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OscarsĀ® Class Photo Luncheon ~ Nominees Celebration and Reinventing

OscarsĀ® Class Photo Luncheon ~ Nominees Celebration and Reinventing

The 90th OscarsĀ® nominees gathered for a reinventing celebration and class photo at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA. The atmosphere for The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and SciencesĀ® is one of fun, celebration, connecting, and making new friends.

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OscarĀ® nominees Meryl Streep, Greta Gerwig and JR

The beautiful ballroom at the Hilton is an exceptional location for this day. The best-celebrated nominee wasĀ Agnes Varda. She was not in attendance, but J.R.Ā nominated forĀ Faces PlacesĀ carried around a cutout of his co-nominee. The cutout was placed in the class photo between Meryl Streep and Greta Gerwig.Ā  The top to nominees includesĀ 21 nominations for Streep and 17 nominations for Steven Spielberg.Ā  Congrats toĀ Rachel Morrison (Mudbound),Ā the first female nominee forĀ cinematography.Ā  Netflix continues to bring a change to the world of entertainment. This year the streaming network celebrates 8 nominations.

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Academy President John Bailey

The nominees enjoyed a day of celebrating with a luncheon including:

  • Chilean Sea Bass with mango, red and white quinoa
  • Roasted asparagus, crispy shallots, and oven-roasted tomatoes
  • Mini lemon tart, mini tiramisu cup, and fresh berries for dessert.
  • Wines Loveblock Sauvignon Blanc, La Crema Pinot Noir
  • Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Brut

Academy PresidentĀ John BaileyĀ welcomed guests at the start of the luncheon and took the time to have photos with the nominees during the afternoon event.Ā  Baily states,Ā ā€œWe are witnessing this venerable motion picture academy reinvent itself before our very eyes,Ā noting that the OscarsĀ® are at ‘the crossroads of change and tradition.’ā€

The fashion for the afternoon affair is more casual with suits and dresses. The event is the one that brings the entertainment industry together for a nice casual celebration of the top in film for the year.

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The 90th OscarsĀ®, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, will be held on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at the Dolby TheatreĀ® at Hollywood & Highland CenterĀ® in Hollywood, and will be televised live on the ABC Television Network at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.

See the full listing of nominees here

See the photos from the afternoon here

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Chilean Sea Bass with mango,Ā and quinoa

1 mango, diced
1/4 purple onion, diced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped
1 JalapeƱo, finely chopped and deveined
Juice from 2 limes
Pink Himalayan Salt, to taste
4 4.0 oz Sea Base filets
1 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin or coconut oil
salt, to taste
1 sprig of fresh thyme
1 cup dried quinoa
2 cups water

Chilean Sea Bass with mango,Ā and quinoa

1 mango, diced
1/4 purple onion, diced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped
1 JalapeƱo, finely chopped and deveined
Juice from 2 limes
Pink Himalayan Salt, to taste
4 4.0 oz Sea Base filets
1 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin or coconut oil
salt, to taste
1 sprig of fresh thyme
1 cup dried quinoa
2 cups water

What You’ll Need To Know

Combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and let is sit for 5 minutes. After it has cooked and rested, use a fork to fluff and separate the grains.

Season the sea bass with salt and pepper.

In a large saute pan over medium heat, add the coconut oil and heat the oil to a slight smoke. Add 1 sprig of fresh thyme to the saute pan and sear the sea bass skin side down for 3/4 of the cooking time about 7 minutes. This will give the fish a nice crisp skin and golden color. Carefully turn the fish over, to finish the other side. Remove the sea bass and hold in a warm place.

In a mixing bowl, add the diced mango, purple onion, cilantro, tomatoes, jalapeƱo, lime juice and salt and mix together.

Plate your ingredients with 1/2 cup cooked quinoa, sea bass and mango salsa on top (roughly, 1/4 cup.)

Plate your ingredients with 1/2 cup cooked quinoa, sea bass and mango salsa on top (roughly, 1/4 cup.)

 

Golden Globes Golden 75th Anniversary Dinner

Golden Globes Golden 75th Anniversary Dinner

This year the Golden Globes present their golden anniversary.Ā  The evening is center for celebrities to honor top actors and have an exceptional party. This year’s menu is from Italy specifically where ChefĀ Alberico Nunziata grew up, Sorrento, Italy. He brings an Italian farm to table menu to celebrate 75 years of Golden Globes.

