Rita Moreno was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2014 SAG Awards tonight. Originally described as a "Spanish Elizabeth Taylor" she changed her name from Rosita Delores Alverio. Originally from Puerto Rico, she is the only Hispanic to win an Emmy, Tony, Grammy and Oscar award. Now, 82 years young, her career is truly legendary. For further details, please visit Rita … [Read more...] about Rita Moreno Honored at the 2014 SAG – AFTRA Awards
Warm up your winter with a splash of color
Winter can be difficult time of year, especially for those of us who prefer warmer climates. Decorating your home with light and color can provide an ambiance upgrade and add some post-holiday cheer. A bright red jug, colorful Zapotec rugs, even colorful fruits placed atop a table can alter the way a room feels. Never underestimate the importance of good lighting. Rearrange your … [Read more...] about Warm up your winter with a splash of color
Wolf of Wall Street and American Culture
When Leonardo DiCaprio won his second Golden Globe for best actor in the film the Wolf of Wall Street, he said it "put the very fabric of our culture" up on screen. I cringed when I heard this. The Wolf of Wall Street is a great film but why do people really go to see it? Is it because they have an interest in the world of finance? Or because of all the wild scenes depicting the … [Read more...] about Wolf of Wall Street and American Culture
Mole!
It's winter and mole can certainly warm you up. One of my personal favorites is the prepared mole from Mayordomo from Oaxaca Mexico. Mole comes in several varieties, the most common are yellow (amarillo), black (negro) and red (rojo). Oaxaca Mexico is called the land of seven moles --colorado, verde, coloradito, and mancha manteles are the other four types. Mole is found throughout … [Read more...] about Mole!
NYE Parties in New York City
Where were the best places to party for New Years in NYC? The votes are in. The top venues included (but not limited to): 1. The Diamond Horseshoe at the Paramount Hotel. The newly opened Diamond Horseshoe is definitely a place to see and be seen. The space itself is super cool, the bartenders are cute and the ambiance unique. The only drawback? No view of the ball. 2. The hotels … [Read more...] about NYE Parties in New York City