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ANDY SPARHAWK - THE BREWERS ASSOCIATION’S CRAFT BEER PROGRAM COORDINATOR - AMERICAN CRAFT BEER WEEK Beer lovers everywhere will toast the country’s small and independent craft beer renaissance during American Craft Beer Week from May 16-22. Once again, ACBW events and celebrations will be held across all 50 states. Get in on the Action: ACBW activities include exclusive brewery tours, multi-course food and pairing dinners, collaboration beers, retail promotions and much more. Find out what your state is doing and how to get involved.Summer Seasonals: Need to cool down this summer? Discover the top craft beers on tap, which will be sold at baseball stadiums, and other specials this season. Plus, an extra special beer is being brewed just for ACBW…Bigger Story on Small Beer: The number of breweries in this country is at a record high. With over 4,000 breweries there’s more styles to choose from than ever before. Discuss the overall phenomena, including the impact this has on our economy and helpful tips for the average listener to navigate the beer aisle and select the perfect brew. ABOUT ANDY SPARHAWK Andy Sparhawk, the Brewers Association's craft beer program coordinator, is a Certified Cicerone® and BJCP Beer Judge. He lives in Arvada, Colorado where he is a homebrewer and avid craft beer enthusiast. On occasion, Andy is inspired to write on his experiences with craft beer, and if they are not too ridiculous, you might see the results here on CraftBeer.com. CRAFTBEER.COM GENEALOGIST, JOSHUA TAYLOR - PBS’ “GENEALOGY ROADSHOW” SEASON THREE UNCOVERS FAMILY SECRETS ACROSS THE U.S.  PBS’ “GENEALOGY ROADSHOW” SEASON THREE UNCOVERS FAMILY SECRETS ACROSS THE U.S. Six New Cities Featured as Local Citizens’ Lineage is Traced to the Past Part detective story, part emotional journey, Genealogy Roadshow combines history and science to uncover fascinating stories of diverse Americans this season in and around Albuquerque, Miami, Houston, Boston, Providence and Los Angeles. Each story links to the larger regional and often, national history, to become part of America’s rich cultural tapestry. Genealogy Roadshow brings together genealogists Kenyatta Berry, Joshua Taylor and Mary Tedesco with everyday people whose unique family claims form the basis for significant ROADSHOW stories. Among this season’s mysteries: A man seeks to find out if he is descended from Boston’s key founders; a woman explores connections to an ancestor’s participation in the Manhattan Project; a couple hopes to recover the true story of their family pharmacy during Hollywood’s Golden Age; and a woman learns of her family’s involvement in the Trail of Tears. The genealogists used resources in history and DNA as well as family heirlooms, letters, pictures, historical documents and other clues to hunt down the truth behind the familial myths. In each episode, Genealogy Roadshow reaches out to help Americans who are interested in their family heritage and their community history. It proves that no matter one’s culture and background, everyone is part of the American story. WWW.PBS.ORG/GENEALOGYROADSHOW

CATHERINE BELL STARS AS EVERYBODY’S FAVORITE ENCHANTRESS IN HALLMARK CHANNEL’S TOP-RATED ORIGINAL SERIES “GOOD WITCH,” AIRING SUNDAYS AT 9 PM ET/PT, 8 C SEASON TWO PREMIERED SUNDAY, APRIL 17 ON HALLMARK CHANNEL After spellbinding audiences with seven installments of one of the network’s most successful movie franchise of all-time featuring Cassie Nightingale, the beloved raven-haired enchantress brought to life by Catherine Bell (“Army Wives,” “JAG”, “Bruce Almighty”), “Good Witch” debuted as an original series last year on Hallmark Channel.  In its first season “Good Witch” became the network’s strongest series, averaging an impressive 2.6 L+3 HH rating, making Hallmark Channel the #2 rated cable network in the time period and reached 11.7 million unduplicated viewers. In season two, Cassie (Bell) and Sam (Golden Globe® winner James Denton, “Desperate Housewives”) put romance on the back burner as Sam resolves his family situation and Cassie decides if she’s ready to take things to the next level.  A complication arises with the arrival in Middleton of John (Dan Payne), an old archaeologist friend of Cassie’s, who is clearly interested in more than just friendship.  Meanwhile, Grace (Bailee Madison, “Northpole: Open for Christmas,” “The Fosters,” “Just Go with It”) wants nothing to do with her magic as she struggles with feeling different from her peers.  Cassie guides her daughter through this rough time and encourages Grace to embrace her gifts.  When Sam’s not busy navigating the convoluted family life created by his pushy ex-wife, the swoon-inducing doctor has his hands full with his burgeoning medical practice and over-sharing front office assistant Eve.  