Shopping in Las Vegas with Rene’ Tyler in a current climate that is changing our lives every day brings a sense of getting back to normal. Rene’ Tyler is thrilled to be one of the first open on the Las Vegas strip. This shop is many firsts including the first plus-size shop on the Las Vegas strip.
Shopping Las Vegas
Excited to be back and ready to get to the art of style and fashion. The guidelines for shopping in the COVID 19 period are all customers MUST wear a #facemask while shopping in our boutique, as well as adhering to the social distancing guidelines. Our hours will be 11 AM – 7 PM, Friday and Saturday, and 12 PM – 6 PM on Sunday. The new location is at Fashion Show Mall at 3200 Las Vegas Blvd South, Suite 2800 Las Vegas NV 89109, across from Wynn Hotel.
Social Distancing Rene’ Tyler Shopping
Shopping Sex Appeal of Style Accessories
The accessories found in this shop are absolutely the sexiness of any personal style. You will find plus size belts, sunglasses, shoes, handbags, clutches, veils (for that last-minute wedding), and shoes to complete the sex appeal for Vegas.
Accessory Shopping Rene’ Tyler
Shopping Fashion For Summer Fun
In the last few months, we have each missed the normal world. Stying and getting all dolled up for a moment of fun. The longing for adventures and missing the events of life.
Rene’ Tyler has the best fashion for your summer styling and beauty. You will be your best self in the best fashion for your personal style.
Shopping Online
Not able to get to Las Vegas. No worries Rene’ Tyler has a selection for the lounging days of quarantining selected in an easy shopping section. This is kept personal and easy convenience when planning for the upcoming outages. Looking to hit the town this summer check out her New York Fashion here.
Shopping New York Fashion Week
The Friday evening of February 7, 2020, Oxford Fashion Studio presented 10 designers at Pier 59 Studios to a full house. Rene’ Tyler presented her fashion collection Noir Et Blanc inspired by Parisian style, elegance, and inclusivity. Glamourous looks celebrating a woman’s curves dominate the runway.
Rene’ Tyler Spring Summer 2020 NYFW
Shopping Hot Curves
No one was doing plus size fashion at Los Angeles Fashion Week (LAFW). She produced her own show. This was the influencing for plus size fashion at LAFW.
Rene’ personally buys each item with the focus on each woman’s personal style and current trends. She wants each person to find that unique item for their great time in Vegas from the Stellar Awards to a nice day poolside.
Rene’ Tyler pieces have also been worn by celebrities including Laverne Cox, Dulcé Sloan, Mary Lambert, and Marsha Ambrosius.
Angela Rene’
Angela Rene’, owner and designer, is a leading fashion and stylist for equality in fashion. We first meet Rene’ at Art Hearts Fashion in Los Angeles. Her show was top of the evening with excpetion fashion and beauty on the runway.
Chase Tyler, Tammy Forchion, Angela Rene’
Her fashion design is fabulous with personal styling for any individual. Her fashion sense and approach is to make all women feel beautiful. She incorporates using many fabrics, textures, draping, and beautiful designs.
Her inspirations include Christian Siriano, Ralph & Russo, and Zuhair Murad. This provides her insight into current trends but allows for the different and unique for every woman.
The greatest honor for her was having Laverne Cox purchase and wear her design. It is a flowing sexy number. Her most proud moment is making the cover of The Las Vegas Review. She is still beaming from this moment. She did not know she was going to be on the cover.
Laverne Cox Wearing Rene’ Tyler
This was such an honor because there was a time when her ancestor could not come down the strip to gamble, work, eat, or explore. The African American performers had to come through the back door to perform here. She was the only African American woman-owned business at the Grande Canal Shoppe.
This is an honor to cover the journey with Rene’ Tyler Plus Size Fashion from LA to Las Vegas and through a pandemic. She brings sex appeal and many influencing firsts to fashion for all women.
We all love the sweet pancake with maple syrup great childhood memories at the campfire flipping pancakes. Bring pancakes to your brunch as a savory dish.
Roasted corn with spring peas is a great brunch dish this season. Bring this combination to your Sunday brunch.
Recipe
Roasted Corn Pancakes with Spring Pea Puree Poached Egg with Roasted Corn Aioli
2 tsp. fresh mint leaves (1 tsp. fresh mint chopped)
2 TBSP Cold Butter
Sea Salt/Ground Pepper
In a sauce pan over medium heat oil until hot. Add the peas, onions, and garlic until softened. Fresh peas 1 to 2 minutes froze peas 3 to 4 minutes. Add the broth cook until the peas are tender. Remove from the heat add the parsley.
Place in the a blender or use an immersion blender. Add the butter blend till puree. Add the mint, dash of salt and pepper blend well.
Roasted Corn Aioli (can be made the day before)
1 TBSP lemon juice
1 Tsp. lemon zest
2 cloves of garlic
2 eggs
2 TBSP Parsley
1 Tsp. Dijon mustard
1/4 Tsp. Salt
1/8 Tsp. cayenne pepper
1 cup olive oil more may be needed
2 ears of roasted corn (remove kernels from cob)
Combine all ingredients except for the olive oil and corn kernels in a bowl of a food process until smooth. Slowly add the olive oil through the feeding tube while processor is running. This will create a consistency of mayonnaise when all the oil is added. It may need a little more to reach the consistency needed. Transfer to a bowl and fold in the roasted corn in the aioli. Can be store for up to a week in the refrigerator.
1 large egg separated (yolk slightly beaten) (egg white beaten stiff)
1 1/4 cup buttermilk
1 TBSP Canola or Olive Oil
1 jalapeno seeded, deveined, and chopped if heat desired)
1 Tsp. cilantro
1 ear roasted corn (remove kernels from cob)
1 Tsp. butter for cooking
Combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Whisk together the egg yolk, buttermilk, and oil in a medium bowl. Mix dry ingredients well with wet ingredients. Stir in corn. Gently fold in whipped egg.
Add a pat of butter to a griddle. Heat over medium heat. When the surface is hot pour 1/4 cup of batter to form 5 inch pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the top surface. Flip and cook the other side until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes.
Poached Eggs (can use a medium over egg, yolk needs to be runny)
6 Eggs
2 TBSP vinegar/rice vinegar
Bring a large pot of water to almost a boil. Add the vinegar, which will help the eggs set.
Swirl the simmering water, and then gently crack each egg into a small bowl and release right above the surface of the water. This is very important in order to present them from breaking and to achieve proper consistency.
Remove the pot from the heart, cover and let stand until the egg whites are fully cooed and the egg looks like a smooth ball about 4 minutes. You want the yolk to be runny.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel lined plate.
To serve place the corn pancake on a serving plate, dollop about 1 TBSP of spring pea puree, top with poached egg (over medium egg) drizzle with roasted corn aioli. Top with sprigs of mint and black pepper.
Note you can make variations on this recipe
You can use mashed avocados in place of the peas
Add smoked salmon, Canadian Bacon, or half slices of bacon placed on top of pea puree or avocados.
Oscars® is throwing a party. The 92nd Oscars’® biggest party will be the Governor’s Ball. The theme of this year’s Governor’s Ball is ‘Magical Transformation’.
The Governors Ball Press Preview
Oscar® Party Planning
The inspired design for the evening’s party is harmony and relaxation. The color palette will be a soothing mix of copper and bronze metallics with accents of eggplant and amethyst.
