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The Rise of Malort Review: How One Unique Liqueur Became Chicago's Drink of Choice

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Category: Wine, Spirits, Epicurean Delights
Written by Jena Kehoe

Malort: for some, the word is foreign, but to others it brings instant memories of a bitter-tasting drink, one they've managed to avoid since they were first coerced into trying it. It's a distilled liqueur, made with wormwood—Malort is the Swedish word for wormwood, which is the same plant used in making absinthe.

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Academy Hosts Governors Ball Media Preview

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Category: Chefs, Fine Dining
Written by Janet Walker

The Academy Of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences recently presented, to a select group of Los Angles media, the Producing and event team selected for the upcoming 85th Annual Governors Ball.

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LUXE Rodeo Introduces On Rodeo Bistro & Lounge

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Category: Chefs, Fine Dining
Written by Janet Walker

LUXE Rodeo, the only luxury hotel directly on the most famous street in the world, recently introduced, to a select group of Los Angeles media, its new menu offerings from On Rodeo Bistro & Lounge.

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CURE SPA Malibu Celebrates Grand Opening

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Category: Health, Beauty, Wellness
Written by Janet Walker

CURE MED SPA recently celebrated the grand opening of its Malibu location with a launch party that introduced a select group of media, celebrities and guests to its newest facilities overlooking the incredible Pacific Ocean.

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Conversations with the Masters: Chef Andre Soltner

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Category: Chefs, Fine Dining
Written by Janet Walker

Andre Soltner, at 78, is recognized internationally as the first “superstar” chef and a Master Chef of the highest honors. He left home at a very young age to begin an apprenticeship that would take him on a lifelong journey and have him in the company of kings, presidents and princes.

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Anna Wilding, Award Winning Director, Launches Skin Care Line

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Category: Health, Beauty, Wellness
Written by Janet Walker

Anna Wilding, international actress and award winning director of the critically acclaimed documentary Buddha Wild, has launched Kalon Skincare, an ecologically balanced natural beauty cream.

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Chef Jacques Torres: The Sweet Life of Classic Pastry Arts

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Category: Chefs, Fine Dining
Written by Janet Walker

The French Culinary Institute recently launched Chef Jacques Torres, international chocolatier, newest Pastry Arts cookbook with a half-day sweet affair that included, for members of the press, a session on creating delicious Pâté â Choux cream puffs.

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Beverly Hills Celebrates Chinese New Year

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Category: Home
Written by Janet Walker

LLADRO, Love Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau, along with media sponsors Beverly Hills Courier, The San Marino Tribune and SING TAO Daily came together in celebration of the Chinese New Year.

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Start the Grilling Season with Cooking In Everyday English: The ABC's of Great Flavor at Home

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Category: Chefs, Fine Dining
Written by Janet Walker

Cooking In Everyday English: The ABC’s of Great Flavor at Home written by, celebrity chef and restaurateur, Todd English is the promised land for the home schooled, harnessing your inner chef, culinary challenged gourmet. 

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Emanuel Andren Chocolates - A Taste of Elegance

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Category: Wine, Spirits, Epicurean Delights
Written by Janet Walker

Swedish Chocolatier Emanuel Andren launched into the North American confections market with a whirlwind Southern California trip that began at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and concluded with a sampling at the historic Chateau Marmont in Hollywood.

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