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Prado In Los Angeles Since 1989, Prado Restaurant has been serving up the finest Caribbean cuisine in all of southern California. Located deep in the heart of historical Hancock Park on the quaint little sidewalks of Larchmont Village, owner and executive chef Javier Prado has created a menu and dining atmosphere that has delighted it’s dedicated patrons for well over a decade.
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TY KU sake: Premium Sake and Soju for all. TY KU puts a modern twist on the Ancient Asian spirits Soju and Sake while keeping the traditional Japanese brewing techniques of these specialty beverages. TY KU comes in four varieties Premium Liqueur, Soju, Sake, and the rare Japanese Ultra Premium Junmai Ginjo sake. All varieties are crafted with exceptional ingredients masterfully combined to create a refreshing taste.
While Las Vegas has always been a destination for unique and over-the-top marriage proposals and weddings, the Eiffel Tower Restaurant at the Paris Hotel now takes romance to new heights! Ranging in price from $500 to over $10,000, acclaimed Chef Joho is pleased to announce his new “Propose in Paris” wedding proposal program, the ultimate set of romantic packages designed for couples looking to begin their engagement in true LasVegas style.
“ We typically have four or five engagements at Eiffel Tower Restaurant per night,” said Chef Joho, chef and proprietor. “Our ‘Propose in Paris’ program is a way for us to take the marriage proposal to a whole new level. Proposals at Eiffel Tower Restaurant can now be personalized, unique, over-the-top and as unforgettable as our guests can imagine.” Besides an extraordinary list of amenities and baubles, Chef Joho has created an incredible selection of tasting menus and personalized menu selections perfectly suited to meet the needs of soon to be newlyweds. From romantic window tables overlooking the Las Vegas strip to chilled bottles of champagne served with a trio of caviar and signature entrees and desserts, guests will take home memories that will last a lifetime.
From the quiet and intimate to outrageously extravagant, guests at Eiffel Tower Restaurant can now enjoy the following:
Romanceand Flowers: This package includes a romantic window table overlooking the Las Vegas strip; Chef’s personalized eight course tasting menu consisting of exquisite French cuisine; a chilled bottle of champagne; professional photos of the newly engaged couple; the opportunity to share a kiss at the top of the Eiffel Tower with tickets to the Eiffel Tower Experience; a dozen red roses; and creative delivery of the engagement ring arranged in advance by the proposer and the restaurant. Cost: $500 per couple, tax and gratuity included.
Unforgettable Opulence: A lavish three day, two night stay in a Deluxe Suite at the Paris Hotel featuring nightly turn-down service with rose petals, chocolate strawberries and champagne highlights this package that also includes: a romantic dinner at Eiffel Tower Restaurant with an elegant French menu designed specifically to compliment the occasion; chilled bottle of champagne; professional keepsake photos; a visit to the exotic Mandara Spa to experience the Paris for Lovers package; and lunch at Eiffel Tower Restaurant. Cost: $7,777 per couple, some tax and gratuity included.
Ultimate Paris Proposal. Limited only by the couple’s imagination, the Ultimate Paris Proposal includes all the amenities in the Unforgettable Opulence package. In addition, the couple will enjoy: limousine transfers for the entire length of their stay; The Eiffel Tower Restaurant Cookbook personally dedicated by Chef Joho; Mojuba Bride and Groom luxury wedding survival kits; couples beauty package from the Mandara Spa at Paris Hotel; an evening helicopter tour over the Las Vegas Strip; a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Las Vegas strip with champagne; and an engraved silver Eiffel Tower replica. Cost: $11,111 per couple, some tax and gratuity included. For more information or to book a “Propose in Paris” package, couples can contact the Eiffel Tower at 702-948-6937 or visit www.eiffeltowerrestaurant.com.
About Eiffel Tower Restaurant
Just above the Strip on the 11th floor of the Paris Las Vegas’ Eiffel Tower replica, acclaimed Chef Joho’s Eiffel Tower Restaurant offers the city’s premier French cuisine, breathtaking views of the Las Vegas strip and is regarded as the crown jewel in Paris LasVegas’ collection of restaurants. With restaurants also in Chicago (Everest andBrasserie Jo) and Boston (Brasserie Jo), and recently a special guest judge on BRAVO's Top Chef: Las Vegas, Chef Joho is a member of the prestigious organizations Relais & Chateaux, Le Grandes Tables Du Mondes,and Matre Cuisiners de France.
Izakaya Hawaii
Chef Hideaki “Santa” Miyoshi of Tokkuri Tei restaurant authored his first cookbook; Izakaya Hawaii is an adventure in Japanese cooking. Miyoshi details a carnival of bold and unique recipes inspired by regular patrons. To aid the reader in their recreation of his dishes is information on various techniques and ingredients, tips, basic recipes for sauces, stocks, and dressings, and an extensive glossary.
Japanese Kitchen Knives
In his new book Japanese Kitchen Knives: Essential Techniques and Recipes, Internationally-renowned chef Hiromitsu Nozaki provides readers insight into utilizing Japanese Kitchen Knives. Nozaki explains the techniques for using three of the most popular Japanese knives: the usuba (for cutting vegetables), the deba (for filleting) and the yanagiba (for skimming and slicing). Each technique is accompanied by recipes that require its use, and all recipes are very simple, using ingredients familiar to western readers.