Wolfgang Puck
Wolfgang Puck is again preparing the evening meal for this celebrity Oscar® party. He has revolutionized the dining landscape with a singular focus: to exceed expectations whenever our guests gather for a meal.
Mark’s Garden
Mark’s Graden will bring 400 arrangements that will be hand-crafted with white roses, radiant vanda orchids, purple anemones, and more for beauty at this Oscar® party. “For this year’s floral design, we really wanted to keep the spotlight on the stars of the show,” said Michael Uncapher. “With clean, modern design as the focus for this year’s Governor’s Ball.
The Governors Ball Press Preview
Oscars Governor’s Party Menu
Amuse Bouche
• Compressed Watermelon, Housemade Cashew Ricotta, Mint Agave Syrup (V)
• Avocado Tostadas with Crunch Cabbage and Chipotle Glaze (V)
• Mini Taro Root Taco with Braised Hibiscus and Tomatillo Salsa (V)
• Cucumber Roll, Green Chickpeas, Avocado, Citrus Confit (V)
Green Tea Almond Milk Mousse and Coffee Gelée (V) Kumquat Eton Mess Verrine – Pavlova, Kumquat Jam, Tangerine Cream, Meringue and Kumquat Tuile (V)
Bottomless Vertical Tart – Yuzu and Blueberry
Blackberry Spiced Layered Cake
Raspberry-Lemonade Cookie (V)
Salted Caramel Brownie Cookie (V)
Double Chocolate Chip Cookie (V)
Red Velvet Brownie (V)
Margarita Push Pop (V)
Chocolate Pizzelle Wafer with Vanilla Cream and WP Chocolate Stamp
Raspberry Marshmallow, Pistachio Sable Dipped in Dark Chocolate
Dark Chocolate and Yuzu Ravioli (V)
Red Wine Winter Spice Pate de Fruit in Dark Chocolate (V)
Cranberry Honey Macaron
Grapefruit Ginger Macaron
Translucent Candy Lollipop with Gold Leaf, Edible Flower with Elderflower Essence (V)
Translucent Candy Lollipop with Silver Leaf, Edible Petals with Mango and Jalapeno Essence (V)
Ube and Coconut Cream Pillow Tart (V)
Peppermint Patty Pillow Cake with Vanilla Sable
Boozy Milkshakes
• Bailey’s Irish Cream Milkshake • Banana, Oat Milk, Salted Caramel, and Bourbon (V) • Orange Sorbet Old Fashioned with Bitters Granita (V)
Housemade Valrhona Chocolate Bars
Dark Chocolate Horchata (V)
Dark Chocolate Turmeric, Lemon and Ginger (V)
Dark Chocolate Cookies & Cream (V)
White Chocolate and Lavender
Chef Action Station SCOOPED TO ORDER SORBETS ON CHINESE DONUTS
Chocolate Sorbet (V)
Coconut and Lychee Sorbet (V)
Mandarin Sorbet (V)
Behind the Scenes
Menu Created by WOLFGANG PUCK and ERIC KLEIN VP of Culinary, Wolfgang Puck Catering
Pastry Design by KAMEL GUECHIDA, GARRY LARDUINAT, and JASON LEMONNIER
Restaurant-Style Service Directed by CARL SCHUSTER, CEO Wolfgang Puck Catering
Recipes For Your Oscar’s Party
Dinner Party
Cacio e Pepe Macaroni and Cheese
Cacio e Pepe Macaroni and Cheese
Recipe courtesy Wolfgang Puck Serves 1 8oz Cavatelli Pasta 2 Tbsp Salt 2 Tbsp Butter 2 Tbsp Flour 1 ¼ cup Whole Milk ¼ cup shredded Aged Vermont White Cheddar 1 Tbsp Parmesan ¼ tsp Pink Peppercorns, toasted and ground ½ tsp Black Peppercorns, toasted and ground ¼ tsp Green Peppercorns
Bring 2-3 quarts of water to a boil in a pot. Add 2 Tbsp of salt to the water and then the pasta. Cook for about 8 minutes or to al dente. Strain.
In a heavy bottom pot, melt butter and then whisk flour into the melted butter. Continue to whisk for two minutes on low heat avoiding any color.
Add milk to the butter and flour mixture continuing to stir until the milk thickens to a creamy consistency and coats the back of a spoon.
Add white cheddar, stirring to melt the cheese into the milk. Add ground pink and black peppercorns.
Add the pasta to the pot and stir in the Parmesan. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve!
Vegetable Rice Paper Roll
Spring Rolls
Recipe courtesy Wolfgang Puck Serves one 1 8” rice paper wrap 1/2 mango peeled, julienned into 3 inch sticks ½ tsp togarashi (shichimi) 4 mint, leaves picked 3 thai basil, leaves picked 1 whole fuyu persimmon, julienned 1 whole jalapeno, seeded and julienned 1whole cucumber, julienned into 3 inch sticks (Discard the seeds) 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce (recipe below) 1 whole fresh lime zest 3 shiso leaves ¼ c micro shiso Sweet Chili Sauce 2 Tablespoons of Agave 1 Tablespoon of Sriracha 1 Teaspoon chopped garlic ½ teaspoon of minced ginger 1 lime, juiced 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sweet soy sauce 1 teaspoon chopped mint 1 teaspoon of cilantro chopped
Combine ingredients and bring to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until it begins to boil and remove from heat.
Take off heat and cool using an ice bath. Directions:
Take a bowl with hot water and place one rice paper round in until it is softens and is malleable, about 15 -20 seconds. Be sure to use to large enough bowl for the rice paper to fit without bending or folding.
Place the now rehydrated rice paper on a dry cutting board or flat clean surface.
Place towards a quarter of the way down the rice paper: 4 julienned strips of mango, 3 to 4 pieces of persimmon, 4 strips of cucumber, 3-4 strips of jalapeno, tablespoon of sweet chili sauce, zest a teaspoon of lime, ½ teaspoon of Togarashi, 3 mint leaves, 2 Thai basil leaves, shingle the shiso leaves on tip
Take the sides of the rice paper roll and fold inward, then bring the bottom of the rice paper and fold over the ingredients and gently roll upward.
Cutting the rice paper roll into desired pieces and garnish with micro shiso leaves.
Cocktails
Cocktails
Garden Party Martini (Non-Alcoholic Cocktail)
2 1/2 oz Seedlip Garden 108
1/2 oz Olive Brine
Dash of Celery Bitters
5 Drops Giardiniera Oil
Combine seedlip garden, olive brine, and celery bitters into a mixing glass over ice. Stir well. Strain contents into a chilled martini glass. Use an eyedropper to place 5 drops of Giardiniera oil onto the top of the cocktail.
When You Have Passion
1 1/2 oz Tequila Don Julio Blanco
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
3/4 oz Agave Nectar
1/2 oz Passion Fruit Liqueur
Dash of fresh ginger juice.
Combine Tequila Don Julio Blanco, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, passion fruit liqueur, and fresh ginger juice into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well. Strain content into a 50 ml Tequila Don Julio Blanco bottle and serve with a mini paper straw.
The 92nd Oscars will be held on Sunday, February 9, 2020, at the Dolby® Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood, and will be televised live on ABC at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. “The Oscars Red Carpet Show” will air at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT. The Oscars also will be televised live in more than 225 countries and territories worldwide.
