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Yummy Links: From Avec Eric to The Gorbals
- Chef Eric Ripert brings his cool cuisine to PBS. — W
- Top Chef season two winner Ilan Hall has finally opened The Gorbals, a restaurant in Los Angeles. — Eater LA
- Meet Brooklyn's new backyard farms.
Food Network Festival Draws Plenty of Celebrity Chefs
Along with some of New York's top chefs, the stars of Food Network were busy partying hard this weekend at the Food Network's NYC Wine and Food Festival. The Macy's Culinary Council party on Saturday night (which I attended — more details to come!) drew the largest crowd of celebrity chefs.
Gail Simmons mingled with friends, while Bobby Flay danced with fans.
Yummy Links: From Dancing Rocco to Harvey Wallbanger
- Rocco DiSpirito will be a contestant on the upcoming season of Dancing With the Stars. — BuzzSugar
- The 411 on how long you should keep dry spices. — Chow
- McCain Frozen Foods' new advertising campaign capitalizes on the fact that they have the same name as presidential candidate, John McCain.
Hanging With One of LA's Hottest Nightclub Owners
Les Deux is undeniably one of Los Angeles' most trendy bars. Paris and Nicky Hilton have a private table, and so does Jamie Foxx. The Hills girls kick up their heels on the dance floor and everyone from TV Guide to Tom Hanks has hosted parties inside the famed house's walls.
Who Had The Hardest Commercial?
Last night on the Next Food Network Star the final three had to make a promotional commercial for their show and create an over the top buffet for Las Vegas performers. Former NFNS winner, Guy Fieri, coached the contestants and acted as the guest judge.
While each finalist ran into certain obstacles (Lisa burned her pork, Aaron bombed his introduction, and Adam went smoking crazy), I felt like the promos were totally unfair.
4th Of July Fun Facts
Happy 4th Of July! 231 years ago the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence declaring America's sovereignty. Today it's customary to celebrate the National holiday with red, white, and blue, fireworks and parades, stars and stripes, flags and bbqs.
Come Party With Me: Beach Picnic - The Look & Music
When planning a picnic on the beach, start by making a list of all of the things you need to bring. Incorporate the theme colors (mine are turquoise, yellow, and orange) into the beach blanket, beach chairs, plates, and napkins. Fill a big bucket with ice and cold beverages and toss a few throw pillows on the blankets so when night falls guests can lay back and gaze at the stars.
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