Meanwhile, Middleton’s indefatigable mayor Martha (Catherine Disher) is still working hard to keep the town humming in true Martha style.  But as always, Cassie is at the heart of everything and manages to weave her magic in her own special way, leaving a lasting effect on those around her. ABOUT CATHERINE: Catherine Bell is best known for her work as the headstrong Marine Corps attorney Lt. Sarah ‘Mac’ MacKenzie on the action drama series “JAG” and in the ensemble drama series “Army Wives,” as Denise Sherwood, a devoted wife who has returned to work as a nurse while her husband is a major in Iraq and whose son was killed in combat in Afghanistan. Bell was born in London and moved to Los Angeles with her family at the young age of three.  While studying biomedical engineering at UCLA, Bell ventured into modeling, which soon led to immediate recognition in both the United States and overseas.  Building on her success as a model, she decided to pursue an acting career, which was launched soon thereafter. While working in television, Bell has also generated a loyal fan base with Hallmark Channel’s “The Good Witch” movie franchise, always among the highest-rated Original Movie on the network. Starring as Cassandra “Cassie” Nightingale, Bell completed seven Original Movies in the series, including “The Good Witch,” “The Good Witch’s Garden,” “The Good Witch’s Gift,” “The Good Witch’s Family,” “The Good Witch’s Charm,” “The Good Witch’s Destiny” and “The Good Witch’s Wonder.”  Other TV credits include Lifetime’s “Still Small Voices” and “Last Man Standing,” CBS’ “Company Town” and TNT’s “Good Morning Killer” as well as guest starring roles on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” “Friends,” “Dream On” and “King & Maxwell.” Bell’s feature film credits include Universal’s mega-hit “Bruce Almighty” opposite Jim Carrey and opposite Steve Carrell in the sequel, “Evan Almighty,” as well as “Men of War.”  Bell, along with her two children, resides in Southern California. FOOD WRITER, COOKING INSTRUCTOR, EDITOR AND PUBLISHER LISA ATWOOD – AUTHOR, THE TOTAL GRILLING MANUAL While there are loads of grilling books on the market, this is the one that’s pooled all the knowledge you could ever need into one book.  This a-z,

CAMERON PARRY – WINEMAKER, GROTH VINEYARDS  Cameron Parry, Winemaker at Groth Vineyards & Winery, was hired in 2014 as only the third winemaker in Groth’s history since the family’s first vintage in 1982. Cameron’s winemaking philosophy begins in the vineyards.  “The real work is in the vineyard itself, to grow the very best fruit possible, and not screw it up in the winery” says Cameron.  If you need to find Parry it’s best to start searching in Groth’s 121 acre Oakville Estate Vineyard, or their 44 acre Hillview Vineyard in Yountville.  Looking forward Cameron says, “Having an intimate and daily knowledge of what is happening in our vineyards guides all of my decisions in the cellar.  I strive to showcase the unique characteristics of the vineyard and vintage, and feel honored to be making Cabernet at the epicenter of Napa Valley’s most esteemed Cabernet district.” Before arriving in Oakville, Cameron spent the last ten years as Winemaker at the historic Napa Valley winery Chateau Montelena.  Parry holds an M.S. degree in Food Science with an emphasis in Enology from the University of California, Davis.  He also holds a joint Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Biology, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from New Mexico State University.  Parry is fluent in Spanish and has been a Board member of the Napa Valley Wine Technical Group and serves on the Enology Grants Review Committee for the American Vineyard Foundation.  When not making wine, Parry is an avid outdoorsman who loves rock climbing, canoeing, and backpacking with his family.  “I don’t want my kids to remember a time when they did not go camping, I live outside.”  He also enjoys gardening and is currently experimenting with fifteen different types of tomatoes plants. OUR VINEYARDS Groth Vineyards & Winery believes that a significant portion of the magic in the bottle comes from what goes on out in the vineyards. Our Vineyard Manager, Ben Benson, has been farming on this land since he joined Groth as the very first member of the team in 1982. His years of experience with the Groth estate have enabled us to make sure we have the perfect grape planted in the perfect location. We have matched soil types to rootstock, to grape clone, to trellising. Since 1996 Groth has replanted 90% of our vineyards. This major undertaking allows us to take advantage of the strides that have been reached in the viticulture community over the last decade, and combine them with our history with the land, to give us the ultimate combination between the grapes and the wines that we eventually make from them. SUSTAINABLE FARMING The vineyard philosophy at Groth isn’t a lofty abstraction; it gets right down into the details.  “Each and every vine is managed for its individual needs.” says vineyard manager Ben Benson.  “We prune, thin shoots, or leaf pull for balance throughout the vineyard so that all the grapes have uniform ripening and optimum maturity.” More often than not, the same practices that promote grape and wine quality also have an environmental payoff.  When Groth replanted, the orientation of the vine rows was changed from cross valley to follow the natural direction of the Napa Valley.  This allows the breezes that come up the Valley from the San Pablo Bay to flow more easily through the vineyards.  The result is increased air circulation, less mildew and rot on the vines and consequently less need for spraying fungicides—better for the wine, better for the environment. Preserving natural resources is also a key element of sustainable farming, one step further than organic farming.  Sustainable farming practices take into consideration its effects on the whole environment and upon the health of the entire watershed of the Napa Valley.  Water is precious in the state of California.  Encouraging cover crops not only helps establish a healthy insect population th

LINDA PARKER SANPEI – FOUNDER, PARKER SANPEI & ASSOCIATES – TALKS ABOUT THE CHARDONNAY SYMPOSIUM MAY 12-14  THE INTERNATIONAL CHARDONNAY SYMPOSIUM: MAY 12-14, 2016 The International Chardonnay Symposium brings top Chardonnay producers from around the world to the classic Californian beach towns of Pismo Beach and Avila Beach and the Edna Valley wine country for an in-depth exploration of the world’s favorite grape and its impact on viticulture, tastemakers and the market. Our 2016 event line-up will feature a grand wine tasting, educational seminars & panel sessions, winemaker dinners and plenty of opportunities to talk Chardonnay with industry leaders, tastemakers and fellow enthusiasts. In conjunction with The Symposium, many Central Coast wineries and businesses offer special promotions and events to complete the experience. Unlike a typical food and wine festival, The Chardonnay Symposium’s primary purpose is to educate and inform top industry professionals, as well as devoted consumers, about current events and trends in Chardonnay production and culture around the world. But when the discussion ends, there’s plenty of time for exploring nearby wineries as well as the seaside resort towns of Pismo Beach and Avila Beach that offer winetasting rooms, pristine beaches, surfing and kayaking, hiking and biking trails, farm-to-table and seaport-inspired cuisine, boutique shopping, and more. THECHARDONNAYSYMPOSIUM.COM CHEF SEAMUS MULLEN – HELPS US MAKE NUTRIENT-RICH PRODUCE THAT’S FAMILY-FRIENDLY WITH PURE FLAVOR FROM SPICES AND HERBS Grab your grocery totes and head out the door; farmers markets across the country are reopening for the season! There’s a bounty of colorful fresh produce just waiting to be chopped, roasted, tossed or blended into seasonal snacks, sides, sauces and salads. Fresh fruits, vegetables and products that are direct from local farmers offer many benefits; for the health of your family, the community and your weekly menu. Award-winning Chef Seamus Mullen recently sat down with a group of kids to talk about making fruits and vegetables more “yummy”. Mullen says that when you get kids involved and interactive with food they will try things they never tried before and chances are they will like it.  He found that kids are willing to eat fresh produce when the right flavors were added – beyond butter and salt. He also discovered that most kids are more excited to try new foods when they’re served in familiar way, from asparagus ‘tots’ to cinnamon roasted carrots. ABOUT CHEF SEAMUS:  Chef Seamus Mullen is an award-winning New York chef, restaurateur and cookbook author known for his inventive yet approachable Spanish cuisine, and a leading authority on health and wellness. Seamus opened his first solo restaurant Tertulia in Manhattan in 2011, which was a finalist for the James Beard Foundation Award for Best New Restaurant. In 2013, he opened El Colmado, a NY Spanish tapas and wine bar. He has been a semi-finalist for Best Chef NYC by the James Beard Foundation three years in a row. Growing up on an organic farm in Vermont, Seamus learned from a young age the value of eating real, whole foods. Seamus first rose to national prominence in 2006 with Boqueria, one of the first critically acclaimed and highly successful Spanish restaurants in New York. In 2009, he was one of three finalists on the Food Network’s “The Next Iron Chef.” More recently, Seamus has become a leading authority in the conversation on food, health and wellness. An avid cyclist who raced competitively in his twenties, he was diagnosed in 2007 with rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease that forced him to rethink his relationship with food. This led to his first cookbook “Hero Food,” published in 2012. Through food, exercise and lifestyle changes, Seamus was able to successfully turn his health around. As a testament to his newly reclaimed health, in November 2014 he raced in “La Ruta de Los Conquistadores,” one of

