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This is literally a come as you are party. No costume necessary except the one Mother Nature gave you.

... Francesco Curá From imdb: Born in New York City, Francesco spent much of his youth traveling between the US and Europe. He grew up performing in plays written, directed, and produced by his father. At the age of 14, he and his family moved back to Italy where he enrolled in a well-respected Art Institute. Francesco has a degree in Art Education. He is a graphic designer. He worked as a model in Milan [no surprise there], but soon realized fashion would not interest him. In response, he dramatically transformed his appearance with punkish hairstyles, goth clothes, grunge attitudes, etc. Fortunately, this phase was documented in photographs and can be seen on his official website. Go here . He made yet another transition, training as an opera singer for two years, revealing a four-octave range. After rigorous training, daily sessions, and rehearsals, he decided to move back to New York. While living on the Upper East Side he trained at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre Inst...

Last week we presented a modernized version of arancini , Sicilian rice balls, the classic version of which has saffron and peas. Last week's version was a bit more akin to suppli al telefono , Roman rice balls. From Mario Martinoli via Cathy Thomas, here is a good version with some modification. Risotto Made With Meat Ragu** [whole grain rice, if possible], cooled Mozzarella* one half pound cut into 1/4-inch cubes Eggs, three Salt and Pepper Breadcrumbs, two cups fresh For frying: Olive Oil/Canola oil mixture *Best not to use fresh mozzarella. Use the mozzarella that is often used atop pizza. ** It's not necessary that it be leftover risotto. Whole grain cooked rice mixed with marinara is also very good. Procedure: 1. Form risotto into three-inch long elongated balls. 2. Insert a mozzarella cube in the middle of each and pull risotto over to cover hole or add a little more risotto to cover. 3.If risotto has been refrigerated, set aside to come to room temperature. 4. Place egg...

Not certain ... That any of these ... delcious morsels are Danish ... Consider this your breakfast buffet anyway. Grand Slam Indeed.

presented by GMHC and Leslie Lohman

When is a gay magazine a gay magazine? From wikipedia: Although not described as a "gay magazine", After Dark regularly covered topics of interest to the gay community. Cal Culver, better known as the gay porn star Casey Donovan, appeared on the cover of the December 1972 issue.[16] The February 1975 issue included a photographic portfolio of the gay porn star Peter Berlin.[17] The May 1979 issue included a feature article on the G.G. Barnum Room, a New York City alternative nightclub catering to a gay and transvestite clientele. The feature article included information about the evolution / genesis of the club and the makeup of its then-current customers. The feature also contained a tandem piece on rollerskating disco, "Boogie on Wheels".[18] The magazine publishers acknowledged the magazine's appeal to the gay community, noting that the magazine "had gotten a following in the homosexual community seven or eight years before any of the current homosexual...

fall in love - begin to experience feelings of love towards; fall - pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind; "fall into a trap"; "Fall in love" ... Florence, Italy was quite a favola , even in the early 80s. Living on via Gino Capponi within walking distance of the exhibition of the newly discovered Bronzi di Riace , the ancient bronze statues of naked Greek sailors off the coast of Calabria. They gave new meaning to Magna Graecia . There was nothing more amusing than to visit the statues and watch nuns giving them a major inspection. It seemed only natural that they be displayed temporarily in Florence (and Rome) before taking their permanent residence in Calabria. Frequenting Le Giubbe Rosse on a daily basis also provided more than a little amusement and once in a while there were visions that gave the Bronzi some competition. Le Giubbe , a bar and caffe at the time was a place where every type of individual gathered and on some nights one cou...

Pretend it's 1978 and you're reading the national "entertainment" magazine and here is the cover story on the hottest heartthrob, gay and otherwise, Jan Michael Vincent. Word on the street back in the day was that Jan's homophobia killed the chances of a big screen version of The Front Runner . As sophisticated as we all pretended to be back then, we were sure enough naifs . This wonderful spread in a thinly veiled gay magazine should have flown right in the face of that. More about Jan's alleged homophobia tomorrow. Jan, where are you?

"We love to stare into the gorgeous eyes of cabaret cutie Jesse Luttrell. The fact that this lovechild of Liza and Liberace is emceeing a night of Broadway standards and heart-melting torch songs at this East Side bar/restaurant is icing on the cake. 9pm–midnight; free" ( Next magazine) Come to Ernesto's cozy, affordable, and delicious restaurant/bar and start your week off with a frothy mix of cabaret entertainment, good wine, and good friends (even the ones you haven't met yet!) Every night at 9pm this midtown east staple turns from an elegant french bistro to an after dinner cabaret soirée featuring some of new york brightest cabaret talent. $14.95 cabaret prix fix menu (until 10:30) $7.00 well drinks LA MEDITERRANEE 947 2nd Ave (50th) 9pm - Midnight

To accompany cuts from K.D. Lang's capolavoro, Ingenue , is a plug for the very generous Doyle, who provided POZ 's Love Out Loud with a gorgeous centerpiece, the ultimate recipient of which was Touriya Haoud, taken to her by her husband Greg Vaughan. My Flower Guy's website is undergoing some renovations. In the meantime, if you really want to feel like Miss Chatelaine give Doyle a call or send him an e-mail.

