Category Archive: Books

Jan
11

The Italian Table: Eating Together For Every Occasion

I love Italian food and last week was definitely a moment in enjoying the cuisine of James Beard Award winning Chef Ron Suhanosky at Nonna’s Table. He was gracious enough to gift me his recipe book The Italian Table: Eating Together For Every Occasion. If you enjoy family style Italian food then this is the …

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Jan
02

Damn Good Advice (For People with Talent!)

Damn Good Advice (For People With Talent!) is a look into the mind of one of America’s most legendary creative thinkers, George Lois. Offering indispensle lessons, practical advice, facts, anecdotes and inspiration, this book is a timeless creative bible for all those looking to succeed in life, business and creativity. Pin It

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Dec
27

The Seasons of Veuve Clicquot: A Social Cookbook for All Celebrations

If you’re a super fan of Vueve Clicquot Champagne then The Seasons of Veuve Clicquot: A Social Cookbook for All Celebrations is a must read. Authored by Stephane Gerschel, Director Of Global Communications for Veuve Clicquot, this book shares luxurious ways to entertain in true Veuve style. Pin It

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Dec
26

Meditative Journey For Winning In 2012

Meditative Journey For Winning In 2012 is a unique calendar book filled with inspiration and motivation for you to accomplish your goals in the upcoming new year. Written by certified life coach Karen St. Hilaire, I found my mind racing as soon as I flipped through the book. Pin It

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Dec
19

Cigar Style

Cigar Style is an exploration into the history of and pleasure one takes from smoking cigars with an introductory essay and 60 images. Written by historian, author and journalist Nick Foulkes, it is a celebration of all that cigars have come to symbolise and an affectionate look at our relationship with them. Pin It

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Nov
11

The Food Lover’s Guide To Wine

The Food Lover’s Guide To Wine is an encyclopedic A-to-Z guide profiling hundreds of different wines by their essential characteristics-from body and intensity to distinguishing flavors, from suggested serving temperatures and ideal food pairings to recommended producers (including many iconic examples). Pin It

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Oct
20

See Mix Drink: A Refreshingly Simple Guide to Crafting the World’s Most Popular Cocktails

I always prefer simplicity throughout my life. So when I was told there was a simple guide to crafting the world’s most popular cocktails – I was immediately sold. This is what you get with author Brian Murpy’s See Mix Drink book. Pin It

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Sep
08

The Tanning Effect Video Series With Steve Stoute

The Tanning Effect With Steve Stoute I have always admired Steve Stoute for his marketing savvy and love of luxury. Here is a short clip of his “The Tanning Effect” video interview series featuring Jay-Z, Pharrel Williams, Jimmy Iovine and Lady Gaga discussing the influence of Hip-Hop culture throughout corporate America.

Aug
08

The Wu-Tang Clan and RZA: A Trip Through Hip Hop’s 36 Chambers

Reading is fundamental and every gentleman should always keep a book at arms length. My good friend and esteemed author Alvin Blanco just penned a biography on one of Rap’s greatest groups The Wu-Tang Clan. The Wu-Tang Clan and RZA: A Trip Through Hip Hop’s 36 Chambers is a must own for any fan of …

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