Vegan Dinner for the 77th Golden Globes. Setting a dynamic dinner for the elite of Hollywood is always a challenge. This year for the first time the Golden Globes has asked the Beverly Hilton chefs to create a completely plant-based menu.
Menu Golden Globe Awards
Vegan Menu Decision
The last year we have seen an increase in plant-based food from the Impossible and Awesome Burger. “For the first time the meal served to our guests will be entirely plant-based, a way to focus awareness on the need to countenance sustainable lifestyles as our world moves towards climate and environmental insecurity.” The menu has no meat or dairy in any dish. The Golden Globes takes the challenge and brings a star-studded menu.
King Oyster Mushrooms
Vegan Dinner
Vegan Menu
The celebrities attending the Golden Globes this year will find a glamourous filling dinner. The menu includes:
The appetizer is chilled golden beet soup. This is prepared with shaved candy-striped beets, citrus oil, pistachio, micro chervil, and amaranth
The entrée will be “scallops” made from king oyster mushrooms, served with wild-mushroom risotto, roasted baby purple, and green brussels sprouts, globe carrots, and pea tendrils.
The dessert is a “Vegan Opera Dome,” with choco brilliance, praline gunaja crumble, caramelized hazelnuts, and passion crispy.
Vegan Menu Changes
Executive pastry chef Thomas Henzi discusses making a beautiful cake without the use of gelatin, eggs, milk, or butter. This is a completely plant-based pastry. “It is a bit different when coming to pastries. You have to always learn new things,” Henzi states.
Executive chef Matthew Morgan says, “It is exciting to be a part of it. The statement that it is making is extremely important.” The menu looks to be as fancy as years past and the celebrities should have plenty to eat and drink.
Menu Golden Globe Awards
Vegan Drink Menu
Moet is here again with mini champaign bottles for the red carpet arrivals (1500 in total). The official drink is the Moet Golden Hour. This cocktail (500 will be served) is created with Belvedere vodka, Moet, pineapple juice, and simple syrup. 125 bottles finish off the Moet champaign at the Golden Globes.
Vegan Dinner Table Settings
Mark’s Garden is decorating the table with over 10,000 flowers. Vibrant and full boutiques will grace each table on the evening of the Golden Globes.
Menu Golden Globe Awards
Vegan Recipe
Golden Beet Soup
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 ½ lbs. golden beets, peeled and chopped into 1/2-in. pieces (6 cups), green tops reserved 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped (2 cups) 2 medium carrots, peeled and roughly chopped (1 1/2 cups) 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped ½ cup dry white wine 1 (48-oz.) container vegetable stock 1 cup water 1 tsp. orange zest plus ½ cup fresh juice (from 2 oranges) 1½ tsp. kosher salt ¼ cup chopped roasted salted pistachios
1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium. Add beets, onion, and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to caramelize, 15 to 18 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 1 minute. Add wine, and use a wooden spoon to scrape up browned bits from the bottom. Add stock and water. bring to a boil over medium; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook until the beets are very tender, about 1 hour. Remove from heat; let cool 20 minutes. 2. Puree cooled soup in a blender until smooth; water can be added for desired consistency. Return puree to pot. Stir in orange zest, juice and salt. Chill 30 minutes or until ready to serve. 3. Thinly slice beet green tops. Ladle soup into bowls, and sprinkle with greens and pistachios. Drizzle with more olive oil, if desired.
Serves: 4 Active time: 40 minutes Total time: 2 hours, 10 minutes
The Golden Hour Cocktail
1 cup ice ¾ oz. grapefruit vodka 1 oz. fresh pineapple juice ⅓ oz. simple syrup 1½ oz. chilled champagne Fresh pineapple chunk Pinch of smoked salt
1. Fill a shaker with ice, grapefruit vodka, pineapple juice, and simple syrup. Shake and strain into a coupe glass. 2. Top with champagne. Garnish with a fresh pineapple chunk sprinkled with a pinch of smoked salt.
Makes: 1
Ricky Gervais will host the high-profile ceremony airing live coast to coast on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020 from 5-8 p.m. PT/8-11 p.m. ET on NBC from The Beverly Hilton.
Stay tuned here and on our social media for exclusive coverage of the Golden Globes. #4chionstyle.
It seems like only yesterday when the fashion world was having a field day with fall’s unapologetic florals, giant bags, and pointed shoes. But with winter now in full swing, we’re welcoming a new set of “It” clothes, some refreshed styles, and seasonal colors.
Whether you’re looking to jump on the bandwagon or simply need new outfit ideas, here are some winter fashion trends to keep on your radar.
Fair Isle
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Named after the tiny island in northern Scotland where it originated from, fair isle is a knitting technique used to create patterns with various colors. Despite its humble beginnings, fashion experts Creators Syndicate have labeled it as the pattern of the year. While typically found on sweaters, it can also be seen on turtlenecks, cardigans, and knit dresses.
Trench coats have always been a winter favorite, but we’re now seeing them take center stage as a statement piece, instead of ordinary outerwear. Take your cue from Amal Clooney who was spotted donning a trench coat, in full leather. Even if it came in a seemingly neutral brown, she proved that trench coats can very much elevate your entire outfit.
Structured Pants
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Despite how tempting it is to live in your cozy pajamas in this cold weather, a sleek pair of pants will add something a little extra to your wardrobe. With all the bulky coats and slouchy sweaters you’ll be wearing, you’ll need to balance it out when it comes to your bottoms. These straight-leg pants from Woman Within come in a sophisticated yet casual silhouette that will look great with a loose top or outerwear. Bonus: they come in soft cotton to mimic the comfort of sweatpants, so no need to worry about feeling stiff.
Tonal Dressing
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If you’re not too keen on mixing and matching, then you can simply keep it streamlined with tonal colors. Just because it’s tonal, doesn’t mean you have to stick to monotone blacks and browns. You can totally pull off an all-pastel outfit if you want. The trick is to keep everything in the same color family, so you should try combining different shades of purple, green, red, or any other hue that’s popular this time of year.
No other piece screams “holiday fashion” than fur garments. And this year, it’s all about fur bags. These statement pieces are incredibly chic and can instantly upgrade your look. If you don’t want to go for full fur, you can always go for accessories lined with shearling, with this purse from Chanel as a classic example.
And there you have it! Whether you’re the type to play with textures or keep it simple, this year’s winter trends will definitely have something for you. That way, you’ll be strutting into those holiday parties in style.
62nd Grammys ® is a year of first nominee artist presenting a cultural conversation around their genre-bending hits. This year’s nominees are bringing change to the world of music.
Alicia Keys
62nd GRAMMY Nominations
62nd Grammys ® Nominee Announcement
Recording Academy® President/CEO Deborah Dugan alongside Academy Chair of the Board of Trustees and renowned record producer Harvey Mason Jr., as well as GRAMMY Awards ® host Alicia Keys and past two-time GRAMMY® nominee Bebe Rexha, revealed nominees for the 62nd GRAMMY Awards ®.
