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Style Yourself Springtime Chic- Celebrity Hair Expert, Amoy Pitters Shares Her Insider Know-How

Having styled the locks of such A-list clients as Naomi Campbell, Donatella Versace, Maggie Rizer and Rihanna, Amoy Pitters, celebrity hairstylist and owner of Amoy Couture Hair (the new, hot salon on New York City’s prestigious Upper East Side) shares her secrets for this season’s chicest styles.



With spring in the air, this New York beauty industry veteran tells us how to infuse the season’s enchanting charm and flirty sense of fun to get your tresses spring-pretty.









Style Yourself Springtime Chic—

Celebrity Hairstylist and Beauty Expert Amoy Pitters

shares her insider know-how

Spring is in the air…it’s time for stylistas to update those cold weather looks, infusing the season’s charm and flirty sense of fun! Whether it’s a new cut, style or a way to switch up your day-to-day look without stressing your tresses, Celebrity hairstylist, Amoy Pitters, a New York beauty industry veteran that has styled the locks of such superstars as Naomi Campbell and Rihanna with an unparalleled skill set and signature styles, shares her hot tips on how to stand out this spring…







BANG, BANG!

No matter the style – ponytail, chignon, even tousled waves! – bangs always add an alluring sense of refinement with a touch of sexy edginess. Blunt bangs can fuse a sultry modern look to classic styles, while side-swept, layered bangs add a touch of romance to any look. Ready to make a statement? Try choppy bangs!





SIDE SWEPT

A touch of fairy tale pretty meets bohemian chic in this spring-perfect look— a celeb-favorite (see Kate Bosworth at near right), Amoy perfected this look during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York City (at far right). Here are Amoy’s four easy-to-do steps to re-creating the style: Start by applying the volumizing mousse from root to end to achieve texture. Working on dry hair, use a 1-2” curling iron to create soft waves throughout the crown. Next, using a comb, brush back the hair at the root, sweeping the hair to one side and creating a long braid. Continue to comb the braid back to create loose flyaway’s for a soft, renaissance look. Once you’ve applied makeup and chosen an outfit, apply the look’s final touches by spraying a light layer of holding spray to secure any loose hairs.





TRANSFORM YOUR LOOK IN SECONDS

Want an easy way to makeover your day-to-day look? Clip-on extensions will give you instant length and volume, transforming your look from safe to siren. Amoy’s upcoming line of hair products, Amoy Couture Hair – currently used exclusively at her New York City salon of the same name – is set to feature Amoy Couture Hair Clip-On Extensions that are 100% human hair, can be customized to any fit or style and instantly transform your look. Clip-On Extensions can add volume, length, even highlights! The chic hair accessory is perfect for switching up your style without coloring or cutting your hair. If you want to change the texture, a full set of extensions can help you achieve your style without chemically treating your tresses.



LESS IS MORE

When it comes to hair accessories, simpler is always chicer! Your hair is the ultimate accessory, and when healthy and full of life, there is no need for an over-the-top, oversized headband or clip— let your natural beauty shine through! Want just a touch of sparkle for an evening fête? Try a neatly adorned pin.




ABOUT AMOY PITTERS: A New York beauty industry veteran, Amoy Pitters has a passion – and natural talent – for the worlds of hair, beauty and fashion since starting her career. Mentored by industry icon, Odile Gilbert – and featured in the famed work Her Style – Amoy launched her impressive career as a sought-after hair stylist in the fashion industry, booking her career-first fashion show in Paris, styling the locks of the runway models for the Christian Dior couture collection in January 1998. There, recognizing her unique skill set, Amoy was asked by the show’s production team to style the house’s legendary designer John Galliano’s own hair for his final bow. Soon after, Galliano himself began requesting Amoy as his personal hairstylist. Fashion maven Donatella Versace was next in line, after taking notice of Galliano’s newly styled locks. From there, Amoy was in-demand worldwide, styling hair for editorials and fashion shows, and transforming the looks of supermodels, Hollywood starlets, iconic fashion designers, Grammy award-wining musicians and, of course, Amoy’s everyday clients at her modest East Village salon in New York City. Today, her impressive clientele includes Alicia Keys, Kerry Washington, Mary J. Blige, Joy Bryant, Selita Ebanks and Maggie Rizer.





Recently celebrating its opening, Celebrity Hairstylist, Amoy Pitters has opened the doors of her new salon on New York City’s prestigious Upper East Side — Amoy Couture Hair. For further information about Amoy, please visit www.amoycouturehair.com.