CHEF AND OWNER MICHAEL GERARD - BRING OUT YOUR INNER MASTER CHEF WITH FUN & EASY COOKING CLASSES AT WILDWOOD OVENS BRING OUT YOUR INNER MASTER CHEF WITH FUN & EASY CLASSES AT WILDWOOD! Eagle Rock’s Wildwood is the perfect place for unforgettable cooking classes & events!  Wildwood, maker of acclaimed wood fired ovens, is thrilling foodies, home chefs, and aspiring grill masters across Los Angeles at its Eagle Rock cooking class and event location. Wildwood has been impressing professional chefs and winning awards with its ovens and products since 2002, and now its hip and engaging space in Eagle Rock is the perfect place to learn new cooking techniques, hone grilling skills, or host an unforgettable event. Whether you're with Wildwood for an afternoon cooking workshop, bread boot camp, or a private event, the Wildwood experience is swoon-worthy. The unique culinary space offers two kitchens—one indoor, one out—three wood-fired ovens, a Brazilian BBQ, and an intimate setting that invites guests to relax and enjoy food created amongst friends. Current Wildwood classes include: pizza workshop; bread workshop; tapas workshop; yakitori workshop; brazilian bbq; and cooking with wood. For unique events, Wildwood offers an intimate turn-key event space centered around an outdoor kitchen or a party atmosphere complete with staff. It’s perfect for a special birthday, anniversary, holiday party, or even a long overdue get-together with old friends. An indoor/outdoor venue, Wildwood is conveniently located in Eagle Rock, CA, which was listed as Redfin's #2 "Hottest Neighborhoods of 2014". Maximum guest capacity is 80 for standing-tray service and 40 for sit-down service. Additionally, guests can take the Wildwood experience on the road by renting Wildwood’s mobile ovens and Brazilian BBQs. “Our cooking classes offer some of the most unique and fun activities in Los Angeles,” says Michael Gerard, the man behind Wildwood. “There’s nothing like enjoying food you cooked from a beautiful wood fired oven! We’re thrilled to offer our ovens and beautiful space to all guests, for both events and classes.” ABOUT WILDWOOD OVENS: The brainchild of Michael Gerard, Wildwood Ovens has received accolades from chefs worldwide for their impressive performance since its founding in 2002. In 2015, Wildwood launched the Dual Fuel Yakitori BBQ, and 3-star Michelin Chef, Cesar Ramirez, has two custom Wildwood Yakitori BBQs in his New York City restaurant. In addition to innovative wood fired ovens and related products, Wildwood also offers unique cooking classes and event hosting at its beautiful Eagle Rock, CA space, which features two kitchens—one indoor, one out—three wood-fired ovens, a Brazilian BBQ, and an intimate setting. WWW.WILDWOODOVENS.COM WWW.COOKINGWITHWOOD.COM DR. KERI PETERSON - A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER YOU! ADVICE ON STAYING HEALTHY THIS SEASON, A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER YOU! The warm weather’s here and even the best couch-potatoes are finding it hard to stay inside.  We and our families are gearing up for more exercise, running errands and spending time outdoors. We know the importance warming up to avoid injuries and discomfort.  But that’s just part of it.  Dr. Keri Peterson, a specialist in internal medicine, joins us with advice on staying healthier and happier this season. ABOUT KERI PETERSON, MD: Dr. Keri Peterson obtained her bachelor degree from Cornell University and received her medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. She completed post-graduate training in Internal Medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City and is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Peterson has been in private practice with a prominent medical group on the Upper East Side of Manhattan since 1999.  She holds appointments at Lenox Hill Hospital and Mount Sinai Medical Center.  She is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. With a demonstrated commitment to the