62nd Grammys ® First Timer Nominees
This year’s nominees reflect a melting pot of artistic innovation that defined the year in music. First-time nominees and top in nomination include:
Lizzo (8)
“Truth Hurts”
“Cuz I Love You (Deluxe)”
“Exactly How I Feel”
Best New Artist
Album of the Year (“Cuz I Love You (Deluxe”)
Song of the Year (“Truth Hurts”)
Best Pop Single Performance (“Truth Hurts”)
Best R&B Performance (“Exactly How I Feel”)
Billie Eilish (6) (youngest nominee in Grammy® history)
“Bad Guy”
“When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?“
Record of the Year (“Bad Guy“)
Album of the Year (“When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?“)
Song of the Year (“Bad Guy“)
Best New Artist
Best Pop Single Performance (“Bad Guy“)
Best Pop Album (“When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?“)
Lil Nas X (6)
“Old Town Road“
“7”
Record of The Year (“Old Town Road“)
Album of The Year (“7”)
Best New Artist
Best Pop Duo/Group Performance (“Old Town Road”)
Best Rap/Sung Performance (“Panini”)
Best Music Video (“Old Town Road“)
62nd Grammys ® Nominees
This year did include past nominees and winners. While Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga were shut out of the Record and Album of the Year. They each have 3 nominations at 62nd Grammys ®. Their albums did not qualify for last year’s nominations. Ariana Grande walks away with five nominations including Record and Album of the year of “7 Rings and “Thank You Next.”
Gayle King and Bebe Rexha
Alicia Keys
GRAMMY Nominations
62nd Grammys ® Nominations
Record Of The Year:
“Hey, Ma” — Bon Iver “Bad Guy” — Billie Eilish “7 Rings” — Ariana Grande “Hard Place” — H.E.R. “Talk” — Khalid “Old Town Road” — Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrus “Truth Hurts” — Lizzo “Sunflower” — Post Malone & Swae Lee
Album Of The Year:
“i,i” — Bon Iver “Norman F***ing Rockwell!” — Lana Del Rey “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?” — Billie Eilish “thank u, next” — Ariana Grande “I Used To Know Her” — H.E.R. “7” — Lil Nas X “Cuz I Love You (Deluxe)” — Lizzo “Father Of The Bride” — Vampire Weekend
Lady Gaga
Song Of The Year:
“Always Remember Us This Way” — Natalie Hemby, Lady Gaga, Hillary Lindsey & Lori McKenna, songwriters (Lady Gaga) “Bad Guy” — Billie Eilish O’Connell & Finneas O’Connell, songwriters (Billie Eilish) “Bring My Flowers Now” — Brandi Carlile, Phil Hanseroth, Tim Hanseroth & Tanya Tucker, songwriters (Tanya Tucker) “Hard Place” — Ruby Amanfu, Sam Ashworth, D. Arcelious Harris, H.E.R. & Rodney Jerkins, songwriters (H.E.R.) “Lover” — Taylor Swift, songwriter (Taylor Swift) “Norman F***ing Rockwell” — Jack Antonoff & Lana Del Rey, songwriters (Lana Del Rey) “Someone You Loved” — Tom Barnes, Lewis Capaldi, Pete Kelleher, Benjamin Kohn & Sam Roman, songwriters (Lewis Capaldi) “Truth Hurts” — Steven Cheung, Eric Frederic, Melissa Jefferson & Jesse Saint John, songwriters (Lizzo)
Best New Artist:
Black Pumas Billie Eilish Lil Nas X Lizzo Maggie Rogers Rosalía Tank And The Bangas Yola
Ariana Grande Met Gala
Best Pop Solo Performance:
“Spirit” — Beyoncé “Bad Guy” — Billie Eilish “7 Rings” — Ariana Grande “Truth Hurts” — Lizzo “You Need To Calm Down” — Taylor Swift
Best Pop Vocal Album:
“The Lion King: The Gift “— Beyoncé “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?” — Billie Eilish “thank u, next” — Ariana Grande “No. 6 Collaborations Project” — Ed Sheeran “Lover” — Taylor Swift
Best Dance Recording:
“Linked” — Bonobo “Got To Keep On” — The Chemical Brothers “Piece Of Your Heart” — Meduza Featuring Goodboys “Underwater” — RÜFÜS DU SOL “Midnight Hour” — Skrillex & Boys Noize Featuring Ty Dolla $ign
Best Rock Album:
“Amo” — Bring Me The Horizon “Social Cues” — Cage The Elephant “In The End” — The Cranberries “Trauma” — I Prevail “Feral Roots” — Rival Sons
Best R&B Performance:
“Love Again” — Daniel Caesar & Brandy “Could’ve Been” — H.E.R. Featuring Bryson Tiller “Exactly How I Feel” — Lizzo Featuring Gucci Mane “Roll Some Mo”— Lucky Daye “Come Home” — Anderson .Paak Featuring André 3000
Best Rap Album:
“Revenge Of The Dreamers III” — Dreamville “Championships” — Meek Mill “I Am > I Was” — 21 Savage “Igor “— Tyler, The Creator “The Lost Boy” — YBN Cordae
Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
“Boyfriend” — Ariana Grande & Social House “Sucker” — Jonas Brothers “Old Town Road” — Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrus “Sunflower” — Post Malone & Swae Lee “Señorita” — Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
Best Rap/Sung Performance
“Higher” — DJ Khaled Featuring Nipsey Hussle & John Legend “Drip Too Hard” — Lil Baby & Gunna “Panini” — Lil Nas X “Ballin” — Mustard Featuring Roddy Ricch “The London” — Young Thug Featuring J. Cole & Travis Scott
Best Music Video
“We’ve Got To Try” — The Chemical Brothers; Ellie Fry, video director; Ninian Doff, video producer “This Land” — Gary Clark Jr.; Savanah Leaf, video director; Alicia Martinez, video producer “Cellophane” — FKA twigs; Andrew Thomas Huang, video director; Alex Chamberlain, video producer “Old Town Road (Official Movie)” — Lil Nas X & Billy Ray Cyrus; Calmatic, video director; Candice Dragonas, Melissa Larsen & Saul Levitz, video producers “Glad He’s Gone” — Tove Lo; Vania Heymann & Gal Muggia, video directors; Natan Schottenfels, video producer
Best Country Song:
“Bring My Flowers Now” — Brandie Carlile, Phil Hanseroth, Tim Hanseroth & Tanya Tucker, songwriters (Tanya Tucker) “Girl Goin’ Nowhere” — Jeremy Bussey & Ashley McBryde, songwriters (Ashley McBryde) “It All Comes Out In The Wash” — Miranda Lambert, Hillary Lindsey, Lori McKenna & Liz Rose, songwriters (Miranda Lambert) “Some Of It” — Eric Church, Clint Daniels, Jeff Hyde & Bobby Pinson, songwriters (Eric Church) “Speechless” — Shay Mooney, Jordan Reynolds, Dan Smyers & Laura Veltz, songwriters (Dan + Shay)
Best Jazz Vocal Album:
“Thirsty Ghost”— Sara Gazarek “Love & Liberation” — Jazzmeia Horn “Alone Together” — Catherine Russell “12 Little Spells” — Esperanza Spalding “Screenplay” — The Tierney Sutton Band
Best Gospel Album:
“Long Live Love” — Kirk Franklin “Goshen” — Donald Lawrence Presents The Tri-City Singers “Tunnel Vision” — Gene Moore “Settle Here” — William Murphy “Something’s Happening! A Christmas Album” — CeCe Winans
Best Latin Rock, Urban Or Alternative Album:
“X 100PRE” — Bad Bunny “Oasis” — J Balvin & Bad Bunny “Indestructible” — Flor De Toloache “Almadura” — iLe “El Mal Querer” — Rosalía
Best Americana Album:
“Years To Burn” — Calexico And Iron & Wine “Who Are You Now” — Madison Cunningham “Oklahoma” — Keb’ Mo’ “Tales Of America” — J.S. Ondara “Walk Through Fire” — Yola
Best Spoken Word Album (Includes Poetry, Audio Books & Storytelling):
“Beastie Boys Book” — (Various Artists) Michael Diamond, Adam Horovitz, “Scott Sherratt & Dan Zitt, producers “Becoming” — Michelle Obama “I.V. Catatonia: 20 Years As A Two-Time Cancer Survivor” — Eric Alexandrakis “Mr. Know-It-All” — John Waters “Sekou Andrews & The String Theory” — Sekou Andrews & The String Theory
Best Song Written For Visual Media:
“The Ballad Of The Lonesome Cowboy” — Randy Newman, songwriter (Chris Stapleton), Track from: Toy Story 4 “Girl In The Movies” — Dolly Parton & Linda Perry, songwriters (Dolly Parton), Track from: Dumplin’ “I’ll Never Love Again” (Film Version) — Natalie Hemby, Lady Gaga, Hillary Lindsey & Aaron Raitiere songwriters (Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper), Track from: A Star Is Born “Spirit” — Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Timothy McKenzie & Ilya Salmanzadeh, songwriters (Beyoncé), Track from: The Lion King “Suspirium” — Thom Yorke, songwriter (Thom Yorke), Track from: Suspiria
“Homecoming” — Beyoncé “Remember My Name” — David Crosby “Birth Of The Cool” — (Miles Davis) “Shangri-La” — (Various Artists) “Anima” — Thom Yorke
The Recording Academy will present the 62nd GRAMMY Awards® hosted by Alicia Keys on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020, live from Los Angeles’ STAPLES Center and broadcast on the CBS Television Network from 8:00–11:30 p.m. ET/5:00–8:30 p.m. PT.
