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Mike Moreno Quartet live at the Jazz Gallery, NYC — February 12, 2008.

“I Have A Dream” by Herbie Hancock.

Mike Moreno, guitar
Aaron Parks, piano
Massimo Biolcati, bass
Obed Calvaire, drums


CD PICK OF THE WEEK ** SENZO** ABDULLAH IBRAHIM

Author: Rhonda Monique
March 11, 2009

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Price $13.99

The nearly two-dozen tracks are an incredible potpourri of standards and original compositions that sing and swing in a number of tones and tempos: Banyana, Children of Africa, is a zesty dance, while Third Line Samba, a ditty inspired by the New Orleans street parades, reflects the experiences of the African Diaspora, contrasted by For Coltrane, a heartfelt tribute to the saxophone giant on par with Ibrahim s very personal take on Ellington s In A Sentimental Mood, and Ocean & The River open and close the CD and display Ibrahim s hypnotic sonic storytelling.

With enough stories to cover several lifetimes, told through eighty-eight keys, Abdullah Ibrahim s Senzo reveals that his …uninhibited, intimate relationship with sound combines the sage wisdom of an ancient shaman with the insatiable curiosity of a little boy …[the pianist] not only catches up with his ancestors, the widely traveled nomad also finds himself.


GREAT VALENTINE GIFT IDEA FOR HER

Author: Rhonda Monique
February 13, 2009

Forzieri ItalianoTema is a simple, sleek and elegant watch collection by Raymond Weil. With two rivers of sparkling diamonds on an opalescent dial, this jeweled watch is designed for the modern and sophisticated woman with a strong personality. Get her something she’ll enjoy for years to come.
Price: $850.00
Buy Your Honey One Here!


GREAT VALENTINE GIFT IDEA FOR HIM

Author: Rhonda Monique
February 11, 2009

Gentleman's Cigar ChestGentleman’s Cigar Chest

This handsome wood box is accented with antique copper has a hinged lid and comes filled with distinctive gourmet treats. A refined gift for the man that enjoys the good things in life.

  • Malta Bella Cappuccino Toffee
  • Fudge Filled shortbread cookies 3.oz
  • Camembert Cheese
  • Pepper Wine Biscuits
  • Cocktail Olives
  • Pacific Northwest Smoked Salmon fillets
  • A Championship Life
  • 3 Solid Milk Chocolate Cigars
  • Gourmet treats tub w/ caramels
  • 2 Fine Cigars
  • Solid wood w/ Antique Brass latch Chest

  • Cigar in the Bottle is an exclusive luxury product that was released after 10 years of development. It features a patented glass bottle hand blown in the South of France that contains a patented glass chamber in the center to store and protect a cigar. The cigar is sealed inside with a patented Humidipak gel system that maintains and preserves the cigar’s freshness. The surrounding liquid is Grand Pommier XS Calvados, an exquisite apple brandy from Normandy, France made from over 100 varieties of apples, then double distilled and aged for up to 40 years. This spirit won backCigar in a bottle-to-back Double Gold, Best Calvados and Best of Show honors even before the product’s release. The cigar is a Fuente Forbidden X, even more exclusive than the coveted OpusX. Most notably, the tobaccos for this cigar are finished in used Grand Pommier XS barrels to lend an apple brandy aroma. Robb Report rated the cigar “Best of the Best.” The product comes with a jewelry grade gift box and is truly the perfect gift for the man (OR WOMAN) who has almost everything. The bottles are numbered, and collectors note that the odd numbered and even numbered bottles have different labeling on the bottom. Cigar in the Bottle retails for approximately $300 per bottle. Shop Authorized Retailers


    FOR THE CHOCOLATE LOVER IN YOU OR THE ONE YOU LOVE!

    Author: Rhonda Monique
    November 27, 2008

    Z ChocolateSweet flirtation!
    Beware, within the confines of this sleek, shimmering metallic colored box is a dazzling selection of 29 handmade French, to-die-for chocolate confections. An epic temptation, as all these divine chocolates were created by small artisan chocolate makers, virtuosos of their craft. Each masterpiece will seduce your senses with an array of alluring aromas, incomparable flavors and tempting textures. You can even select each and every chocolate for the ultimate personalized bliss.

