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Charlie Wilson: A Champion for Life on the Stage and Off
When diagnosed with prostate cancer in September 2008, Charlie Wilson knew it was time to inform others about the disease that claims the lives of thousands each year.
Maria C. Hunt aka "The Bubbly Girl", is an award-winning food and drink writer and lifestyle expert based in San Diego. She is a Certified Wine Professional with the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone and has passed her introductory exam with the Court of Master Sommeliers. She is the Main Dish Editor of San Diego Magazine; founding food editor for San Diego News Network; and Wine Editor for Cuisine Noir Mag.com. Previously, Maria spent 12 years as the food writer and restaurant critic at the San Diego Union-Tribune. Because she believes champagne and sparkling wine shouldn't be saved for special occasions, Maria wrote The Bubbly Bar: Champagne and Sparkling Wine Cocktails for Every Occasion, (Clarkson Potter/Publishers, $16.99). Her web site is www.thebubblygirl.com
Website URL: http://www.thebubblygirl.com
Truly coming into her own, Mo'Nique's rise to the top has been a journey that has now come full circle. With an Oscar and several other awards to her name, a successful talk show and a brand new tour, she is showing the world that self-love conquers all.
With a culinary career that extents across many continents, Chef Marcus Samuelsson is celebrated as one of the greatest chefs in America. His emphasis on creating meals that are infused with ingredients and flavors from diverse cultures has inspired others to embrace their own culinary identity.
Blending smooth sounds on his latest CD, jazz trumpeter Arturo Sandoval’s affinity for Spanish wines offers another pleasure in life.
More couples are putting their personal “brand” on their weddings which extends down to their favorite celebration drinks.
Even in an era of affordable luxury, there is something appealing about going back to the basics for Valentine’s Day.