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LWC - The Easter Bunny Cocktail

Lisa's Weekly Coffee: The Easter Bunny Cocktail

Dear friends Easter is almost here and I'm thinking chocolate. I guess as a little girl I always looked forward to Easter knowing I would receive many Easter Bunny chocolates which I really couldn't resist, well I guess all kids think alike. As much as I'd still love to receive chocolate bunnies, instead I guessI'd prefer to enjoy a perfect Easter Cocktail : "The Easter Bunny Cocktail". This cocktail is all about chocolate cocktail with a cherrylicous twist.





Easter Bunny Cocktail source: drinkoftheweek.com

1 1/2 oz. Dark Creme de Cacao
1/2 oz. Vodka
1 tsp. Chocolate Syrup
1 tsp. Cherry Brandy

Shake creme de cacao and vodka with ice. Strain over ice in an old-fashioned glass. Top with a float of chocolate syrup and cherry brandy

HAPPY EASTER!!

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Filmmaker N.C. Heikin's Critically-Acclaimed Documentary, KIMJONGILIA

FILMMAKER N.C. HEIKIN’S

CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED

KIMJONGILIA

OPENS IN NEW YORK CITY



FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2010 AND NOW EXTENTED THROUGH APRIL 2, 2010





Kimjongilia is a haunting look at the reality inside the most secretive country in the world. Told from the perspectives of North Korean refugees who shine light on the atrocities taking place in their homeland, and juxtaposed with clips from North Korea's mass propaganda machine that has indoctrinated citizens to worship the North Korean leadership, Kimjongilia is a film that shocks, enlightens and stays with you. –Laura Ling, journalist, held captive in North Korea over five months in 2009



KIMJONGILIA, The Flower of Kim Jong Il (Lorber Films), is the first film to fully expose the humanitarian crisis of North Korea, examining the mass illusion possible under totalitarianism and the human rights abuses required to maintain that illusion.



North Korea is governed by a totalitarian regime that has controlled all information entering and leaving the country for the sixty years since the conflict with South Korea. A cult of personality surrounds its two leaders: Kim Il-Sung (“Great Leader”), and his son, Kim Jong-Il (“Dear Leader”). For Kim Jong Il’s 46th birthday, a hybrid red begonia named kimjongilia was created, symbolizing wisdom, love, justice, and peace. The film draws its title from the rarefied flower and reveals the extraordinary stories told by survivors of North Korea’s vast prison camps, devastating famine, and every kind of oppression. Filmmaker N.C. Heikin provides a historical backdrop to North Korea’s situation in her deeply moving documentary that examines why defectors fled, gives accounts of their harrowing escapes, and reveals the dangers they face in China, hunted by both Chinese and North Korean police. The refugees, who were interviewed in South Korea, where they now live, come from every walk of life, from child concentration camp inmates to an elite concert pianist. Their stories, however, all speak to repression and the breaking of body-and-soul. In essence, these humble heroes are inspiring, for despite their unimaginable suffering, they continue to hold out hope for a better future. For further information on Kimjongilia, please visit www.kimjongiliathemovie.com, or the Facebook Fan page here. For film times and tickets, please visit www.cinemavillage.com.



ABOUT N.C. HEIKIN: A student of dance and theatre at Sarah Lawrence College, N.C. Heikin began working at La Mama Experimental Theatre Club upon graduation, with Wilford Leach and Andrei Serban, among others. There, Heikin created the title role in La Mama’s renowned production, Carmilla as well as a series of interdisciplinary performance pieces, shown in New York City and at theatre festivals around the world. Her performance background is exhibited in the manner in which she has crafted this innovative documentary. In 1986, Heikin began screenwriting with commissions from Paramount and Disney and has since done movies for television and episodic work. Heikin made her film directing debut in 2004, with her prizewinning narrative short, mañana, which debuted on Indiepix in May 2008. Kimjongilia is her first documentary. It received a grant from the Sundance Institute Documentary Film Program and was invited to the Sundance Story & Edit Lab in June 2008. It premiered at Sundance 2009 and has since played in festivals around the world, including the Sarasota Film Festival, San Francisco International Film Festival, Seattle International Film Festival, Docuwest, Hamburg Film Festival, Vancouver International Film Festival, and South Korea’s Pusan International Film Festival.

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LWC - Strawberry Cocktails

Lisa's Weekly Coffee: Strawberry Cocktails

Jodi Arnold VIP Shopping Event and Benefit in LA

Jodi Arnold is coming to LA!
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About MSF: is an international medical humanitarian organization created by doctors and journalists in France in 1971.

