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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Second Concert on the Commons series set for Thursday night
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The Inner Banks Media Concert on the Commons concert series returns to Greenville this week on Thursday, May 22. On April 24, the concert featured The Dave Matthew's Tribute Band. This week, the concert will feature beach legends, The Embers, and Craig Woolard at the Greenville Toyota Amphitheater. The Embers will perform their huge hits 'I Love Beach Music' and 'Far Away Places' plus some of the songs Woolard has recorded including 'Love Don't Come No Stronger' and 'What You Do To Me'. They will also perform other recognizable hit songs. 'We are excited to have Craig and the Embers back,' Managing Partner of Inner Banks Media, Hank Hinton said. 'Craig is such an amazing showman, and everyone can sing along to all those great songs'. The show starts at 6:00 p.m. and is free of charge. There are no coolers allowed, but beer and wine will be available for purchase. Food trucks will also be lined up along First Street. 'The shows are free again this year, but we are reminding people not to bring coolers', said Hinton. 'One of the ways we keep the shows free to the public is by working with the Greenville Junior League on beverage sales'. Don't miss out on the next three shows happening on June 5, June 26, and July 10. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Metro
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
This country has finished last the most at Eurovision (and no, it's not the UK)
With the Eurovision Song Contest set to air on BBC1 tonight in Switzerland, fans are keen to know who is favourite to win the iconic competition… and who risks scoring the dreaded Nil Points. All eyes will be on pop group Remember Monday tonight, in the hope that they can buck the recent trend of the UK finishing toward the bottom of the leaderboard. The band, consisting of Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull and Charlotte Steele, will be taking to the stage to perform a rendition of What the Hell Just Happened? for juries and audiences worldwide. This comes after last year's UK representative, Olly Alexander, finished in a disappointing 18th place, receiving a blistering 0 points in the public vote – with only 46 jury votes saving him from a humiliating last-place finish. The UK has finished in last place a total of five times (so far!), with James Newman most recently receiving Nil Points for the song Embers, back in 2021. But which nation has been the most unsuccessful in Eurovision history? Those who remember last year's competition may recall that Norway finished in last place, with 16 points. This marked the 12th time they have finished bottom of the table, making Norway the country which has come last the most in Eurovision history. During last year's competition, Norwegian folk rock and metal band Gåte performed their rendition of Ulveham, earning the country its most recent last-place finish. Before then, Norway had finished in last place for their 2012 entry, Stay by Tooji (but we'll forgive you if you don't remember that particular performance). Since making its debut in the contest in 1960, Norway has also come in last place in 1963, 1969, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1981, 1990, 1997, 2001 and 2004. But it isn't all bad news – as the Scandinavian country has also won the contest three times and scored the biggest victory ever in 2009, winning by a huge margin. The UK has finished last in Eurovision a total of four times. These were in 2008 with Andy Abraham (14 points), in 2010 with Josh Dubovie (10 points), in 2019 with Michael Rice (11 points), and in 2021 with James Newman (0 points). Last year, Olly Alexander narrowly missed coming bottom of the table, placing 18th out of 25 in the Grand Final. The UK's Eurovision performance was considerably better in the 20th century, having won the contest a total of five times in 1967, 1969, 1976, 1981 and 1997. Bookmakers currently have Sweden as the favourite to win Eurovision 2024, with most giving the nation 40% odds to take home the trophy. More Trending Also in the running are Austria and France, with a respective 20% and 13% chance of winning Meanwhile, the UK's own Remember Monday are dark horses in the competition, with current odds putting them in 11th place, with a mere 1% chance of winning. View More » The Eurovision 2025 Grand Final airs tonight at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: The 17 biggest controversies in Eurovision Song Contest history after Israel protest disruption MORE: UK Eurovision icon reveals secret to winning contest and it doesn't involve singing MORE: Which country has won Eurovision the most?
