December 2014 Technicolor News!



Welcome to December!

The end of the year is fast approaching and the holiday season is upon us. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hannukah, Yule, Kwanzaa or another holiday the celebration involves gathering with
others and food.

This time of year our thoughts also draws our attention to the those who are less fortunate. In November, I had the honor of being one of 1,300 volunteers that delivered meals to Food & Friends clients. I spoke with a member of the Food & Friends team  who shared that volunteer support is needed all year round, but the holiday season is most critical, because the volunteer who delivers the meal may be the only visitor the client has.

 

Highlights of topics this month include:

• A closer look at my family's favorite Brussels Sprouts recipe
• Announcement of  the chef jacket poll results
• Completing wine school
• A great tool to help with describing wines
• Participating in a cookie bake 

And a few surprises along the way!

I'm also reminded of those who are no longer with us.  The holiday season at times feels bereft with presence of my dear friend and former coworker Bob (he was the number one fan of my bourbon balls) and my maternal grandmother (she made German chocolate cakes for me until she could no longer bake). While they may no longer be present in the body, their joy and love of the holiday season is still present. 

I invite you to join me on my Technicolor journey to close  2014.Grab  your cup, mug, or thermos of your favorite beverage - let's go!


Be well,

Technicolor girl

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Have your say - voting is underway!

Below are three opportunities to have your say and let your voice be heard.

Opportunity #1
You  are invited to participate in a poll to select  which name should be embroidered on  the chef's jacket I will wear in an upcoming cooking class.  The deadline to participate in the poll  is 1 November.

photo by TEP

 Opportunity #2

photo by TEP

Ripple's mixologist, Fred,  has invited you to suggest the name for a cocktail he has created. Fred shared that some of the ingredients in the cocktail are: gin, lemon juice, lime juice, egg whites, and  angostura bitters . The rest of the ingredients are closely guarded by Fred. Share you name suggestions in the comments area on the Technicolor dining blog page or on the Technicolor Dining Facebook page. The last day to submit suggestions is November 6, 2014 Fred will choose the winning name. The person who submits the winning name will receive a $25 Ripple gift certificate from Technicolor Dining!


 

Opportunity #3 
Effective 15 October, the James Beard Foundation (JBF) began accepting entries for the 2015 James Beard Foundation Awards.  In addition, the JBF has announced several new categories that will be added to the JBF Restaurant and Chef Awards, as well as to the JBF Book, Broadcast, and Journalism Awards. Bonus: you don't have to be a James Beard member to submit a vote.  For more information, please visit jamesbeard.org/awards. 

photo by TEP

Don't delay,  participate, nominate and vote today!

Be well, 

Technicolor girl

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