CHEF BRENDAN COLLINS RELEASES HIS FIRST COOKBOOK -  COOKING, BLOKES + ARTICHOKES: A MODERN MAN'S KITCHEN HANDBOOK  THE DEBUT COOKBOOK FROM CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED CHEF BRENDAN COLLINS WITH 100 RECIPES TO IMPRESS YOUR MATES Are you looking for tasty, no bullshit food? You've come to the right place. Cooking, Blokes & Artichokes is for every bloke searching for inspiration and a solid guide to good cooking. Brendan's 100 straightforward recipes can help any modern man broaden his kitchen skills―from making proper vinaigrette to the foolproof technique for braising meat. Brendan covers everything, from super simple side dishes, such as Roasted Winter Vegetables and Burrata Salad, to game day nibbles such as Spiced Lamb Shanks, Homemade Pita Breads, and Spiced Yogurt Dip, and ending with desserts; the book wouldn't be complete without his famous Sticky Toffee Pudding. Sometimes it's about a quick meal thrown together on the fly―mushrooms on toast, or a lamb burger charred up nicely on the grill―but when you have some time to tinker, Brendan will show you how to roast a pig's head to glistening, golden perfection, cure your own duck prosciutto, and put up jars of silky, savory caramelized onion compote for a crazy flavor boost. Over time, you'll grow into a solid, intuitive cook―just wait and see. So go ahead; roll up your sleeves and get cooking. ABOUT BRENDAN COLLINS Brendan Collins Born and raised in Nottingham, England, chef Brendan Collins began his career behind the stoves more than 20 years ago in some of the most disciplined and avant-garde kitchens in London. For more than a dozen of those years, he has lived in Los Angeles and now proudly considers the sprawling metropolis his home, where he has become known for his refined and modern approach to food, as well his passion for whole animal butchery and seasonal cooking. All of this has led him to the opening of Birch, a new restaurant unexpectedly located in the burgeoning neighborhood of the Cahuenga Corridor in Hollywood. Named one of LA Magazine's Best New Restaurants, 2015, Birch is Collins’ flagship featuring elevated seasonal standards tempered with a straightforward sensibility and relaxed atmosphere. Brendan Collins knew very early on that he wanted to be a chef. He dropped out of secondary school to enroll in culinary school and proceeded to build an ambitious resume. His first job, at the age of 17, was at Michelin two-starred La Gavroche in London. He continued to hone his skills at several restaurants considered to be some of London’s finest gastronomic temples, including The Café Royal, The Heights and Pied à Terre. Collins’ first executive chef position was at The Calls Grill in Leeds, which would earn the prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand in 1999. He subsequently returned to London to sharpen his knives at the Oxo Tower and then became a sous chef under Marco Pierre White at Quo Vadis. During his tenure there, he was part of the team to garner a Michelin star and was quickly recognized as rising star in London’s culinary scene. In 2002 Collins crossed the pond to work with revered chef Josiah Citrin at Melisse in Santa Monica as chef de cuisine. During his four years with Citrin, Melisse consistently earned a Mobil Four Star rating and became one of California’s first Michelin two-star rated restaurants. He then struck out on his own opening Mesa in Orange County to much acclaim. However he would find himself back in Santa Monica to open Anisette with chef Alain Giraud. Later he would be lured to become executive chef of The Hall at Palihouse in West Hollywood. Most recently, Collins was the executive chef and co-proprietor of the former Waterloo & City alongside respected front of house conductor Carolos Tomazos (of Per Se and LeBernardin in New York). The elevated English gastropub opened in 2010 and became an instant success in its non-descript corner of Culver City, earning a loyal following and critical success. Although now closing its r

EMMA SWAIN - CEO, ST. SUPÉRY ESTATE VINEYARDS & WINERY - #SAUVBLANC DAY THREE WAYS TO CELEBRATE #SAUVBLANC DAY & CONNECT WITH OTHER OENOPHILES Join St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery on May 6th to celebrate one of our favorite all time grape varieties, Sauvignon Blanc. Host a private tasting event for your closest friends and family in the comfort of your own home and join in the lively online discussion. Add appetizers or go all out with a full dinner menu. HOST Plan a #SauvBlanc Day tasting at home. Tasting Kit includes 6 bottles of Sauvignon Blanc and everything you need for your tasting experience. #SauvBlanc Day 6 pack Retail Price: $195, shipping included Wine Club Members: $156, shipping included VISIT St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery for a #SauvBlanc Day pairing flight. $20 per person.  