#MoverandShakerPictureoftheWeek #MitziPerdue #ENTJ Extraordinaire #AwesomeAuthor and Champion of Excellence
Here's an interview from 2012, her book was in the Best of 2011 and it's no secret she's the greatest.
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Friday, March 28, 2025
#FashionAlert Donatella Versace Assumes Role of Chief Brand Ambassador of Versace Our Coverage Sponsored by Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner @hallakcleaners @hallakcouturecleaner
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Dario Vitale Appointed Versace’s Chief Creative Officer
Capri Holdings Limited (NYSE:CPRI), a global fashion luxury group, and Versace announced today that Chief Creative Officer Donatella Versace will assume the role of Chief Brand Ambassador effective April 1, 2025. In her new role as Chief Brand Ambassador, Ms. Versace will dedicate herself to the support of Versace’s philanthropic and charitable endeavours and will remain an advocate for the brand globally.
Versace also announced that Dario Vitale has been appointed Chief Creative Officer effective April 1, 2025. Mr. Vitale joins Versace from Miu Miu where he was formerly the Design and Image Director.
John D. Idol, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Capri Holdings said, “Today’s announcements were part of a thoughtful succession plan for Versace. Since 1997, Donatella has led the creative vision for the House of Versace and played an integral role in the company’s global success. Donatella will be assuming the role of Chief Brand Ambassador and will continue to champion the Versace brand and its values.” Mr. Idol continued, “We are excited to announce that Dario Vitale will be joining the House of Versace as its new Chief Creative Officer. He is a strong design leader, and we are confident that his talent and vision will be instrumental to Versace’s future growth.”
Donatella Versace said, “Championing the next generation of designers has always been important to me. I am thrilled that Dario Vitale will be joining us, and excited to see Versace through new eyes. I want to thank my incredible design team and all the employees at Versace that I have had the privilege of working with for over three decades. It has been the greatest honor of my life to carry on my brother Gianni’s legacy. He was the true genius, but I hope I have some of his spirit and tenacity. In my new role as Chief Brand Ambassador, I will remain Versace’s most passionate supporter. Versace is in my DNA and always in my heart.”
Dario Vitale said, “I am truly honored to join Versace as the Chief Creative Officer and to be a part of this special and powerful fashion luxury House created by Gianni and Donatella. The House of Versace has a unique heritage that has spanned decades and has shaped the history of fashion. I want to express my sincere thank you to Donatella for her trust in me, and for her tireless dedication to the extraordinary brand that Versace is today. It is a privilege to contribute to the future growth of Versace and its global impact through my vision, expertise and dedication.”
Emmanuel Gintzburger, CEO of Versace said, “Versace is what it is today because of Donatella Versace and the passion she has brought to her role every day for nearly thirty years. The universal values she stands for and her love for uncompromised creativity anchored Versace far beyond a brand or a company. Working alongside her has been an incredible privilege and pleasure. I am confident in the company and where it stands today, as we are well-prepared for the organization to write this new chapter for the house. Dario Vitale is a rare talent, who deeply respects the essence and values of Versace and clearly understands its growth potential. We are convinced that his experience and vision will bring a new perspective to the brand. I am excited to welcome him in the coming weeks and embark on a new and ambitious journey for Versace.”
About Capri Holdings
Capri Holdings is a global fashion luxury group consisting of iconic, founder-led brands Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors. Our commitment to glamorous style and craftsmanship is at the heart of each of our luxury brands. We have built our reputation on designing exceptional, innovative products that cover the full spectrum of fashion luxury categories. Our strength lies in the unique DNA and heritage of each of our brands, the diversity and passion of our people and our dedication to the clients and communities we serve. Capri Holdings Limited is publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker CPRI.
About Versace
Versace is one of the most recognizable names in the world. The luxury House immediately became a leader in fashion and culture following its founding in 1978.
Versace’s energy comes from its clash of irreverent references. The tension between classical and contemporary; Italian tradition with the latest innovation; rock music with royalty; myth with today’s celebrity stardom. This unique formula shapes a creative culture that is expressed through now iconic designs, world-leading imagery, true fashion moments, and a heritage of innovative Italian artisanship. The Versace name is identified with a lifestyle and attitude that celebrates uniqueness and the power of a person who feels the ultimate freedom to be themself.
The Versace lifestyle includes women’s, men’s, and children’s ready-to-wear, shoes, bags and accessories, Atelier Versace haute couture, eyewear, fragrances, watches, Palazzo Versace hotels and Versace Home homeware. Versace has a network of 230 owned boutiques and over 400 licensed stores worldwide.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains statements which are, or may be deemed to be, “forward-looking statements.” Forward-looking statements are prospective in nature and are not based on historical facts, but rather on current expectations and projections of the management of Capri about future events and are therefore subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from the future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts included herein, may be forward-looking statements. Without limitation, any statements preceded or followed by or that include the words “plans”, “believes”, “expects”, “intends”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “may”, “anticipates”, “might” or similar words or phrases, are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect expected results and are based on certain key assumptions, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or implied in any forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors are identified in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Please consult these documents for a more complete understanding of these risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking statement in this press release speaks only as of the date made and Capri disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking or other statements contained herein other than in accordance with legal and regulatory obligations.
