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Yahoo
21-05-2025
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Best of Taste winners revealed for Taste of Cincinnati 2025. Here's the hot new list
We hope you're hungry because Taste of Cincinnati is around the corner. This week, judges sampled and rated dishes entered into the Best of Taste competition, which represents over 80 culinary pros from restaurants, Findlay Kitchen start-ups and food trucks. Gold, silver and bronze awards were granted in three categories: appetizers/side dishes, entrees and desserts. Taste of Cincinnati returns to Downtown over Memorial Day weekend, May 24-26. Here are the dishes that took home the glory at the pre-event competition this year. Gold: Hankering Southern Kitchen – Fried Green Tomatoes. Silver: Kabobske – Street Corn Hummus and Seasoned Pita Chips. Bronze: Alfio's Buon Chio – Korean Pork BBQ Empanada. Gold: Alfio's Buon Chio – Braised Short Ribs over Gnocchi. Silver: Lobsta Bakes of Main – Pan Seared Lump Crab Cakes. Bronze: Hankering Southern Kitchen – Smoked Carolina Street Tacos. Gold: The Cheesecakery – Black Raspberry Chip Cheesecake. Silver: Pompillio's – Tiramisu Cookes and Cream Cannoli. Bronze: Taste of Belgium – Lemon Poppyseed Waffle. Gold: Honey Child Pops – Peach Thyme Soda. Silver: Jay's Nyam & Jam – Jerk Chicken Wings with Pineapple Jerk Sauce. Bronze: Magnificent Morsels – Shrimp & Grits. Gold: Jay's Nyam & Jam – Jerk Chicken 'Jamaican' Bowl. Silver: Yee Mama – Chicken & Basil Handmade Wonton. Bronze: Sabor Alaniz – Chicken Taquitos. Gold: Walkerbar – Judgy Jenn Ice Cream. Silver: Olive Tree – Mixed Baklava. Bronze: Dojo Gelato – Gooey Butter Cake Gelato. Gold: Dine-In Hawaiian – Ono Hash. Silver: Maw Maw's Creole Kitchen – Mutha Clucka. Bronze: Twisted Greek – Deep Fried Feta. Gold: Twisted Greek – Hera's Garden Gyro. Silver: Quite Frankly – Pumba. Bronze: Fifty West Brewing Co. – Classic Burger. Gold: SugarSnap! Sweet Treats – Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae. Silver: Eliza Jane's Mobile Bake Shop – Peach Cobbler Blondie Sundae. Bronze: Davis Cookie Collection – Strawberry Crunch Sundae. The annual food festival takes place Memorial Day weekend in downtown Cincinnati, stretching from Fifth Street between Elm and Main streets. It takes place during these times: Saturday, May 24, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, May 25, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday, May 26, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Taste of Cincinnati 2025: These dishes won Best of Taste
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
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12 'straight' movies featuring gal pals who totally should have ended up together
Universal Pictures; Universal Pictures; Disney 12 'straight' movies featuring gal pals who totally should have ended up together As wonderful as it is that we've finally started getting more movies that involve actual on-screen explicitly sapphic representation, for many, many years, queer women learned to survive on crumbs. A wink and a nudge here, some unintentional queerbaiting there — we made do, and we loved it. We'll never forget the movies that allowed us to read more into the relationships between our favorite gal pals than the studios were willing to put on screen. We'll also never stop picking up on that sapphic tension, whether the people making the films intended it to be that way or not. 1. 'Pitch Perfect (2012)' — Beca & Chloe ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement - YouTube Nothing screams "friendship" quite like walking into another woman's shower, asking her to sing "Titanium," and then insinuating it's your favorite song to listen to when you're feeling frisky. No matter how many men the people behind Pitch Perfect throw at these ladies across however many movies, we'll always know they belong together. 2. 'Fried Green Tomatoes (1991)' — Idgie & Ruth - YouTube It feels cruel putting Fried Green Tomatoes on this list when the book is explicitly gay, but the movie was not allowed to go that far, so here we are. Ruth and Idgie's love story is one for the history books, and even straightwashing the film can't hide that. 3. 'Barbie (2023)' — Barbie & Gloria ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement - YouTube What could possibly be more delightful than seeing Barbie explore her sapphic side? We already know she wasn't in love with Ken and she's now adrift, searching for her inner truth in the real world. There might be some weird Dr. Frankenstein/Frankenstein's monster undertones in the idea of Barbie and Gloria getting together, but the vibes were there. 