Club Members Complimentrary $20 per person, Wine Club Members are complimentary. Click here for reservations. SHARE Post photos of you, your family and friends celebrating #SauvBlanc day on social. Make sure to tag your photos, status updates and tweets with #SauvBlanc and tag us @StSupery so we can follow your #SauvBlanc Day fun! OUR STORY St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery is the largest family owned, sustainably farmed and estate produced winery in Napa Valley. Our land and our winery are certified Napa Green. HISTORY The Skalli Family, founders of St. Supéry Estate, first began making wine in 1920. Beginning in the 1970's, Robert Skalli spent eight years searching for the perfect location to expand his family's business to Napa Valley. Robert selected a relatively unknown area high in the northeastern mountains of the newly established Napa Valley appellation to plant his dream. Thirty three years later, the world-class vineyard estates in Napa Valley were sold to Chanel. Inc. Chanel has always been interested in high potential and long term projects. St. Supéry corresponds to this philosophy. At St. Supéry we have a long term commitment to the vineyards and winery and are personally invested in acting as stewards of the land, preserving the properties for future generations. Our Napa Green Certifications for the winery and vineyards are evidence of this commitment. This approach and long term investment in Estate properties also gives us the ability to maintain consistency in grape and wine quality over time. ABOUT EMMA SWAIN: Emma Swain is the CEO of St Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery. She received her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis and is a Certified Public Accountant. Emma has worked in the wine industry for more than 20 years. She began her career with Niebaum-Coppola Winery and served as the Chief Operating Officer at Sebastiani Vineyards prior to joining St. Supéry Estate. Emma currently serves as a board member for the Napa Valley Vintners, as well as serving on multiple sub-committees. Emma also volunteers locally with a number of environmental, educational and health-based charities. She is an avid runner and has several half marathons under her belt of accomplishments. WWW.STSUPERY.COM CYNTHIA PECK – OWNER, ANGELO’S AND VINCI’S MOTHER'S DAY is SUNDAY, MAY 8th ~ IT'S NOT TOO LATE! Still accepting reservations for  parties of 10 or more!  Call 714.879.4022 Just  $16.95! • Delicious All-You-Can-Eat Buffet • Omelet station • Chocolate Fondue Fountain • and Champagne! ANGELO'S AND VINCI'S NAMED  BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN ORANGE COUNTY 2016!  "O C Hotlist, Top 5 Italian Restaurants"  by CityVoter.com! OUR HISTORY Forty-three years ago, our restaurant was built with tradition and has since continued with tradition. At our home in the old marketplace, we tribute our ancestors who came to America in the late 1800’s – their spirit and their recipes! A little about this old building… Originally built as an L-shaped marketplace in the days when Fullerton was an orchard (early 1900’s), the local fa

SOPHIE EGAN- AUTHOR OF DEVOURED: FROM CHICKEN WINGS TO KALE SMOOTHIES— HOW WHAT WE EAT DEFINES WHO WE ARE In a flavorful blend of The Omnivore’s Dilemma, Salt Sugar Fat, and Freakonomics—food writer and program director at The Culinary Institute of America Sophie Egan reveals how, what, and why Americans eat.  In DEVOURED: From Chicken Wings to Kale Smoothies—How What We Eat Defines Who We Are, Sophie Egan takes readers on an eye-opening journey through the American food psyche, examining the connections between the values that define our national character—work, freedom, and progress—and our eating habits, the good and the bad. The search for answers to these intriguing questions and many more takes Egan across the culinary landscape. DEVOURED weaves together insights from the fields of psychology, anthropology, food science, and behavioral economics as well as myriad examples from daily life to create a powerful and unique look at food in America. ABOUT THE AUTHOR:   Sophie Egan is the director of programs and culinary nutrition for the Strategic Initiatives Group at The Culinary Institute of America. Based in San Francisco, Egan is a contributor to The New York Times' Well blog, and has written about food and health for KQED, WIRED, and Sunset magazine, where she worked on The Sunset Cookbook and The One-Block Feast book. She holds a master of public health from University of California, Berkeley, with a focus on health and social behavior, and a bachelor of arts with honors in history from Stanford University. WWW.SOPHIEEGAN.COM ACTOR GARY COLE – TALKS ABOUT HIS ROLE IN DIVINE ACCESS THAT HITS THEATERS MAY 13TH, AND VIDEO ON DEMAND& ALL DIGITAL PLATFORMS MAY 17TH You know Gary Cole from his many roles in TV and film, including his Emmy nominated performance in Veep, roles in Entourage, West Wing, Pineapple Express, Talladega Nights, The Office and much more.  