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The 75 Annual Golden Globe Awards Menu Preview. Photo: Magnus Sundholm for the HFPA.

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He wanted to create a menu that will make everyone happy. He said,Ā “Italian food makes people happy. Many ingredients coming directly from Italy. Nunziata’s menu begins with Risotto Made with Beets and the main courseĀ Chilean sea bass.

 

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Executive Pastry Chef, Thomas Henzi. Photo: Magnus Sundholm for the HFPA.

Pastry chef Thomas HenzĀ continues the celebration serving Efendi made with white chocolate coffee cream, coffee liqueur biscuit, Frangelico mascarpone, and hazelnuts. HenzĀ says, “The desserts do you get eaten. The Golden Globes is a happy fun event.”

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Moet Ambassador, Charlie Farrell. Photo: Magnus Sundholm for the HFPA.

The evening cocktails will round out appetizers, main course, and dessert. There is an official cocktail of the event created by Moët & Chandon is The Moët 75. This drink created to celebrate the Golden Globes Golden anniversary.  This will take  1,500 Moët minis, 750 magnums, 500 champagne cocktails, and 125 cases of Moët & Chandon 2006 Grand Vintage Brut for the celebration.

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Mark Held, co-owner of Mark’s Garden. Photo: Magnus Sundholm for the HFPA.

The decor is honoring the red carpet and Golden Anniversary.Ā Centerpieces trimmed with diamonds to kind of represent the diamond anniversary and beautiful red and golden roses. This year’s florist Mark Held states, “I think we kind of got everything into the centerpiece. And we really worked hard on it, because we really wanted to express this is being a very special year,”

This year’s Golden Globes presented byĀ The Hollywood Foreign Press Association will be a fantastic celebration. Tune in on January 7, 2018, on NBC with Seth Meyers hosting.

Recipes for Your Golden Globe Party

The official Cocktail for the Golden Anniversary.Ā 

The Moƫt 75

4 oz. Moƫt & Chandon Imperial Brut champagne

1 oz. Volcan de mi Tierra tequila

2 oz. fresh blood orange juice

1 oz. honey

Shake tequila, fresh blood orange juice, and honey into a cocktail shaker and mix until honey is dissolved. Pour mixture into a modern tulip glass. Gently pour chilled champagne. Serve straight up and garnish with a candied blood orange or fresh blood orange slice.

Epicurious has a perfect Beet Risotto recipe for your Golden Globe party.

INGREDIENTS

    • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
    • 3 medium red or golden beets (about 1 pound)
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
    • 3 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
    • 1 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
    • 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
    • 4 teaspoons white wine or Champagne vinegar, divided, plus more
    • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
    • 4 tablespoons coarsely chopped parsley, divided
    • 2 ounces fresh goat cheese crumbled or parmesanĀ cheese (optional)

PREPARATION

Bring broth and 5 cups water to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Reduce heat to low and gently simmer.

    1. Meanwhile, peel beets, then coarsely shred using a food processor fitted with the shredder attachment or the large holes of a box grater.
    2. Heat a large wide pot or sautƩ pan over medium-high. Cook butter and oil, stirring occasionally, until butter melts. Add onion and sautƩ until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add beets, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper and sautƩ until tender, about 10 minutes more.
    3. Add rice and cook, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes, then add 1 1/2 cups broth, 3 tsp. vinegar, and 1 tsp. salt. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring constantly, until liquid has evaporated. Continue adding broth, 3/4 cup at a time as the rice absorbs liquid, stirring constantly and simmering until rice is tender, 30–40 minutes; season with 1 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper halfway through. About 2 minutes before rice is al dente, add cream, 2 Tbsp. parsley, remaining 1 Tsp. vinegar, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
    4. Divide among 4 plates or bowls, then top with goat cheese, if using, and remaining 2 Tbsp. parsley.

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Here are a few top shopping items that will help with gift giving, beauty products for your celebrations, and extra company in your home. You can find ingredients for recipes and beauty items included in our blogs. This is a fun way to get exactly what you need. DeliveryĀ to your door, wrapping is an option at the time of your order, and no hassle. Click here to start shopping. The very best for your lifestyle.