What are your top nominees and songs? Post on social media #4chionstyle and #Grammys®. We are loving Lizzo this year. She is often heard in the office. Stay Tuned we are your Grammy® location for all the exclusives.
Sean James gives us insight into the trademark short hair of the beautiful and sexy Jamie Lee Curtis. He is the hairstyle for Curtis for the upcoming Rian Johnson film, Knives Out, and her 2019 Golden Globes red carpet phenomenon.
Tools of the Trade
Glam Ready
Jamie Lee Curtis Favorite Hairbrush
Jamie Lee Curtis Knives Out LA Premiere
Jamie Lee Curtis’ Hairstyle LA Premier
Sean James, the hairstylist to the famous Jamie Lee Curtis, provides 4Chion Lifestyle an exclusive insight into her gorgeous hair. He states, “I’m so excited to share, the look I did for, Curtis for the LA premiere of Knives Out the megacast whodunnit thriller. In the movie Curtis’ character, Linda Drysdale Thrombey, wears a bleach blonde platinum perfect look that I created for her at Matthew Preece Salon using Neo Bond hair protector, and Wella Blondor Toning with a mix of 9 level toners by shades EQ, it was styled on set with stylus hair care and FHI Heat tools supplied to the incredible hair and makeup team Luisa Abel makeup and Kelvin Trajan hair . For Curtis’ red carpet look for the LA premiere last night, I used the chrome 2000 Blowdryer by FHI Heat and High Altitude Root Lift by Stylus Hair Care, round brushing it, to add volume and shape complimenting her beautiful face. To give hold the look and make sure it has volume and a punky attitude all night I used the ‘stay styled ‘ hair spray by Stylus Hair Care. Curtis’ favorite hairbrush is the FHI Heat Unbrush.”
Sean James Hair Stylist to the Celebrities
Sean James Hairstylist to the Celebrities
We first met James when he did a segment with FNL at YouTube space. He is often found in our seasonal beauty features. His passion is his talent and his talent is his passion. He creates a vision and makes that vision come to reality in hair. His ability to understand each person not just their hair but their personal style and personality makes his art as individual as those he works with.
James is from Australia and has settled in the beautiful area of Venice Beach. His talent has graced runways, Oscar-nominated films, televisions, a trusted panelist, and believes in giving back to the community.
He continues to increase his knowledge and talent with continued training with brands like L’Oreal, Redken, and Phyto University as well as product reviews. He even has talent in wig making. While he is busy with celebrities he still has time for his regular salon clientele. List of regular clients includes Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Hardwick, Al Yankovich, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Phil Keoghan, Eugene Levy, Dylan and Cole Sprouse, Teddy Thompson, Rufus Wainwright, Chris Stills, and many others.
Jamie Lee Curtis’
Curtis is a very talented actress we have covered on many occasions. She says about this film, “They will have a good time. A great movie. The puzzle pieces will come together in the delightful way of ‘I got this but then you don’t have it.’
She goes on to say, “Clearly this is a movie built for Thanksgiving weekend. If you want to ever make a movie about a dysfunctional family and then be able to take your dysfunctional family to see the movie, it’s this movie. It is a perfect family comedy.”
Jamie Lee Curtis Linda Character Poster
Her character, Linda Drysdale Thrombey, fashion and style for this film is an old school elegance. She centers the looks for this film around a Verdura Jewelry bracelet, seen in her poster for the film. The jewelry company founded in 1939 by Duke Fulco di Verdura, the jeweler is known for its timeless, elegant and distinctly original designs.
Thrombey, Curtis’ character in the film, is the eldest surviving child (is this a clue to the film??). She finds herself, much like real life, the center of the family, the cheerleader. A fun fact she lived in the kitchen, the center of the family life, of the home they filmed in for 2 months.
Acclaimed writer and director Rian Johnson (Brick, Looper, Star Wars: The Last Jedi) pays tribute to mystery mastermind Agatha Christie in KNIVES OUT, a fresh, modern-day murder mystery where everyone is a suspect. When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan’s dysfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan’s untimely death. With an all-star ensemble cast including Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Shannon, Don Johnson, Toni Collette, LaKeith Stanfield, Katherine Langford, and Jaeden Martell, KNIVES OUT is a fun, witty and stylish whodunit guaranteed to keep audiences guessing until the very end.
The movie release is Nov. 27, 2019. Check local listings for times and locations.
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This is the beginning of a wonderful autumn season. The time for pumpkin, layers, parties, and great red carpet events. The insight to this season best beauty tips brought to you by the top in their industry. The best time to shine and show your beauty.
Well, I want to first start with hair colors for fall, we are going to be seeing a lot of reds red browns, golden tones, bronde (A mix of brown and blonde highlights through brown hair). The latest trend of mushroom (ashier tones) highlighted hair should go into a rootier look with balayage vs foilyage technique.
On the red carpet, we are going to see big bouncy waves, the best way to get this look is the 1 1/4 “ curling iron by FHIheat. Center parts are back. Side parts too, use stylus hair care “stay put” To thicken up the hair. High Altitude by Stylus is great to use at the roots, or add a little “Toppik” hair fibers in your color.
The looks on the red carpet will be a lot of hair down. And classic waves with center-parted hair, like Taraji P Henson And Kim K. It’s going to be a fantastic award season.
