Celebrity Life

The Naples Winter Wine Festival is the most successful international charity wine auction in the world, bringing together renowned vintners and chefs with wine enthusiasts and philanthropists to raise millions of dollars for underprivileged and at-risk children. Every dollar raised under the tent funds the Festival’s founding organization, the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), […]

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Weather is getting cold, and there’s nothing more appealing to me than a glass of Spiced Orange Smash Cocktail recipe on one hand while relaxing in my living room, warm fireplace and the best view of Manhattan…. Today, we share with you, courtesy of Hennessy Cognac – this wonderful recipe.   INGREDIENTS 1 ½ oz […]

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The Perfect Partnership at Feast Portland 2017 Celebrity Chef Chris Cosentino and Washington State Wine united at Feast Portland 2017 to host a lunch extravaganza for media at the chef’s new restaurant, Jackrabbit in Portland, Oregon. Chef Cosentino, the season-four winner of Top Chef Masters and a contender on The Next Iron Chef and Iron Chef America, collaborated […]

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In a recent interview for Upscale Living Magazine, I spoke to Chef Luciano Sarzi Sartori of Brunello Lounge and Restaurant and Regina Hotel Baglioni in Rome. We discussed his passion for food, signature dishes and their recipes, specialty cocktails and more. What motivated you to become a chef, and where do you source your inspiration […]

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In an interview for Upscale Living Magazine, I spoke with Prashant Chipkar, Head Chef of Rasoi by Vineet at the Mandarin Oriental, Geneva. We discussed his early motivations and inspiration, signature dishes, and more. Brought up in Pune, India, Chipkar has been at the helm of Rasoi by Vineet since June 2014. Prior, he spent […]

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In an interview for Upscale Living Magazine, I spoke with Head Chef Philippe Bourrel of Le Jardin in the iconic 5-star Le Richemond hotel in Geneva, Switzerland, and we discussed his approach to cuisine, signature dishes, inspiration and more. Tell me a little bit about your philosophy and approach to cuisine at Le Jardin. My […]

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A Minute With Executive Chef Steve Benjamin of Jean-Georges Beverly Hills Paris-born Benjamin was 14 years old when he volunteered as an apprentice at a local restaurant. He continued and studied French cuisine where he earned two culinary degrees. Later on he worked at Le Celadon and after military service he worked at several well-known French […]

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BANKERS HILL Bar + Restaurant Embodies ‘Craft America Cooking’ There’s nothing I love more than finding tasty neighborhood nooks—eateries that, although ensconced in community digs somewhat off the beaten path, are making a notable impact on the local culinary scene nonetheless. One such San Diego locale is BANKERS HILL BAR + Restaurant. While near the […]

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Spritz O’Clock INGREDIENTS Santa Margherita Sparkling Rosé 1 oz. Aperol ½ oz. vodka ½ oz. orange juice Dash of passionfruit purée 5 drops of orange flower water DIRECTIONS Build over ice and top with Santa Margherita Sparkling Rosé. Garnish with an orange wheel and spray of orange blossom.

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INGREDIENTS 2 oz Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore DOCG Fresh blackberries Fresh basil leaves 1 oz gin ½ oz simple syrup ½ oz fresh lemon juice DIRECTIONS Find some fun glasses to use – rocks glasses or stemless wine glasses look great. Muddle 6 blackberries and 3 basil leaves. Add gin, simple syrup, and lemon juice. Top […]

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INGREDIENTS 3 cups seedless watermelon pieces 3 lemons, juiced ½ cup vodka ¼ cup fresh mint 2 cups Sparkling Ice Classic Lemonade DIRECTIONS In a blender, puree the watermelon and lemon juice, strain through a sieve into a drink pitcher. Add mint, vodka, and Sparkling Ice Classic Lemonade, then stir. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh

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Peach Royale INGREDIENTS Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore DOCG 1 oz. tequila 1 oz. white peach purée ½ oz. lemon juice ½ oz. simple syrup 3 dashes peach bitters DIRECTIONS Shake and strain on ice and top with Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore DOCG. Garnish with a peach wedge.

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