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Sandwich Creation

Sandwich Creation

SandwichĀ creation is a personal adventure. John Montagu, Earl of Sandwich, is the creator. He creates it to solve the problem of being able to continuously gamble instead of stopping for supper. TodayĀ it is the most popular lunchtime meal.

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  • Jersey Mike’s Subs:Ā Monday – Thursday throughout November for your chance to win prizes of all kinds!
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You can celebrate by creating your ownĀ sandwich bar for work on #NationalSandwichDay.

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Other great ideas to celebrate each meal with a sandwich. You can start with an egg, meat of your choice, cheese, and use toast, English muffins, bagels, or croissants. Lunchtime enjoysĀ a favorite from peanut butter and jam to turkey ham sandwich. Dinner there is always hot ones like French dip, pulled BBQ pork, hamburger, or Monte Cristo.

Popular sandwiches include:

  • BLT
  • Philadelphia Cheesesteak
  • Club
  • Dagwood
  • French Dip
  • Hamburger
  • Monte Cristo
  • Peanut Butter & Jelly
  • Po’boy
  • Submarine
  • Tuna Fish

Enjoy National Sandwich day. Please share your photo using #4ChionStyle.

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Champagne & Dinner ~ SAG Awards

Champagne & Dinner ~ SAG Awards

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23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards

23rd SAG Awards honoring the best in film and televisionĀ will be a night of red carpets, awards, toasting, and dinner. The elegance at theĀ Los Angeles Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall withĀ 17,100 square feet of the red carpet, attendeesĀ (247 actors, 525 performers, and 700 staff), and dinner.Ā 

The dinner menu created by Wolfgang Puck will feature the top ingredients. Dinner isĀ a twist on surf and turf with chicken and salmon as proteins. The salmon preparation is Green Tea Marinated Salmon with Bulgur Wheat, Tofu, and Sweet Soy. You can enjoyĀ the Green Tea Marinated Salmon the recipe is here.Ā Ā The chicken dish isĀ Spiced Chicken with Moroccan Couscous and Saffron Aioli. The final touchĀ roasted acorn squash with toasted farro topped with Lolla Rossa lettuce, almonds, and cider vinaigrette.Ā Stars like Lily Tomlin, Viola Davis, and Ā Ryan Gosling will dine in elegance.Ā 

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Dinner Service

The room will bring the feel of elegance with a theme of black.Ā The draperies will be blackĀ with chains. The floor covered with black carpet. The stage floor covered with Formica. The ceiling graced by chandeliers and chains gracing the beautiful tables for the celebrities.

The tables will carry the elegance with CJ Matsumoto & SonsĀ nature inspiration withĀ the every changing textures foundĀ in nature. This isĀ simply settingĀ the mood with tiny lights creating a varied spectrum of color playing off the structure of the 300 white rose arrangements. Creating this decor takes the following:

    • 12 craftspeople working countless hours
    • Over 3,000 blossoms and blooms of cymbidium and dendrobium orchids
    • More than 2,000 stems of miniature white calla lilies
    • At least 1,000 stems of Star of Bethlehem
    • Over 900 stems of Aspidistra
  • Approximately 5,000 stems of Equisetum, spotted leaves, galax leaves, and various grasses
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An evening of Toasting Champagne and Wine.

The eveningĀ service will include Fiji Water, Sterling Vineyards, Champagne Taittinger, Dove Chocolates, andĀ Chopin Vodka and Clase Azul Tequila. The cocktail this evening the “The Outstanding Performance.” This drink includesĀ Chopin Potato Vodka with cucumbers, aloe water, elderflower, and lime juice, and each glass is topped with a lemon peel. The other cocktails for the eveningĀ include:Ā The Actor Goes To, The Classic, and Fix It in Post.Ā There is plenty of alcohol to toast the evening wins, achievements, and honors of being nominated.

How much will it take to wine and dine the SAG audience?