4. 'Bring It On (2000)' — Missy & Torrance - YouTube Bring It On is one of those movies where the romance might be cute, but it feels so superfluous. Torrance already gets an important new relationship in her life when Missy auditions for cheer — we never needed Missy's brother coming around on top of that! It clearly was a last resort! 5. 'Thelma & Louise (1991)' — Thelma & Louise ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement - YouTube Well, the argument could be made that Thelma and Louise did end up together, in a sense. 6. 'Descendants (2015)' — Mal & Evie - YouTube This duet between Mal and Evie in Descendants 2 was so gay that even Dove Cameron called it out years later. Sorry not sorry to Ben and Doug! 7. 'Wicked (2024)' — Elphaba & Galinda - YouTube If Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's press tour didn't convince you that Gelphie should be endgame, then it's time to get your gaydar checked. They know it. The original Galinda knows it. The author of the book knows it. While we don't expect Wicked: For Good to explicitly confirm it, it's basically canon at this point. 8. 'Bend It Like Beckham (2002)' — Jess & Jules ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement - YouTube Bend It Like Beckham is one of those movies that's so intrinsically sapphic that everybody tends to forget it actually wasn't. 9. 'The Parent Trap (1998)' — Meredith & Chessy Sure, Meredith and Chessy did not get along at all in The Parent Trap, but enemies-to-lovers always makes a compelling story. And okay, sure, maybe we mostly just want this because Elaine Hendrix and Lisa Ann Walter are such adorable BFFs IRL. 10. 'A Simple Favor (2018)' — Stephanie & Emily - YouTube The first film was gay. The second film was gayer. The third film, should we ever be blessed with such a thing, surely must become the gayest. Paul Feig, we're trusting in you. 11. 'Scooby-Doo (2002)' — Daphne & Velma ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement - YouTube Scooby-Doo was originally supposed to include a kiss between Velma and Daphne, albeit not one that singled the blossoming of a new, legitimate romance. But in every iteration of Scooby-Doo, sapphic fans have clamored for this to come to pass. And it sure would have been nice for it to happen in the version starring Linda Cardellini and Sarah Michelle Gellar. 12. 'Jennifer's Body (2009)' — Needy & Jennifer - YouTube Jennifer's Body can hardly be considered a heterosexual movie, and we won't insult it by pretending otherwise. But whatever desperate obsession was going on between Needy and Jennifer, they absolutely should have joined forces and kept killing boys together — but in a totally gay way. Still keeping our fingers crossed the sequel of our dreams will do it right.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Alabama-born author Fannie Flagg to release new book this summer
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Fannie Flagg, the world-renowned writer who used her childhood in Alabama to tell the story of those on the margins in 'Fried Green Tomatoes,' will release a new book this summer. Flagg, who grew up in Birmingham and aspired to be an actor before she found her voice in writing, has finished a new collection of short stories, 'Something to Look Forward To,' which will be published Aug. 19. In a statement announcing the book, publisher Random House said the book would be full of 'warmhearted, always surprising stories about people who are finding clever ways to deal with the curveballs life sometimes throws at us.' 'With her imagination, humor, and great understanding of the human heart, Fannie Flagg holds a mirror up to the foibles, ingenuity, and imagination of people, inspiring us to laugh at the sometimes eccentric, sometimes brilliant ways people cope with, and ultimately prevail over, the challenges of modern life,' the publisher stated. Flagg's last book, 'The Wonder Boy of Whistle Stop,' was released in 2020. The book served as a sequel to 'Fried Green Tomatoes' 33 years in the making, catching up with the characters of the fictional town of Whistle Stop, Alabama. More information on the book can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
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DGA Appoints Jon Avnet & Karen Gaviola To Lead Negotiations Committee For 2026 Bargaining Cycle
