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The Beautiful American Dream

I’ve had many proud moments traveling the world and seeing our country’s works of goodwill. Whether it’s medical clinics, universities supporting women’s education or community parks, I love seeing the “Donated by the United States of America” signs. I hope that we have another 250 years of being the place of the American Dream, and also spreading that dream around the world through our good works. My First-Hand American Dream This time of year has me thinking back to my childhood in the Midwest. I am first-generation — my parents immigrated from the Philippines almost 60 years ago. It wasn’t…
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One way to calm the nervous system when it’s on overload is to leave the house and spend some time in nature. But that’s easier said than done when you live in a busy city. A long walk on the beach or a short stroll in the forest would definitely improve your mood, but it’s not always possible. So, if…

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Chef Eyal Shani’s Favorite Restaurants and Cities

The man behind most of New York’s best Israeli restaurants is Chef Eyal Shani. Malka, HaSalon, Port Sa’id, Miznon and Michelin-starred Shmoné are just a few examples of Shani’s beloved dining establishments. In March, we caught up with the MasterChef while he was visiting New York to work on Shmoné and the recently opened Shmoné Wine. “We’ve created a place for the city to gather, share stories and enjoy…
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In conversation with Chef Yuu Shimano and Chef Calum Montgomery

Christine Drinan, Founder

Welcome to Galavante’s Chef Series, where we interview the top culinary talent around the world. On a special evening in Brooklyn, Chef Yuu Shimano of Restaurant Yuu in Greenpoint and Chef Calum Montgomery of Edinbane Lodge in the Isle of Skye came together for a collaboration. They created two cuisines we didn’ know were meant to be together, until the outcome was pure magic at Restaurant Yuu. It’s no surprise though with Restaurant Yuu’s pedigree. This is the restaurant that months after opening, was awarded a coveted Michelin star.  Note: Chef Yuu Shimano responded in Japanese throughout the interview. His answers appear here in English as relayed by the interpreter. Christine:  Welcome, everyone, to the Galavante Chef Series, where we travel for food. Today, though, you don’t have to travel very far, because we have the incredible Chef Yuu, from Brooklyn. Joining him for a special collaboration is Chef Calum, from Edinbane Lodge on the Isle of Skye. If you don’t know Skye, it is like the ends of the earth, so quite far from us here in New York. Thanks so much for joining us. Chef Calum:  Nice to meet you. Thanks so much for having us. Christine:  We’re…
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