    • 200 pounds of Alaskan King Salmon
    • 400 pounds of Jidori Chicken
    • 50 pounds of Couscous
    • 2 pounds of Saffron
    • 50 pounds of Bulgur Wheat
    • 2,600 Homemade Lavosh
    • 3,200 Homemade BreadsticksĀ 
    • 315 of Earth’s Finestā„¢ redesigned signature silver sleeves adorning the tables
    • 175 of FIJI Water’s new 1-liter bottle making its SAG Awards debut
    • 1,500 custom FIJI Water Straws visible and in use along the entire red carpet
    • 160 magnums of Champagne Taittinger Brut La FranƧaise at the official Post-Awards Gala hosted by People and the Entertainment Industry Foundation
    • 500 million bubbles!
    • 480 standard 750 ml bottles of Champagne Taittinger Brut La FranƧaise
    • 5,880 glasses of luxury Sterling Vineyards winesĀ 
    • 396 bottles of Sterling Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014Ā 
    • 192 bottles of Sterling Vineyards Vintners Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2016Ā 
    • 216 bottles of Sterling Vineyards Vintners Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014Ā 
    • 60 bottles of Clase Azul Plata Tequila
    • 60 bottles of Chopin Potato Vodka
    • 40 bottles of Clase Azul Reposado Tequila
    • 23 bottles of Chopin Wheat Vodka
    • 65 gallons of Perricone Fresh Lime Juice
    • 22 gallons of Perricone Fresh Lemon Juice
    • 15 gallons of agave nectar25 bottles of aloe water
    • 12 bottles of elderflower liqueur
    • 25 fresh cucumbers
    • 22 fresh lemons and oranges
  • 2 pounds of fresh jalapeƱos

This grocery list has the top ingredients for the evening. The SAG Awards will be an evening of elegance of food, talent, fashion, and entertainment. Who do you think with be taking home a SAG? Post your response hereĀ with #4ChionStyle.

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Celebration Food & Wine OscarsĀ® 2017 Governors Ball

Celebration Food & Wine OscarsĀ® 2017 Governors Ball

Following the OscarsĀ® celebrities like Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Viola Davis, and Casey Affleck will gather at the Governors Ball. This year the top in the food, pastry, and design gather to showcase their talents. This year is a ā€œMagical Transformation.ā€

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Chef Wolfgang Puck (23rd consecutive year), chef to the celebrities, will continue this year with whimsy and Hollywood glamour. He has a few traditions coming back with new additions. His executive chef works side-by-side with 300 chefs and 600 waiters to make sure that this evening goes off without a hitch. 

New menu items will include Moroccan spiced Wagyu short rib topped with a parmesan funnel cake; taro root tacos with shrimp, mango, avocado and chipotle aioli; gnocchetti with braised mushrooms and cashew cream; lobster corn dogs; made-to-order sushi, custom poke bowls and an array of shellfish; plus selections of Puck’s signature dishes such as smoked salmon OscarsĀ®, chicken pot pie with shaved black truffles, 2,600 lb. ice raw bar with poke, sushi and shellfish, truffle popcorn, and baked macaroni and cheese. The bite-sized hors d’oeuvres and small plate entrĆ©es will pass throughout the evening. 

The cocktails and spirits the OscarĀ® winners and the guests will enjoy the evening theme. Piper Heidsieck champagne poured from OscarĀ® themed Magnum and filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola wine. There will be three cocktails designed for OscarĀ® Gold that includes Hillhaven Lodge (director Brett Ratner’s Beverly Hills mansion’s name) Whiskey. The perfect combination for dinner and celebration.

What is dinner without dessert? Pastries prepared by the pastry team of Kamel Guechida, Monica Ng and Jason Lemmonier will make sure plenty playful innovative desserts for the evening celebration. This will include the much sought after 24 karat gold chocolate OscarĀ® statues, macaroons, lava cakes, seven flavors of gelato and sorbet, vanilla and red velvet waffles and Takoyaki cake balls. The chocolate buffet includes; caramel cappuccino OscarĀ® lollipops, Oreo cookie s’more domes and chocolate bonbons in ā€œmovie theater flavorsā€ like Sour Patch Kids, Red Hots, and Goobers. A perfect ending to a night celebrating. 

