I would say more, but am way too busy. Just was curious if anyone else saw SNL's take off on Obama inserting ads into video games and know whether that's true or not?
"Barack Obama has begun running ads within video games. Obama ads can be seen in video games such as `Madden NFL '09' and `Burnout.' Not to be outdone, John Mccain has begun putting ads inside many MRI machines." -- Seth Meyers, "Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday."
Funny, but still.... I'm telling you! If it is true... very Big Brotheresque. EW!
My favorite nerdy TV reviewer, Frank Nicotero, on Prime Time in No Time today showcased that SNL sketch and bits from McCain's recent appearance on Late Night with David Letterman which might be considered whoring except that Obama has done so many more personal TV appearances on entertainment shows I think he still is King of Whoredom of the Presidencacy, supposedly one of our most highly respected positions in America.
A long time ago in a far away land.Maybe. HA!
I just love little Franky because even though I missed a lot of my favorite shows last night, I still felt like someone snarky, but funny, was looking out for me to help me stay caught up.
Have you read his blog lately? Check it out here: http://primetime.tv.yahoo.com/blog Still waiting for someone else to point out how stupid and pointless the gay relationship storyline is. It needs to go away. No wonder Katherine thought the writing was bad. True!
But enough of politics and fluffy TV stuff for once.
At The Shore Restaurant and Lounge last night, we just had the best UCLA Alumni Association Wine & Cheese Tasting ever. Almost 100 people came out to enjoy their five wines and international cheeses for $10 and had a great time!
I plan to post pictures from this event soon, but just in case you're curious what I've been up to while only blogging politically, check out Elite Singles by The Shore, my latest website promoting events at The Shore and around Los Angeles to see our recent photo albums. Very fun events!
Here's the link: http://singles.meetup.com/2461/ or go to meetup.com and search for Elite Singles By the Shore if that's easier. We're always looking for more quality male participants too. Check it out! Love to have you join us.
On another fun note, discovered that someone I knew years ago is the publicist for the LA Food Event '08 which is featuring The Shore Restaurant and Lounge's very own Chef David Linville.
Here's his bio and pic in case you didn't realize the quality of our food and Chef.
CHEF DAVID LINVILLE
Chef David Linville grew up in the Central Valley of Northern California near the San Joaquin River where he experienced the typical Tom Sawyer country life. His early experiences in the kitchen were at the side of his grandmother as she used the garden fresh tomatoes and wild mustard greens he brought home from the fields for her to cook with.
Chef David took his first cooking job in a seafood restaurant at the age of 16 and quickly found himself at home. Traveling extensively throughout Europe, living in Amsterdam and on the Gold Coast of Spain a few years later, he absorbed the local foods and flavors. He continues to apply these experiences and foods to his cooking style today.
His background includes LA’s most prestigious restaurants and hotels, such as the Ritz Carlton Marina Del Rey, St. Regis Hotel, Viceroy Hotel Santa Monica, Mastros Beverly Hills and The Standard Hotel on Sunset. He has also worked as a sought after private chef on yachts for some of Hollywood’s elite.
He currently is the Executive Chef at The Shore Restaurant and Lounge in Hermosa Beach, CA. He resides in Venice Beach, CA.
Oh, and here's the official press release for the event so you really understand the caliber and prestige of LA Food Event '08. The official site on where you buy tickets is coming up in the body of the release so keep your eyes open for it.
Very cool to have my very own Chef David participating. Brings a tear to the eye, truly it does.:)
I did not write the following release (although I did add some comments and highlights have to admit), but am happy to put any media in touch with the Publicist in charge if you shoot me an email. Thanks!
Sunday, October 26 at Saddlerock Ranch in the Malibu Hills
Culinary Event, Celebrating Magazine’s November Food Issue, Set in the Majestic Vineyards of Saddlerock Ranch, Benefits Los Angeles Regional Foodbank and Concern Foundation
What: Los Angeles magazine’s The Food Event: From the Vine, the third annual culinary
extravaganza, featuring celebrity chefs, top restaurants and a focus on wine. Highprofile
chefs, sommeliers, restaurants and wineries from California and around the world will
show and tell plus offer tastes of what makes them famous.
When: Sunday, October 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Saddlerock Ranch in the Malibu Hills, the magnificent vineyard home to Malibu Family
Wines and producers of Saddlerock and Semler wines
Price: Tickets are $60 (all demonstrations, food, beverages, parking, ticket processing fees included)
with $20 of each ticket split between two non-profits: the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank
and Concern Foundation. (Isn't this a great charity event?)
