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A performer since childhood, Ron James has spent more than thirty years as an actor, singer, broadcaster and popular master of ceremonies. He added "writer" to his list of credits about twenty years ago when he began regularly penning articles for a Nashville-based

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Food & Drink > Restaurant Reviews Restaurant reviews: Ristorante Sarnelli's, Orange Park, FL: 1 of 1
Ristorante Sarnelli's 2023 Park Ave Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 269-1331 When traveling I always try to find authentic little local Italian places rather than the big chain restaurants. Nothing wrong with Olive Garden and Carrabba's, but.... If you're anywhere near Orange Park, Florida, do yourself a favor and visit Ristoran... More..
Food & Drink > Pasta, Grain & Rice Recipes How to make risotto: 13 of 25
Risotto! It just sounds so Italian, doesn't it? Risotto is a staple in Northern Italian cooking, especially in Milanese cuisine. Cooks in the northern regions of Italy rely on rice much more than those in the more pasta oriented areas to the south. Lombardia, Piemonte and the Veneto abound in rice paddies. Contrary to some b... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Make ahead Poor-man's pizza: 6 of 10
I don't know about the "Poor Man's" part, but these pizza recipes are quick, easy, economical and delicious. ITALIAN BREAD PIZZA (Okay, some call it "French Bread Pizza," but, hey, we're talking pizza here!) 1 loaf Italian bread (or French, if you insist) 1 jar prepared pizza sauce olive oil dried Italian seasonings grated P... More..
Food & Drink > Dairy & Egg Recipes Recipes: Cheese cracker appetizers: 3 of 5
Face it. Anybody can slap a little something on a Ritz. Let's get creative and make our own cheese crackers! Here's an easy recipe for delicious cheese crackers you can make at home. Serve some up at your next party. EASY CHEESY CRACKERS 1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese* 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black p... More..
Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods How to structure Italian meals: 2 of 3
So you want to prepare a big, traditional Italian feast. Let's begin by emphasizing that there are really no "rules" for preparing an Italian meal. Unlike the complexities of "haute cuisine," Italian food is beautiful in its simplicity. This is intended as a simple guideline for those just starting to explore the wonderful w... More..
Food & Drink > Sauce, Spread & Dip Recipes Recipes: Sauces, spreads and dips: 24 of 32
If you like fondue, here's a great recipe for an Italian fondue. In Italian, it's called fondula and it's made with rich fontina cheese, a medium-fat Italian cheese with a nice salty flavor. Pair this tasty cheese dip up with some warm, fresh ciabatta or foccacia, a light salad and a full-bodied red wine for il pasto favolos... More..
Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Tribute to Paul Newman: 2 of 2
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Paul Newman. That he was a Hollywood legend cannot be denied. But as a result of an all-too-brief personal encounter, I once got a look at the wonderful man behind the movie star. I always liked Paul Newman. His marvelous portrayals of complex and sometimes flawed characters in films ... More..