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#LegalPeachy @ABANews Statement of the American Bar Association: ABA stands firmly with statement of Chief Justice John Roberts in rejecting inappropriate calls for judicial impeachment
The American Bar Association stands firmly with Chief Justice John Roberts’ statement rejecting calls by government officials to impeach federal judges who issue rulings with which they disagree.
For more than 200 years, our legal system has afforded individuals the right to disagree with judicial decisions and to appeal them if they are the aggrieved party.
Targeting judges personally or threatening to remove them because they rule a certain way has never been acceptable. Such efforts are intended to intimidate judges and our courts and weaken public trust and confidence in our judicial system.
The ABA remains committed to upholding the rule of law that forms the bedrock of our democracy. The courts are a co-equal branch of our government, and they must be treated that way. Respect for judicial independence is nonnegotiable.
We call upon the government and our elected officials to cease making statements that undermine our fair and impartial courts and the rule of law.
The ABA is one of the largest voluntary association of lawyers in the world. As the national voice of the legal profession, the ABA works to improve the administration of justice, promotes programs that assist lawyers and judges in their work, accredits law schools, provides continuing legal education, and works to build public understanding around the world of the importance of the rule of law. View our privacy statement online. Follow the latest ABA news at www.americanbar.org/news and on X (formerly Twitter) @ABANews.
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NAPCO TO SHOWCASE NEW PRODUCTS AT THE PREMIER SECURITY TRADESHOW IN AMERICA
NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSSC), one of the leading designers and manufacturers of high-tech electronic security devices, wireless recurring communication services for intrusion, commercial fire alarm, access control and locking applications, as well as a leading provider of school safety solutions, today announced that it will be showcasing its wide range of products at the International Security Conference & Exposition, ISC West 2025 trade show taking place in Las Vegas, NV, March 31-April 4, 2025 at the Venetian Expo Center.
Dear Valued NAPCO Investors, Dealers, Distributors and Installers,
We are very excited about the upcoming International Security show ISCW, whose exhibits open on April 2 through April 4. Attendance of approximately 20,000 installing dealers are expected at this expo, which is the premier security trade show in America. We have a prominent front row booth located at the show's main entrance showcasing our latest cutting-edge security products. Many of these new products will be adding more commercial (thus low churn) monthly revenue to the approximately $82 million dollars of recurring revenue as we continue our efforts toward our goals to have more than 50%++ of our sales to be recurring revenue generated from our security products and maintain a gross profit of over 90% on such recurring sales.
We are also doing a mostly live from the trade show floor video feed. It starts at 10:00 am to 12:00 PM and will resume from 1:00 PM and goes to 4:00 PM on Wednesday April 2. It will be viewable on www.securitytoday.com, the Trade Publication website. It will be footage of booth activity along with at least 6 on-camera interviews by product segment, e.g., Alarms, Locking and Access Control. The on-camera interviews will be with NAPCO personnel and 3 magazine editor/reporters plus others with a roving cameraman/interviewer. These will be mostly live due to video transmission limitations at a busy trade show.
This ISCW NAPCO Booth Live "spot" will be heavily publicized all over the security industry to its universe of installation companies with pre- and post-show emails from the trade magazines and NAPCO. It will be edited and used by the NAPCO sales team all year long.
THE PRODUCTS WE WILL BE SHOWCASING INCLUDE:
New Recurring Revenue Products for NAPCO & its dealersStarLink Fire MAX 2: a multi carrier communicator which is a generational leap forward for transmitting fire alarm signals from every brand of old and new fire systems to the dealer's central station. A modern substitute for copper phone lines and UL, SOC 2 certified NOC network system, NFPA 72 compliant.
StarLink Black MAX 2: an economical multi-carrier intrusion communicator with a broad range of universal alarm reporting capabilities working with all brands of alarm systems old and new. Expanded coverage across North America including Puerto Rico and parts of the Caribbean. A modern substitute for copper phone lines and ETL listed, SOC 2 certified NOC network system.
FireLink 64 Addressable Fire Alarm Panel: has a built-in multi carrier communicator. Integrates a host of high-performance fire alarm features for an economical price. Also, a new remote LCD annunciator option to facilitate large systems will be available. UL, SOC 2 certified NOC network system, NFPA 72 compliant.
MVP EZ: an app-based platform designed for locksmiths and smaller dealers, enabling them to offer new flat-rate billable cloud-based remote management services to their SMB accounts, with a simple feature set at an affordable flat monthly rate. Operable solely via smartphone, it allows easy configuration, command, and control of the entire system, for a few to 50 doors, adding locks or panels, by simply scanning their QR code with the phone's camera.