To purchase tickets and for more information: www.lamag.com/thefoodevent
21+ only, absolutely no infants, children or pets allowed (What a relief.:))
PARTICIPANTS AND SPONSORS AS OF SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
WHO: ANDY BROOKS (BROOKS)
VINNY DOTOLO AND JON SHOOK (TWO FOOD DUDES AND ANIMAL)
BETTY FRASER (TOP CHEF SEASON 2 AND GRUB)
NEAL FRASER (GRACE)
ERIC GREENSPAN (THE FOUNDRY)
CHRIS “CJ” JACOBSON (TOP CHEF SEASON 3)
DAVID LINVILLE (THE SHORE RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE)
LARRY NICOLA (NIC’S BEVERLY HILLS)
MAKUTO OKUWA (IRON CHEF AND SASHI)
NANCY SILVERTON (MOZZA)
KERRY SIMON (SIMON LA AT SOFITEL LA)
TOMMY TANG (LET’S GET COOKING)
AND MORE…
Activities: Celebrity Chef Cooking Demos: Learn recipes, tips and techniques from today’s brightest culinary stars including Chef David Linville of The Shore Restaurant and Lounge.
Meet them up close and personal in the SNYDER DIAMOND/SUB-ZERO/WOLF KITCHEN. Chefs Andy Brooks (Brooks), Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook (Two Food Dudes and Animal), Top Chef Season 2 contestant Betty Fraser, Neal Fraser (Grace), Top Chef Season 3 contestant Chris “CJ” Jacobson, David Linville (The Shore), Larry Nicola (Nic’s Beverly Hills), Makoto Okuwa (Iron Chef and Sashi), Nancy Silverton (Mozza), Kerry Simon (Simon LA), Tommy Tang (Let’s Get Cooking) and more.
Conversations: Listen and join in on conversations with the experts about cheese and wine pairing,
selecting the perfect beers and wines, cuisine trends, and more, featuring Eric Greenspan, The Foundry on Melrose with Kit Rachlis, Editor in Chief, Los Angeles magazine (and author of an upcoming book on artisanal cheeses); Joe Moller (President of Joe Moller Events) with Jess Cabo (Hell’s Kitchen and private chef); Christina Perozzi, Beer sommelier, consultant and writer; Alex Weil, international wine sommelier for Mozza and more.
Restaurant samplings: Sample cuisine from 15+ of L.A.’s best restaurants including The Shore Restaurant and Lounge, Café Rodeo at Luxe Hotel, Chaya, Dakota Steakhouse, The Foundry on Melrose, Four Seasons Westlake Village, Frida Restaurant, Joss, La Cachette, La Provence Patisserie, Luxe Hotel Sunset Blvd, Saddle Peak Lodge, Tra de Noi, Paperfish and more.
Wine tastings: Enjoy vintages from 337 Cellars, Gnarly Head Cellars, HammerSky Vineyards, Irony Napa Valley, Kenwood Vineyards, Lake Sonoma Winery, Loredona, Peju Province Winery, Raymond Vineyards, Saddlerock, Semler, Valley of the Moon Winery, Vina Robles and more.
Beer samplings: Sapporo and Stella Artois
Coffee Bar by DASILVA and Gelato Bar by Gail Silverton & Joel Gutman
Host: Cher Calvin, KTLA 5 the CW & Merrill Shindler (who I actually also know from years ago. Too fun.)
Entertainment: D.J. Richard Blade
Culinary Travel: Get the inside scoop on travel to Puebla, Mexico’s hottest culinary destination
Kitchen trends: See the latest trends for outfitting your home kitchen from SNYDER DIAMOND.
Specializing in kitchens for 50 years, the company features Sub-Zero and Wolf
Silent auction: Dinners and other great items to bid on, organized by and benefiting Concern Foundation
Don’t forget: Live entertainment, prizes, and opportunity drawings
Schedule subject to change without notice
Grand Cru Sponsors: Puebla, Snyder Diamond, Sub-Zero/Wolf
Vintage Sponsors: DaSilva, FIJI Water, Sapporo, Stella Artois (my favorite beer and I don't even like beer!)
Partners: G & G Design, Gelson’s, The Grove, KTLA 5 the CW, Malibu Family Wines, Tres LA
Catering, Wine Institute
Beneficiaries: Los Angeles Regional Foodbank & Concern Foundation
Hope you will consider joining us. Hurry, tickets going fast. Here's the link again to make it easy for you to buy: www.lamag.com/thefoodevent
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