November 2012 – The Chocolate Voice

Nov 30 2012

HIV/AIDS Qualifies As "Chronic Condition" Under Affordable Care Act

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — On the eve of World AIDS Day, the Obama administration announced that HIV/AIDS will be one of the chronic conditions eligible for enhanced federal reimbursements through Medicaid, garnering strong praise from San Francisco AIDS Foundation and HIV/AIDS leaders around the country. Today’s announcement means people living with HIV/AIDS can …

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Nov 30 2012

Olympic Gold Medalist, Gabrielle Douglas Releases Debut Memoir Grace, Gold & Glory: My Leap of Faith on December 4, 2012

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Nov. 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — US gymnast and two-time Olympic gold medalist Gabrielle Douglas believes that her own success is directly proportional to the immense support of her family, friends, and faith in God. This theme is at the heart of her debut memoir, Grace, Gold & Glory: My Leap of Faith, coming …

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Nov 27 2012

New York Tops the list as the Number Holiday Travel Destination for 2012

According to new data released today by Orbitz (www.orbitz.com) New York City ranks as a top destination for Christmas and New Year’s according to new data released today by Orbitz (www.orbitz.com). The Orbitz Holiday Travel Insider Index analyzed hotel and flight booking data to rank the most popular holidays destinations for 2012 and …

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Nov 27 2012

Debbie Allen's "Hot Chocolate Nutcracker." Remarkable Cultural Twist on a Holiday Classic!

Debbie Allen presents, “Hot Chocolate Nutcracker.” “Hot Chocolate Nutcracker,” is an uplifting cultural twist on a beloved holiday classic— written and directed by award-winning actress, director and choreographer Debbie Allen. Back by popular demand, the remarkable production will appear for the third year at UCLA’s Royce Hall. The magical storyline centers around Kara Johnson, an imaginative …

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Nov 20 2012

Kick Off the Holiday Food Fare With Flavor

To kick off the holiday food fest, we invited one of our favorite chefs, Ashaki Tippins, to share her flavorful, healthy Thanksgiving menu recipes and tips, including: The nutrition packed side dish, Cranberry Pecan Quinoa (a healthy staple of Andes in South America), Jack Daniels Turkey Glaze and Brine. Tip: Preparing a turkey is very …

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Nov 19 2012

Financial Outlook: Cliff Hanger

By: Dempster R. “Bobby” Cherry Congress returned to work for a few days after the elections to begin ‘serious’ deliberations on the “fiscal cliff’ and other matters last week. This week they will be back on vacation recess. Pardon me while I clear my throat. Given that the country now has more clarity on …

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Nov 15 2012

The 9th annual San Diego Wine and Food Festival is off to cool start

The 9th annual San Diego Wine and Food Festival is off to cool start. Hundreds of wine enthusiast and foodies gathered at Fifty Seven Degrees wine bar for last night’s SWISH: Serious Sips & Urban Eats Presented by Simply Naked Wines. The energetic crowd packed the trendy spot vibing to the sound of live music, …

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Nov 14 2012

Let the Tasting Begin: The San Diego Food & Wine Festival November 14-17

San Diego Food and Wine Festival has officially begun. Tonight kicks things off with SWISH: Sips & Urban Eats is Presented by Simply Naked Wines. The festivities will take place at 57 degrees located at 1735 Hancock Street in San Diego, CA For a complete schedule visit: http://www.sandiegowineclassic.com/

Nov 13 2012

Straight Talk With Dr. Steve Perry of TV One’s: “Save My Son”

“The success of life is determined by where you end, not where you start.” Dr. Steve Perry Dr. Steve Perry is on the fast track to becoming a household name. World-renowned educator and the host of TV One’s powerful new docu-drama, “Save My Son,” Perry says the show is not just a television show, …

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Nov 13 2012

An Eye-Opening Moment By: Dempster R. Cherry

With great fanfare, the big news of the week was that finally the Silly Season has ended; to the winners go the spoils, to the loser…soul searching. The election essentially unspoiled the status quo and now the frenzied media, realizing that there’s no real story to be had there anymore, shifted their attention immediately shifted …

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