MVP Access: a fully customizable enterprise PC/server-based system with unlimited users, ID-types, access doors and schedules, plus, top features like video and intercom integration, geofencing, multi-factor authentication, and Bluetooth credentials. Billed monthly, per door, it operates through NAPCO's Network Operations Center with SOC 2 cyber protection for data privacy.
New Products Which Enhance Existing Alarm Systems That Generate Recurring RevenueXK5 Slimline Keypad: features fresh, sleek styling to boost the sales of our Gemini Alarm System product line. It is ideal for new system buyers or upgrading existing Gemini systems, as it is backward compatible.
New Touchscreen2R: a Designer look and feel with a built-in wireless receiver for all our alarm system sensors for doors, windows, fire and gas detectors compatible with NAPCO's Gemini alarm system product line ranging from 8 to 255 zones of coverage.
Matching Prima 2nd Keypad/Touchscreen: for larger homes, as part of a full, growing lineup of upsell accessories for NAPCO's cell/Wi-Fi connected Security, Video & Connected Home platform, designed overall to enable the fastest possible installations and RMR account acquisitions.
New Locking Products
Marks USA's Smart Deadbolts: keyless entry, enhanced security, and simplified locking management. Ideal for the huge growing market of multifamily housing units. Features include one-motion egress, ADA code compliance, and deadbolt security with easier installation compared to traditional mortise locks. Key-free management is easy and integrated with NAPCO's MVP EZ & MVP Access Cloud-Based Services Platforms, billed by door, as part of a recurring monthly subscription.
High-Visibility Indicator Lock Series: provides instant at-a-glance door lock status with bold red and green indicators for enhanced security and peace of mind. Teamed with the trusted Marks 5 Series Grade 1 Mortise Lockbody, the SKA500 Series offers single or double-sided viewing of lock status from afar, ideal for healthcare, schools, and businesses, ensuring quick security assessment in both every day and emergency situations.
These advancements underscore NAPCO's commitment to delivering innovative, user-friendly security solutions that meet the evolving needs of both residential and commercial customers.
If you are unable to come to the expo, don't worry as you will be able to view on opening day, Wednesday April 2, NAPCO's live streaming video and share in the excitement.
All the best,
Richard Soloway, CEO
About NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc.
NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., is one of the world's leading manufacturers and service providers of high-tech electronic security devices as well as a leading provider of school safety solutions. The Company consists of four Divisions: NAPCO, plus three wholly owned subsidiaries: Alarm Lock, Continental Instruments, and Marks USA. Headquartered in Amityville, New York, its products are installed by tens of thousands of security professionals worldwide in commercial, industrial, institutional, residential and government applications. NAPCO products have earned a reputation for innovation, technical excellence and reliability, positioning the Company for growth in the multi-billion dollar and rapidly expanding electronic security market. For additional information on NAPCO, please visit the Company's web site at http://www.napcosecurity.com.
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Thursday, March 27, 2025
#WestCoastPeachy #CulturedPeachy #NewYorkNotes @GRAMMYMuseum UPCOMING GRAMMY MUSEUM IN-PERSON PUBLIC PROGRAMS
WITH THE BOB DYLAN CENTER, MARGARET CHO, LA ROUX, JUDY COLLINS, ALMOST MONDAY, USC JAZZ NIGHT, TREASURE, & SHONDALAND
PLUS SCREENING AND PERFORMANCE OF OF FAR EAST, DEEP SOUTH IN CELEBRATION OF AAPI MONTH
Tonight, March 27, 2025
7:00 p.m.
Fifty Years in Sixty Minutes: An Evening with the Bob Dylan Center
Film Screening and Discussion with Director Steven Jenkins
Performance by Special Guests Dean and Britta
*Sold Out*
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
7:30 p.m.
The Drop: Margaret Cho
5x GRAMMY Award-nominated artist and comedian Margaret Cho will talk about her first new album in 8 years, Lucky Gift, and will perform.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
7:30 p.m.
Spotlight: La Roux
GRAMMY Award-winning artist La Roux will talk about her latest music and creative process with a performance to follow.
Saturday, April 5, 2025
7:00 p.m.
A Conversation With Judy Collins
Judy Collins will discuss her new book, Sometimes It's Heaven: Poems of Love, Loss, and Redemption, followed by a book signing.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
7:30 p.m.
Spotlight: almost monday
Alternative music group almost monday will discuss their current world tour and their latest release, DIVE, and will perform.
Friday, April 11, 2025
7:30 p.m.
City Sounds: USC Jazz Night
Experience a night of music as the USC Thornton Honors Combo takes the stage, joined by world-renowned drummer Will Kennedy. This special evening is the first featuring college students through the Museum's partnership with the Thornton School of Music, showcasing and highlighting student talent through the spirit of jazz innovation.
