Author: Maralyn D. Hill

Heat in the Desert – The 1st Annual Carefree Chili Cook-Off Boils up February 17th & 18th with LeAnne Rimes Live in Concert

MDH Note: Since I will be one of the judges, I am looking forward to this event.   Things are heating up this February in Carefree, Arizona! The first annual Carefree Chili Cook-off at the Carefree Resort & Conference Center will be coming to a boil on February 18th, 2012. ThisInternational Chili Society event boasts a juicy chili-purse of $6,000 in total prize money. Carefree, Arizona, February 12, 2012 Open to the public and fun for the whole family, the 1st Annual Carefree Chili Cook-off is not just a spectator sport. People’s Choice Chili Kits will be available for $10.00. Each kit will have ten 2oz cups that will allow visitors to judge the chef’s People’s Choice Chili Recipes. The festivities and tasting will begin at 9:00am. For those who want a little more than a taste of Chili, breakfast burritos, pastries, and light breakfast fare will be available for purchase from the Resort. Starting at noon the Resort will have three types of chili, hot dogs and other taste tempting treats available. The bar opens at 10:00am. The afternoon will be filled with the sounds of AriZona, a Country music favorite in the valley. The cook-off will be held in the north parking lot adjacent to the Carefree Opera House. In case of inclement weather the event will be moved inside.     The Carefree Chili Cook-off is an ICS (International...

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Celebrate Arizona Cocktail Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE contact: Marianne Belardi 602-790-5998 ciaomari1@hotmail.com GET YOUR DRINK ON AT ARIZONA COCKTAIL WEEK all-star lineup of national & international bar talent includes Dale DeGroff, Steve Olson, Charlotte Voisey and Angus Winchester (Scottsdale, Arizona) Tuesday, January 24, 2012:  While much of the country is blanketed in snow, the sun-drenched Grand Canyon State beckons you to warm up and partake in a week-long celebration of the cocktail: the inaugural Arizona Cocktail Week. The Hotel Valley Ho and other Metro Phoenix hotspots will host 7 days of spirited events (Sunday, February 19 to Saturday, February 25), a wide variety of opportunities for cocktail enthusiasts, aspiring mixologists, and industry veterans to learn from celebrated mixers and mingle with fellow tipplers, while sampling the best of Arizona’s burgeoning beverage industry. The retro-hip Valley Ho is the top shelf setting for days 1-3, with national and international bar stars augmenting Arizona’s home-grown talent to offer tastings, competitions, and educational seminars. Whether novice whiskey sipper or hospitality pro, Arizona Cocktail Week has options for everyone 21 and over to indulge in the excitement by attending, participating, or volunteering. Additionally, local restaurants and bars will vicariously join the party by showcasing their best shaken, stirred & smashed concoctions; the website’s “Where to Cocktail” section is updated continually as more venues sign on. Always get your drink on responsibly! www.arizonacocktailweek.com #### Maralyn D Hill Maralyn...

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Leopard Lounge Named Favorite Local Hotel Bar In Palm Beach

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 2011www.chesterfieldpb.com FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact Arnelle Kendall at Telephone: (561) 330-0850 Email: akendall@rchmail.com “COOL” LEOPARD LOUNGE NAMED FAVORITE LOCAL HOTEL BAR IN PALM BEACH When Palm Beach locals want a great place to relax, their favorite hotel bar is the Leopard Lounge in The Chesterfield Palm Beach , according to a recent poll in The Palm Beach Post .  “When it comes to local favorites,” writes Jonathan Tully about the Leopard Lounge, “the fans of our leading bar in this week’s Taking Your Pulse poll find its cultivated cool hard to match.” According to Tully, “the bar’s relaxed atmosphere and cool vibe have long made the Leopard Lounge a long-time hit.”  And so say the many voters, which included regular customers, guests and local denizens who have come to love the Leopard.“We are absolutely delighted with this accolade,” said Francine Boissonneault, General Manager of the Chesterfield Palm Beach. “Our famous Leopard Lounge is a treasure in Palm Beach and has always been one of the hottest night spots. It’s wonderful that this poll recognizes what a great favorite the Leopard Lounge is with the locals.”Beautifully decorated with its unique hand painted ceiling and leopard print carpeting, the Leopard Lounge is an elegant and enchanting yet playful venue to meet with friends, family and colleagues.  An array of entertainment is on offer at the Leopard Lounge every evening...

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Maralyn D Hill Speaking on Panel at the Los Angeles Travel + Adventure Show on Culinary Tourism

International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association Shares stage with 2012 Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show     Diamond Bar, CA (Dec. 2011) The International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) announces its participation in the January 14-15, 2012 Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show.The Travel & Adventure Show returns to the Long Beach Convention Center showcasing more than 400 exhibitors, amazing trip giveaways, cultural entertainment, renowned travel experts, show only specials, plus a new culinary stage. NEW for 2012, event goers can test their taste buds at the International Fiery Foods Challenge. The biggest show of its kind in the West, this is THE place for the serious traveler. It opens at the Convention Center on Saturday, January 14, from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Sunday, January 15, from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.   The IFWTWA is pleased to announce that it will be hosting a booth at the show as well as participating in several culinary and travel related seminars.  Ticket holders are encouraged to stop by booth #1153 to meet with IFWTWA Board Members, learn more about the organization, and  understand the benefits it provides to professional journalists. Lots of destination brochures will also be available.  Author Michael Cervin will be there promoting his newest travel book. Linda Kissam will be there with her newest travel related cookbook.   Attendees are encouraged  to stop by the following culinary seminars, featuring IFWTWA board members Michael Cervin, Maralyn Hill and Linda...

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