The Food you Crave: Luscious recipes for a healthy life
A recipe book that follows a simple method, Usually-Sometimes-Rarely. Chef Ellie Krieger shows readers how they can have the food they crave; Mac n Cheese and Pumpkin pie muffins while eating healthy. Usually foods are the core of a healthy diet; vegetables, fruit, whole grains, lean meats, and healthy oils. Sometimes foods are white flour, sugar; some cuts of red meat, the tasty but not completely healthy ingredients. Rarely foods are the general health no-no’s but the taste must haves like full-fat cheese, bacon, and cream. Ingredients are used advantageously to best bring out the flavor of a dish while remaining good for you.
Cook Yourself Thin Faster
A sequel to Cook Yourself Thin, COOK YOURSELF THIN FASTER gives readers 75 plus good and good for you recipes that are fast and simple to prepare and sure to help readers shed a dress size without forgoing the dishes they want and love. With recipes like breakfast pancakes to remorse-free desserts, COOK YOURSELF THIN FASTER demands less prep and cooking time by preparing healthy renditions of your most loved dishes. Selected recipes have a “the lightning bolt” feature that promises completion in 20 minutes or less. Don’t worry about daily meals becoming mundane or high calorie intake this text provides and simple ingredient swap list and list of 100-calorie snacks to try.
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ARIEL Wine: In 1985 ARIEL was the first de-alcoholized wine to compete among its alcoholic peers; ARIEL Blanc won a Gold Medal that year. Since the historic event, ARIEL wines have been judged in eight professional wine competitions to be superior to wines with alcohol. A pioneer in producing award winning de-alcoholized wines ARIEL wines come in all the traditional varieties from Chardonnay to Cabernet Sauvignon. The wines are rich in flavor and aroma, a great gift for any wine enthusiast.
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THE AN FAMILY CELEBRATES THE GRAND OPENING OF THEIR NEW GOURMET BISTRO ANQI, LOCATED IN BLOOMINGDALES AT SOUTH COAST PLAZA
AnQi is the An Family’s new bistro concept which offers a fusion of cuisine and couture
and utilizes the philosophy of Celebrity Chef Helene An
Nicholas Gonzalez
Angela Bassett
Kelly Monaco
Derrek Lee
Samplings from the menu include Hawaiian salad with pineapples, papaya, and avocado infused with Dijon mustard vinaigrette and dill – a cool and refreshing appetizer to get you started. Other menu standouts are the barbeque chopped salad (his signature salad), and golden crusted empanadas, crab cakes, seafood paella, Jamaican black pepper shrimp and off course, you cannot leave without having a glass (or pitcher) of sangria and a slice of the moist red velvet cake.
Prado exemplifies the “mom and pop” style establishment. Javier not only owns the restaurant but is also – after 20 years – still the cook which allows him to maintain a personal connection with the customers. Prado also is successful at keeping the business within the family. Javier’s son William Prado, also a food connoisseur, now manages the restaurant and is destined to take over the helm one day.
Javier Prado is proud to say that his restaurant has survived almost 20 years on Larchmont and, being close to Paramount Studios, has served Hollywood celebrities and studio executives. Considering that 92% of restaurants fail within the first year that is certainly an accomplishment to hail. Power Player Magazine suggests that everyone go try out some of the delicious plates at Prado. For those of you in Los Angeles, it is conveniently located at 244 Larchmont Blvd, at the corner of Beverly Blvd. Power-Up with Prado at www.pradola.com
The Grind, Peppermills: Convenience and Elegance for the rest of us. Grind was created by a professional waiter who was tired of dealing with oversized, twist-action peppermills. His solution, a spring-action mill, a stainless steel thumb-action grinder. If you’re a petit Fab Foodie like myself, these peppermills are a great find and a must have! Stylish, easy to use and easy to store…what’s not to love?
Spike A Natural Seasoning: Spike is from the Italian kitchen of late internationally acclaimed gourmet nutritionist, Gaylord Hauser, This is a flavor seasoning sea salt crystals, special high flavor yeast, hydrolyzed vegetable protein natural spice for all dishes.
On December 3rd, 2009 a Fab Food grand opening took place for the esteemed An Family. AnQi the new restaurant offers a fashionable, inviting bistro-style atmosphere that highlights the An Family’s gourmet cuisine in a more casual environment than their legendary Beverly Hills institution, Crustacean Restaurant. As the An Family remains on the forefront of what’s hot, AnQi features a runway inside the main dining room, as well as a noodle bar where guests can experience a diverse selection of unique recipes and popular noodle dishes, including An’s Famous Garlic Noodles. AnQi celebrated in style with a fashion show and live performance presentation by Robin Thicke. Special guests include: Angela Bassett (“ER”), Patti Labelle, Audrina Patridge (“The Hills”), Ryan Sheckler (“Life of Ryan”), Kelly Monaco (“General Hospital “), Catt Sadler (E! Personality), Nicholas Gonzalez (“Melrose Place”), Keyshawn Johnson (former NFL player for the Carolina Panthers), Robert Griffith (former NFL player for the Minnesota Vikings), Derrek Lee (MLB player for the Chicago Cubs), Shea Curry (“Valentine’s Day”), Shayne Lamas (“Leave It to Lamas”), Kourtney Kardashian, and other notable talent.