Monday, April 14, 2025
7:30 p.m.
Global Spin Live: TREASURE
*Sold Out*
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
7:30 p.m.
The Music of Shondaland
Celebrating 20 Years of Storytelling
Go behind the scenes of Shondaland's iconic soundtracks with Betsy Beers, Alex Patsavas & Kris Bowers, plus a special performance by Kris Bowers.
Saturday, April 26, 2025
7:30 p.m.
Film Screening & Performance: Far East, Deep South
Celebrate the start of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in style at the GRAMMY Museum with an afternoon of film, music, and storytelling! Enjoy a free screening of the multi-award-winning documentary Far East Deep South, a powerful film that uncovers an untold chapter of American history. The screening will be followed by an engaging Q&A featuring director and singer-songwriter Larissa Lam, producer and rapper Baldwin Chiu (aka Only Won), and Emmy Award-winning music composer Nathan Wang, plus a special live musical performance by Larissa Lam and Only Won (aka Baldwin Chiu).
For more information and ticket links to programs, click here:
https://grammymuseum.org/visit/public-programs/
#PeachysPicksQueens #ThePizzaFactory #LongIslandCity A Peachy's Pick Since 2023 Spring 2025 by Chef and Owner #EdinRedzic #DinoRedzic #ErnisBerisa and #MikeyPerez Not Only Still the First But Also the ONLY Peachy's Pick Ever in Queens
The Pizza Factory may be casual but the caliber of the Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp is all white tablecloth with pinkies out with the talents of Chef Edin
Owner Edin Redzic of The Pizza Factory, the First Restaurant Ever in an Outer Borough to Earn a Peachy's Pick designation
It's not who you know it's WHOM YOU KNOW and we knew Mover and Shaker Mayor Ed Koch!
Everyone knows his bridge, and it is the bridge to pizza in our humble opinion. We are pretty sure he is reading upstairs and hope he joined us in spirit for this pizza.
On our way to The Pizza Factory, Peachy wore a hat from another winner father and son team we told you about last fall, Hampton Water.
It should speak volumes to you when Peachy raves about something outside of Manhattan because that means she actually had to leave Manhattan which has nearly everything except a beach to get there. The Pizza Factory has pizza that is so tremendously delicious it is better than a lot of Manhattan places we've tried and better than ALL the Manhattan places we have tried and not published on. Chef Edin Redzic does not rest upon the success of his awesome Dad Dino: he has earned it independently and everyone knows Peachy is a tough cookie. Dino has never been to The Pizza Factory during Peachy's visits.
We always try a whole cheese pizza and this continues to thrive with the chewy, delicious crust, tantalizing sauce and inviting cheesy goodness. This tells you the building block to all the fabulous pizzas is just the beginning.
We are very into vegetables on pizza year round but especially during Fridays in Lent.
Ricotta comes to the party in this pizza Peachy designed (but obviously did not make-she ordered) and mushrooms, spinach, tomato, onions and garlic combined for a symphony of spectacular flavor in perfect proportion.
We do not edit pictures.
The pizza is truly this gorgeous.
Don't hate it because it's beautiful.
Eat it.
Mademoiselle Peachy loves Croque Monsieur which is a way to say ham and cheese en francais mes amis. To that end, the Ham Calzone is a culinary triumph at The Pizza Factory and it is so much fun to break apart the fresh dough and cannonball into the marinara which is an ideal companion. It is superior to the run of the mill marinara and you want to make sure you have enough for all your little piggies (you know, the ham). Edin may be young but he is a lot smarter than many twice his age evidenced by the brilliant item of Grilled Organic Vegetables. This is a great addition to any pizza place menu and is robust with flavor highlighting the natural goodness of squash, carrots, cauliflower, green and red bell peppers and broccoli. Yes you can eat pizza and be healthy. We write for the reader who wants it all.
Peachy is a devoted follower of Fettuccine Alfredo usually with Chicken.
Well we are eating fish more during lent and it is even better with Shrimp at The Pizza Factory, which as we have alluded to goes far beyond the pizza. It's al dente exactly right and the flavoring of the sauce is pure divinity.
Everyone knows we are big on salads and from the House Salad above with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers and onions to a custom salad you can design - Peachy picked broccoli, grape tomatoes and red onion- The Pizza Factory has all of your nutritional boxes checked and they listen and put the dressing on the side for Ms. Uberpicky.
And sometimes anything boys can do, girls can do better! Assistant Manager and Cashier Danijela was a super help.
Also there are multiple fruit choices to go with your pizza and we opted for melon which was cut up FRESH. Some places we can taste do this way before they put it out but not here: it is SUPER FRESH.
And a peachy hue too:
Whom You Know continues to Highly Recommend The Pizza Factory in Long Island City, Queens!
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You all know where the Empire State Building is.
We zoomed out from it so you can see where The Pizza Factory is!
