Are you doing your part?

Have you ever been to an event and wonder what happens to all the untouched leftover banquet food? Normally it just gets thrown away with the rest of the trash from the festivities. Most meeting planners would agree that they hesitate to donate because they don't want the liability if someone was to get sick. But did you know that President Clinton signed a federal law in 1996 that protects food donors and limits their liability. Check out www.feedingamerica.org to find out more information because everyone can make a difference!

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.