Taraji P. Henson at the Emmys® Classical waves hairstyle
Kim Kardashian arrives at the Emmys® Hair parted in the center.
Kim Kardashian West &(big waves hair down) Kendall Jenner at the Emmys®
Gia Klime, Hollywood makeup artist, just finished makeup for the Emmys’® Red Carpet has the best tips for your upcoming season parties and red carpet events.
It’s all about the dewy skin on the red carpet. Mix 3 drops of a liquid highlighter into a white color, then into your foundation then use a dewy primer. Klime loves Clarins beauty balm flash, it tightens as it prepares for the makeup. It’s also very hydrating to apply primer first. Then mix the dewy drops into the foundation. Then use a dense brush and press into the skin all over do not use the brush, use circular motions, press, and pat. This way you get coverage without cake face.
It’s about the glow. Using a dewy setting spray. Klime loves NYX Professional Makeup Make Up Setting Spray Dewy Finish. Do this and you will look red carpet ready. Add the perfect red lip. My favorite Smashbox has the best universal red stays on all day. This never gets dry. And of course, lashes are a must.
Beauty Flash Balm Unisex Balm by Clarins is a fabulous primer. It is an excellent anti-aging and lifting a balm that brightens, tightens and eliminates signs of fatigue in aflash, celebrities love this, and total glowing and dewy skin.
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Hot girl/boy summer is long gone. The fall season is here and this is the best trend you will come across. Say hello to the start of living your best life.
When it comes to beauty, throw all the rules away. There’s no better time than now to live your best life. Your rules, your way, your colors. We are trained to follow new beauty trends season by season. What color is in? What formula should I try? This season, we challenge everyone to try the one trend fits all. Wear what you want, when you want. If you prefer smoky eyes, go for it. If a bold lip is your thing, wear it with pride. If a tinted moisturizer is your go-to, apply it and go! New beauty products are releasing all the time to keep up with the constantly changing trends so this season make your own and wear what you want, what makes you comfortable, and bring out your inner beauty!
Just because we said to fall out of the makeup trends this season, you should always maintain and protect your skin.
Make sure you’re applying your sunscreen daily. A favorite is the Supergoop Unseen SPF 40. The formula goes on clear so it’s great for all skin tones. It’s also lightweight so you can apply your moisturizer and makeup on top seamlessly. Buy it here https://amzn.to/33sMnyn
The best skincare in the world won’t suffice if you’re not applying it correctly. The PMD Pro is worth trying out. It’s a double-sided smart cleansing device that helps remove dirt and oil from within pores on one side while the other acts as an ActiveWarmth Facial Massage to help your skincare absorb deeper by using the SonicGlow technology and heat. The PMD cleans, lifts, firms, and tones your skin. Buy it here https://amzn.to/2B8yk5d
Try these products and trends out this season. You’ll be glad you did!
A great nail addition for having on hand or change from the toxic salon set of nails is Color Street. These are so fun and they are fabulous. I wore mine for over two weeks. You can get up to twenty nails done for each package. It is a great deal especially for little ones who want their nails done but cannot just sit still, exceptional for getting a rest from salon nails, gifts, or a night glam party. Gorgeous Ten by Jen has all the insight and specials for the upcoming glam season.
You are beautiful and bringing your beauty to each moment of life brightens your spirit and enlightens those around you. You are worth a few moments of self-care and reflection.
Sunday is the 71st Emmys® Prime Time hostless award ceremony. The nominees and winners will be honored with an after-party,Brilliance in Motion, at the L.A. LIVE Event Deck. This will be an evening of exceptional food, talent, and drinks. You can even enjoy a glamourous evening at home.
Home Entertaining for the Emmys®
Emmys® Brilliance Party At Home
Entertaining is such always fun. There is no better time than the Emmys®. Celebrate your favorite actor/actress, streaming shows, and mini-series.
Create a great time that involves your senses. This will engage your guests. The food is one way to really bring this to light. You can create great courses that bring all five senses to the table (recipes at the end).
Decorating is always a lot of fun. The Governors Ball is using a rich palette of eggplant purple, magenta, coral, red, and Emmy gold! These are great colors for your invitations, table accents, and backdrops use scarfs or sheer fabrics.
Add fountains for just an added touch of sound. Crystals are a perfect addition to the table setting and capture the light from candles. Farmers’ Markets have beautiful flowers to use as a nice pop of color around the room. Add extra large pillows that can be used as sitting for the guest to sit while enjoying the show.
Have the evening be the formal attire. Then make a budget for the amount one can spend on the purchase of formal evening wear. Then have a golden trophy for the winner.
Gift bags for your guests as they leave is a nice surprise. You can include a personalized label bottle of wine (in Chandler AZ Down Time Wines creates personal labels), Fuji water, Lindt chocolates, and an Emmy® of their own.
Emmys® Governors Ball Theme
This event is one big celebration covering three evenings of Emmys® nominees and winners. This menu, decor, and drinks set with the theme. “The theme of Brilliance in Motion reflects both the extraordinary talent and creativity of the people and productions we honor at the Emmys®, and the vibrant experience we’ve designed for this year’s Governors Ball,” said Governors Ball Committee Co-Chair Halina Siwolop.
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
Emmys® Brilliance Governors’ Menu
This year’s menu will be one worth waiting to eat until after the prime time show for the celebrities. You can create a nice dinner party with the recipes included below.
TRAY PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES
Mango rice paper roll
Rice noodles, mango, mint, basil, and sweet chili dipping sauce
Maine lobster, burrata, crisp capers, savory basil waffle cup
Yellowtail sashimi, yuzu ponzu, red plum relish, crispy wonton
Chef and Founder of Patina Catering Joachim Splichal returns to the Governors Ball. This is the 24th year for the catering company. This menu is a lavish tasting menu of chef-driven small plates and reinterpretations of classic dishes.
Emmys® Governors’ Dessert Menu
Why not start with dessert! This year’s dessert menu created by Frania Mendivil. She has a passion for pastry. She began in her family’s humble bakery in Mexico. The official chocolate is Lindt.
DECADENT DESSERTS
Mini Milk Shakes
Chocolate and vanilla whipped Chantilly
maraschino cherry tray-passed
Mini Verrines
raspberry chia seed tapioca, Lindt chocolate pot de crème
Butterscotch budino (recipe below)
Mini Chocolate Cup Tarts
mango passion, pistachio chocolate
Homemade Cookies and Warm Brownies
Snickerdoodle Blondie
caramelized popcorn, sea salt
Double Chocolate S’more Brownies
Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
Emmys® Governors Ball Drinks
Every celebration needs a good set of drinks. The Emmys® Governors Ball brings Sterling Vineyards back. The selection of wine includes
Vineyards Napa Valley Chardonnay
2017 Sterling Vineyards Napa Valley Sauvignon
Blanc and 2016 Sterling Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Blanc de Blancs Ferrari Brut, the Ferrari Brut Rosé, a delicately harmonious blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and a glorious array of vintage offerings.