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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Sunkist Closes Strategic Investment in Sienz to Accelerate Innovation Pipeline and New Technology Development
Sunkist Growers acquired a minority stake in Sienz, a global leader in fruit and vegetable packinghouse technology. With this strategic investment, Sienz assumed full responsibility for providing critical parts, service, and ongoing support to Sunkist's packinghouse equipment customers worldwide. Sienz will also collaborate with Sunkist to develop new technologies.
"This investment represents our commitment to innovation," said Lisa Park, Chief Financial Officer at Sunkist Growers, Inc. "With Sienz, we are ensuring that our customers have access to best-in-class technology and service they've come to expect. Our aspirations do not end at the packinghouses but extend to the full value chain – seed to consumer. We need to collect the right data, leverage automation, and apply AI where necessary to deliver the best results for our members, and Sienz can help Sunkist get there."
Sebastian Martinez, Chief Executive Officer of Sienz, shared, "We're excited about this new chapter with Sunkist, and we are fully committed to ensuring our strategic alliance delivers exceptional value. Our team will provide top-tier support to ensure all Sunkist customers are well taken care of with our advanced technology and service solutions."
Sunkist and Sienz remain committed to a seamless transition, with both teams actively engaging customers to provide ongoing updates and support.
About Sienz: Sienz is a global leader in providing innovative technology solutions for fruit and vegetable packinghouses. Founded by industry pioneers, Sienz specializes in advanced optical sorting, grading, and packing equipment designed to enhance efficiency and product quality. Committed to sustainability and customer satisfaction, Sienz partners with growers and packers worldwide to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving demands of the fresh produce industry. For more information, visit www.sienz.com.
About Sunkist Growers, Inc.: Sunkist Growers is a citrus marketing cooperative, founded in 1893, which is owned by and operated for over one thousand family farmers growing citrus in California and Arizona. For more information, visit www.sunkist.com.
All Rights Reserved. Sunkist is a registered trademark of Sunkist Growers, Inc., USA © 2025
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Food & Wine Classic in Aspen Unveils Its 2025 Programming Lineup with a Spotlight on New Culinary Trends, All-Star Talent, and Global Flavors
Event Headliners Include Padma Lakshmi, Ayesha Curry, Kristen Kish, Tyler Florence, Stephanie Izard, Kwame Onwuachi, Nancy Silverton, Maneet Chauhan, Tiffany Derry, Ayesha Nurdjaja, Claudette Zepeda, Martin Yan, Andrew Zimmern and Wylie Dufresne
The Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, America's premier culinary festival for 42 years, announced today the schedule of events and seminars for the weekend of June 20-22. Seminar registration opens to all ticket holders on April 1st, and the most popular seminars are expected to fill up immediately. Tickets are available now at classic.foodandwine.com.
2025 FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen (PRNewsfoto/Dotdash Meredith)
The three-day event will feature 80 cooking demonstrations, wine seminars, panel discussions and spirits tastings throughout the weekend, combined with five Grand Tastings where attendees can sample ingredients, dishes and drinks from 150+ winemakers, chefs, distillers, destinations, and lifestyle companies.
"The Food & Wine Classic in Aspen has long been the stage for what's next in food and drink. Whether it's a new presenter, dynamic new programming, or the latest beverage trend, the 2025 event is about discovery, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences. We've curated a list of exciting new moments and Game Changers that will bring fresh new ideas, bold flavors, and innovative techniques to our attendees," said Hunter Lewis, VP/Editor in Chief of Food & Wine.
The Schedule of Events include:First-time presenters at the 2025 Food & Wine Classic in Aspen: for cooking demonstrations, Martin Yan on The Joy of Noodles, Justin Pichetrungsi on No Rules, No Limits: Thai Cooking My Way, Aspen's own Mawa McQueen teams up with returning presenter Shota Nakajima for A Breakfast Sandwich Showdown, and on the beverage program Prairie Rose hosts a hands-on cocktail class.
20 cooking demonstrations including Superpowered Pantry: Secret Ingredients for Dynamo Dinners with Tiffany Derry, Rise & Shine: Recipes from a Diner Trailblazer with Stephanie Izard, Mex-Italian: Two Incredible World Cuisines Collide with Claudette Zepeda, and The Magic of Cooking with Turmeric with Maneet Chauhan.
Food & Wine podcast, "Tinfoil Swans", hosted by Kat Kinsman, gets up-close and personal with Ayesha Curry, Kristen Kish, and Padma Lakshmi during their live-audience recordings.
With over 50 different wine, cocktail, and beverage seminars, the expanding beverage programming will feature a mix of old and new world wines, beers, cocktails, sake, tequilas, investing and collecting advice. June Rodil will be hosting The Future of Wine is Female and Monica Samuels will be hosting Sake vs. Wine: The Ultimate Showdown.
