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Joe Wehinger (nicknamed Joe Winger) has written for over 20 years about the business of lifestyle and entertainment. Joe is an entertainment producer, media entrepreneur, public speaker, and C-level consultant who owns businesses in entertainment, lifestyle, tourism and publishing. He is an award-winning filmmaker, published author, member of the Directors Guild of America, International Food Travel Wine Authors Association, WSET Level 2 Wine student, WSET Level 2 Cocktail student, member of the LA Wine Writers. Email to: Joe@FlavRReport.com
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NYC Vegetarian Food Fest May 21-22 set to Debut Delicious Dishes

By Joe Wehinger — 3 years ago

NYC Vegetarian Food Fest May 21-22 set to Debut Delicious Dishes at Metropolitan Pavilion

The 10th annual NYC Vegetarian Food Fest includes plant-based food and products, speakers, chef cooking demonstrations, mind/body/fitness classes, kids activities & much more. 

Who is NYC Vegetarian Food Fest for?

People who love to eat and who love to learn more about what they’re eating.  Secondly, people who want to find some ways to bring vegetarianism into their life.

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See, that’s what we’ll learn about (while we’re eating).  Vegetarianism isn’t just what we eat.  It’s how we live, cook, recycle, even travel.  There’s many ways to practice it and this weekend we’re gonna learn more about it.

I love steak and BBQ, is this really for me? 

 

If you walk in looking for tasty food, this is for you.  Simple as that.  If you’re looking to find something that tastes and feels just like steak, maybe the better question is… are your tastebuds adventurous enough to try something new?  

 

There will be world-class chefs at the event cooking for you, answering questions and ready to explode your mind and your mouth.

So, open wide and enjoy!

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Saturday’s NYC Vegetarian Food Fest Events

Shair Gorgiiss is a singer, actress, and entertainer. She’s sung with illustrious musicians such as Chas West (Bonham), Patti Rothberg, and fronted all-female bands like Van Helen and The Heavy Metal Video Darlings. She’s also MC’d the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival for many years.

12-12:45 –Doctors Who Heal With Plants

Wendy Sax (PPMNY Board Member – Moderator); Michelle Loy (Pediatrician/Weill Cornell Medicine); Saray Stancic (PCRM); Shivam Joshi (Nephrologist/Bellevue Plant-Based Lifestyle Medicine Program)

1-1:45 –The Changing Landscape of Restaurants

Diana Edelman; Sarah Ellen; Yesenia Ramdass & Chef Guy Vaknin

1:50-2:20 – Sustainable and Healthy Homes

John Oppermann Esq. (Executive Director of Earth Day Initiative)

3-3:45 – Building Resilience Among Black Women through Plant-Based Nutrition

Chef Rebecca Johnson, Founder of The Plant Rich Life and PPMNY Culinary Organizer (Moderator); Aisha Smith (NP) & Genny Mack (Nutritionist)

3:45-4 –Escape Artists: The Tale of Mike, Mike Jr. and Freddie

Directed by Nancy Siesel

A short documentary about two cows that escape slaughter and the Harley riding truck driver turned vegan advocate who rescues them.

4-4:45 – EATING PLANTS Episode 1. AMERICA

Host: Katie Cleary; Cast: Will Schafer, Cris Sanchez, Dr Neal Barnard, Amy Jean Davis, Shaun Monson, Ravi DeRossi, Eric Adams, Eric Brent, Miyoko Schinner, Miles Woodruff, Daphne Jade Cheng

5-5:45 – Let’s Talk Cannabis…

From THC to CBD, Terpenes, Industrial Hemp and more.. learn from industry experts… get answers to your questions about this amazing plant… – Doc Rob (Moderator); Lev Kelman; Sephida Artis-Mills & umi

And there’s more!

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Mind/Body Zone

Take some time out of the day and visit the Mind/Body Zone to get your mind and body centered by participating in Yoga, Meditation, and Wellness Activities throughout the weekend from The Noble Touch, Stretch Zone, wellnessDAO and more!

Kumquat Kids Area presented by Coalition for Healthy School Food

Families with children, be sure to visit our Kumquat Kids Area for fun arts and crafts, animal yoga, playacting, and more!

The Food World is Big.  NYC Vegetarian Food Fest opens the door for you.

In over a decade of eating my way through food fests, I’m always shocked by how many more bites there are to discover.  New cuisines.  New cultures.  This year’s NYC Vegetarian Food Fest promises to deliver on big flavor.

Hint:  There’s a lot of food out there.  And you probably haven’t tried it all.  So, come over and discover some new tastes.   Your mouth and your belly are going to thank you.  

I’m already a pretty serious Vegetarian.  Is this more beginner stuff?

I bet you’re joking, but I’ll answer anyway.  Nah.  At this year’s NYC Vegetarian Food Fest, chefs, doctors, foodie authorities are premiering new books, new recipes, new kitchen tools.  It’s gonna be amazing.

Will it be a Fun Show?

One of NY’s premier event producers, Nira Paliwoda, co-founded and produces the fest.  So, yeah. It’s gonna be amazing.  A few years ago, there was a party in the admission line itself.   Paliwoda knows how to host a good time and keep her friends entertained.

