Chicago is known by many names: The Windy City, the City of Big Shoulders, the Second City, Chi-Town, Chicagoland, Foodie Heaven. The Chicago Riverwalk is a great place to see all of that in action.
TasteTV is pleased to announce that it has changed the name of the annual MUSIC CALIFORNIA VIDEO AWARDS to the more all-encompassing CALIFORNIA MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS.
In addition, from now through October 31st it has also officially opened the awards to entries from film festival sites such as FilmFreeway and Without a Box, as well as those automatically entered by partner Hip Video Promo.
Do you love watching and listening to Music Videos? Do they help you find new music, and hear music that you follow? The CALIFORNIA MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS celebrates music videos from some of the most exciting and creative musicians and artists with physical or thematic connections to the Golden State.
The CALIFORNIA MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS event brings together music videos, musician appearances, live music, fans, and of course music video awards.
Previous awards events included appearances by award winning and nominated artists Xavier Toscano, The Christopher Brothers, Jon Mullane, Travis Marsh, Noodlez, Kaleigh, Austin David, Aaron Orbit, Maryama, TasteTV and more.
The CALIFORNIA MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS celebrate some of the most exciting and creative California-influenced music, musicians and artists. They honor great work and that California connection!
Entries do not need to be from a California artist, but must have a stated California connection (theme, location, artist, label, formal eductation, or etc.)
The awards were launched by TasteTV’s music television series, MUSIC CALIFORNIA. The MUSIC CALIFORNIA television series for the San Francisco Bay Area and Wine Country reaches over 2.5 million households on PBS-affiliate station KRCB. The program brings a festival of West Coast music to California viewers, and includes featured music videos and interviews from California-based bands, artists, and musicians.
The CALIFORNIA MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS annual show takes place in one of San Francisco’s unique music venue, and is an amazing evening bringing together music videos, musician appearances, fans, and of course music video awards
When Warner Bros. release THE MEG in theaters admirers of toothy mayhem will witness a shark flick like no other— because Megalodon have been extinct for over two million years. Or have they? Check out the trailer, and you decide.
If you aren’t familiar with the concept of bounty hunting aliens who track down dangerous prey on different planets for sport, then take a look at the new trailer for The Predator.
If you are looking for a refreshing treat for the hot summer, then try Chef Zipora Einav’s recipe for Hibiscus Blueberry Popsicles . This recipe is a favorite with many of her celebrity clients
Chef Zipora Einav (www.chefzipora.com) is an accomplished private chef who has cooked for some of Hollywood’s most notable celebrities – Bob Hope, Jack Nicholson, Mariah Carey, Pierce Brosnan, Scarlett Johansson – and for professional athletes, including former National Football League star Donovan McNabb.
(Makes 8-10)
Ingredients for Step 1
½ cup maple syrup
2/3 Cup Water
3 TB Dry Hibiscus Petals
Ingredients for Step 2
Juice from 4 fresh lemons
1TB Lemon Peel
1 ½ cup water
¼ cup Fresh Blueberries
Note: You will need 8-10 Popsicle Molds and Sticks
Instructions:
1. In a small pot, mix the maple syrup, 2/3 cup water and hibiscus petals and heat up on low heat for 5-7 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and let cool for 15-20 minutes; then strain the mixture and throw away the Hibiscus petals.
3. Combine the fresh lemon juice, lemon peel and 1 ½ cup water; then mix with the Hibiscus water and pour into a measuring cup
4. Fill 8-10 popsicle molds with the liquid and add the popsicle sticks to each mold. Then add 4-6 whole fresh blueberries into each mold; set the cover on top of the mold.
5. Place in the freezer for 12 hours or overnight.
6. To remove the frozen popsicles, rinse the mold under hot water for 30-40 seconds and remove gently. Then serve and enjoy!
Sweden is the world’s most reputable country in 2018. According to the Reputation Institute’s annual Country RepTrak® study results, Sweden is the most open and progressive country among the 55 countries covered by the survey. A big part of Sweden’s excellent reputation is down to their friendly and welcoming citizens. The beauty of the country, with its captivating landscapes and accessible nature, also receives great scores and attracts tourists from all around the world.
Sweden has regained its top spot in the ranking, an accomplishment previously achieved in 2016. The survey measures how countries are perceived and respected worldwide. This adds to the country’s attraction among tourists, who want to visit destinations with a good reputation, as well as foreign business and investments. In this year’s ranking, Sweden is followed by Finland, Switzerland, Norway and New Zealand.
Sweden received the highest marks for being the most ethical country, as well as having the most progressive social and economic policies. The reasons can be explained by the view of Sweden as one of the world’s most gender-equal countries, as well as being at the forefront of technological innovation.
“I am convinced that this result stems from the fact that our social model creates not only growth but also freedom, equality and security. More and more people understand that inequality is a major obstacle for economic development in the world,” says Prime Minister Stefan Löfven.
With its variety of landscapes, dominated by lush forests, more than 100,000 lakes, and with 97 percent of the land uninhabited, Sweden obtained the highest marks for its beauty. In combination with vibrant cities like Stockholm and Gothenburg, this makes Sweden the perfect destination for people looking for a beautiful and enjoyable destination to visit.
“It is gratifying to see that Sweden ranks number one as the most reputable country. Especially with characteristics such as being a welcoming and progressive country. For being such a small country, a lot of creativity, design and technology comes from Sweden – just look at IKEA, Spotify and H&M. It really shows that our ways of living make a mark globally and gives reasons for tourists to come visit our country,” says Ewa Lagerqvist, CEO at Visit Sweden.
An appealing environment, a country “feel good” factor and a perceived pursuit of happiness are key to a country’s success, according to the survey. This is something that Swedes know well, as the country achieves excellent scores in being an enjoyable country with an appealing lifestyle.
Top five attribute scores for Sweden:
About the survey
Each year, The Reputation Institute surveys thousands of people to find out which nations are perceived as most reputable. The Country Rep Trak ranking measures the 55 largest countries by GDP and the outcome is based on individual ratings from over 58 000 individuals.
To access the full list of the most reputable countries, please visit: https://www.reputationinstitute.com/2018_country_reptrak
To find out more about Swedenvisit: http://visitsweden.com and http://youtube.com/sweden