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This week on Food Nation Radio Network
Special guest, nationally-known author and television host Nathalie Dupree helps me, the biscuit-challenged to make a fluffy biscuit for National Biscuits and Gravy Week.
Food Nation Radio Network Press Release 9/7/11
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Press Contact: Kaytee Smith
Ph: 847-745-5699
E: info@foxrockcommunications.com
FoxRock Syndication Services Serves Up THE FOOD NATION RADIO NETWORK
Chicago, IL, September 7, 2011 – FoxRock Syndication Services, a division of FoxRock Communications Inc. announced today an agreement with THE FOOD NATION RADIO NETWORK with ELIZABETH DOUGHERTY to join its roster of syndicated programming.
“We are all really excited that Elizabeth Dougherty is bringing her great program to a national audience, and we’re proud to be a part of this adventure. Her show is fun and informative, and the perfect weekend escape,” said FoxRock Communications President Matt Smith.
THE FOOD NATION RADIO NETWORK is a one hour weekend show flagshipped on Genesis Communications’ WWBA AM 820 in Tampa, FL. Elizabeth, along with Tampa radio veteran, Michael Serio send listeners on an adventure of “good food, great fun, and the good life”. It is delivered via Internet download and is available on a barter basis. Host Elizabeth Dougherty has an extensive background in food writing and culinary arts training. Her years of experience cooking and writing about food help demystify the concepts of good cooking for good health. She has written articles on food that have appeared in several major publications. Additionally, her website, www.elizabethdougherty.com and Facebook pages, “Elizabeth Dougherty” and “Eat St. Pete!”, are among the most visited in the area, along with a strong presence on Twitter, keywords “FoodNationRadio”.
THE FOOD NATION RADIO NETWORK host Elizabeth Dougherty said, “We are pleased to partner with FoxRock Syndication as Food Nation Radio continues to grow so that we can continue to concentrate on the compelling (and fun) content we provide to our listeners each week.”
Demo materials for THE FOOD NATION RADIO NETWORK can be found on the FoxRock Communications website, www.foxrockcommunications.com. Interested stations can also contact FoxRock by phone at 847-745-5699 or via email at info@foxrockcommunications.com.
FoxRock Syndication Services is a division of FoxRock Communications, based in Chicago, IL. FoxRock Syndication Services distributes programs to thousands of stations and listeners each day. In addition to THE FOOD NATION RADIO NETWORK, the FoxRock Syndication Services family includes: POSITIVE PARENTING RADIO PUBLIC AFFAIRS, THE BLOCK WITH TIM, BATTLE LINE with ALAN NATHAN, THE DR. EVELYN HIGGINS SHOW, THE REMOTE NEWS SERVICE, and the RADIO NECTAR UNSOLD INVENTORY SOLUTION.
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Mad About Tipping Practices
There are quiet revolutions going on in the restaurant world right now. One of them involves the touchy subject of tipping. Until the last couple of years, most upscale dining establishments in the United States had a voluntary gratuity for the service staff. I don’t think anyone (including me) minds giving a generous tip in the range of 18 – 20% for good service. According to a recent Zagat survey, however, most (including me) would much rather do it of our own accord and greatly dislike being forced to tip via a “service charge” attached to the tab.
Special Report – St. Pete Restaurants Dealing with Today’s Economy
Times are tough. While we are all pushing forward, we see the signs around us. Over the last year, some notable local restaurants have called it quits. Pacific Wave, Diner 437 are 2 examples. Some of these were places (like Cheers) where locals would go and everyone would know your name. It’s sad, really.
Special Report Part 2 – St. Pete Restaurants Dealing with Today’s Economy
We talked about parking and the economy affecting restaurants in the area. What are the restaurants doing to rally back and keep people coming to their establishments? A lot, really.
Final in a Series – St. Pete Restaurants and the Economy
The past few weeks have been interesting, as I’ve collected feedback from both restaurant proprietors and the general public about their views on the dining establishments in St. Pete.
What Has Happened to the Latin Inspired Restaurants?
I really try to be supportive of local restaurants, especially those that stay true to Florida’s heritage. You might be wondering what Florida’s cuisine is about when I make such an assertion. Don’t worry, the rest of the world has the same perception. Very few people understand what influences have combined to make our regional cuisine unique. There are several reasons for this, including lack of consistency, spotty quality and a general lack of attention to normal preparation techniques, not to mention the huge glut of tourist spots around major attractions that mass produce food without a second thought to any real concept.
There are two sides to every story… What’s happening at Bella Brava
Everyone knows there are changes happening at Bella Brava. With the very recent departure of Domenica Macchia, everyone is wondering about the future of the restaurant.
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