MSF provides aid in nearly 60 countries to people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe, primarily due to armed conflict, epidemics, malnutrition, exclusion from health care, or natural disasters. The organization is committed to bringing quality medical care to people caught in crisis regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation.



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LWC - Rainy Days

Lisa's Weekly Coffee - Rainy Day Soups










When it rains the weather tends to be cold and damp meaning we tend to avoid the outdoors and we are more likely to stay home. For many, rainy days seem to be boring and at the same time a sad day but for me I find it to be the perfect day to dedicate it to a hobby or even the perfect time to cook up something special for me and my family. Like I mentioned before, when it rains it tends to be cold, therefor wouldn't we all love to have something that warms us up. So hello Soup! yes soup would be the perfect comfort food for the day.



I always like to give a twist to traditional soups and I've found three of my favorite soups with that added zing to it that I though would be perfect to share with my readers. How about the traditional Rainy Day Soup with some thick and chunky salsa or maybe the Rainy Day Potato Soup with cheddar and broccoli or for all lentil fans you'll love the Rainy Day Lentil Soup with a touch of vinegar.



The Rainy Day Soup source: tasteofhome.com



12 servings Prep. 20 min. Cook time 1 hour

Ingredients:

1 pound ground turkey
1 can (46 ounces) V8 juice
1 jar (16 ounces) thick and chunky salsa
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
4 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup cubed peeled potatoes
1/3 cup medium pearl barley
Directions
In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 60-70 minutes or until the vegetables and barley are tender. Yield: 12 servings (3 quarts).







Rainy Day Lentil Soup source blogfatfreevegan.com

6 servings

2 cups lentils, uncooked
8 cups water or vegetable stock
1 med. onion, chopped
2 small carrots, thickly sliced
1 rib celery, chopped
1 large potato, peeled and cut into large cubes
2 bay leaves
1 vegetable bouillon cube (optional, if water is used instead of stock)
1 tsp. crushed coriander
1/2 tsp. cumin
freshly ground pepper, to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt, to taste
2-4 ounces fresh spinach (chopped if large leaves)
2 tsp. Red wine vinegar

Pick over the lentils and wash.

Start the water or stock heating in the pressure cooker while you chop the vegetables. Add all ingredients except the garlic, salt, spinach, and vinegar into the cooker and bring to a boil. Seal the cooker and cook at high pressure for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes before using a quick-release method to release the pressure. (If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can simply cook this on the stove until the lentils are tender, about an hour.)

Check to make sure the lentils and potatoes are tender; if not, cook, covered but not at pressure, until done, adding water if it seems too thick. Add the garlic, salt and spinach, and check the seasonings, adding more cumin and coriander as needed. Cook for just a couple of minutes to wilt the spinach. Stir in the vinegar at the end and serve.




Rainy Day Potato Soup source: momsdinerhelper.com

Broccoli, Chicken, Cheddar and Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes
Start to finish: 35 minutes
Cost per serving: $2.00

Ingredients:
2 cups stock or reduced-sodium broth
1 1/4 lbs. white potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size cubes
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small carrot, peeled and chopped
1 cup fat-free half and half or milk
1/2 teaspoon thyme or Italian seasoning
1 cup small broccoli floweretts
1 cup diced cooked chicken
1 cup reduced fat sharp Cheddar cheese
Sea salt or garlic salt to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions:


Bring broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Chop vegetables while broth is heating, then add to saucepan. Return to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Let cool slightly, then puree until smooth, or until soup is desired consistency. Stir in remaining ingredients and cook for 10 minutes more. Makes 4 servings.



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Give the Gift of Lumnique'

Lumnique' candles are quite a unique touch to the ordinary candle.When visiting Luminque' site you can create and personalize your own candle. With their online tool one can choose the candle fragrance, it's color, it's intentions and add their own unique and personalized message.






Luminque' candles come in a variety of fragrances and we'd like to mention a few popular ones like coconut, mango, lime, orange, pineapple, jasmine, lavender blossom, magnolia, sandalwood, vanilla, cinnamon, cucumber mint. Prior to choosing your fragrance one must pick their color obviously there are many to choose from. Before even choosing the color most inportantly one has the option to choose their intention which could be a Birthday , a Holidays, Just because, Friendship, Graduation etc. What ever the intention may be Lumnique' candles make a beautiful and elegant gift idea and unique one too simply because they can be personalized. A personalized message will be included with the candle on a personalized certificate.