    Each of the 29 delectable gourmet chocolates within this collection is a hand-made creation. Savor an amazing variety of pralinés and Caramel truffles; discover sublimely flavored chocolates hinting of orange essence, ripe raspberries, wild blackberry, Bourbon vanilla, star anise, ginger-bread and even lavender-honey; all cloaked in rich dark chocolate or thickly dusted with pure pungent cocoa or encased in creamy milk chocolate.

    Click here for pure indulgent decadence


    BvlgariZERO1 is the must-have BVLGARI jewel. Its iconic and linear design features the central spiral and two lateral rims with the double logo engraved.ZERO1 small round pendant in 18kt white gold with pavé diamonds. 0.60″ diameter.

    Price $3,850.00 (Chain sold separately)

    SHOP HERE


    GREAT GIFT IDEA FOR THE GADGET GURU IN YOUR LIFE

    Author: Rhonda Monique
    November 3, 2008

    USB MP3 Pen + FM Radio + Voice Recorder USB MP3 Pen + FM Radio + Voice Recorder

    Staright from the Hong Kong based gadget shop Brando is an all-in-one-pen.  The USB pen features an MP3 Player, voice recorder & FM radio, so while it still does the old-fashioned “writing”, you can listen to your tunes & news as well. 

    This electronically-enhanced writing utensil cost range from $43 - $60, still cheaper than an iPod but more expensive than a Bic. The USB pen measures 148×18mm and weighs 50g. The Pen is moisture proof, shockproof and shielded against electromagnetic waves.

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    Get your gadget here


    GREAT GIFT IDEA SAYER AUTO COCKTAIL SHAKER

    Author: Rhonda Monique
    October 1, 2008

      RAULPH LAURENPRICE: $295.00

    This sleek, sophisticated cocktail shaker is the perfect addition to the well-appointed home bar. Crafted from highly polished silver-plated brass in a sweeping, cylindrical silhouette that tapers to the base. Shaker is accented with our RL monogram in oversized block letters. Comes with a removable warmer in supple stitched leather. The Ralph Lauren monogram is delicately etched at the base.

    GIFT IT HERE


    CHOCOLATES UNDER LOCK AND KEY: PETITS RICHART IN A BURLWOOD VAULT

    Author: Rhonda Monique
    September 16, 2008

    Petits Richart in a Burlwood VaultPrice: $825.00

    Enhance the pleasing ritual of tasting and sharing chocolate. Hand-crafted exclusively for RICHART and exquisitely designed to display it’s gourmet content, the vault presents 7 drawers of chocolate (112 pieces) complete with temperature and humidity gauges.
    balsamics

    For all the soothing benefits of a relaxing balm for the body and mind…
    A classically innovative line for the lovers of the true and natural…
    7 cocoa ganach flavors from Venezuela, Madagascar and New Guinea.

    citrus
    The Citrus family beautifully combines the sweetness of fruit with its wonderfully tart and tangy counterparts. Kumquat Coulis, Orange zest Coulis, Mandarin/Green Orange Ganache, Lemon Ganache, Grapefruit Ganache, Bergamot Ganache, Citrus Essence Coulis.

    floral
    The charm of a country bouquet and the mesmerizing birth of an exotic flower come together in the Floral family.
    Neroli Ganache, Wildflower Ganache, Alpine Flower Ganache, Ylang Ylang Ganache, “Rosea” Geranium Ganache, Lavender Ganache, Exotic Flower Ganache.

    fruity
    The fruit family celebrates the joy of life, renaissance of the summer and all of its warm glory. Apricot Ganache, Prune coulis, Chestnut Coulis, Pineapple Ganache, Raspberry Ganache, Mango/Passionfruit Ganache, Blueberry Ganache.

    herbal
    A host of incredible scents takes over, and a gourmet infusion brings us closer to the roots of the nourishing earth. Jasmine Tea Ganache, Verbana/Mint Ganache, Green Tea Ganache, Thyme Praline, Basil Ganache, Anise/Fennel Ganache, Herbal Bouquet Ganache.

    spiced
    The rare and precious ingredients of the Spice family reveal their aromas skillfully, sharpening the nuances in each of the flavors.
    Cinnamon Ganache, Cardamom Ganache, Nutmeg Praline, Curry Praline, 7-spice Ganache, Clove Ganache, Ginger Ganache.

    roasted
    Cracking and crumbling the Roasted family of RICHART Chocolate is adventure with a capital “A.”
    Caramel Coulis, Almond Praline, Hazelnut Praline, Walnut Praline, Pistachio Praline, Coffe Ganache, Roasted Essence Ganache.
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