The Academy’s Governors Ball will be held in the Ray Dolby Ballroom at the top-level of the Hollywood & Highland Center. Event producer Cheryl Cecchetto (her 28th year producing the Ball) along with her Sequoia Productions team will create a place to accommodate the expected 1500 guests from OscarĀ® recipients, nominees, and show presenters. The guest will enter the Ball, and ā€œwill transition from a dazzling sea of red to a tricolor motif of eye-popping gold and red on an infinite blanket of white. The unique design of the space has been meticulously created to celebrate OscarĀ® gold,ā€ said Jeffrey Kurland.

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Academy Awards Governors Ball floral arrangements by Mark Held of Mark’s Garden. He has provided beauty for the Governors Ball for the past 22 years. The room and tables filled with beautiful white and red roses and magnolias. This will bring the final touch of glamor in the decor.

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Cynthia Erivo OscarsĀ® Governors Ball

The Governor, Kurland, works closely to oversee the menu, dĆ©cor, and entertainment. This is Kurland’s eight year as the Governor. He is a costume designer and OscarĀ® nominee. Award-winning singer-songwriter Cynthia Erivo is performing at the Governors Ball.

This year’s party is the celebration that is a Magical Transformation for Oscar Gold winners and guests. The 89th OscarsĀ® will be presented on Sunday, February 26, 2017, at the Dolby Theatre, and televised live by the ABC Television Network.

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Golden Grandeur ~ EmmysĀ® Governors Ball

Golden Grandeur ~ EmmysĀ® Governors Ball

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69th Primetime EmmysĀ®

Following theĀ Emmys® celebrities like Tracee Ellis Ross,Ā Lily Tomlin,Ā Elisabet Moss,Ā Tituss Burgess,Ā John Lithgow, andĀ Denis O’HareĀ will gather at the Governors Ball. This year the top in the food, pastry, and design gather to showcase their talents over three evenings at the Governors Ball. This year’s theme is ā€œGolden Grandeur.ā€

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2017 Governors Ball (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

ā€œThe 2017 Governors Ball and Creative Arts Governors Ball events will set the gold standard in terms of elegance and environmental sustainability – verifying the two concepts can be compatible,ā€ said Governors Ball Committee Co-Chair, Barbara Cassel. The evening decor will be contemporary and dazzling. The elements of the evening include recycled,Ā repurposed or bio-degradable.

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2017 Governors Ball (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

The decor will use eco-friendly paint, all plants turned into mulch after the event, and the linens, tables, and equipment reused for future events.Ā Sequoia ProductionsĀ will make sure this is a zero waste evening.

2017 Governors BallĀ Executive Pastry Chef Frania MendivilĀ (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

Chef Joachim Splichal and Patina Catering (22nd consecutive year) serving a three-course meal. Executive Pastry Chef Frania Mendivil, brings the Golden Grandeur theme to the pastries masterfully. They will showcase produce at the peak of the season while using culinary sustainability. Patina Catering partners with L.A. Kitchen, a local nonprofit that believes no food go to waste, as well as donating food waste from the celebrations to local farms as compost for the next season of crops.

The menu includes:

2017 Governors Ball Last of the Heirlooms (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

First Course

Last of the Heirlooms Local heirloom tomatoes, dinosaur plum, red quinoa, charred leek vinaigrette, balsamic jelly, basils, and sea salt.

2017 Governors Ball Pan Roasted Filet Mignon (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

Main Course

Pan Roasted Filet Mignon Mission figs, asparagus, purple marble potatoes, roasted red flame grapes, creamy horseradish purƩe, and whole grain mustard sauce.

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Dessert

Alunga Brownie Bar Dulce de leche, roasted cherries, and cherry gel

Main course recipe for your evening glamorous party:

2017 Governors Ball Recipe (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

For the Beef:

Season the beef with salt and pepper, and sear in a pan with 2 ounces olive oil, until caramelized on all sides. Place in oven, and cook to an internal temperature of 128 degrees. Remove from oven cover with foil and let rest 5 minutes. For the Red Wine Sauce: SautƩ the 4 tbsp finely chopped onion over low heat for 2 minutes, then pour in the red wine. Add the smashed garlic and thyme, raise the heat, and cook until the wine is reduced by half. Remove the pan from heat and stir in butter, followed by the mustard. Season with salt and pepper.