Each candle comes in an elegant gift box. Each gift box includes the candle, the personalized certificate and matchbox.

Each candle is made of environmentally friendly color dyes, soy wax blend and cotton wick and natural essential fragrance oils and are individually hand crafted and created upon each order. Lumnique' guarantees quality, Eco friendly and beautiful candles.
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LWC - Spring in the Zucchini

Spring in the Zucchini ! As spring is blooming so are zucchini. They are a very popular vegetable but not a favorite to many. I love zucchini therefore I thought I'd share a few delicious recipes that are sure to be tempting: Salad - Entree Dish and Dessert .







Quick and Simple Zucchini Salad

Cook sliced zucchini in salted water, then drain and allow to cool. Dress them with olive oil, anchovies, oregano and pepper.











Zucchini Loaf

Ingredients

1lb. 12 oz. zucchini
1/2 onion
1 clove garlic
8 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 bunch of parsley
3 medium potatoes
4 eggs
4 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
nutmeg
marjoram
salt
pepper
breadcrumbs




Preheat oven to 380 degrees. Clean the zucchini and cut them in thin rounds. Finely chop the onion and garlic. Heat the oil in a deep frying pan and lightly brown the onion and garlic. Add the zucchini. Mix well. Cover the pan and cook over low heat for about 15 minutes. Chop the parsley and sprinkle over the zucchini. Mix well and remove from the heat. Pour the zucchini in a large soup bowl. Boil, drain, peel and puree' the potatoes, then add them to the zucchini. Add the eggs, parmesan, a pinch of each nutmeg and marjoram. Blend well. Season with salt and pepper. Smear the bottom and sides of a baking dish with olive oil and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Pour the zucchini-egg mixture and baste with Olive oil. Bake at 380 degrees fro about 40 minutes. Serve ( can be served warm or cold)
















Summer Penne with Apple Aroma


Ingredients for 6


1lb. penne
3 zucchini
2 onions
2 tomatoes
2 red apples
1/2 sweet pepper
6 2/3 tbsp. extra virgin oilve oil
10 small basil leaves
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
salt
pepper





Clean the zucchini, onions, tomatoes, apples and sweet pepper and cut into small cubes. Put the cubes in a blender ad reduce to puree' adding oil to secure a creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Chop the basil and parsley and blend with puree. Pour the mixture into a large soup bowl. Cook the pasta until al dente. Set aside several tablespoons of water, drain the penne and combine with the sauce. stirring in a few spoons of water. Serve immediately.
















Zucchini Cake




Ingredients

2lb. zucchini
1 oz. raisins
2 tbsp. sugar
salt
1 tbsp pine nuts
1 tbs. candied citron
1 oz. cooking chocolate
1 oz. dry sweet biscuits ( plain biscotti)
2tbsp. breadcrumbs
6 eggs
butter




Heat oven to 350 degrees. Cut the squash in thick slices and bake them in the oven until they are soft. Remove the skins and pass the zucchini through a sieve or food mill. Soak the raisins in a bit of warm water. Add the sugar, pinch of salt, the raisins and pine nuts to the puree. Cut the citron and chocolate into small pieces, crumble the biscuits and add them to the puree, along with the breadcrumbs and eggs. Blend well. Cover the bowl with a towel and let the mixture sit for about 30 minutes.





Butter a mold with a well in the center (bundt pan) and fill it with the batter, which should come up virtually to the rim. Put the mold in a pan partly filled with hot water. Put the cake in the oven ( 350 degrees) and bake for 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool before removing it from the mold.

Tip: the cavity can be filled Zabaione cream or any other creamy preparation.











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How to Plan the Perfect Party- Insignia Productions' Ranee Bartolacci-Meir Shows You How (PL-I)

Guestlists, themes, food, décor, music, venue— with so many countless details that go into planning an event, it’s no wonder that so many people seek outside help when planning their special occasions…which is where Insignia Productions steps in. With past recent events including a pre-Oscar’s lunch with legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino to celebrate his eight-time Academy Award-nominated film, Inglourious Basterds, Insignia Productions Owner, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir is the go-to event producer for the world’s most exclusive fêtes.