He is talking about his new movie, “a sharp and funny satire,” DIVINE ACCESS, a darling of the film festivals and called “a quiet gem.” Starring with Billy Burke, Patrick Warburton and Sarah Shahi, Cole plays Reverend Guy Roy Davis.  The film will be in select theatres on May 13, and available everywhere by Video on Demand on May 17. ABOUT THE MOVIE: DIVINE ACCESS is equal parts comedy and drama.  Set in the south, it’s a road movie, a buddy picture and an often sweet, thought-provoking story of redemption. Jack Harriman (Billy Burke) has seen it all.  Keenly aware of Jack’s penchant for discrediting religious zealots, Jack is asked to join a cable access television show produced by his friend Bob McCord (Patrick Warburton).   After humiliating the current host of the show, the Reverend Guy Roy Davis (Gary Cole), Jack’s popularity turns him into a spiritual celebrity and he takes to the road on a multi-city speaking tour accompanied by Nigel a self-proclaimed “catcher” (Joel David Moore).   Along the way Jack and Nigel are joined by Amber (Dora Madison), a down on her luck call-girl, and Marian (Sarah Shahi), an enigmatic beauty who challenges Jack’s beliefs and questions whether he has some deeper calling. Forces both natural and supernatural lead Jack on a journey to discover his own spiritual truth, culminating in a final showdown with Guy Roy.  Ultimately, DIVINE ACCESS is a story of family, friendship and faith. WWW.DIVINEACCESSMOVIE.COM

LARRY LIPSON – AFFORDABLE WINE REPORT For fifty years Larry Lipson was the food critic for the Los Angeles Daily News and now reports from Florida weekly with his thoughts and favorite picks for Food & Wine.  His lovely Wife Lillian is also on hand at the Lipson Institute for advanced wine studies. MOVIE & HOME ENTERTAINMENT EXPERT BEN LYONS HIGHLIGHTS  THE LATEST BLU-RAY/DIGITAL HD RELEASES INCLUDING GREAT MOVIES FOR MOMS FOR MOTHER’S DAY  & THE BEST WAYS TO WATCH THEM Movie & Home Entertainment Expert Highlights  The Latest Blu-ray/Digital HD Releases Including Great Movies for Moms for Mother’s Day & the Best Ways to Watch Them Ben Lyons is a Television, Radio, and Online host and producer who covers pop culture like nobody else. Each month with his DEN (Digital Entertainment News) segment, Ben highlights the latest Blu-ray and Digital HD releases and the best ways to watch them.  Ben’s next DEN segment is Wednesday, May 4th and he will highlight some great movie gift ideas for Mother’s Day that moms can curl up and watch in the comfort of their own home.  Ben will also highlight the other new Blu-ray/Digital HD releases and the best ways to watch them. Ben Lyons is the lead host of IMDb’s Golden Globes and Academy Awards coverage, his movie reviews can be heard weekly on Mario Lopez’s internationally syndicated radio show, and his awards predictions are featured on Elle.com. Over the years Ben has worked as the film correspondent for E!, EXTRA, Oscar.com, and Yahoo!, covering every major awards show and film release.   Ben’s latest venture is as chief correspondent and “voice of the fans” at Derek Jeter’s theplayerstribune.com. His duties include hosting the Tribune's weekly radio show on Sirius/XM, hosting his own video series in partnership with AOL called 'Real Fan Life', as well as a podcast of the same name, and moderating live streams and panels at NBA All Star Weekend, SXSW, and The Super Bowl. Born and raised in New York City, Ben is the grandson of legendary New York Post columnist Leonard Lyons, and is the son of film and theater critic Jeffrey Lyons. The Lyons family has been covering pop culture in American media for more than 80 years. DEGONLINE.ORG WORLD SERIES CHAMPION BERNIE WILLIAMS - SHERATON HOTELS & RESORTS LAUNCHES NEW ORIGINAL CONTENT SERIES WITH A SPOTLIGHT ON THE INFAMOUS RIVALRY BETWEEN NEW YORK CITY AND BOSTON ENTERING ENEMY TERRITORY:  WORLD SERIES CHAMPION BERNIE WILLIAMS KICKS OFF “RIVAL TOWN RUNDOWNS” FEATURING ALL-STAR LINE-UP OF MLB® PLAYERS Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Launches New Original Content Series with a Spotlight on the Infamous Rivalry Between New York City and Boston In celebration of its partnership with Major League Baseball® (MLB®), Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is launching a new original content series, “Rival Town Rundowns:  MLB Stars Reveal their Favorite Spots for Fans Checking into Rival Territory,"  that will give MLB fans an unprecedented perspective on travel through tips and hacks from their favorite pros visiting a ‘rival’ city. With more than XX baseball fans traveling every season to see their favorite team play in away games, Rival Town Rundowns seeks to give travelers the quick and easy run-down on what to do and where to go while staying in “foreign territory.”  A five-part video series that will roll-out throughout the baseball season, Rival Town Rundowns will be hosted Jessica Mendoza and feature past and present MLB stars including Bernie Williams, Billy Butler, Matt Carpenter and Brandon Belt. Bernie Williams will launch the content series on May 4th with his perspective on the infamous and storied New York City and Boston rivalry, giving the rundown on his favorite to-do’s when visiting Beantown.  To give baseball enthusiasts a chance to get in on the action, Sheraton is also announcing the Rival Town Rundowns contest, where fans can submit their story on why they deserve

