Friday July 25 2008
Interview with Author Thomas O'Callaghan
http://www.thomasocallaghan.com/


Author Thomas O'Callaghan will be joining host Tilly Rivers starting at 11:20 PM EST to discuss his exciting news regarding his book "Bone Thief" The news: He is in discussion regarding a movie production of his book.

Who is Thomas O'Callaghan?
Thomas O'Callaghan's work has been translated for publication in Germany, Slovakia, Indonesia, and the Czech Republic. Italy will be added to that list in 2008. As an internationally acclaimed author, Mr. O'Callaghan is a member of both the Mystery Writers of America and the International Thriller Writers Associations. A native of New York City and a graduate of CUNY,

Mr. O'Callaghan resides with his wife, Eileen, a stone's throw from the Atlantic Ocean in beautiful Belle Harbor, New York, where he is working on NO ONE WILL HEAR YOU, the latest in a five book series of thrillers featuring NYPD Lieutenant John Driscoll. His most recent, THE SCREAMING ROOM, was released by Kensington Books in May 2007.
I am featuring some top Ontario Chefs in the August/September/October issues of the IRM Ezine, (one chef per week for 8 to 10 weeks)-


Week One: Friday August 1 2008. Interview with Chef Alain Irvine

Born in Scotland, Irvine apprenticed at the Chewten Glen Hotel, the three-time recipient of the Best Small Hotel In The World Award and at the Royal Bath Hotel, both situated in Northern England. In 1976, his passion for travel and food brought him to Canada where he took up the Sous Chef position at the renowned Jasper Park Lodge in Alberta. After completing his first Executive Chef position with Delta Hotels (Toronto/Ottawa) in 1981, Alain further expanded his knowledge of international cuisine by accepting chef positions in Jamaica (Wyndham Rose Hall) and Bermuda (Elbow Beach Resort)Returning to Canada in 1989, Alain accepted the position of Restaurant Chef at Truffles, the exclusive restaurant at the Four Seasons Toronto in Yorkville. In 1990, he transferred with Four Seasons to their resort property, Minaki Lodge, in Northern Ontario. In the spring of 2004, Alain joined the Taboo team from the Rimrock Resort in Banff National Park to become the Executive Chef. Since Taboo Alain has opened his own restaurant, North Restaurant and Lounge as well as a Retail, Wholesale and Catering company with his wife and sons, Irvine & Sons Fine Foods. Alain’s passion for food and his love of cooking have given his business discerning clientele, a dining experience that truly embodies the best of Canadian and international cuisine.Irvine & Sons Fine Foods specializes in small to medium size functions. From rehearsal parties to anniversaries and intimate dinner parties, let Irvine & Sons Fine Foods create a menu for you that is personalized. See below for sample menus, or call us to talk about designing a meal for your special function.Let us cater your special function, and we will deliver unforgettable food with outstanding service.