The Grand Tasting Pavilion will present two different Food & Wine areas to showcase rising talents, including the popular Food & Wine Best New Chefs area, featuring tastings from the 2024 Food & Wine Best New Chefs class, and Food & Wine: The Wine Bar a new pop up activation curated by Food & Wine editors that will highlight favorite products, drinks, chefs, and recipes from the magazine.
As part of the Food & Wine Gives philanthropic initiative, which supports outstanding charitable partners in the community and culinary industry, the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen will make a donation to Southern Smoke Foundation, a national emergency relief fund that supports workers in the food and beverage industry in crisis, and No Kid Hungry, the only national campaign committed to ending childhood hunger in the U.S.
Sponsors of the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen 2025 include American Express, Lexus, S.Pellegrino, and SKS.
For more on festival programming, participating talent, and travel information, please visit classic.foodandwine.com.
About Food & Wine:
Food & Wine, the ultimate culinary authority, celebrates the global epicurean experience through its magazine, website, social platforms, newsletters, podcasts, premium events such as the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, and accolades like its annual Best New Chef awards. With rigorously tested recipes and the most trusted restaurant, drinks, culinary travel, and home coverage, the brand inspires and empowers people to discover, create, and devour the best in food and drink—every day and everywhere. Food & Wine is part of the Dotdash Meredith publishing family.
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#ChampagneWishes #ItalyPeachy Veronafiere Announces the 4th Edition of Iconic Women in Italian Wine, to be held during the 57th Vinitaly International Wine & Spirits Exhibition in April 2025
Six Iconic Women from Barolo will take center stage on Monday 7th April for one of Vinitaly's hottest-ticket Masterclasses, held at wine2digital in the PalaExpo at Veronafiere.
For the fourth consecutive year, Vinitaly proudly presents Iconic Women in Italian wine, an annual Masterclass that has become one of the most anticipated and well-attended events offered during the Fair. This year's edition shines a spotlight on six leading women of Barolo: Chiara Boschis, Silvia Altare, Elisa Fantino, Cristina Oddero, Barbara Sandrone and Enrica Scavino.
The session will be co-moderated by Michaela Morris DipWSET, IWE, a highly respected writer for Decanter magazine, international judge, and educator from Vancouver, Canada, alongside Stevie Kim, the visionary behind the Iconic Women in Wine series and a driving force in Italian wine communication. Their combined expertise will foster a dynamic and engaging discussion, providing deep industry insight and a fresh, global perspective on the evolving role of women in Barolo.
With six women representing legendary Barolo producers sharing the stage, this immersive experience will not only highlight the evolving role of women in the region, but will also showcase the exceptional craftsmanship, history and innovation shaping Barolo today.Post this
From Pioneers to Visionaries: Women in Barolo's Evolution
For decades, Barolo remained a traditionally male-dominated region, with wineries passed from father to son. However, women have played an instrumental role in shaping Barolo's legacy, often influencing vineyard and cellar operations before fully stepping into leadership roles. This year's Iconic Women panel brings together a group of strong female leaders, whose vision and winemaking skill have helped support their unique legacies.
Chiara Boschis was the first woman to break into Barolo's inner circle as a winemaker in the 1980's, bringing a fresh perspective to modernist winemaking and the role of women in her region.
Silvia Altare, daughter of legendary Elio Altare, continues to challenge the conventions in Barolo, embodying a new generation of innovation while maintaining deep respect for the region's roots.
Elisa Fantino, the second generation of the Conterno Fantino winery, continues the path carved by the family, continuing to evolve the legacy that was started in the 1990's by her father Guido Fantino and uncle Claudio Conterno.
Cristina Oddero, from a family with a centuries-old winemaking tradition, represents the intersection of heritage and forward-thinking viticulture, particularly in the realm of sustainability.
Barbara Sandrone, daughter of legendary Luciano Sandrone, brings her own voice and leadership to one of Barolo's most revered wineries.
Enrica Scavino, following in the footsteps of her father Enrico Scavino, stands with her sister Elisa at the forefront of elevating terroir expression and precision winemaking in Barolo.
Iconic Women of Barolo Masterclass and Guided Tasting
The three previous editions of Iconic Women in Italian Wine have been standing room only and the 4th Edition will be no different, with limited spaces available and hotly contested attendance for the Masterclass and accompanying tasting. Each speaker will bring one wine of her choice, all from the 2015 vintage. Michaela Morris and Stevie Kim will lead the guided tasting for the audience, with the producers on hand to provide insights into their individual wines, vineyard and cellar philosophies, and the nuances of the vintage.
With six women representing legendary Barolo producers sharing the stage, this immersive experience will not only highlight the evolving role of women in the region, but will also showcase the exceptional craftsmanship, history and innovation shaping Barolo today. The session is a unique opportunity to discover the importance of family in the personal development of each woman's career, and hear their personal perspectives and vision for Barolo wines of the future generations.