For the Grapes:

Arrange grape clusters on a baking sheet. Drizzle with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in a 450-degree oven about 15 minutes, until skins are crisp, and grapes are slightly softened. For the potato purƩe: Bake the potatoes until cooked through, peel and pass through a strainer or food mill, and place in a sauce pot. Add cream, then add just enough milk to achieve a loose potato purƩe, then add butter, horseradish, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

For the Garnish:

Coat asparagus with olive oil and grill the asparagus over high heat for 5 to 8 minutes and cut into thirds. Wrap the purple potatoes in aluminum foil with a light coating of olive oil, salt and a branch of fresh thyme, then bake in a 325-degree oven until cooked, about 20 minutes.

To serve:

Spoon the horseradish potato purƩe onto the center of the plate. Slice the beef, and place 2 slices on each plate. Pour some red wine sauce over the beef. Garnish each plate with figs, purple potatoes, asparagus and a cluster of grapes. Sprinkle parsley on top.

2017 Governors Ball Sterling Vineyards (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

The evening will have exclusive drinks, wines, and a custom bottle of Sterling Vineyards’ new luxury Cabernet Sauvignon, IRIDIUM. Fuji water will keep the guest hydrated through the evening with their exceptional water and custom straws.

2017 Governors Ball Ferrari Trento Vinyards (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

Sterling Vineyards presents Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, and Napa Valley Chardonnay. The Guests entering the Governors Ball will enjoy flutes of Ferrari Brut Trentodoc. Ferrari Trento Vineyards is organic certification awarded, keeping with the eco-friendly dinner. Charles Joly designed a signature Emmy cocktail featuring The Hilhaven Lodge Blended Straight American Whiskey.Ā The signature EmmyĀ® cocktail, Created in partnership with renowned director and producer Brett Ratner,Ā  is a balanced combination of Hilhaven Lodge Fireside Whiskey, Absinthe, spiced pear liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. Throughout the evening, attendees will enjoy the Diageo Luxury Brands collection.

EmmysĀ® 2017 Governors Ball Table Setting (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision for the Television Academy/AP Images)

This is the country’s largest sit-down dinner for 4,000 Emmy winners, nominees and entertainment luminaries. The evening will be glamorous after the Creative Arts and Primetime EmmysĀ®.

Stephen Colbert Hosts The 69th Annual Primetime Emmy® Awards. Photo: John Filo/CBS ©2017 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

The 69th Emmy Awards will telecast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, Sunday, September 17 (8:00-11:00 PM ET/5:00-8:00 PM PT) on CBS. Stephen Colbert will serve as host.

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Setting a Beautiful Table

Setting a Beautiful Table

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Thanksgiving Dinner

Food is a sensory experience that should carry to the table setting. The menu, setting, and food should coordinate together to say exactly what you are serving. You want the food to present in an atmosphere that tells the same story.

Presenting your food is achieved by setting the proper tableware in the correct location for the meal experience. This provides for efficiency, geometrically pleasing, and effectiveness. Your simple table setting should be as follows:

  • Spoons and knife placedĀ right of the plateĀ 1″ from the edge of the table.
    • Soup spoon furthest from the plate
    • Teaspoon in the middle from the plate
    • Dinner knife to closest to the plate
  • Forks placed left of the plate 1′ from the edge of the table.
    • Salad fork furthest from the plate
    • Dinner fork closet to the plate
  • Napkins placement
    • Under the forks folder
    • Folded on top of the plate
    • Set to the far left side of the place
  • Glass placement
    • Place to the right of the plate
    • Glasses should be set according to the height
    • Cups and saucers place to the right of the spoons
  • Plates
    • Placed in the center of the place setting
    • Remember that food should be served on plates that enhance the food
    • Stack the dinner plate, bread plate, and soup bowl according to diameters
    • Plates can be plain with textures to add dimension
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Table Setting

Geometrics placing provides a balance to the visual ascetics as well as ease of use during the meal.

Table decor should flow withĀ the meal served. This will provide a connection to the mood, food, and time of the year. Examples are:

  • Romance lace lines, soft candlelight
  • Holidays
  • Seasons
    • Adding subtle seasonal colors keep the focus on the food
    • Natural items can bring a real seasonal feel
  • Keep table clothes white or pale neutrals
    • Keep the focus on the food
    • Do not distract from the visual appeal of the food
    • Textures can help with the sensory dining experience

When serving your dinner remember that it is a sensory experience from start to finish.Ā The setting prepares the diners for a sensory dining experience.