As a luxury full-service event-planning firm, Insignia Productions specializes in intricate and inspired design, customized planning and the logistical production of all event types and sizes – from professional meetings and conferences to weddings and birthday bashes – based in New York City, the Hamptons and Los Angeles. Ranee builds a personal relationship with every client and manages each event from beginning-to-end. Ranee’s uniquely hands-on approach allows her insight into each client’s personality, resulting in events that are is carefully-crafted according to the client’s wishes, tastes and style.








How to Plan the Perfect Party—

Insignia Productions’ Ranee Bartolacci-Meir shows you how

From important decisions such as choosing the venue to the seemingly minute details, so much time, effort and organization is required for a memorable event, it is easy to lose track. Luckily, party-planning extraordinaire and Owner of Insignia Productions, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir shares her tips for planning the perfect party…



o PICK A THEME— Selecting a theme and the detailed customizing of your event from beginning-to-end will show off your personality while creating a one-of-a-kind event that your guests will be sure to remember. Remember: every detail counts— from the invitation, which will set the stage for your fête, to a truly memorable favor that will bring back memories of that special celebration for your guests.

o THE ELEMENT OF SURPRISE— Every party should possess that Wow! Factor, which is an aspect of the event that surprises and delights your guests, to truly make it memorable. Whether the surprise is as grand as an unexpected entertainer (a big band or famous comedian, just to name a few), as personal as a slideshow of old family and friends photos, or as glamorous as the star-style treatment for your guests complete with red carpet and photographers. Something unpredicted and unforgettable will ensure that your wedding, benefit or birthday party will stand out from the rest!

o MAKE A LIST— Before any planning gets underway, decide on an overall budget for your event, followed by prioritizing the event elements; for instance, food, drink, entertainment, décor, lighting, in addition to all other details that are considered essential for your event. Every host has distinct priorities and the order of those priorities is different.

o SCHEDULE SUCCESS— Throughout your event, make sure to keep everything moving continuously and exclude abrupt changes or breaks. Your party should follow an organized timeline and flow, which allows for all aspects to happen on time, according to plan and in a “natural” order. Whether it is the food, the entertainment, the lighting, anything…everything must be in synch. Your guests should be oblivious to any changes in mood settings that go on around them and focused on enjoying themselves. A natural flow and a detailed timeline will ensure a flawlessly fun event.

o BE A GRACIOUS AND FUN HOST— The most important of all! Be sure to meet-and-greet your guests and thank them for coming. Let them know how happy you are that they attended and that they have made your night special. Toast them! And remember, it is important to not be a nervous wreck and have fun. If the host is overwhelmed, then the guests will notice and that’s no fun. Dance and have a great time and let the event flow. If you see guests slowing down, get them off their seats, talk to them, whatever it takes to have them enjoy the event.

ABOUT INSIGNIA PRODUCTIONS: A luxury full-service event-planning firm, Insignia Productions specializes in intricate and inspired design, customized planning and the logistical production of all event types and sizes – from professional meetings and conferences to weddings and birthday bashes – based in New York City, the Hamptons and Los Angeles. Client specific, Insignia Productions works to fulfill the individualized needs of its clientele. Insignia Productions Owner, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir builds a personal relationship with every client, making certain that he/she is granted the necessary level of attention. With her team, Ranee manages each event from beginning-to-end— attending each meeting, ensuring that the chosen theme is carried throughout all aspects of the event and each component is meticulously planned, absolute focus is placed on even the smallest of details. Ranee’s uniquely hands-on approach allows her insight into each client’s personality, resulting in events that are is carefully-crafted according to the client’s wishes, tastes and style. With an extensive background in New York City’s event-planning industry, Ranee established Insignia Productions in 2008, inspired by her passion for working one-on-one with clients, helping to celebrate milestones and create memories. Recently, Insignia Productions organized and produced a pre-Oscar’s lunch with legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino to celebrate his eight-time Academy Award-nominated film, Inglourious Basterds. For further information, please visit wwww.insigniaproductions.com.

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Coupon Mom- Family Munchies Challenge

In this episode the Challenge is" Snacks for the entire family for $40 or under a month". Did you know thay today many families spend over $100 a month on snacks and that is a way too much!!!

CouponMom tip: "Buy Healthy Snacks for about 45 cents each". Fruits are a deal and are healthier. Another suggestion "Shop alone and you will save more".


