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Montreal
Culinary Cachet
By JEFF HEILMAN
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Every Montrealer, it seems, is an authority on the city’s culinary scene. Julie, my breakfast server at the five-star Sofitel Golden Mile—a superior meetings choice on Sherbrooke Street—described the indigenous hunger for exploring the city’s epicurean landscape, while jotting down five favorite haunts.
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Shopkeeper Nicholas spoke knowledgeably about Spanish and Portuguese hot spots. Artist Jacques told me why all Rue St. Denis cafes occupy the left side of the street (to better catch the sun) and all about Montreal’s Bring Your Own Wine (BYOW) culture. An enviably fit jogger enthused about the all-vegetarian eatery Crudessence, while I panted up those hard stairs leading to Mont-Royal’s panoramic lookout.
Other conversations would follow, making it clear that food and drink are automatic conversation-starters around town.
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Rhode Island
Rooms with a View
By RAYNA KATZ
Although it’s the smallest state by area, Rhode Island has much to boast about. The Ocean State has several unusual, striking spots to visit, such as the Newport Mansions or OceanCliff Resort. It also features many unique cultural offerings, like the International Tennis Hall of Fame and the Culinary Museum at Johnson & Wales.
In addition to providing things to see and do, many venues throughout the state are available for private events. Following are eight great spots where you can book a program and dazzle guests.
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It’s Raining Menus
National Restaurant Association predicts 2012 menu trends
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The National Restaurant Association’s “What’s Hot in 2012” survey of nearly 1,800 professional chefs – members of the American Culinary Federation (ACF) – reveals that children’s nutrition and local sourcing will be the hottest trends on restaurant menus this coming year. The chefs also identified smartphone apps and tablet computers as the top technology trends. In addition, six out of 10 chefs said they would consider a food truck as an entrepreneurial business venture.
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| CSR: Creating Positive Results |
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Including a well-planned corporate social responsibility (CSR) program can reap dividends such as inspired attendees and good p.r. for your organization. Discover some of the latest CSR trends and how you can communicate their importance to organizational stakeholders—all with an eye on the bottom line.
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