By George Christopher Thomas, Travel Writer & Food Critic PARIS, FRANCE — When you have had enough frog’s legs and French bread, it is time to head to TaoKan Chinese cuisine in the heart of Paris. We had the wonderful opportunity to spend some time in the “City Of Lights” a few months back, and [...]
Hawaiian brewer gives fresh look to bottles and packaging while reducing carbon footprint KONA, HAWAII — Building on strong growth numbers from 2012, Kona Brewing Company will soon be showing an updated look to beer drinkers this spring. In late April 2013, the entire line of Kona brews will have a new 12oz. bottle built [...]
By George Christopher Thomas, Travel Writer & Food Critic It was just another day in Paris, France. We were doing the usual, drinking champagne, eating great food, and going sightseeing. This time around we decided to check out a famous restaurant that used to be a cabaret and historical landmark and to top it all [...]
By George Christopher Thomas, Travel Writer & Food Critic PARIS, FRANCE — As a food critic, I’ve had a lot of great and memorable dinners and dishes over the years. But nothing compares to what I experienced a few weeks back in Paris, France. My lady and I were on a weekend jaunt to Paris [...]
The Hakka Cookbook: Chinese Soul Food From Around the World SAN MATEO, CA — Veteran food writer Linda Lau Anusasananan opens the world of Hakka cooking to Western audiences in this fascinating chronicle that traces the diverse cuisine of the Chinese nomads known as the Hakka throughout the world. Beginning in her grandmother’s kitchen in [...]
BERLIN, GERMANY — An open show kitchen in which excellent dishes are prepared using the freshest ingredients before the eyes of the guests, as well as a sushi bar, a summer terrace and live jazz and blues music in the Vox Bar – with this unusual concept, Vox restaurant has established itself as a magnet [...]
A sign the housing market may be on the rebound is reflected in Southern California, where property values kept pace with statewide gains at 1.3 percent in preliminary data for 2012-13, announced Jerome E. Horton, Chairman of the Board of Equalization (BOE) last week. Los Angeles County, which has the state’s largest assessment roll of [...]
If you’re a craft enthusiast visiting the Bay Area, take time for a quick visit to the downtown San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles — a space dedicated to ambitious, highquality exhibitions representing historic and contemporary quilts and textiles. Visit on or before October 14, 2012 and you’ll catch the Second International TECHstyle Art [...]
Canoga Park , CA — On September 17, the Boys & Girls Club of the West Valley received a $10,000 donation from Time Warner Cable to enhance their STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programs for the new school year. The Robo Tech program will provide local youth the opportunity to work with Lego Mindstorms, [...]
LONDON, ENGLAND – Located only a short stroll from Trafalgar Square, Boyds Brasserie Bar & Lounge is the perfect place to unwind and relax after a hard days work. Our menu focuses on smart British fare accompanied by wines of the highest quality, offered at surprisingly affordable prices. Boyds Brasserie Bar & Lounge is a [...]
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