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From Cordon Bleu French cooking lessons, to hot green lips, to beer ice cream, delight in this unusual, informative book. Meet nearly 100 chefs worldwide, 200+ recipes and break bread [...]
Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, was born to travel and tell the tale. From local cuisine to Michelin Star, simple to gourmet, Maralyn enjoys it all. Discovering flavors, spices, and trends worldwide, from Bocuse d’Or to being a judge at the Turks & Caicos Conch Festival, Oregon Chocolate Festival and others, or interviewing chefs, she is intrigued by all aspects of spa and culinary tourism. As a professional food, wine and travel writer, through guest spots on monthly radio shows, to being editor and contributor to over eight publications, print and online, she reaches several million on a continual basis, domestically and internationally. Maralyn’s years of writing incentive programs and meeting planning expanded her talent for digging below the surface for the unusual. She thrives on discovering different cultures and customs and feels it’s the best geography lesson ever. Also, she derives great satisfaction applying her organizational development skills. She has co-authored three books and hosted a television show for Time Warner Cable from 2002 to 2006. She is past president of The International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (12-2008 to 12-2012) and continues as a board member and co-chair of the Conference and Media Trip Committee. Maralyn is always ready to explore different flavors of various cultures and share their tale. People she meets along the way are the best part.
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From Cordon Bleu French cooking lessons, to hot green lips, to beer ice cream, delight in this unusual, informative book. Meet nearly 100 chefs worldwide, 200+ recipes and break bread [...]
Herve Laurent’s latest book, collaborated with Maralyn Hill and Brenda Hill, begins where many cooking schools leave off. It explains why some recipes go wrong, with tips for success.
Finalist in the Writing and Publishing category of the 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. Success Reader’s and Reviewer’s Comments: “Discover the many aspects of creative writing, research, marketing, publicity [...]
Oahu’s Kualoa Ranch Is A Treasure 2013-01-21 18:39:23Never did I expect to find an authentic multi-generation family-owned and operated natural area that would provide me with so many different experiences and opportunities. I’ve visited Oahu many times, but never Kualoa Ranch, where you see traditions flourish. In Hawaiian, Kualoa means “long back.” When you see the land, [...] |
Enchanting Enchantment in Sedona 2012-04-02 14:42:09Enchantment Resort & Spa in Sedona wakes your senses upon entering the gated grounds. One can easily see why in-the-know organizations pick this site for small meetings, incentives, or corporate retreats. It is an ideal secluded destination, self-contained, that offers everything you want and need in amenities for meetings and [...] |
Book Review: In the Land of Misfits, Pirates and Cooks 2011-11-08 05:45:52Chef Bennett's book starts out with a long title: In the Land of Misfits, Pirates and Cooks, Orchestrating Florida's Caribbean Pantry into a Modern Metropolitan Cuisine. The rest is intriguing, well organized, and easy to follow with delicious recipes. |
Book Review: Traveling with Pain 2011-06-27 06:38:10In addition to covering tips on how and why to travel, this book covers: packing and preparing; getting there; sleeping and eating; sightseeing; outdoor adventures; shopping; night life; resting; recovery time after the trip. |
Appenzellerland—Preserving Tradition While Embracing Future 2010-10-26 06:19:26Having visited and enjoyed Switzerland in the past, I was pleasantly surprised by the Appenzell region. Located in the northeastern area, its dimensions are only 258.5 square miles (416 square kilometers). This area has the lowest population in Switzerland, with 26 villages that average 23 inns per village. |
A Puerto Rican Culinary Experience at Saborea 2010-10-14 10:22:17Puerto Rico has so much more to offer than I could begin to imagine. I'd certainly encourage those who enjoy culinary travel to put it on their calendar for next year, when Saborea will take place April 1-3, 2011 |