Iconic Women in Wine: Six Leaders from Barolo is a must-attend event for wine professionals, collectors, and enthusiasts eager to gain a deeper understanding of Barolo through the voices of its most inspiring women. The session will be held on Monday, April 7th from 13:00 to 14:00 on the Main Stage at wine2digital in the PalaExpo at Veronafiere. Registration to attend this scintillating Masterclass will open soon on Iconic Women of Barolo.
WHOM YOU KNOW STRONGLY ENCOURAGES BAROLO BRAND OWNERS TO REACH OUT TO PEACHY FOR REVIEW; SHE LOVES BAROLO AND SHE LOVES ITALIAN WINE!
Reserve your spot now at https://www.vinitaly.com/en/events-calendar/vinitaly/vinitaly-2025/iconic-women-in-italian-wine-the-barolo-edition/ – this is one Vinitaly 2025 Masterclass you won't want to miss.
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#MovietimeInManhattan #CruisingPeachy Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX® Team up to Kick off the 2025 FORMULA 1® Race Season With 25 IMAX® Theaters Worldwide Hosting Special Fan-First Premiere Screenings of Apple Original Films’ Event Film of the Summer, F1
To celebrate the start of the FORMULA 1 2025 season, tickets are on sale now for fan-first premiere screenings of Apple Original Films’ upcoming film F1 in 25 IMAX® locations around the globe, to be held on one night only, June 23, at 7:00 p.m. local time. Warner Bros. Pictures will release in theaters and IMAX® across North America on June 27, and internationally beginning on June 25, so fans who take advantage of this opportunity will not only see the event film of the summer before everyone else, but also experience the most authentic racing film of all time on the biggest screens available.
Jeff Goldstein, President, Warner Bros. Pictures Global Distribution, stated, “FORMULA 1 is the global titan in the sport of racing, and it’s clear that F1 is gearing up to be one of the most hotly anticipated films of the year. Together with our partners at IMAX®, we wanted to provide moviegoers the chance to see the film as soon as possible—to see Brad Pitt himself driving these incredible machines—and what better way than to kick off FORMULA 1’s 2025 season by offering audiences in 25 markets around the world this fantastic opportunity?”
Tickets are on sale now—exclusively in IMAX®—HERE.
From Apple Original Films and the filmmakers from Top Gun: Maverick comes the high-octane, action-packed feature film F1, starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski. The film is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Kosinski, famed FORMULA 1 driver Lewis Hamilton, Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner and Chad Oman.
Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was FORMULA 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he’s a nomadic racer-for-hire when he’s approached by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), owner of a struggling FORMULA 1 team that is on the verge of collapse. Ruben convinces Sonny to come back to FORMULA 1 for one last shot at saving the team and being the best in the world. He’ll drive alongside Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris), the team's hotshot rookie intent on setting his own pace. But as the engines roar, Sonny’s past catches up with him and he finds that in FORMULA 1, your teammate is your fiercest competition—and the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.
F1 also stars Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and Javier Bardem, and has been shot during actual Grand Prix weekends as the team competes against the titans of the sport.
Kosinski directs from a screenplay by Ehren Kruger. The film is executive produced by Daniel Lupi. Collaborating with Kosinski behind the scenes are his creative team, including director of photography Claudio Miranda, production designers Mark Tildesley and Ben Munro, editor Stephen Mirrione, costume designer Julian Day, casting director Lucy Bevan and composer Hans Zimmer.
Apple Original Films Presents a Monolith Pictures / Jerry Bruckheimer / Plan B Entertainment / Dawn Apollo Films Production, A Film by Joseph Kosinski, F1, distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, in theaters and IMAX nationwide on June 27, 2025 and internationally beginning 25 June 2025.
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#CruisingPeachy Acumatica Launches Motorsport Partnership with Championship-Winning Venture Engineering
Acumatica, a leading provider of cloud-based business management solutions, today announced a strategic motorsport partnership with Venture Innovations, the racing division of Venture Engineering, a premier engineering and motorsport company based in Oxfordshire, England. The partnership expands on an 18-month customer relationship during which Venture Engineering has successfully implemented Acumatica Manufacturing Edition across its engineering and racing operations.
Acumatica will sponsor Venture Engineering’s Mercedes-AMG GT4 car throughout the 2025 Michelin 24H European Series, building on the team's impressive debut at the 24H Barcelona, where they won the GT4 class during the 2024 season. The series is known for its challenging endurance events, featuring 24-hour and 12-hour races at iconic circuits like Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium, Paul Ricard in southern France and Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Spain.
“Racing and cloud ERP systems may seem worlds apart, but both thrive on precision, innovation and split-second decisions. That’s why sponsoring Venture Engineering as they build for the future and challenge for the 2025 title feels like a natural fit,” said John Case, CEO of Acumatica. "When our customer wins titles on the racetrack using the same data-driven principles that fuel our software, we don't just cheer from the sidelines—we join the race.”