FIJI Water
Ketel One Family-Made Vodka
The Marvelous Mule – An unexpected global twist to the classic ginger mule that incorporates turmeric and lemongrass
The Dapper Dragon – A delightful sipping experience highlighted by vibrant dragon fruit, papaya nectar, and cardamom-spiced coconut water
The Moonlighter (recipe below) – A playful riff on the classic espresso martini with surprising notes of pineapple and banana
The Helmsman – An alcohol-free option with papaya, coconut and tangy citrus to please any palate
Don Francisco’s Coffee
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
The 2019 Governors Ball Food & Beverage Tasting
Food & Beverage Facts
There is a lot of food that goes into the three-night event. Here is just a little insight into what it takes to celebrate the celebrities on Emmys® nights. Service • 20 executive chefs on-site in the kitchen each night • 250 chefs each night • 15 production managers each night • 50 bartenders each night • 600 servers each night • 9 convection ovens • 6 stoves • 15 fryers • 100 wine buckets
KOBE BEEF MEATBALLS WITH ROASTED TOMATO SAUCE AND CREAMY BECHAMEL
Serves 16 2# Ground Kobe Beef 1# Ground Veal (can be substituted with ground pork as needed) 3 C Toasted Ciabatta bread 1 C Whole milk 2 T Ground Fennel Seed 2 T Ground Caraway Seed 2 T Garlic Powder 1 T Onion Powder ¼ C Salt ¼ C Chopped Parsley ¼ C Chopped Basil METHOD: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. With a knife, remove the crust of ciabatta bread and tear the remaining bread into small pieces. Drizzle the torn beard with olive oil and toast in oven until lightly golden brown. While the bread toasts, mix the ground beef, veal, and all the dry spices in a large bowl. When the bread is toasted and dry, remove from oven and allow to cool. Once the bread is cool enough to handle, crumble the bread into a separate bowl and cover with the whole milk; set aside until milk has been fully absorbed by the ciabatta. When the bread is fully hydrated, combine the bread mixture with the beef mixture, and add the fresh parsley and basil. Mix well by hand until fully incorporated. Form the mixture into 2oz balls and place onto a baking tray. Bake the meatballs in a hot oven until dark golden brown and fully caramelized, about 10 minutes. Once baked, immerse the meatballs into the tomato sauce completely and allow to simmer until fully cooked. Once cooked through the meatballs are ready to eat but can be left in the simmer sauce to be served later. Serve warm with an ample drizzle of the bechamel sauce. TOMATO SAUCE: ¼ C Extra Virgin olive oil 8 cloves Garlic, finely sliced for minced ½ EA White onion, finely diced ½ C Dry white wine 12 Leaves basil, chiffonade 1 can San Marzano tomatoes, crushed 1 t ground black Pepper 1 T Kosher salt ½ T Chili flake METHOD: In a heavy-bottomed cooking pot, warm olive oil over low heat. Once the oil is warm add the sliced garlic and diced onion and allow to cook for 5 minutes, stirring often to ensure the onion and garlic does not burn. When the onion and garlic are soft and fragrant, carefully add the white wine and reduce to ¼. After the wine is reduced add the remaining ingredients and allow to simmer, stirring often, until the sauce is thickened and smooth, approximately 1 hour. Keep the heat on low and allow the sauce to simmer slowly for best results. BECHAMEL: 1 C Dry white wine 4 EA Thyme sprigs 2 EA Bay leaves, fresh if available 4 EA Garlic cloves, crushed 1 EA Shallot, sliced 1 tsp black peppercorn ¼ C All-purpose flour ¼ C Unsalted butter ½ C Whole milk ½ C Heavy cream METHOD: In a heavy-bottomed saucepot place wine, thyme, bay leaves, garlic, shallot, and black peppercorns, and simmer on low. Reduce the mixture to ¼ of the original volume. Once reduced, strain the mixture and place the wine back into the cooking pot. Allow the wine to continue to reduce until almost evaporated. Roughly chop the butter and add to the wine. Keeping the heat on low, allow butter to fully melt and then whisk the flour into the butter and wine mixture to start the roux. Continue to whisk and cook the roux until the smell of raw flour is gone, approximately ten minutes. Combine the whole milk and heavy cream and slowly whisk into the roux watching for any lumps that may form. Allow to simmer for another 10 minutes, adding more milk if bechamel becomes too thick.
Main Course
PRIME BEEF TENDERLOIN
Serves 12 1 EA Prime beef tenderloin 2 oz Unsalted butter 6 EA Thyme sprigs 4 EA Garlic cloves Kosher salt Ground black pepper METHOD: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Season beef tenderloin with salt and pepper on all sides. Over medium-high heat in a cast-iron pan, sear beef tenderloin until golden and caramelized on all sides. Add butter, thyme and crushed garlic to the pan and baste the beef with the frothy melted butter. Once basted place in oven and cook until medium-rare, approximately 15 minutes. The internal temperature should be roughly 125 degrees if using a meat thermometer. Remove from oven and allow the beef to rest for at least 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
WHITE CHEDDAR POTATO GRATIN
4# Russet potato, peeled and finely sliced 6 EA Shallot, finely sliced 6 EA Garlic cloves, chopped 2 C Whole milk 4 C Heavy cream 2 T Kosher salt 2 T Thyme leaves, chopped 6 oz White cheddar, grated 4 oz Parmesan cheese, grated METHOD: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a heavy-bottomed pot, sweat garlic and shallots until soft and fragrant. Add cream, milk, salt, and thyme leaves and reduce by half. While the milk and cream mixture is reducing, peel and slice the potatoes as thinly as possible and cover in cold water to prevent browning. Prepare an 8×10 inch heavy-bottomed casserole dish with cooking spray or butter. Arrange one layer of the sliced potatoes into the bottom of the casserole dish. Carefully cover the potatoes with the reduced cream. Sprinkle with the white cheddar and parmesan. Place the second layer of potatoes and again cover with cream mixture and grated cheeses. Continue this process the casserole dish is completely full. Add one final layer of the grated cheeses and cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil. Bake the gratin for 1 hour at 350 degrees, remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes to brown the top of the gratin. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Green Goddes Chop Salad
Serves 8 1 C Baby zucchini, blanched 1 C Asparagus tips, blanched ½ C English peas, blanched ½ C Edamame, blanched ½ C Green Romanesco florets, blanched ½ C Shishito peppers, lightly grilled 8 EA Broccolini, blanched 2 heads Baby artisan lettuce, leaves picked washed ½ C Green Goddess dressing METHOD: Prepare the vegetables as stated and cut all into bite-size pieces. Wash and dry the lettuce leaves and cut into a bowl. Combine with cut vegetables and drizzle with the green goddess dressing. Carefully toss and serve. Garnish with fresh tarragon leaves and fennel frond. GREEN GODDESS DRESSING 2 C Watercress, picked leaves, washed ½ C Basil, leaves 2 T Chives, chopped 2 T Tarragon leaves 1 EA Lemon zest and juice ½ C Mayonnaise 2 T Crème Fraiche 1 EA Anchovy ½ T Dijon mustard 2 EA Garlic cloves METHOD: In a blender mix lemon juice, mayonnaise, crème fraiche, anchovy, Dijon mustard, and garlic cloves. Puree until smooth adding a small amount of water if the mixture becomes too thick. Add the fresh herbs and lemon zest to the blender cup and carefully pulse to combine and fully mix the herbs and the pureed base.
Dessert
BUTTERSCOTCH BUDINO
Yield: 10 portions 1 cup Dark brown sugar ½ cup water 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3 cup heavy cream 1.5 cup whole milk 8 ea. large egg yolks 4 tablespoon cornstarch 4 tablespoon unsalted butter Method
Combine the brown sugar, water, and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, place the pan on the stove over medium heat, cook until the caramel is dark, takes about 14 minutes.