BOOK REVIEW: Absente, Images and Tastes of the Green Fairy 2010-09-15 06:52:21I'm enamored with a book on Absente. During the past two years, quite a few authors have written about the magic of this famous liqueur. However, Carrier's compilation brings everything to life in spectacular fashion. It combines history with over 130 photos of well known works of art with numerous artists' biographies… |
BOOK REVIEW: Thirty Percent Chance of Enlightenment 2010-09-15 06:51:51Thirty Percent Chance of Enlightenment by Tim Brookes certainly enlightens. Brookes is able to articulate with humor and a sense of life and culture acceptance that transport the reader to experience India alongside him. |
Andara Resort and Yachts of Phuket – The Ultimate Incentive 2010-08-25 15:39:25Visiting Southeast Asia has been a frequent experience for me. I did graduate study there in 1989. Thailand has been a personal favorite in this area, and since my first visit to Bangkok, I've gone North to Chang Mai and as far South as the island of Koh Samui. |
Ivan Flowers 2010-07-23 00:00:00Flowers' road to Sedona and Fournos shows a wealth of exceptional experience and talent. Ivan Flowers' birthplace was Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in and around the restaurant business at his father's successful establishment, The Rendezvous. Ivan worked his way through college at high-end catering companies, while he earned his degree in psychology from the New York Institute of Technology. |
From cupcake shops that have been featured on the Food Network to gourmet dining in high-end hotels, here are the best places to find breakfast, lunch and dinner in Greater [...]
When visiting the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, I expected a history of the space program. Unexpected was the excitement I felt in wanting to return and experience more—and even hopefully go to Space Camp in the future.
The various Space Camp programs are designed for ages seven and up—children to adults, and open to families, educators and those seeking corporate team-building activities. They offer something for everyone in 52 weeks of camp adventures.
As guests enter this state-run, privately funded NASA centre, their first vision is of the world’s only vertical standing Saturn V Replica. Once inside, everything comes to life. If you want to research and study rockets, it’s all there. If space is your interest, there are more than 1,500 artifacts from America’s achievement in space exploration.
The bi-annual Sirha and Bocuse d’Or is like the Olympics for the culinary world. Head to Lyon, France, and discover the ultimate foodie experience. Sirha and Bocuse d’Or is held [...]
PRESS RELEASE December 3, 2012 For Immediate Release Media Contact: Tom Sellwood 310-305-7169 tom@annflowerpr.com Ann Flower Communications 8th Annual Los Angeles Travel & AdventureShow Announces 2013 Headline Speakers Jean-Michel Cousteau, [...]
IFWTWA will have a booth at this show. Stop by and see us. We will also hosting an authors’ reading area and book signing for our members. PRESS RELEASE November [...]
Big Blend’s Vacation Station on Nov 6, 2012 There is also a radio interview and slide show at the bottom of the link for more information. by Maralyn D. Hill ‘The [...]
By Maralyn D. Hill, The Epicurean Explorer Chef Kevin Walsh Fresh to town for the 2012 Kennebunkport Festival, Norm and I are excited to catch up with Executive Chef Kevin Walsh at theKennebunkport [...]
French chef Paul Bocuse created the Bocuse d’Or culinary competition in 1987 with a structure based on major sporting events, resulting in a spectacle dedicated to cooking and chefs. Having [...]
New Jersey’s Waterside Offers It All Rarely do we visit a restaurant that rates at the top of our list in every category: food, wine, mixology, ambiance, talent, teamwork, and [...]
Fun Times in Colorado An evening of appetizers and beer samples from Colorado’s best breweries is a great way to meet with fellow TBEX’ers Hi everyone! We’re now counting down [...]
You may want to check this out. I have personally attended TMS three times. Each was more than worthwhile. They are well run and in addition to discovering a site [...]
Quebec City is often described as the most European city in North America, as one where visitors can experience Europe without journeying across the pond.Our initial guide, Michelle Demers, provided [...]
During 1996, I was fortunate to meet French Master Chef Herv Laurent, while attending a class at Le Cordon Bleu in London. I was so impressed with his teaching skills, [...]