White House Pastries, Richard's Bangs Adventures, Chinese Cooking, Extraordinary Vacations, Globus Travel

This Week on
Americas Dining and Travel Guide
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Live on Business Talk Radio Network
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3:00 PM EST
Richard Bangs, author of Adventures with a Purpose and Quest for KAITIAKITANGA. Richard Bangs has often been called the father of modern adventure travel, and the pioneer in travel that makes a difference-travel with a purpose. Running wild rivers such as the crocodile-infested Tekaze in Ethiopia, he lives for adrenaline, side stepping death around every bend. Richards makes a fascinating interview, not to be missed.



3:40 PM
Shawn Tubman, Chief Marketing Officer of Extraordinary Vacations Group. We will discuss Shawn's experience working on cruise ships, his favorite destinations, and answer what expectations might you have taking an escorted tour. With all the economic concerns, are cruises and tours still good values?

4:00 PM EST
Naomi Duguid, author of Beyond the Great Wall: Recipes and Travel in the Other China. Magnificent photos and unforgettable stories--when it comes to food and cooking, China is a remarkable place!

4:20 PM
Jacques Haeringer and Roland Mesnier former White House Pastry Chef for 25 years, author of Dessert University, All the Presidents Pastries, and his new book: Basic to Beautiful Cakes.

4:40 PM

Jennifer Halboth, Director of Marketing for Globus Family Brands, discussing river cruising and more. My wife Jean and I are cruising on Avalon Waterways "Tapestry," Sept. 27-Oct. 12th. This cruise is 16 days from Amsterdam to Basel, returning from Zurich, Switzerland. Please call your travel agent for details and join us!! I will lecture on the wines, foods and culture of the region.

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This week on
The World A La Carte
A free travel and dining podcast: download, stream, or subscribe at the iTunes store or at Talkshoe.com

Episode #57: An interview with Rob Sangster, author of the Traveler's Toolkit series, most recently featuring Mexico and Central America. This episode features his insights gathered from travels in over 100 countries on seven continents.

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Recipe of the Week

Silk Road Tomato-Bell Pepper Salad

1 medium-large bell pepper, yellow or orange

2 medium size ripe tomatoes

1/4 cup coriander

mint or dill

salt, fresh ground pepper

Remove seeds from pepper, cut lenghtwise and then into 1 inch chunks. Place tomatoes and peppers in a bowl, toss, add herbs, toss again, and add 2 tablespoons of yogurt, mix well.

Bon Appetit-
Pierre

Recipes from Colorado, New England Soup, Southern cooking, Recipes for Success

This Week on

Americas Dining and Travel Guide

Sunday, June 22, 2008

Live on Business Talk Radio Network

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3:00 PM EST
Linda and Steve Bauer are the authors of Recipes from Historic Colorado. Some of the best cuisine in Colorado can be enjoyed at diverse historic locals, including classic diners, dude ranches, old hotels and even former filling stations. Linda Bauer is a prolific cookbook author and has appeared on many national TV shows. Steve Bauer, is retired from the U.S. Army and has served as military aide to five presidents. Both are extremely well traveled.

3:40 PM EST

Marjorie Druker, author of New England Soup Factory Cookbook. ----inspired simply by a love and desire to feed customers the way they feed their family. Marjorie and her husband Paul Brophy have a passion for soup making, including chicken soup-- still the best medicine ??

4:00 PM EST

Jacques Haeringer and Paul Rosenberg will describe the Recipes for Success program . Jacques will mention the To Your Health program, Paul will introduce the Recipes for Success, and both will describe Panama City.

4:20 PM EST

Author Martha Hall Foose joins us with her new book Screen Doors and Sweet Tea: Recipes and Tales from a Southern Cook. The book passes down Southern classics and contemporary riffs on deep South staples.

Recipe of the Week
Shrimp Boats -- Pirogue Pistolles

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup chili sauce

1/4 cup chopped onions

1/4 cup chopped celery

1/2 tsp. minced garlic

1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp

1/4 cup white wine

chopped parsley

2 green onions: white and green, finely chopped

6 crusty French rolls, split down center of the tops, toasted.

In a large skillet melt butter, add chili sauce, onions and celery. Cook till vegetables are tender, 3-5 minutes. Add the shrimp and wine, cook until shrimp turn slightly pink, about 4 minutes. Stir in parsley and green onions. Spoon over toasted rolls. This dish is similar to an Etouffee-smothered shrimp.

Bon Appetit-

Pierre

Fodor's USA Travel, Chocolate Epiphany, Singles Travel, The Salad Man, Waldorf Salad

This Week on
Americas Dining and Travel Guide
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Live on Business Talk Radio Network
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3:00 PM EST

Fodor's Essential USA, a brand -new guide to traversing the US--despite the high cost of fuel-- avoiding the hassles brought by Airline bankruptcies, checking luggage and more. My guest, editor Michael Nalepa, is an authority on best domestic travel destinations. Nalepa also picks best cities for foodies, history buffs, and top road trips along America's most iconic roads.



3:40 PM EST
Singles Travel Expert, Tammy Weiler, has more than 30 years of travel experience, and she truly understands the frustrations of traveling alone. She may also offer tips as to how to beat single supplements, and 10 ways to travel safely as a single traveler. Tammy is the founder of Singles Travel International.

4:00 PM EST
We sweeten things up by inviting Francois Payard with his new book: Chocolate Epiphany. Exceptional Cookies, Cakes and Confections for everyone. Francois Payard is a third generation French pastry chef and James Beard Award winner. Payard owns Payard Patisserie & Bistro in NewYork City, Las Vegas, Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo and Yokohama.

4:20 PM EST

Pierre invites you to join his wife Jean and himself on a river cruise on Avalon River Cruises from Amsterdam to Basel, on the Rhine and Moselle rivers.

4:40 PM EST
Wiley Mullins, the Salad Man, will inspire you with 150 simple recepies that you will love, including Fried Green Tomato Salad, Squash Salad with Salmon Teriyaki, and a lot more. His book is Salad Makes the Meal.

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This week on

The World A La Carte

A free travel and dining podcast: download, stream, or subscribe at the iTunes store or at Talkshoe.com

Episode #56: An interview with the Executive Chef of the Regatta ship of Oceania Cruise Lines http://www.oceaniacruises.com/.

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Recipe of the week:

Waldorf Salad

4 Apples, such as Granny Smith, Gala, or Empire, well washed

Juice of one lemon

1 cup chopped celery

1 cup toasted pecans

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 plain yogurt

1Tsp honey

Here is the classic Waldorf Salad from the Hotel Waldorf-Astoria in New York City. Peel and core the apples and chop into small pieces. Place apples into mixing bowl, sprinkle with the lemon juice, add celery, pecans and cranberries, stir together with yogurt and honey. Taste, and serve on a lettuce cup.

Bon Appetit!
Pierre