“Windsor’s Fork & Cork,” July 6, 7 &8, 2012--Be There!

Biz X magazine is proud to be co-sponsoring, along with other media friends and local businesses, “Windsor’s Fork & Cork.”

This brand new festival takes place July 6, 7 & 8 at the Windsor Riverfront Plaza. The event highlights approximately 30 of Windsor & Essex County restaurants including...

 -The City Grill

-Walkermole

-Dominion House

-Rino’s Kitchen

-Capri Pizzeria

-Koi Sushi

-The Tecumseh Roadhouse

-Thai Palace

-Smokin Aces Mobile BBQ & Catering

-Armando’s

-Mezzo Ristorante & Lounge

-Sweet Temptations

-Renee’s Fine Cakes

-Rock n Roll Fry Guys

-CIBPA Windsor

-City Beer Market

-Chanoso’s

Plus many more to come – watch this spot for updates and also the Biz X fan page on “Facebook” and the Fork and Cork website (www.forkandcork.ca) and their fan page!

You’ll sample portion sized servings of several culinary creations as well as wine tastings from local wineries from the Essex Pelee Island Coast (EPIC)...

 -Mastronardi Estate Winery

-Aleksander Estate Winery

-Cooper’s hawk Vineyards

-Viewpointe Estate Winery

-D’Angelo Estate Winery

 And local spirits and beers will be served from: Wiser’s Canadian Whisky Canadien, Molson Canadian, Coors Light and Polar Ice Vodka

And that’s not all!

In addition, local musical entertainers from various genres will entertain you and all your friends on the following dates...

 -Friday, July 6: the unquiet dead, the Mondaymen, Dusty & Friends, Border City Rock

-Saturday, July 7: Joseph Beresford, Fresh Breath, The Blue Stones, The United Snakes, Black Orchid, Magda, The Walkervilles

-Sunday, July 8: Fisher Kings, Early Cash and Crystal Gage

Local artists will be on hand exhibiting their work.Saturday and Sunday features a Kids Zone with Arts & Crafts, Magicians, Circus stunts, jumping castles, face painting and more! So bring the entire family!  Family setting by day 12 pm to 5 pm, Adult mature setting by night 6 pm to 11 pm!

This is a true community celebration for all ages at the right price: FREE!

So, if you’re an epicurean, come down to “Windsor’s Fork & Cork,” July 6, 7 & 8, 2012! And don’t forget to stop by the “Biz X magazine Waterfront Lounge”...grab some grub, a glass of wine and mix and mingle! Biz X will be there, you need to be too!

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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The Bob Probert Memorial Ride Sunday June 24, 2012

One of the most exciting events of the year, the second annual Bob Probert Memorial Ride takes place on Sunday, June 24.  Biz X magazine is proud to be an ORIGINAL SIX sponsor of the event.

The WFCU Centre plays host of the final stop to this year’s ride where participants will be entertained by local bands: Sheez with Us who is opening for Destroyer.  Tickets are now on sale for just $15 for those wishing to attend the final stop but do not ride.      

For those wanting to take part in the ride, registration is $30 per ride/$20 per passenger.  The Bob Probert Memorial Ride is proudly presented by CAW Local 444 and Local 2458.  All proceeds from this event support the Angioplasty Program at HDGH.  For more information, please visit: www.probertride.com  and check out Pages 26 & 27 in the June issue of Biz X, found on our website at www.bizxmagazine.com

If you’d like to register for the ride early, head over to Average Joe’s Sports Bar on Friday, June 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. for the final pre-registration night.  All Probert Ride 2012 memorabilia will be for sale at this event.

And come on out and show your support for the riders...watch for Team Biz X in the sponsor pack at the beginning of the ride. Give us and all bikers a friendly wave and then come on out to the WFCU centre around 3 p.m. 

NHL players and alumni in attendance will be: Sheldon Kennedy, Chris Chelios, Doug Gilmour, Eddie Mio, Tony Amonte, Darren Banks, Ryan Wilson, Scott Parker, Dave Hutchison, Ryan VanderBussche, Danny Newman, Wayne Cowley and Wes O'Neill.

 We will also be joined by a number of OHL and AHL players.  The OHL players will be signing autographs at the WFCU Centre.  We hope to see everyone there!

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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June 8 to 10, 2012 Carrousel By The River

HEAD TO THE RIVERFRONT FESTIVAL PLAZA IN DOWNTOWN WINDSOR FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY! $5 ADMISSION ONLY

Chef Schedule	Genre	Time of
SATURDAY, JUNE 9, 2012
"Asian Fusion" with Chefs Mike Delmore & Helmut Markert	Culinary Demonstration	12:00	12:30
"Putting a Healthy Spin on Traditional Cultural Meals" with Chefs Victoria Milkhail & Robert Catherine	Culinary Demonstration	1:00	1:30
"Cultural Dishes with Local Ingredients" with Chefs David Chiandussi & Robert Catherine	Culinary Demonstration	2:00	2:30
David Rocco	Celebrity Chef	5:00	6:30
SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2012
"Italian Fusion" with Chefs Joe Ciliberto & Robert Catherine	Culinary Demonstration	12:30	1:00
Christine Cushing	Celebrity Chef	3:00	4:30

June 2012 marks the debut of Carrousel’s Culinary Explosion Pavilion – featuring exciting cooking demonstrations and challenges highlighting different world cuisines and local ingredients.  Headliners - Chef David Rocco on June 9^th  at 5 pm, host of David Rocco’s Dolce Vita on the Food Network, and Chef Christine Cushing on June 10^th at 3 pm, host of "Fearless in the Kitchen" on OWN, will tempt our palettes with savory smells with live cooking demonstrations. Pick up Greek and Italian cooking tips to incorporate into your kitchen or simply enjoy the culinary prowess as these two Top Chefs. Reserved seating and an exclusive meet and greet with the Chef is available for only $20.

Check out www.carrouselofnations.ca for ticket details!

For the rest of the weekend, enjoy local Chefs’ demonstrations and challenges highlighting world cuisines using local ingredients.  There is also a “culinary salon” featuring rotating local chefs throughout Saturday and Sunday and special pasta making workshops in the Children’s Village.

Biz X will be there and you need to be too!

 

by Deborah Jones Publisher Biz X Magazine

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