John Mariani, the Virtual Gourmet: Desserts Anyone?

World traveler and internationally known Food & Travel Writer, John Mariani talks about DESSERTS around the world — including the history and cultural differences such as Iced desserts like sorbet and gelato to baked desserts and how the availability of local sources of sugar effects the nature of regional flavors and desserts. It’s a mouth-watering … Read more

Are Phones Stealing Our Memory?

Let’s face it, our mini computers called phones can do so much for us we’ve stopped doing it for ourselves–including remembering important phone numbers! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also called “Embrace The Boom” directly from the publisher at www.WebsterFalls.com … Read more

“Christmas TV Memories” Author Herbie J Pilato Talks About His Book

Author Herbie J Pilato shares with Celebrating Act 2 details of his Nostalgic dive into the wonderful Christmas SPECIALS which made Television into the American holiday pastime. From Variety specials to everyone’s favorite Animated Yuletide story to unique celebrations by your favorite Sit-com cast and much much more, the book is filled with great stories … Read more

The Virtual Gourmet, on PASTA!

John Mariani, world-wide expert Food and Travel writer, recounts highlights from a recent article in his free newsletter, The Virtual Gourmet about PASTA! Starting with the basics and going into gourmet details both in US and Italy, John explains the differences between various styles of noodles as well as cooking styles and sauces. For more … Read more

Movie Lover’s Secret Resource: IMDB

Bill Jordan loves Movies –and likes to know the locations, actors, filmmakers and more! He shares his secret resource for movie information – The Internet Movie Data Base aka IMDB.com, except, for Art and John it’s no surprise! For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order … Read more

Travel Update on Italy: Avoid The Big Cities!

Travel and Food writer, John Mariani reports on his Fall 2024 trip to Italy and has important recommendations including be sure to get an International Drivers License and avoid the big cities! Listen to his wonderful adventure going off the beaten path! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio … Read more

The Good & Bad of COSTCO

Yes, you can save money shopping at COSTCO but is there a downside? Well, that depends… For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also called “Embrace The Boom” directly from the publisher at www.WebsterFalls.com or from Amazon or any good book-seller. Also, … Read more

What’s an ‘Aperitif’ and Does Anyone Drink Them Anymore?

Aperitif, Cordial, Cocktail, Highball — What’s the difference and does anyone care anymore? John Mariani, food and travel writer and author of over a dozen books explains just why we choose a drink as an “Aperitif” or a “Cordial”. It’s an interesting and informative look at the libations and why we drink them.   For more … Read more

Are You Finding Hairs in New Places?

As we age we find little hairs growing in new places –often to our chagrin! Bill Jordan discusses the pros and cons of these little age hairs….see if you agree. For more on Bill Jordan and Embrace The Boom go to www.BillJordanEmbraceTheBoom.com Also be sure to Order Bill’s new book, Also called “Embrace The Boom” … Read more