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​​This weekend May 21-22, the 10th annual event includes plant-based food and products, speakers, chef cooking demonstrations, mind/body/fitness classes, kids activities & much more. 

The 2-day festival will be a showcase of 100% vegan innovation, with revolutionary plant-based food, products and fun for kids and adults alike.

For more info: https://www.nycvegfoodfest.com/

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Taste History and Enjoy Finger Lakes Most Delicious Wineries

By Joe Wehinger — 3 years ago

Most Delicious Finger Laker Wineries

If you enjoy wine – especially white wine – a visit to the Finger Lakes should be your next trip.

The region, which includes 11 lakes in New York, makes a great escape from New York City and other Mid-Atlantic and New England areas for a weekend or more – the Finger Lakes is also a great cross-country flight.

The Finger Lakes is also an especially popular destination for romantic getaways and girls trips like bachelorette parties.

The best Finger Lakes for wineries

Look for wineries on Canandaigua, Keuka, Seneca and Cayuga lakes.

The heart of Finger Lakes wine country, these lakes each have a designated wine trail – though new growth and wine tasting rooms are popping up elsewhere in the region too.

Boundary Breaks

Grapes will grow almost anywhere. But to make the finest wines, you need to choose the grape varieties that are suited to the climate of the region and to your vineyard location.

In the cool climate of the Finger Lakes, the best place to grow grapes is close to the lake. And the deeper the lake, the better.

Seneca Lake is the deepest of the eleven Finger Lakes in Central New York. Even though winter temperatures can fall below zero, Seneca Lake rarely freezes over.

Cool-climate varieties include Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Cabernet Franc.

At Boundary Breaks, they grow each of these varieties and produce wines that express the full range styles that are possible from such classic grapes.

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Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery

Dr. Konstantin Frank ignited the “Vinifera Revolution” a movement that forever changed the course of wine growing in the Finger Lakes and the United States.

Dr. Frank’s vision, knowledge and determination are credited with elevating the New York wine industry from a state of happy mediocrity to a level that today commands world attention.

Their philosophy is to maintain the legacy built by our founder by continuously producing the highest quality wines from our vinifera vines.

Varieties such as Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and most recently, Gruner Veltliner are prized and beloved at our winery.

Our pioneering spirit pushes us to build upon our traditional foundation constantly innovating our methods.

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O-Neh-Da and Eagle Crest Vineyards

Hemlock Lake is home to O-Neh-Da and Eagle Crest Vineyards.

Nature inspires their wine making today.

They honor each unique cool-climate harvest, producing unadulterated local wines at a fair price. Amidst 6,684 acres of State Forest Land, come find their vineyard and winery, home to New York State’s oldest Bald Eagle nests.

A spirit of good stewardship informs their vineyard practices and packaging choices today. Eagle Crest wines are perfectly preserved and packaged in recycled glass, with soy-based inks and resealable Stelvin® closures.

They hope their wines bring Joy to your daily life and increasing discernment and appreciation for Balance and Beauty.

Varietals include chardonnay, riesling, red blends and more!

Element Winery at F.L.X. Provisions

Made by Christopher Bates—Winemaker, Master Sommelier & Executive Chef

Element Winery is a small production winery founded in 2009 with a mission to create high quality wines that are distinctively Finger Lakes.

With over 25 years of experience in the wine and hospitality industry, Master Sommelier and restauranteur, Christopher Bates is pushing the limits of expectations and expanding the definition of what is possible in the Finger Lakes.

Working with grapes from different soils, sites, and growers, Element aims to create world-class wines that are wholly representative of the extreme climate and terroir.

In addition to producing white wines, Element is focused on producing red wines that have the potential to redefine the Finger Lakes region.

Fox Run Vineyards

Long before the hundreds of travelers, wine-tasters, and oenophiles graced the tables and tasting bars of Fox Run, it was cows that explored the property.

Fox Run was a dairy farm for more than a century.

It wasn’t until 1984 that the first grapes were planted. Fox Run founders, Larry and Adele Wildrick, transformed the Civil War-era dairy barn into a winemaking facility in 1990.

In 1994, Scott Osborn and his first business partner, Andy Hale, purchased the winery from the Wildricks. Now with 50 acres of east-facing vineyards on glacial soils, the winery produces a remarkable range of limited-production, estate wines.

Since those early days, Scott has been working closely with winemaker Peter Bell.

Peter brings a science-based, rationalist approach to winemaking. His team aims to achieve full creative expression within each variety of grape, giving Fox Run an abundance of delicious and refreshing wines.

This wouldn’t be possible without the prowess of Vineyard Manager, John Kaiser, who has worked the land at Fox Run since the first grapes were planted in 1984.

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NYC Parks Kicks Of 2022 Outdoor Pool Season at Hamilton Fish Pool

By Joe Wehinger — 3 years ago

NYC Parks Kicks Of 2022 Outdoor Pool Season at Hamilton Fish Pool

NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue today joined Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, Assembly Member Harvey Epstein, Senator Brian Kavanagh, Council Member Carlina Rivera, and local kids and community members to celebrate the start of the outdoor pool season at Hamilton Fish Pool on the Lower East Side. After remarks, Commissioner Donoghue jumped in with kids to celebrate the first splash of the summer. The season kickoff celebration featured music, refreshments, games, and giveaways.

