Saveur Magazine Names Culinary Travel Advisory Board Members

Saveur Magazine, in a recent partnership with Virtuoso, announced its new Culinary Travel Advisory Board in the October edition that is on newsstands this week. Congratulations to our sister company, Savory Travel, who was selected with over 50 Virtuoso travel agents! All board members specialize in culinary journeys and will work with the magazine to develop trips, tours and adventures for those that are "foodies" at heart. There is also a large travel section devoted to culinary travel on their website. Check out the latest edition or online www.saveur.com!

Vegas Uncork'd

Vegas Uncork'd is Las Vegas' premiere culinary event sponsored by bon appetit, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Southern Wine and Spirits, Wynn, Bellagio and others. It showcases delightful cooking experiences, wine tastings, grand culinary tastings, dinners, and much more. Famous chefs that will dot the event with exclusive appearances include Chef Michael Mina, Chef Daniel Boulud, Chef Todd English and Chef Bobby Flay. Tickets are on sale now. Check out www.vegasuncorked.com

A Denver Staycation

Have you considered staying in your home town and having a "staycation" instead of a long distance vacation this year? With all economies tight, area hotels and restaurants are offering amazing deals for locals. And if you combine that with a city tour, you may just see parts of your hometown that you never knew existed.

Culinary Connections of Colorado offers such a delectable destination tour! And trust me, it will be hard to come across a better way to see Denver. Becky Creighton, a self ascribed foodie, has launched a entree filled endeavor that will keep you coming back for more! Her tours are between 4 and 5 hours in length and take you behind the kitchen doors of some of the best restaurants Denver has to offer. She provides amazing ambiance and an exclusive setting between you and the chef. The tours are limo chauffeured with an intimate group of only 6-8 people and you are even escorted by a local chef! Check out her site as http://www.culinaryconnectionsofco.com/ is not one to miss!

Combine this with amazing stays at Hotel Monaco, the Ritz or Hotel Teatro and you will feel like you are worlds away without all the hassle of travelling.

As a side note, the Hotel Monaco has rates as low as $109 for a queen bed that includes a bottle of wine, free wifi and a wine reception on the evening of arrival.

Culinary Delights

Food & Wine Magazine and Grand Lido Negril Resort & Spa announced the 10th annual Epicurean Escape June 24th-29th, 2009. It is 5 incredible days that include interactive cooking classes, demonstrations by local and international celebrity chefs, wine seminars with master sommeliers, nightly themed parties and a spectacular seven course formal dinner. Grand Lido Negril Resort is the only Four Diamond Resort Chain in the world. Mark your calendar for this culinary adventure, this will be one not to miss.