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Summertime is Here ~ Happy Memorial Day

Summertime is Here ~ Happy Memorial Day

Memorial Day is the first celebration of the summer holiday. Many spend their time at the poolside, beach, or picnicking. Food, family, and fun are key to this holiday.

This holiday Ā celebrationĀ to honor those who have served and lost their lives protecting America. This holiday started shortly after the Civil War. We deeply appreciate the sacrifice of many and their families. This traditionally was known as decoration day. As a child I remember going to Almo, Idaho (a small town near the City of RocksĀ & Burly Idaho) to clean up the family cemetery and decorating the gravesĀ for Memorial Day.

Enjoying family traditions and recipes during Memorial Day weekend creates a connection between ourselves and those who went on before us. Ā We all have those tried and true recipes that come with no recipe card. It is fun to create your own traditions and recipes for the holidays.

This Memorial Day our menu will includeĀ Ciabatta and Cherry Almond Bundt Cake. It is one last time before the summer heat to get a few great bakes created. Ciabatta is a great, simple bread to start learning to create your own loaves of bread. The breadĀ created byĀ Arnaldo Cavallari, a miller,Ā in Verona, Veneto, Italy in 1982 as a response to the popular French baguettes. This is a perfect bread for transportation.

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Cibatta Bread

Ciabatta

3 3/4 cups of White whole wheat flourĀ 

2 1/4 Tsp. Dry Active Yeast (1 package)

2 1/4 Tsp. Salt

1 1/2 cups cold water

1/2 cups cold water

Olive oil for pans and the rising bowl

Bosch Mixer (I used the hand mixer)Ā with dough hook(s)

Place flour, yeast (on the right side of the flour), and salt (on the left side of flour) 1 1/2 cup water in mixer bowl. Begin mixing on low. When the dough begins to form drizzle remaining 1/2 cup into the bowl and raise mixer to the next level up. Mix the dough for 5-8 minutes. You will know it is ready when it is stretchyĀ and smooth.

Place dough in a square plastic container (enough room for bread to rise) with side oiled with olive oil. The square container assists with keeping the bread the proper shape for baking. Place lid on top. The lid keeps the dry skin from forming while bread rises. Raise dough until double in size about 1 1/2 – 1 3/4 hours at room temperature.

Dust a workspace well with flour (the dough will be sticky). Allow for it to naturally fall out of the container onto a floured surface.Ā Coat the top of the dough with more flour. Handle the dough very carefully, don’t pat back down. You want to keep as much air as possible in the dough. Cut the dough lengthways into 4 equal sized loaves. Slightly stretch each piece lengthways and place on oiled baking trays. Let rest 30-45 min on a baking sheet.Ā 

Pre-heat oven 425 degrees. Baked bread 25 min. until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Cool completely on wire racks.

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Cherry Bundt Cake

Cherry Almond Bundt CakeĀ 

3/4 cup quartered Natural Bordeaux Maraschino Cherries

  • rinse cherries
  • dry well with paper towels
  • toss with 2 tablespoons flour
  • set aside

You can make your own maraschino cherries (make two days in advance)

  • 1 pint of sour cherries
  • 1 cupĀ maraschino liqueur (possible substitutesĀ are Amaretto,Ā Grand Marnier, or contact your local store for assistance)
  • Bring liqueur to a simmer. Turn off the heat, and add the cherries, stir, let cool, and pour into jars. Refrigerate. Make these a day or two before using. Cherries last for months.

1 Cup all-purposeĀ white flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

3/4 cup unsalted softened butter (do not microwave)

3/4 white sugar (pulse slightly in the food processor before measuring)

Zest of 1 lemon

1/8 cup plus 2 tsp. finely ground almonds

3 large eggs

Pre-heat oven 350 degrees. Fluff flour and baking powder until well mixed in a bowl. Add all ingredients except the cherries to the mixer bowl, Ā mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Lightly fold cherries into batter. Place in a well butter bundt pan. Bake 25-45 min. When cooled and cake starts to pull from sides of pan remove from pan to cooling rack. Finish with Ganache andĀ toasted almonds (place sliced almonds in a warmed pan and toss lightly until golden brown) on top.