Standing back with caution add the cream and milk to the caramel. This will make the mixture seize up at first, but if you keep whisking and let it heat back up, it will combine. Bring the mixture back to boil, then turn down the heat to medium.
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and cornstarch.
Temper the caramel mixture with eggs yolks and cornstarch by adding a cup caramel mix to the eggs mixture, whisking constantly, then pour the egg mixture back into the pan.
Increase the heat to bring this mixture to a boil and keep whisking as the custard thickens from the cornstarch, should take two minutes. 6 Remove the pan from the heat and add the butter.
Strain the custard through a fine strainer to remove any big lumps that might have formed and portion the custard into ramekins.
Cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and chill the custard for a least 4 hours…it’s best when you make a day ahead
Combine Ketel One, Chamomile Lavender Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice, and Cocchi Americano in a shaker.
Add ice and shake lightly. Over shaking will cause the drink to water down; do not over dilute, as we will be adding additional Soda Water.
Roll in Soda Water and strain over fresh ice into a glass.
Garnish with a manicured lemon twist and fresh lavender sprigs.
** Easy Chamomile-Lavender Syrup
Ingredients:
Strong Chamomile and Lavender Tea
Sugar
Instructions:
Brew 1 cup of strong chamomile and lavender tea; allow to steep for 20 minutes.
Remove tea bags or herbs.
Measure remaining amount of brewed tea, stir in an equal volume of sugar (I have reduced sugar without much change in taste) until dissolved.
Chill
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The Livings Space furnishings will be donated to Habitat For Humanity after the event. The 71st Emmy Awards will air LIVE coast-to-coast from the Microsoft Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on Sunday, September 22 (8:00-11:00 PM ET /5:00-8:00 PM PT) on FOX.
Breakfast is the best meal of the day. You can enjoy it all day savory or sweet. Breatkfast time is a great time to gather and enjoy.
Cameron Trading Post
The food made from scratch daily and is a fusion of the three food cultures. This place is perfect for travelers with their lodging, restaurant, art gallery, garden with fountains, and a massive gift shop. The trading post opened in 1916 and welcomes everyone like a guest in their homes. Prior to being a trading post, the place served as an apothecary.
Navajo pancake this is a blue corn pancake
Prickly pear stuffed french toast this is French toast served sandwich style with a prickly pear jam and cream cheese
Warrior Surprise is a mini-Navajo Taco topped with one egg
Ranch House Grille
Ranch House Grille
This is a great place to meet with a high school friend and his beautiful wife. We enjoyed breakfast at Ranch House Grille. It is a very local place. Many entering the grill knew other patrons and shared stories of their families and community. It is a wonderful meal. Large portions, good café coffee, and great hash browns are found here.
Joe’s Cafe Breakfast
Orem Utah Reunion Breakfast
Meeting up with my dear friend Lisa Sherman is like we never missed even one day, even though it had been a few decades. Lisa and I have known each other since we were three. We ran the neighborhood streets as two determined little girls could. We enjoy breakfast at Joe’s Cafe. The food is so delish. Lisa even enjoyed the grits. A dish she is convinced she did not like. Joe said, “You will love them. Nothing comes between your lips and my grits.” It is so wonderful catching up with Lisa after all these years.
3 Sisters Cafe Breakfast
3 Sisters Cafe
The first food stop of the trip is 3 Sisters Cafe in Indianapolis, Indiana, in business for 20 years. They serve a large choice of elegant breakfasts from sweet to savory and great lunch menu as well.
They have great beverages (no alcohol) with flair. I enjoyed the turmeric and ginger iced tea. It is a great flavor not too sweet or sugary. The brunch is perfect a great hollandaise sauce over Scottish lox, poached eggs, fresh tomato, and locally made English muffins with caviar on top. The English muffin is fresh with a nice sourdough flavor. The hollandaise sauce is perfect with just a little heat. The porridge is a new experience. It is creamy with a hint of cinnamon.
Courier Café
The Courier Café Urbana
The Courier Café brings Champaign history and old Victorian styling in the decor. The main dining room has:
A large palace chandelier from the Opera House in Erie Pennsylvania
The cash register is the first electric cash register
The courier clock pendulum filled with mercury makes the time keeping right
The stained glass comes from a Danville church predating the Civil War
The Pullman lamps light the aisle for passengers on the Pullman railroad cars
The brass chimes a gift from George Malford, a Nickelodeon Maker, they are steamed powered
The Café’s name is for the Courier newspaper that operated for decades in the building. The building is almost lost to fire and remained empty for decades. In 1980, the current owners began remodeling and opened for business on November 10, 1980. They are a farm to table restaurant with the garden and bees on the property for the freshest ingredients.
The menu is a hearty all American menu with breakfast served daily until 11 AM then lunch and dinner menu until closing. The breakfast is traditional eggs, omelets, fantastic pancakes, and hash browns. Their coffee is fresh ground daily and they have special blends. The lunch/dinner menu is hearty with a ribeye sandwich, fries, soups, and steak. The food has that home cooked look and feel. They do have a few items for vegetarians including breakfast sausage. They do have one special treat “Courier water this is sparkling water from deep below the café. It is a great place for large parties and a sense of the community in Champaign.
Scone City
Scone City located in Wicker Park is wonderful for a morning after bar hopping or late night in Chicago. Jessica and Tim Canning along with chef Laurie McNamara took on the endeavor in a specialized sweet and savory scone menu. This place is a perfect stop as my sister Cherie is heading to the airport to return to her family in Idaho. It is so wonderful sharing this experience with here. Seeing places and enjoying the cross-country journey. I truly miss her every day. She enjoyed a sweet blueberry w/ lemon glaze scone she says, “It is delicious!! Sweet. Soft. Perfection!!! Soooo tasty.” They have savory scones as well. I enjoyed a hot Vanilla Bean Latte with the house-made vanilla syrup. It is a perfect start to a day of exploring Chicago..
Kanela Breakfast in Chicago
The last morning of the road trip in the Midwest is brunch at Kanela, the Greek name for Cinnamon. This restaurant place is Wicker Park neighborhood on a street with many older shops. It is a great place, voted best in Chicago by USA Today, for a Sunday morning brunch. The coffee tops and wonderful after an evening at Bangers and Lace.
Brunch includes California Benedict and Fried Egg Sandwich this is an exceptional meal. The hollandaise sauce perfection with a nice touch of heat, the poach egg picture perfect. The sandwich is fabulous with the chili aioli brings the flavors together. The seasoned potatoes nicely cooked not too soft or undercooked. It is a nice brunch with my sister. We do agree that this is a great place for brunch.
Milk Bar NYC
Milk Bar NYC
Super excited to try crack pie and coffee for breakfast. This is a planned find in NYC. Watching Chef’s Table on Netflix. I knew I needed to try Milk Bar. This is Christine Tosi’s and is part of the Manhattan-based Momofuku restaurant. This is my first stop in the morning. The little shop has great cookies, cakes, pies, and bagel bombs. I order an iced coffee, bagel bomb with spinach, and crack pie. The bagel bomb is warm and filled with spinach and cheese. It is a nice bite for the start of touring NYC. I save the crack pie for a little later, but it is delicious. The filling is something like a custard, but buttery. The oat crust is light and flaky. This is a must stop and see.
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