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Art Institute Chicago Announces Annual Benefit, NIGHT HEIST, Today

The Art Institute of Chicago is pleased to announce the Evening Associates' annual benefit, 'Night Heist,' will take place on Today, June 24, 2016 . With this popular event, now in its sixth year, the Evening Associates Board is focused more than ever on expanding their philanthropy while engaging Chicago's young professional demographic. Longtime Evening Associates Board members and 2016 Night Heist co-chairs Kristin Culbertson, John Reid, and Brandon Clark have focused on 'building upon the success of Night Heist in part by continuing to set records, but also by trying some new elements to keep the event relevant and exciting for those who are already aware of the Art Institute's charms,' shares Clark.

Wines from Spain Presents the Best in Modern and Classic Varietals at the 34th Food & Wine Classic in Aspen

Wines from Spain, the trade association responsible for the promotion of Spanish wines around the world, is proud to announce that it will participate in the 2016 Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. For its 24th year in Aspen, Wines from Spain - the only country with its own, exclusive tent - has partnered with the Tourist Office of Spain to showcase the diversity of Spanish wines through seminars and tastings.

Tony Nominee Brian Murray to Star in SIMON SAYS at Lynn Redgrave Theater

?Three-time Tony Award nominee and Theater Hall of Fame inductee Brian Murray stars in the thriller, SIMON SAYS, a new play by Mat Schaffer, which will have its New York premiere at The Culture Project's Lynn Redgrave Theater (45 Bleecker Street) where it opens on Saturday, July 9th. Directed by Myriam Cyr,  SIMON SAYS will begin previews on Wednesday, July 6th and will play a limited engagement through Saturday, July 30th. Tickets are $20 for previews and $30 for all other performances.  Premium seating is available at $65.  For tickets visit: www.cultureproject.org  or call 866-811-4111.   

Blue Plate' Introduces Category First: Mayonnaise Made with Greek Yogurt

Blue Plate Mayonnaise, one of the country's oldest and most beloved condiment brands, is shaking up the mayonnaise aisle with the industry's first mayonnaise made with Greek yogurt. Blue Plate Light Mayonnaise with Greek Yogurt (Blue Plate Light Greek) features creamy, tangy Greek yogurt for a full-flavored light mayonnaise with half the fat and calories of traditional mayonnaise, plus one gram of protein per serving. The new Blue Plate Light Greek is in stores now, available in a 30-ounce jar and a 12-ounce squeeze bottle.

Art Institute Chicago Announces Annual Benefit, NIGHT HEIST, 6/24

The Art Institute of Chicago is pleased to announce the Evening Associates' annual benefit, 'Night Heist,' will take place on Friday, June 24, 2016 . With this popular event, now in its sixth year, the Evening Associates Board is focused more than ever on expanding their philanthropy while engaging Chicago's young professional demographic. Longtime Evening Associates Board members and 2016 Night Heist co-chairs Kristin Culbertson, John Reid, and Brandon Clark have focused on 'building upon the success of Night Heist in part by continuing to set records, but also by trying some new elements to keep the event relevant and exciting for those who are already aware of the Art Institute's charms,' shares Clark.

Alton Brown Brings 'EAT YOUR SCIENCE' Tour to San Jose Tonight

Television personality, author and Food Network star Alton Brown, who created a new form of live entertainment with his first live culinary variety show -- today announced details for the all-new ALTON BROWN LIVE: EAT YOUR SCIENCE (www.altonbrownlive.com) tour. Beginning in April 2016, the new live show will visit 40 U.S. cities, including San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts tonight, May 18, 2016.

BAREFOOT CONTESSA's Ina Garten to Appear at Mesa Arts Center This Fall

Ina Garten, one of the country's most beloved culinary icons, author of nine New York Times bestselling cookbooks and host of the popular Emmy and James Beard Award-winning BAREFOOT CONTESSA BACK TO BASICS show on Food Network, is coming to Mesa Arts Center, on Tuesday, November 15 at 7:30 p.m.