Venture Engineering has built a strong reputation for delivering high-level engineering solutions across various racing series, with a rich Sportscar and GT Racing heritage. Leveraging Acumatica's robust solution, Venture Engineering has experienced greater workplace efficiencies, allowing it to scale its operations and manage multiple projects. The company's collaborative relationship with Acumatica has already yielded valuable insights into tailoring business management solutions for specialized engineering and motorsport applications.
"Our partnership with Acumatica has transformed how we manage our business operations," said Andrew Williamson, commercial director at Venture Engineering. "We're excited to bring this relationship to the track, showcasing both our racing prowess and how Acumatica's flexible ERP solutions can benefit high-performance engineering businesses."
Acumatica’s sponsorship of Venture Engineering will span the entire Michelin 24H European Series calendar, including:Round 1: 12H Mugello (March 21-23)
Round 2: 12H Spa-Francorchamps (April 18-20)
Round 3: 12H Misano (May 23-24)
Round 4: 12H Paul Ricard (July 4-5)
Round 5: 24H Barcelona (September 26-28)
Acumatica’s sponsorship of Venture Engineering adds to its growing portfolio of professional sponsorships, reflecting the company's commitment to partnering with athletes who are dedicated to competing and winning at the highest levels.
“The endurance required of the teams racing in the Michelin 24H Series is particularly relevant to our values—where sustained performance, reliability and strategic excellence are paramount to success,” said Case. “Through these strategic partnerships, we continue to demonstrate how Acumatica Cloud ERP empowers organizations to transform data into competitive advantages, adapt quickly to changing conditions and maintain peak performance in the face of rigorous demands and under severe pressure."
For more information about how Acumatica's cloud ERP solutions power championship performance across industries, visit acumatica.com/success-stories/ or schedule a personalized demo today.
About Acumatica
Acumatica Cloud ERP is a comprehensive business management solution that was born in the cloud and built for more connected, collaborative ways of working. Designed explicitly to enable small and mid-market companies to thrive in today’s digital economy, Acumatica’s flexible solution, customer-friendly business practices and industry-specific functionality help growing businesses adapt to fast-moving markets and take control of their future. For more information, visit acumatica.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
About Venture Engineering
Venture Engineering is a motorsport engineering and manufacturing business, delivering high-performance, innovative engineering solutions across the automotive sector and beyond—driving excellence both on and off track. The business operates across four key streams, allowing the team to support a diverse range of projects in Engineering & Manufacturing, Modern Motorsport, Historic Motorsport, and Special Projects. With cutting-edge expertise and advanced capabilities, Venture Engineering provides solutions to teams across multiple racing series, driving performance and excellence at every level of competition.
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#CulturedPeachy @whitneymuseum THE WHITNEY MUSEUM CELEBRATES 10 YEARS DOWNTOWN WITH 10 WEEKS OF PUBLIC PROGRAMS AND EVENTS BEGINNING MAY 1
The Whitney Museum of American Art presents Decade Downtown, a series of on-site public programs and events spanning ten weeks, starting in May 2025 and running through mid-July to celebrate ten years of the Whitney in the Meatpacking District.
Since May 2015, the Museum has called this neighborhood home in its Renzo Piano– designed building at 99 Gansevoort Street. As part of a neighborhood rich in history, creativity, and cultural exchange, the Whitney has played an integral role in contributing to this vibrant cultural center on Manhattan’s west side by bringing art, ideas, and community together with its state-of-the-art exhibitions, education programing, free admissions initiatives, and strong engagement with partner organizations and neighbors. To mark this exciting milestone and celebrate many more years to come, Decade Downtown will activate the Museum building and surrounding neighborhood with festivities for visitors of all ages. Enjoy free admission during Free Friday Nights, from 5–10 pm each week, and Free Second Sundays each month. Also enjoy live music, dance parties, and DJ sets in the Museum lobby throughout the ten weeks. In the month of May, there will be a special pop-up Decade Downtown listening lounge presented by Public Records where visitors can kick back, relax, and enjoy time with friends and family on the Museum’s 7th floor. Artist-led programs, artmaking activities, and more will be available throughout the ten weeks of programming along with critically acclaimed exhibitions like Amy Sherald: American Sublime, opening April 9, Christine Sun Kim: All Day All Night, and Shifting Landscapes. Decade Downtown also coincides with two beloved annual celebrations at the Whitney, Pride and West Side Fest. Whitney Pride activities will run throughout the month of June and include performances by New York City Gay Men’s Chorus, queer history walking tours of the Meatpacking District, and much more. These free public programs and events are dedicated to LGBTQ+ artists and communities and offer an inclusive space for all to gather and enjoy American art. In July, Decade Downtown will culminate with West Side Fest, a three-day festival from July 11–13 organized by the West Side Cultural Network—a group of museums, parks, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions located within a half-mile portion of historic New York. Visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate the vibrant, cultural village along the waterfront of Manhattan’s west side. More information about Decade Downtown and updated program information is available on the Whitney’s website at whitney.org/decade-downtown.
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