“Summer is here which means our pools and beaches are open to enjoy,”

said New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

“I encourage New Yorkers to take advantage of the city’s public pools to stay cool, get some exercise, and have fun.”

“It’s time to make a splash: New York City’s outdoor pools are open for the season!” said Commissioner Donoghue.

“Our pools are popular summer destinations for so many New Yorkers, and we’re happy to provide these free places to have fun, cool off on hot days, and get some exercise.”

NYC Parks’ outdoor pools will open beginning Tuesday, June 28 through Sunday, September 11.

Daily hours are 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Operations will be adjusted as needed based on daily lifeguard coverage to keep swimmers safe.

 

NYC Parks has once again installed sunscreen dispensers to provide free SPF 30 sun protection at outdoor pools and beaches. Parks will also again partner with the Department of Education to offer free lunches at sites across the city. Meals are available to any New Yorker 18 and under, and no identification or registration is required.

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“Now that New York City’s public pools are open, it’s officially summer in NYC!” said Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine.

“Our public pools have served as cornerstones of inclusion and equity in our city for decades and, under the leadership of Commissioner Donoghue and the NYC Parks team, New Yorkers in every corner of this city again have a place to go to have fun, cool off, and stay healthy during the hot summer months. Jump in!”

“The summer is a special time for families, especially when our pools get up and running. I’m thrilled that my constituents will continue to use the great Hamilton Fish pool and all of the pools in my district,” said Assembly Member Harvey Epstein.

NYC Parks operates 53 outdoor pools throughout the five boroughs. Two pools will be closed this season due to active reconstruction projects: Tony Dapolito Pool and Harlem Meer Center (formerly Lasker Pool) in Central Park. Visit Parks’ Outdoor Pools page for more information, and check out the Cool It! NYC map for cooling features in every neighborhood – including pools, spray showers, drinking fountains, and more.

 

In 2018, Parks launched the Cool Pools NYC initiative, which has upgraded 16 pools across the five boroughs with bright new paint palettes, summer-themed wall art, lounge chairs, and more. Cool Pools has made pools more fun, relaxing, and welcoming, giving New Yorkers the chance to experience an old neighborhood amenity in a new way.

 

Face coverings are not required to enter pool facilities, but their use will be encouraged inside bathrooms and locker rooms.

Celebrate the Second Annual #WomeninWine Day March 25 with Sonoma County's Papapietro Perry Winery
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Celebrate the Second Annual #WomeninWine Day March 25 with Sonoma County’s Papapietro Perry Winery

By Joe Wehinger — 3 years ago

Celebrate the Second Annual #WomeninWine Day March 25 with Sonoma County’s Papapietro Perry Winery

The social initiative, founded by Sonoma County winery, tells stories of women shaping the wine industry.

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The second annual National Women in Wine Day, a social initiative founded by a California winery that was co-created, and is co-owned, by two women, will take place on Friday, March 25, 2022.

Following the success of the inaugural event last year, and inspired by International Women’s History Month which takes place annually in March, National Women in Wine Day celebrates women in wine.

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The mission of #WomeninWineDay, is to support women in wine, while also providing empowerment and resources for those seeking to enter the business.

National Women in Wine Day founders Renae Perry and Yolanda Papapietro are two of the owners of Papapietro Perry Winery in Sonoma County, California.

Each as been involved in the creation, production and operation of the winery for decades and have always aimed to support the careers, opportunities and contributions of women in the wine industry.

 

“We began telling the stories of women in wine last year,

as part of Women’s History Month.

Our National Women in Wine Day social initiative has grown dramatically as we continually tell the varied stories of women in wine,”

said Renae Perry.

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“Along with other participating wineries, we share a common goal of establishing a scholarship fund that benefits women within, or pursuing, education or career advancement in the wine industry,” Yolanda Papapietro added.

Papapietro Perry Winery is recognizing women in wine at WomenInWineDay.com, and welcoming suggestions of women to be honored and added to that site. Women are featured on social media platforms using hashtags #WomenInWineDay and #NationalWomenInWineDay. Individuals are encouraged to visit the National Women in Wine Day donations and scholarships page to support a worthy organization that empowers women in wine or to apply for eligible scholarships in wine education.

Papapietro Perry Winery is a boutique, family-owned winery located in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley, which specializes in making remarkable, classic Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, as well as a small selection of other varietals such as Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Rosé. Committed to quality for more than twenty years, owners Ben and Yolanda Papapietro and Renae Perry, who began making wine as a hobby in a San Francisco basement along with the late Bruce Perry in 1980, produce small lots of award-winning, critically-acclaimed wines, handmade from harvest to punch down.

For more information, to plan a visit to the winery or to purchase wine visit Papapietro-Perry.com, call (707) 433-0422 or send an email to orders@papapietro-perry.com.

 

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