BlueStar All-Star Chef Alon Shaya Named Winner of 2016 James Beard Award

BlueStar is excited to announce its All-Star Chef Alon Shaya has won a prestigious James Beard award in the 2016 Best New Restaurant category for Shaya in New Orleans. The award winners were announced at the James Beard Awards Gala at Lyric Opera of Chicago on May 2nd.

BWW Preview: ZAHAV: A WORLD OF ISRAELI COOKING Event at Brooklyn Museum on 5/12

On Thursday, May 12 Michael Solomonov, Philly's James Beard Award-Winner, Best Chef Mid-Atlantic and owner of the highly acclaimed Zahav, will partner with Michelin-starred chef, Saul Bolton to produce an intriguing tasting of modern Israeli cuisine rooted in recipes from Solomonov's critically lauded book, 'Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking' that just named Book of the Year at the April 25th James Beard Awards.

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association Announces 2016 Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine Concepts

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announced yesterday details of the dynamic new offerings from Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine for the 2016 summer season. Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine developed with the LA Phil, local restaurateurs James Beard Award-winning chef Suzanne Goin and business partner Caroline Styne of The Lucques Group, and Sodexo Sports & Leisure will offer patrons a broad range of enticing new culinary experiences. The vision is brought to life by Goin and Styne, whose restaurants, Lucques, a.o.c., Tavern and the Larder, have defined Los Angeles culinary tastes since 1998. Executive Chef Jeff Rogers will execute Goin's creative concepts and continue to push the boundaries for this quintessential music and dining experience in Los Angeles over the next ten years.

The James Beard Foundation Unveils New JBF National Scholars Program as Part of 2016 Scholarship Opportunities

In recognition of the increased interest in all types of careers now available in the culinary arts, the James Beard Foundation (JBF) announced today that it is adding a new program to its existing JBF Scholarship Program. The new JBF National Scholars Program will award scholarships to 10 candidates from across the U.S. who aspire to leadership roles in food science, food studies, and business, as well as the culinary arts and hospitality.

Conrad Hotels & Resorts ernennt Peter Jon Lindberg zum Director of Inspiration

Durch die erfolgreiche Markeninitiative Stay Inspired, die im Oktober 2015 gestartet wurde, werden Teammitglieder zu begeisternden Erzahlern fur ihre Zielgebiete geschult und befahigt, die den Gasten Insider-Wissen und gefuhrte Erlebnisse anbieten, die sie nicht im Reisefuhrer finden. Lindberg wird eine wichtige Rolle dabei spielen, zusammen mit lokalen Concierge-Teams die Sammlung der maßgeschneiderten 1-, 3- und 5-Stunden-Routen von Conrad zu betreuen, die Gaste dazu inspirieren sollen, die lokale Kultur, Kunst und Gastronomie zu entdecken sowie an Unternehmungen in den weltweit 24 Anlagen der Marke teilzunehmen.

Conrad Hotels & Resorts nomeia Peter Jon Lindberg como Diretor de Inspiração

A iniciativa bem-sucedida Stay Inspired da marca, que foi lancada em outubro de 2015, treina e capacita os membros da equipe para que sejam avidos contadores de historias para os seus destinos, oferecendo aos hospedes conhecimento privilegiado e experiencias pouco exploradas, não encontradas nas paginas de um guia. Lindberg desempenhara um papel fundamental ao trabalhar com equipes de concierges no local para o conjunto organizado de experiencias dos itinerarios anunciados de 1, 3 e 5 horas, que inspiram os hospedes a procurar a cultura, arte e comidas locais e aventuras em cada uma das 24 propriedades da marca no mundo inteiro.

Conrad Hotels & Resorts Appoints Peter Jon Lindberg as Director of Inspiration

The successful Stay Inspired brand initiative, which launched in October 2015, trains and empowers Team Members to be avid storytellers for their destinations, offering guests insider know-how and under-the-radar experiences not found in the pages of a guidebook. Lindberg will play an integral role in working with onsite concierge teams to curate Conrad's collection of bespoke 1, 3, and 5 hour itineraries that inspire guests to seek out local culture, art, food, and adventure at each of the brand's 24 properties around the globe.

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