MARLENE KOCH QVC GUEST STAR AND BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF EAT WHAT YOU LOVE QUICK & EASY: GREAT RECIPES LOW IN SUGAR, FAT, AND CALORIES Join QVC Guest Star and Bestselling Author, MARLENE KOCH As She Presents Favorite Recipes Shaved of Sugar, Fat and Calories from, EAT WHAT YOU LOVE QUICK & EASY  Plus, Restaurant Makeovers of Favorite Dishes like Pumpkin Spice Latte! Wildly popular QVC guest star and bestselling author, Marlene Koch, is back with more delicious and guilt-free recipes in her new cookbook, EAT WHAT YOU LOVE QUICK & EASY: GREAT RECIPES LOW IN SUGAR, FAT, AND CALORIES. After her previous books in the Eat What You Love series sold more than 700,000 copies, Marlene is determined to continue helping readers lose weight, manage their diabetes, feed their family better, and feel great – without sacrificing taste. Thanks to Marlene’s remarkable ability to shave the sugar, fat, and calories from your favorite recipes, you no longer have to suffer in order to maintain a healthy weight and diet. Better yet, these recipes are in accordance with the new 2016 dietary guidelines, which call for a major decrease in sugar and saturated fat consumption. With the simple substitution of a few ingredients, Marlene shows readers how easy it is to whip up healthy alternatives to dishes like Mac & Cheese and Teriyaki Fried Chicken. Marlene Koch is the award-winning author of numerous cookbooks including Eat What You Love and the New York Times bestseller, Eat More of What You Love. A regular guest on QVC, Marlene is a registered dietician and culinary expert known for her extraordinary ability to deliver good health, with great taste! Marlene and her recipes have been featured in Cooking Light, Woman’s World, Men’s Fitness, and Diabetes Health magazines, as well as on Today and the Food Network. At home you’ll find Marlene cooking and baking for her big food-loving family. MARLENEKOCH.COM BESS YOUNT, HEAD OF FACEBOOK'S SMALL BUSINESS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TEAM - EXPLAINS THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA FOR NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK AN INSIDE LOOK AT WHAT THE WORLD’S #1 SOCIAL MEDIA SITE IS   DOING TO HELP SMALL BUSINESSES GROW JUST IN TIME FOR NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK… LEARN WHY FACEBOOK IS DOUBLING DOWN ON ITS COMMITMENT  TO DRIVING SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS Learn Best Practices for Growing Your Business from  Facebook’s Head of SMB Community Engagement In honor of National Small Business Week, Facebook is demonstrating its commitment to empowering small businesses and helping them achieve success. On May 3rd, you can talk with Facebook’s head of small business community engagement, one of the top social media experts in the nation.  She cover a number of timely topics, such as: Facebook’s Involvement in National Small Business Week, including a newly minted technology coalition with other major technology companies; what Instagram is doing to engage the small business community; and the upcoming Facebook events where small businesses can meet with Facebook experts one-on-one: Facebook and Instagram’s Ongoing Commitment to Small Businesses, including the  Boost Your Business event series which connects businesses with community leaders, small business experts and like-minded businesses. Find out how your listeners can learn more about the community and online resources they need to grow their business. You will be speaking with Bess Yount, Head of Facebook's SMB Community Engagement team.  Bess is responsible for growing awareness of just how social media can help small businesses reach their goals. In fact, Bess has traveled the country on behalf of Facebook to engage with small business owners and help them learn about ways to grow their respective businesses. Whether your listeners are just starting a business or ready to take the next step, they’ll be fascinated to hear from one of the top social media business experts in the nation. WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/BLUEPRINT WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/BUSIN