• Tina Turner – Queen Of Rock And Roll

    Tina Turner – the ultimate musical powerhouse. The Queen of rock and roll started her career with Ike Turner’s Kings of Rhythm band in 1957 under the name of Little Ann. She later changed her name to Tina Turner and in conjunction with Ike Turner the two became one of the most formidable musical duets.…

  • Yum Yum – Chicken Thighs With Pan-Fried Potatoes

    COMFORT FOOD AT IT’S BEST- BBQ CHICKEN WITH PAN-FRIED POTATOESA scrumptious dinner for two – easy, no muss, no fuss, that will delight your taste buds. Tasting NotesWho doesn’t like that fantastic BBQ taste, sweet, spicy and coupled with pan-fried potatoes, rich, bathed in garlic and onions and the earthy pepper taste.And then that simple…

  • Beach Boys – The Big Hits Captured California Cool

    Their name – The Beach Boys – says it all. They managed to capture the Zeitgeist of California cool. It was something we all can relate to. Cool, bouncy, happy, bring it on, not a care in the world. Their music made them one of the most critically acclaimed bands, commercially successful – selling more…

  • Discover the Fascinating Allure of Bangkok Attracting 24 Million Tourists Annually

    Bangkok – a city of endless possibilities, a city of contrasts. More than 24 million people visit Bangkok each year – drawn by its lively atmosphere, historic architecture, ancient temples, lavish gardens, modern shopping edifices, unique floating markets, exciting aromas, interesting sights, visual delights. Bangkok – a city unlike any other. We spent a week…

  • A Tribute To Lucinda Turner, Norman Tait, The Carving Couple That Produced Exquisite, Dramatic, Superb – Northwest Coast Art

    Written By George Froehlich This is a tribute to two amazing people – Norman Tait and Lucinda Turner. Both have left us. In the annals of Northwest Coast art they were unique and special. Unique because as a couple they broke the traditional mold that only one person can produce great Northwest Coast art. Special…

  • Mary Munson – Being Conventional Is Not Her Gig, Inveterate Story Teller, Connoisseur Of Life

    Meet Mary Munson. A bundle of energy, an upbeat attitude, exploring new possibilities, accepting new challenges, seeking new adventurers. All of those attributes, launched her career in broadcasting, got her writing a book (not quite finished yet), turned her into a hooker – a hooker of rugs, resulted in getting married at age 60. Mary…

  • Autumn – The Magic, The Splendour, And Firewood Crackle

    Fall is special. Evoking emotions galore – introspection, wistfulness, joy, awe, renewal. One of the best places to see fall in all its splendour is Gatenau Park – 139 square miles – in Quebec, adjacent to Ottawa. All comfy and cozy now – listen to firewood crackling in the fireplace. Every Wednesday, veteran journalist, George…

  • George Tanner – Life Is A Constant Adventure

    Meet George Tanner. George is a hairdresser. He grew up in a small village, outside Zurich, Switzerland, with his twin brother, Peter. George wanted to be a pilot but he did not get accepted into the pilot training program. He was heartbroken but his mother, ever practical, advised him to become a barber. Her reason…

  • Bruce Springsteen Blue-Collar Music, Liberal Outlook

    Enduring music, enduring themes, Bruce Springsteen, 72, captures the American Zeitgeist – blue collar in origin, blue collar in delivery. The Boss – earning that nickname when collecting the performance fees from club owners for the band Earth he was playing in – is one of the most successful musicians of all time. In the…

  • Lena Horne – Music Her Game, Nightclubs Her Fame

    Lena Horne – the ultimate star. She could act, she could dance, she could protest and, boy, could she sing. This multi-talented performer had a career, spanning 70 years. She started – age 16 – in the chorus at the famous Cotton Club in Harlem, New York. From there she moved on – becoming a…