Wales Online
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Cardiff restaurant named in famous Michelin guide just five months after opening
Cardiff restaurant named in famous Michelin guide just five months after opening The team behind Ember shared their excitement at the news Ember was one of Cardiff's most hotly anticipated openings at the end of last year (Image: WalesOnline ) A restaurant in Cardiff has been named in the famous Michelin guide just five months after opening. Ember in Pontcanna shared the news of their Instagram page, revealing that they had been included in the prestigious list which recommends diners where to eat all over the world. The guide's review of the restaurant praises it for its "straightforward ethos" when it came to cooking and "packing a punch" in its flavours. The full review by Michelin reads: "There's a welcome brightness to this neighbourhood restaurant in one of Cardiff's foodie suburbs. "The simple décor includes light-wood furnishings and a white-topped counter, ensuring a clean, uncluttered feel. "The cooking has a similarly straightforward ethos, looking fairly pared-back on the plate, but packing a punch in its flavours. "Seasonal British ingredients and a notable Italian influence guide the menu, leading to daily made focaccia and a choice of pasta dishes – such as spaghetti topped with lovely red mullet." On Instagram, the team behind Ember shared their excitement at the news. For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here . Content cannot be displayed without consent With a photo showing the team standing outside the restaurant, the caption read: "Absolutely delighted to be included in the [Michelin guide]. "It's been an incredible first 5 months. We can't thank you guys enough for your support and welcoming Embers addition to the neighbourhood. "Huge shout out to the amazing team, suppliers and most important our daily guests who have supported us! We have lots more to give and hope to see you all soon. "Much love, [Chef Dave Killick]". Ember in Pontcanna, Cardiff is owned by Tommy Heaney (right) and David Killick (left) (Image: WalesOnline/Rob Browne ) The Pontcanna restaurant opened in December, in the same building where the popular restaurant Bully's once stood. The restaurant is a collaboration between celebrated chef Tommy Heaney, who also runs Heaneys and Uisce in Pontcanna, and renowned Dave Killick, previously of the Heathcock in Llandaf. Ahead of its opening, the restaurant aimed to combine the strengths of Killick's creative, nose-to-tail approach and expertise in pasta-making to create a laid-back, neighbourhood restaurant that will showcase the best seasonal, British ingredients. To complement the food, Tuva Villa -the head sommelier at Heaneys and UISCE, put together an exciting wine list full of gems handpicked from across Europe, with the drinks offering also including draught lagers, local beers by the can, and a cocktail menu consisting of classics alongside a handful of Tommy's innovative creations. Following its opening, our reporter went over to try out the dishes at Ember and wrote that the restaurant was "well worth the wait". Article continues below They added: "If its menu and pure comfort cooking with high-quality ingredients stay the way it is, Ember will be a beacon of light in Pontcanna for a long time to come." You can read the full review here.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New spark for Jesse's Embers! Favorite Des Moines restaurant sells to young buyer
DES MOINES, Iowa — When Jesse's Embers started serving food in 1963, it was all about change. It had been a 'key club' in the days before it was legal to serve alcohol in a restaurant. Patrons brought in their own liquor, Embers sold them the tonic or soda mixer, and then the drink could be enjoyed inside. When the law changed, owner Jesse Roush jumped at the chance, and turned the Embers into a full-service restaurant. Customers loved his food, but they also loved the suddenly-mixer-free libations he could put on the menu. Among the favorites was the 'Silver Bullet.' 'Double shot of vodka, on the rocks, with a lemon twist,' Roush told WHO 13 in 2013, 'and I had seven bar stools and 15 tables in this restaurant and I had to have two bartenders at noon to keep up.' Sixty-two years later, the place is ready for more change. Owners Marty Scarpino and Deena Edelstein, who took over for Roush, have decided it's their time to step aside, too. The life of a restaurant owner is never easy, but the past five years have been especially tough, here. 'The pandemic was really rough,' Edelstein says. 'We lost our whole lunchtime staff.' While lunches still haven't returned, a far bigger blow came last December when beloved cook, Lanny Sharpe, died of a sudden heart attack at 58. Known to laugh and talk with diners as he worked, Sharpe enjoyed a sort of celebrity status in the restaurant. But it was Sharpe's ability to single-handedly work the Ember's iconic grill that made him invaluable to his bosses. 'He would have probably 20 steaks on that grill and he knew how every single one needed to be cooked,' Edelstein says. 'And he did it all by himself.' ISU students react to proposed tuition price hike 'He didn't want any help,' Scarpino adds. 'He knew what order went on what plate, and he always showed up for work.' Sharpe's loss took the wind out of place. 'He died on a Thursday and we just closed,' Scarpino says. 'We didn't open back up until the following Wednesday.' Scarpino and Edelstein agree that Sharpe's death made them realize it was time for a change. 'We're tired,' she says. 'Marty's tired, I'm tired. It's time for us to step away and enjoy life.' When they listed Jesse's Embers for sale in January, it sent shockwaves through the Des Moines restaurant scene. One of those waves reached 28-year-old Carter Annett. 'My dad was at a Drake basketball game when he heard the news,' says Annett, who's worked in the restaurant business since his youth. 'I couldn't believe it. It's been a long time since a place like this has been for sale. It just felt stupid not to jump at the chance.' Despite his age, Annett appealed to Scarpino and Edelstein. 'We wanted someone young who wanted to be here every day,' says Edelstein. 'We didn't want someone who was going to just hire a manager. We liked Carter right away.' 'I told him if he wanted to run this place, he needed to wear a tie,' Scarpino adds with a wink. 'He said 'I've never worn a tie at work.' And I told him 'Well, you want to work down here, you need to wear a tie.' So he's gonna wear a tie and greet people.' Edelstein says they also wanted the new owner to preserve the menu and décor. Once again, Annett said all the right things. 'As far as the menu goes, nothing's changing,' he says, 'I'm not changing any of the vendors, either. The food stays the same. I don't want to make people who've been coming here for 40 years mad. It'd be a sin.' Outside the food, there will be a few changes. 'Internet is coming,' Annett laughs. 'And we're going to add an operating system so it'll be like computers and terminals and two or three hand-helds. Just easier for the customer to do, easier for my people here.' Annett says he also plans to bring back lunch service at some point soon. Metro News: 'Hope cannot be forgotten': Iowa inmates to get cold case playing cards with 52 unsolved cases New spark for Jesse's Embers! Favorite Des Moines restaurant sells to young buyer Grimes switching to on-demand transportation with HIRTA Thousands of Iowa students learn about skilled trades careers Dino-mite experience coming to Blank Park Zoo Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
