My first NASCAR event…almost

EUROPEAN FOOD, ART, FUN AND INSPIRATION

Nothing inspires me and invigorates me more than a good trip. It is always a great source of inspiration for me, which fills me not only with a wonderful experience but also with great ideas and it feels as if it warms my soul. But also, it makes me run home and enter my lab of creation, for most called, the kitchen!

Ever since my passion for food developed into a career, I posted goals for myself on my mirror at home so that I could stay focused. Once a goal is achieved, I cross it off, but don't erase it so I can remind myself what I have accomplished - this gets me pumped up and motivated! Everyday I work harder towards the rest of the goals I have listed. One of the many items on that list? Oprah of course! I'm so happy to say that as of Friday, May 9th, I can officially cross that off as I make my first appearance ever on her show in a sandwich showdown! On TV and in-person, Oprah Winfrey is a woman with presence. I admire her for her achievements, compassion and her dedication. I commend her for everything she has achieved for women,minorities and society and I hope I will be able to give back just as much as she has - with heart and soul. Thank you Ms. Winfrey for everything and to the staff at HARPO - you were all wonderful! Make sure to tune into to the show on Friday May 9th. I can't wait for everyone to share in the fun! I will be posting the recipe that I did on the show on Friday, check back then.


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Bringing the glamour of Food Network's South Beach Food & Wine Festival to New York, SWEET, presented by Ferrero Rocher, is the city's biggest dessert party with appearances by your favorite Food Network stars like Michael Chiarello, Cat Cora, Giada De Laurentiis, Duff Goldman, and Ingrid Hoffmann, and delicious creations by New York's premiere pastry chefs, chocolatiers and bakers! All desserts will be complemented by fine wines, Champagnes and spirits from the Southern Wine & Spirits of New York portfolio. SWEET is hosted by and benefits Food Bank For New York City and Share Our Strength.

Ceviche is one of the most classic dishes on any South American menu. Originally from Peru and Ecuador, they are now found anywhere you find fresh seafood and people who really want to enjoy it!

Very simply, ceviche is seafood "cooked" in lime juice and then seasoned with red onion, salt, pepper and sometimes oregano. Others include red or green peppers, Tabasco or tomatoes. There are as many recipes for ceviche as there are chefs, and you'll very quickly come up with your own individual favorite. The only constant is that it be bright, colorful and delicioso!

Puerto Rico Food & Wine Fest 2007

I LOVE PUERTO RICO!
I just got back from the first Puerto Rico Food & Wine Festival, which was absolutely amazing and an incredible success.
The Island is called La Isla Del Encanto (the enchanted island) and I could not agree more
I was part of the event together with Chef Cat Cora from Iron Chef, Michele Burnstein from “Michi’s” ,George Duran from “Ham on the street” and “The secret life of” and local Chefs Wilo Benet from “Pikayo” and “Paya” and Enrique Pineiro from Bokaito and Telemundo’s “Operacion Chef”.