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It's Luxe - Flowers In The Mist

Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf is a hair mist spray. Your hair will experience a true floral explosion. Simply apply the mist on your hair for a luxurious floral and soft fragrance.
Or one may also try the entire Flowerbomb collection which includes: Flowerbomb bombilicious shower gel, the flowerbomb bombilicious bath oil and experience flowerbomb explosion of roses,orchids, jasmine and patchouli with it's Eau De Parfum Spray.
1 oz. Flowerbomb Hair Mist bottle $40 available online

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It's Luxe

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The A-Lister's Guide to Being Red Carpet Ready for The Oscars (BL-F)

As Tinseltown continues to gear up for the most anticipated time of the Awards Season – The Oscars – celebrities can look to the below must-have survival guide to rock the red carpet in style— from much-need energy and relaxation from Sin® and Serenity®, to beauty prep with Celebrity Hairstylist Amoy Pitters and Beauty Expert Jennifer Kandemir of Advanced Derma Laser Tech Inc., to planning the perfect award’s fête with Insignia Productions and true Hollywood glamour by Helen Yarmak.



The A-Lister’s Guide

to Being Red Carpet Ready

for

The Oscars

As the highlight of the Awards Season, preparing for the Academy Awards (“The Oscars”) is no easy feat—celebrities can follow these step-by-step tips for a flawless weekend:

§ Gear up for a fun-filled weekend of press junkets and parties and grab a can of Sin Vitality Drink®—or Sin-Free® for health conscious drinkers—and remain energized through it all!
www.drinkinsin.com

§ Plan the ultimate Oscars fête—famed event-planner Ranee Bartolacci-Meir’s Insignia Productions, is renowned for her themed parties. Insignia Productions will be throwing their own pre-Oscar celebration—hosting a lunch honoring Quentin Tarantino and Inglourious Basterd’s eight Academy Award nominations.
www.insigniaproductions.com

§ Looking for an Academy Award-worthy ‘do? Amoy Pitters—celebrity hair-stylist to countless stars including Naomi Campbell, Donatella Versace, Rihanna, Sheryl Crow and Alicia Keys—will be available for styling throughout the weekend, having recently launched the opening of her newest salon Amoy Couture Hair in New York.
www.amoycouturehair.com

§ Be red carpet-ready—permanently! Visit Beauty Specialist, Jennifer Kandemir at the Advanced Derma Laser Center Tech Inc. in NYC for the most advanced, up-to-date laser hair removal technology. Not only will you be smooth for Oscar photos and high-definition TV shoots, you’ll have nothing to worry about come summertime!
www.advanceddermalaser.com

§ From the most luxurious of furs to exquisite jewelry collections such as the Haute Couture and Glamour collections, designer Helen Yarmak is the go-to for that glamorous finishing touch.
www.helenyarmak.com

§ You made it through the 2010 Awards Season—now relax and unwind with Serenity Zen Beverage®. As one of the first-ever relaxation beverages, Serenity—a unique blend of vitamins, natural flavors and extracts and a relaxing, tranquil formula, all with zero calories, sugar and carbohydrates—helps ease stress and clear the mind, bringing drinkers closer to their personal Zen.
http://www.drinkserenity.com/

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On the Red Carpet at The Oscars, Ask the Expert- Celebrity Hairstylist, AMOY, Offers Expert Insight on Beauty & Style (BL-F)

As the 2010 Awards Season wraps up with the most anticipated show of them all – the Oscars –it’s time again to examine the beauty and style successes (and fashion faux pas!) of the red carpet. Celebrity Hairstylist Amoy, a New York beauty industry veteran who has styled the locks of such superstars as Naomi Campbell, Rihanna, Sheryl Crow, Maggie Rizer and Alicia Keys, has set signature trends, establishing herself as an authority on all things beauty and style.



Standing at the top of the fashion and beauty industries, Amoy is available to offer a one-of-a-kind insider’s insight and how-tos for today’s leading looks, style mishaps and tomorrow’s trends. Recently, Amoy has opened the doors of her new full-service beauty salon on New York City’s prestigious Upper East Side, Amoy Couture Hair.





ON OSCAR NIGHT, ASK THE EXPERT—

CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST, AMOY PITTERS

OFFERS EXPERT INSIGHT ON BEAUTY & STYLE

From sleekly styling the tresses of such stars as Naomi Campbell, Alicia Keys, Sheryl Crow and Rihanna, to crafting the hair designs on runways of such legendary fashion hours as Christian Dior, hairstylist, Amoy Pitters has established herself as an authority on all things beauty and style.



Standing at the top of the fashion and beauty industries, Amoy offers a one-of-a-kind insider’s insight to today’s leading looks, style mishaps and tomorrow’s trends. If you are interested in speaking with Amoy, please inform us of your availability and we will arrange a meeting at your earliest convenience.