GanacheĀ 

1 1/2 cups of heavy cream

1 lb. semi-chocolate or bittersweet chocolate chopped (we recommendĀ 61% cacao)

In a heavy saucepan, bring heavy cream to boil. Turn off the heat. Add chopped chocolate pieces and let it rest until melted (this is key). Use a rubber spatula to stir the mixture until all the pieces are melted. Pour it into a room-temperature bowl, cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate ganacheĀ until it is firm.

The weekend meal included trout almondine, roasted garlic green beans, ciabatta bread, and cherry almond cake. A niceĀ pinot noir is served with the meal.

May your holiday be filled with great memories and remember your lifestyle is worth the best.

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Shopping List

1 lb. Land O’ Lakes butter

Natural Bordeaux Maraschino Cherries

1 lb. natural almonds

1/2 lb. sliced almonds

All-purpose white flour

1 quart Heavy Cream

1 lb. 61% cacao semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate

1 dozen eggs

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C&H Sugar

C&H White Sugar

1 small can Baking PowderĀ 

5 lbs.Ā White whole wheat flourĀ 

Dry Active Yeast

Silicone Kitchen Set

Bundt Pan

Bosch Mixer

Healthy Eating ~ Modern Market

Healthy Eating ~ Modern Market

What is old is new again. We see this in film, television, summer fashion trends, and food. The concept of farm to table is beginning to take traction in America. The concept that food isĀ healthy, increases energy and provides proper nutrients is a value many are finding for their lifestyle.

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Modern Market

Anthony Pigliacampo, co-owner of Modern Market, decides in 2009 the time was like no other to step aside hisĀ corporate job and begin a change in food choices for eating out. The ability to find a healthy choice at a reasonable price was the basis for the restaurant. This was the beginning of Modern Market.

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Modern Market

Modern Market brings the farm to table concept with a modern flair. The food is prepared from farm fresh ingredients in each location each day. The staffĀ Ā is trained and well prepared toĀ cook each meal from scratch that nourishes theĀ mind and body.Ā The food philosophy is, “Have you ever noticed, when you eat great food you feel good?”

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Modern Market Staff

PigliacampoĀ attends the soft opening of Ahwahnee’s Modern Market. He states, “healthy food, every ingredient we consciouslyĀ source. “We actually find the vendor,Ā negotiateĀ with our vendors about the quality products. Arizona is a good location for farm to table. Many of our greens are literally 30 hours ground to our restaurant.” Ā The philosophy is a holistic view on health, added sugar is the devil and good fats are friends.

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Modern MarketĀ Dinner Plates

Modern Market serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catering. The menu includes:

  • Breakfast sandwiches
    • Rocket egg
    • Egg and cheese
  • Scrambles
    • Southwest tofu
    • Sausage kale
  • Breakfast plate
    • Eggs and prosciutto
    • Eggs and toast
  • Fresh salads
    • Thai coconut
    • Toscano
  • Toasted sandwiches
    • Chipotle steak
    • Blueberry pesto
  • Brick oven pizza
    • M*rita
    • prosciutto
  • HomemadeĀ soups vary with seasons
  • Drinks
    • Wine
    • Beer
    • NaturalĀ craft soda
    • Tea
    • Coffee
    • Bottled drinks
    • Kombucha

The evening was a delight. We enjoyed a warm cozy atmosphere. The menu isĀ wholesome ingredients. The freshness was filled with savory flavors. Ray and I enjoyed:

  • Chicken Breast
    • Hormone and antibiotic free herb roasted chicken with chimichurri sauce
    • Macaroni and cheese
    • RoastedĀ asparagus (the asparagus did not have the woody area removed)
  • Sesame TofuĀ 
    • Seasoned organic tofu
    • Lemon maple vinaigrette (served on the side)
    • Rosemary sweet potato mash
    • Roasted asparagus

The restaurantĀ provides self-service for ordering & drinks, prices affordable and warm atmosphere. The menu was beautifully simple. Looking forward to a healthier choice when eating out.

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Ahwatukee LocationĀ 4901 E Ray Rd Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Photo Credit Raymond L. Forchion Jr.