the 2019 Campari Red Diaries short movie, Entering Red, directed by Matteo Garrone to celebrate the Negroni’s Centenary Today, Campari, the iconic Italian aperitif, unveils the latest in the Red Diaries series – the enigmatic and enticing short film, Entering Red. Remaining true to Campari’s mantra that every cocktail tells a story, this year’s production inaugurates the celebration of the iconic Negroni cocktail as the world famous drink marks 100 years since its existence. The story further reiterates that Campari truly is at the heart of the Negroni, making it the irreplaceable...

P.F. Chang’s is unveiling its Year of the Pig celebration starting February 5. Each day through March 25, 2019, P.F. Chang’s is featuring three new Year of the Pig hand-crafted cocktails. Guests that dine in the restaurant will also receive a limited-edition Fortune-Telling Pig, that, once placed in the palm of the hand, reveals your hidden secrets. For the first time, P.F. Chang’s is also launching a Chinese New Year-inspired gift card featuring a pig made entirely of fresh peppers, with chili seeds positioned to create the Chinese symbol for ‘pig.’ The Year of the Pig gift card will be...

Single-day general admission and single-day VIP passes for the seventh annual BottleRock Napa Valley music, wine, food and craft brew festival, presented by JaM Cellars on May 24 – 26, 2019, will be available starting Thursday, January 10, 2019 at 10AM PST and may be purchased at BottleRockNapaValley.com. Fans are strongly encouraged to purchase their single-day passes early. BottleRock Napa Valley, featuring headline artists Mumford & Sons, Imagine Dragons, Neil Young + Promise of the Real, Pharrell Williams, Santana and Logic, plus over 70 additional acts, takes place at the Napa Valley Expo in downtown Napa....

Photo Credits Rey Del Fierro Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band today revealed additional tour dates for this year.  2019 marks the 30thAnniversary of Ringo and his All Starr Band, who played their first show on July 23, 1989 at the Park Central Ampitheatre in Dallas, Texas. The first leg of 2019 tour dates will begin with one US show at Harrah’s Resort Southern California on March 21st before the band head to Japan. The Japanese tour will launch in Fukuoka on March 27th and wrap up April 11th in Osaka.  Then on August 1, 2019 the band resume at Harrahs in Windsor and they will conclude September 1st at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles,...

The season of love is upon us and Chicago restaurants and hotels are gearing up for decadent dinners, romantic overnight getaways and sensual spa treatments for two. Highlights include: FOOD AND BEVERAGE Benny’s Chop House 444 N Wabash Chicago, IL 60611 (312) 626-2444 Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day at Benny’s Chop House! The independently-owned River North steakhouse offers diners the ultimate way to indulge with an array of decadent menu offerings, including the infamous Chocolate Soufflé. From those celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary to the ones going all out for their second date, Benny’s is...

The Francis House small luxury inn will open September 7, 2018, after an extensive 3-year renovation. Initially, a family home for prominent local merchant,  James H. Francis, The Francis House in Calistoga is a landmark building steeped in history and prestige located in the heart of Napa Valley wine country. Built in 1886, The Francis House is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It is the only stone building in Napa County with authentic French Second Empire architecture. As renowned as it is for its architecture, The Francis House is significant to many Calistoga residents for its service as the Calistoga Hospital from...

ONE MIND Announces Direction and Organization for 2018 Major progress in 2017 and Record Year of Fundraising Peter Chiarelli Assumes Role of Ambassador and Board appoints Brandon Staglin, President ONE MIND Announces Direction and Organization for 2018 Major progress in 2017 and Record Year of Fundraising Peter Chiarelli Assumes Role of Ambassador and Board appoints Brandon Staglin, President New Members of Scientific Advisory Board expand Scientific Expertise The Board of ONE MIND™ announced today that Peter Chiarelli, U.S. Army General (retired), will assume a new role as Ambassador to One Mind and step down as CEO effective...

Daily 10am – 4pm, July 28th & 29th 500 Ave N, Treasure Island, SF, CA WHAT: TreasureFest is a unique monthly themed festival that showcases the best of the Bay area. July is our ‘Hawaii’ event and many of our vendors will be offering vintage tiki kitchenware and Hawaiian apparel. Our bars will have an all new tropical menu, Hawaiian craft beers, and Hawaiian inspired cocktails with a SF twist. And, we will have live music and 40+ food trucks and stations to picnic. In addition, there will be great DIY workshops, kid’s games, and entertainment. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE – Happy hour mai-tais buy one get one free from 10...