The Directors Guild of America has tapped negotiating committee leadership for next year's talks on a new three-year Basic Agreement and Freelance Live and Tape Television Agreement. Jon Avnet will serve as Chair and Karen Gaviola will serve as Vice Chair of the committee, per the union. The current contracts expire on June 30, 2026. DGA National Executive Director Russell Hollander will serve as chief negotiator. More from Deadline Gizmodo Editorial Staff Ratifies First Union Contract Under New Management Courier Voluntarily Recognizes Newsroom Staff's Unionization With WGA East Pushkin Industries Workers Ratify First Union Contract With Podcast Company Avnet has served on the DGA negotiations committee for the past five bargaining cycles and was chair for the last two. He is currently a National Board member and on the Western Directors Council and is also Co-Chair of the DGA's AI Committee, as well as a Trustee for the DGA Pension and Health Plans. His film and TV credits include Risky Business, Fried Green Tomatoes, Black Swan, Uprising, Justified and Sneaky Pete. Gaviola has been on the negotiations committee for the past six bargaining cycles, serving as co-chair for the previous round. She is an alternate on the DGA National Board and the Western Directors Council. Gaviola also serves as Chair of the DGA Safety Committee, a member of the TV Director Creative Rights Committee, Diversity Task Force, and a Trustee for the DGA Pension and Health Plans. She has directed over 140 episodes of television, including The Boys, The Walking Dead and Paper Girls. She has also served as a producer-director on five series, including Hawaii 5-0 and Lucifer. Per the DGA, the full negotiations committee has yet to be appointed. The group will be made up of professionals from across the guild including directors, assistant directors, unit production managers, associate directors, and stage managers. 'In these challenging times, it's hard to believe that we are already gearing up for the next round of negotiations with the Studios,' DGA President Lesli Linka Glatter said in a statement. 'As we do in every round, the DGA spends an enormous amount of time and resources conducting thorough research to understand the issues facing our members and our industry, while preparing to best represent their economic and creative interests at the bargaining table.' She continued: 'An important part of getting ready is to appoint leaders who will help guide us, and we are thrilled to have two of our most experienced feature and television Directors, Jon Avnet and Karen Gaviola, back to head the 2026 committee. Jon and Karen were instrumental to helping steer the Guild in our most recent round, which resulted in major economic gains and creative protections. Our entire membership will once again have the benefit of their experience and deep understanding of the industry.' Best of Deadline 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery How To Watch 'Wicked: Part One': Is The Film Streaming Yet? All The Songs In 'Severance' Season 2: From The Who To Ella Fitzgerald
Yahoo
23-02-2025
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Senoia, Georgia, known for tv shows, movies, is a must visit, Southern Living says
Southern Living magazine has highlighted this small town in Georgia as a place you need to go to. "Few towns find the balance between sensationalized and sleepy, yet Senoia, Georgia manages to do just that," the magazine wrote. "What started as a railroad town was eventually made famous thanks to the silver screen. Award-winning classics such as Driving Miss Daisy and Fried Green Tomatoes were filmed here, which eventually paved the way for cult favorites like The Walking Dead." The town, located southwest of Atlanta, is in Coweta County. Southern Living has listed out exactly how to plan your stay in this town, from things to do to where to stay. Take a tour of the town: Start your visit at the Senoia Area Historical Society and Museum, which is located in the old home of the town coroner. You'll find interesting exhibits about local history. Or, visit Georgia Tour Co. to partake a Senoia historic homes walking tour of over 50 stops Browse the Senoia Farmers Market: This market is held on Travis St. on most Saturdays. It is in an old cotton warehouse. Shopping: People can browse the many boutiques on Main St. and The Walking Dead Shop, where collectables can be purchased. This small town doesn't sell its eateries short, here's a few spots Southern Living suggests: Nic & Norman's Senoia Coffee Lisa's Crêperie Bistro Hilary Worried about finding the perfect place to stay? Don't be. The magazine listed the perfect option for that too: The Veranda Inn. For more information about this town, visit Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@ This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Visit this small Georgia town known for famous TV shows, movies