Recently on Top Chef, there appeared a sauce for a winning dish. It was used for beef. We are in a sense, using it here for beef. It is presented with modifications. It is a mighty spicy sauce and should be used with something hearty. Here are the ingredients: Plum Tomatoes, six Whole Star Anise, two Cardamom, eight pods crushed Fennel Seeds, one teaspoon Garlic, one head Ginger, one knob Rice Wine Vinegar, one half cup Crystallized Fructose, one half cup Sambal, one teaspoon* Turkey Bacon, two or three strips, in quarter inch pieces Chicken Stock, one quart Shallots, two, sliced thin Salt and pepper Cooking oil: Olive and/or Canola Here's what you need to do: 1. Sweat tomatoes with spices, ginger, garlic, and shallots in oil. 2. Add turkey bacon and cook until caramelized. 3. Deglaze with vinegar and add fructose. 4. Add sambal and chicken stock. 5.3 Simmer for 30 minutes. 6. Take off heat and steep for 10 minutes. Strain and reserve. *To kearn more about sambal, go here. If the m...

Whole Grain Rice one and a half cups Scallions four, divided Garlic, two cloves, minced Eggs, two large, lightly beaten Flat Leaf Parsley, one half cup, chopped Pecorino Cheese, one third cup, grated Whole Grain Breadcrumbs, two cups Bocconcini di Bufala Mozzarella, sixteen Marinara Sauce, homemade or commercial of choice [see below] Extra Virgin Olive Oil Oven pre-heated 425F 1. Combine rice, one scallion, garlic and three and a half cups water in saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer one hour or until all liquid has been absorbed and rice is soft and slightly sticky. 2. Remove from heat, transfer to bowl, and cool. 3. Remove scallion, and discard. 4. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. 5. Chop remaining scallions finely. Fold eggs, parsley, cheese and scallions into rice. 6. Spread breadcrumbs on large plate. 7. Place one quarter cup rice mixture in palm of hand. Shape into tangerine-sized ball around one mozzarella ball. Roll in breadcrumbs, and...

If you're going to put a face on the day, there are few nicer than Romanian born model John Paul Matteuci ... ci fac, bărbat ?

Born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Lexi Ainsworth, pictured above with co-stars, Brandon Barash and Lisa LoCicero, comes from a father who is a dentist and a mother who is a teacher. she is definitely armed with a brilliant smile and natural intelligence. She more than likely achieved those on her own. While attending an acting boot camp in Los Angeles she caught the attention of an agency who sent her out on her first national commercial audition which she subsequently shot for Barbie. After other commercials and industrials she acquired the roles of Caroline in the AFI short film Caroline Crossing and Grace Budd, the child lead in the independent film The Gray Man . She has also co-starred in the NBC television series Medical Investigation with Kelly Williams and had the recurring role of Tille on WB's Gilmore Girls . Most recently she won the role of Molly in Universal's Feature film Wild Child where she plays Emma Roberts' little sister. Nowadays she appears on the small...

David Moretti never lets you down. He said he would bring a surprise to Love Out Loud on October 15th at H.Wood and the surprise was ... Jai Rodriguez. Native New Yorker Rodriguez has many talents and puts them all to good use. He is part of the cast of the very current indie gay film Oy Vey My Son Is Gay , premiering this very evening in Los Angeles he co-stars with John Lloyd Young. His imdb bio tells us: Jai is a talented actor, singer and dancer who most recently starred in the lead role of Zanna in the off-Broadway musical hit Zanna, Don't! Jai joined the production after a long stint on Broadway as Angel in the Tony Award-winning musical Rent . Jai is also a fixture among the hip NYC social set, regularly performing his solo act in the newest and hottest nightspots. On Queer Eye for the Straight Guy (2003), Jai uses all aspects of his professional training and skills as a performer plus his social charisma to coach straight subjects on everything from mixing ...

There are angels in Los Angeles who are not on the baseball diamond. One of them is Greg Vaughan. Here is a personally autographed item he provided to help us with funds for AIDS Walk Los Angeles. Go here to bid . There were also other angels who helped us with a lovely event at H.Wood. Gratitude goes out to Amy Beard, Michelle Butler, Karla and Paul Goden. Much thanks to Debbie Morris of the General Hospital Fan Club and Debby O'Connor of YourNumberOneFan.com who helped promote it. Donations are still possible. Go here to our team page . Main Entry: an·gel Pronunciation: \ˈān-jəl\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English, from Old English engel & Anglo-French angele; both from Late Latin angelus, from Greek angelos, literally, messenger Date: before 12th century 1 a : a spiritual being superior to humans in power and intelligence; especially : one in the lowest rank in the celestial hierarchy b plural : an order of angels — see celestial hierarchy 2 : an attendant spirit or gu...

Ilene Kristen ( One Life to Live ) Sherri Lewis ( Divas Simply Singing ) Taylor Spreitler ( Days of Our Lives ) Amanda Baker ( All My Children ) Lexi Ainsworth ( General Hospital ) Nadia Bjorlin ( Days of Our Lives ) Patrika Darbo ( Days of Our Lives and Charlie Wilson’s War ), Brandon Beemer ( The Bold and The Beautiful ) Thom Bierdz ( The Young and the Restless ) Kate Linder ( The Young and the Restless ) David Moretti ( The Lair ) Jai Rodriguez ( Oy Vey! My Son Is Gay!!) Greg Vaughan ( General Hospital ) Adam Grimes ( General Hospital:Nightshift ) Carrie Southworth ( General Hospital:Nightshift ) Brandon Barash ( General Hospital ) Lisa LoCicero ( General Hospital ) Matt Borlenghi ( General Hospital ) singer John Pagano ( Pure Imagination ). The gracious support of these wonderful people to help those with HIV/AIDS and its awareness help make POZ events seem to get brighter every year. Michael Maloney ( Soaps In Depth ), Michael Fairman ( Soapside: Advocate's Guide to Daytime ...