A New York beauty industry veteran, Amoy has had a passion – and natural talent – for the worlds of hair, beauty and fashion since the start of her career. Mentored by industry icon, Odile Gilbert – and featured in the famed work Her Style – Amoy launched her impressive career as a sought-after hair stylist in the fashion industry, booking her career-first fashion show in Paris, styling the locks of the runway models for the Christian Dior couture collection in January 1998. There, recognizing her unique skill set, Amoy styled the house’s legendary designer John Galliano’s own hair for his final bow. Soon after, Galliano himself began requesting Amoy as his personal hairstylist. Fashion maven Donatella Versace was next in line, and the rest is history…



From there, Amoy was in-demand worldwide, styling hair for editorials and fashion shows, and transforming the looks of supermodels, Hollywood starlets, iconic fashion designers, Grammy award-wining musicians and, of course, Amoy’s everyday clients at her modest East Village salon in New York City. Today, her impressive clientele includes Iman, Kerry Washington, Mary J. Blige, Joy Bryant, Selita Ebanks and Maggie Rizer.



Setting herself apart from others in the industry is Amoy’s hands-on method to developing her techniques— unlike many stylists, Amoy practices her styling techniques on herself before applying them on clients. Following such an approach allows Amoy to develop and discover new cuts, shapes and colors, ensuring that her style and vision are always evolving. One of Amoy’s most sought-after signature styles is extensions. Amoy’s one-of-a-kind approach to this complicated beauty procedure is known for creating beautiful looks that are easily maintained, modified and recognized in the industry as Amoy’s trademark. Amoy’s expertise also includes editorial, bridal, celebrity, blow-dry, cut and color styling.

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LWC - Celebrating Woman's Day! May I have a Mimosa?

Lisa's Weekly Coffee is Celebrating Woman's Day! Would You Like a Mimosa??


Women's Day ( Festa Della Donna) is celebrated each year in

Italy on March 8 and it is symbolized by the mimosa flower. On Woman's day men offer women the mimosa flower as symbol of love and friendship.

Since mimosa's seems to be the highlight of month I thought I'd share with my readers two great recipes: The Mimosa Cocktail and The Mimosa Cake.


The Mimosa Cocktail known to be a favorite cocktail and a`very popular one as well, usually it is served in special occasions such as Mother's day Brunch. I don't see any reason not to have a mimosa cocktail in honor of "Woman's Day". I find it to be deliciously chic.

La Torta Mimosa or the Mimosa Cake is a very popular dessert in Italy. A delicate sponge cake filled with chantilly cream is a true delicacy to anyone's palate, it is elegant and it is sure to be the star attraction to any party. The cake topping resembles the mimosa flower.

The Mimosa Cocktail source-dianadesserts.com

Ingredients:
1 cup fresh blood orange juice (from about 6 blood oranges), or 1 cup fresh juice from regular juice oranges
1 bottle Champagne, chilled
Orange slices and mint sprigs for garnish (optional)

Make it a Gran Mimosa Cocktail by adding Gran Marnier
or for the non alcoholic version try The Mimosa Mock tail by substituting champagne with 7-up or sprite.


Instructions:
Pour 1/4 cup juice into each of 4 champagne glasses. Slowly add champagne (or regular or diet 7-up or gingerale, if using). Garnish each champagne glass with an orange slice and mint sprig, if desired. Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.

The Mimosa Cake source- accademiabarilla.com

Ingredients
Servings 8
For sponge cake
•2 ½ oz all-purpose flour
•2 ½ oz potato starch
•5 oz sugar
•6 eggs
For chantilly cream
•2 cups milk
•2 eggs
•2 egg yolks
•3 ½ oz sugar
•1 oz all-purpose flour
•1 lemon zest
•½ stick vanilla
•7 oz cream
•1 ¾ oz powdered sugar
For syrup
•1 cup water
•½ cup Kirsch (dry cherry liqueur)
•3 oz sugar
Preparation
1 hour and 30 minutes preparation

Recipe Continues Here







Happy Woman's Day



Lisa

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LWC- Spring Fever Cocktails and Drink

Lisa's Weekly Coffee: Spring Fever Cocktails And Drinks

I guess by now we are all happy about winter leaving us soon and excited about Spring! The Fever is on and with it comes the idea of refreshing fruits, April showers and obviously flowers in bloom. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we can start celebrating Spring with some exciting and deliciously refreshing cocktails inspired by the Season itself ? Of course it would!

I've chosen, to share with my friends and readers, some of my favorite Spring fever cocktails. For fruits I've chosen the refreshing Fizzing Cherry Cocktail, for rain what better choice than the April Rain Drink and finally for flowers I couldn't resist not sharing this traditional but with a twist of refreshing sparkle the Lavender Sapphire Collins.
These drinks and cocktails are great for Spring time parties and celebrations!









Fizzing Cherry Cocktail source- in-the-spirit.co.uk

De Kuyper Cherry Brandy
2 Measures Orange Juice
1 Measure Lime Juice
Top up Lemonade
0.5 Measure Sugar Syrup

Shake first four ingredients listed with ice and strain into a glass half filled with cubed ice. Top up with lemonade and gently stir. Garnish with a wedge of orange or lime.






April Rain Drink source: sofkingdrunk.com

2 oz vodka
.5 oz lime juice
.5 oz dry vermouth
Lime peel

Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice cubes and shake well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with the lime peel.







Lavender Sapphire Collins source: examiner.com

1 1/2 oz Bombay Sapphire Gin
3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz lavender syrup (recipe below)
3 oz club soda
Squeeze half a lemon into a Collins glass, add lavender syrup and gin. Stir and fill with ice. Top with club soda and garnish with a lemon wedge.


Lavender Syrup

2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons dried or 1/4 cup fresh lavender blossoms
1 cup water
Bring all ingredients to a simmer in a saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, and cool. Cover and store in refrigerator.




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Your Style Your Bracelet

Bracelets come in every style, color or design. Known to be a very trendy accessory and usually at least one to three pieces belongs in everyone's jewelry collection, often it is very hard to find the perfect bracelet that looks or feels right with ones wardrobe or style. At times we look for something chic, or even something trendy and most of the time we simply need something classic.

Whatever your style may be we have come to feature, for our readers, at least one piece from three of the most fashionable looks: Chic - Trendy - Classic.







For a Chic look -

The amethyst expandable wire bangle bracelet by Alex and Ani features seven gold plated wire bangles which stack on your wrist. Three of bangles feature gold plated beads with amethyst Swarovski crystals, while the other four are simply silver plated pieces. This bracelet is expandable to fit most wrists.
$168


For a Trendy Look -

The Camle Kat style bracelet byVita Fede is definitely trendy and stylish. This astonishing bracelet features 24k yellow gold plated hardware on a soft camel colored lather watchband which fastens with a 24k yellow gold plated buckle. This is one piece that mustn't miss in your jewelry collection.
$138


For The Classic Look-

The above mesh chain bracelet by Nicole Romano is definitely a true classic piece which makes a perfect addition to any jewelry collection. Highlighted by large looping glazed brass chain links which encircle your wrist bringing out it most beautiful style. Made of small nickel plated brass and it is easily adjustable.
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$150.00

All the above stylish bracelets are available online



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THE HURT LOCKER CELEBRATES AT LONDON’S CHIC AUTOMAT’S ALMADA

Automat's Almada, London's hottest haunt under the chic, celeb-favorite eatery Automat, was host to the official after-party for The Hurt Locker following the film's six-award-sweep at the BAFTA Awards. Director Kathryn Bigelow, starring lead actor Jeremy Renner, producers Nicolas Chartier and Greg Shapiro, and screenwriter Mark Boal were all seen celebrating the night’s honors. Also spotted was movie producer Harvey Weinstein, who kept the party going after his own fête with A Single Man's Colin Firth, Carey Mulligan and the Olsen twins, celebrating until 6:00AM.



The Hurt Locker, which stars Jeremy Renner, Ralph Fiennes, Evangeline Lilly, Guy Pierce and Anthony Mackie, continues to earn impressive critical acclaim. At the BAFTA Awards, the film garnered awards for Best Film, Best Director (Kathryn Bigelow), Best Original Screenplay (Mark Boal), Best Cinematography, Best Editing and Best Sound. Looking ahead, The Hurt Locker is nominated for nine Academy Awards.



Automat fuses London's pleasure-seeking social appetite with New York's inimitable style, as an American Brasserie, Automat draws on New York's cultural and social energy beloved by Londoners, presented as a refined yet relaxed, stylish dining experience. This cultural exchange between the world’s two greatest cities is now home to Almada— tucked away below the chic dining locale, Almada has quickly become one a globally exclusive spots and a must-visit venue for London-bound celebrities. For further information, please visit www.automat-london.com.


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