CALIBER TIMES

IT'S TIME TO WALK TALL AND LIVE WELL

2011-07-09T13:40:00.000-07:00

A WORD OF FOOD WISDOM

10 POWER FOODS THAT KEEP ME GOING WHILE WORKING LONG HRS IN THE KITCHEN

Think healthy food this summer, love your body and keep it hydrated.

As we get older we need to reflect and understand our bodies. How we feel on a daily basis depends on what we put in our bodies and how we take care of our selves.

Exploring new foods and getting familiar with the natural flavors fresh foods have to offer, will help you prepare healthier meals for you and your family. Each person has unique food and lifestyle needs, it's up to you to discover what works best for you.

I want to share with you this list of 10 foods, It's amazing how much energy I receive from them.

1. Spinach

2. Pineapple

3. Water & Herbal Tea

4. Fish (Salmon - Tilapia)

5. Apples

6. Almonds

7. Chicken (Grilled or Baked)

8. Carrots

9. Kale

10. Broccoli

Explore new spices and herbs, they are great flavor boosters for grilling & salads. Remember the fresher the better,support your local community & shop local!

For more information on healthy recipes and home menu planning, contact us at info@caliberhospitality.com

VOTE FOR SUSAN DOPART - RUNNING FOR SELF MAGAZINE'S NEW ONLINE BLOGGER COLUMN "EAT LIKE ME"

2011-05-16T12:15:00.000-07:00

Susan Dopart is running to be SELF Magazine's online blogger for a column called EatLikeMe in which an RD blogs what they eat. There are 3 other RD's in the running. If you can vote for her starting today here is the information:

Voting opens to the public on Mon, May 16! People can vote an unlimited # of times and results will be visible as the votes come in. They do not need to create a username, just need a click! They’ll see a “thanks for voting” page after they finish. Here's the link:

CLICK HERE TO VOTE

The days I blog for the contest are:

May 24, 25 (Tues-Wed)
June 3, 6 (Friday, Monday)
June 10 (Friday)

You can vote anytime between May 16-June 10th and as many times as you can.
Thank you so much, we appreciate your vote!
SUSANDOPART.COM

New Merchandise @ Shop Caliber

2011-05-15T13:42:00.000-07:00

SHOP CALIBER Click here

HELLO CUPCAKES, SAN DIEGO

2011-05-14T11:26:00.001-07:00

It's a beautiful Saturday Morning in San Diego!
If you wish to order cupcakes from us please contact us at 858.205.9732

Have a sweet day!

NEW "Walk In Salon" by Robert Cromeans in Pacific Beach, CA

2011-05-14T09:27:00.000-07:00

On May 7th Chef Melisa Michelle prepared a delicious eclectic menu for the opening of "Walk in Salon" by Robert Cromeans in Pacific Beach, CA

Vegetarians Can't Live on Rabbit Food and Doritos Alone

2011-03-15T14:20:00.000-07:00

If you're a vegetarian, you need to make sure you're getting enough protein (switch the meat and eggs to nuts, beans and soy) iron, and vitamin B12. Remember to drink water and keep hydrated!

Best Foods containing iron:
- Dried beans
- Spinach
- Dried fruit

B12 comes naturally only from animal products but can be found in some fortified (not enriched) breakfast cereals, fortified soy beverages, some brands of nutritional (brewer's) yeast and vitamin supplements.
Vegetarians and vegans must find alternative resources for calcium and vitamin D that we omnivores get from dairy products. A good tip! Some stores even sell multi vitamin and calcium gummy vitamins with many good flavors, for those that have a sweet tooth.
Or you can try calcium -fortified soy beans, tofu, spinach, molasses and oatmeal.

Bison Carpaccio with Sherry Vinaigrette

2010-08-30T10:36:00.000-07:00

Serves 2-4 people depending on the size of the plate.

8oz round of bison filet (Buffalo Filet)
1 tsp of capers Parmesan Cheese
Fresh Ground Pepper
Frisee Lettuce or Mache lettuce
Olive oil 2 table spoons
Sherry Vinaigrette 1/2 tsp

Meat:
Wrap your filet in plastic and freeze
When ready to serve, slice filet in paper thin rounds and place overlapping on plate.

Sauce:
Whisk Olive oil and Sherry Vinaigrette

Method:
1. Make sure your plate is cold, you can keep them in the fridge while prepping this dish.
2. Poor a little olive oil on the plate to keep meat moist.
3. Place the sliced rounds of bison meat on the plate.
4. Add a little sauce in the center also lightly over and around the plate.
4. Add fresh ground pepper, capers and parmesan cheese.
5. In this photo I used frisee lettuce, you can also use a darker green lettuce called mache.

This dish is absolutely delicious for any time of the year! My favorite on weekends with a nice glass of wine!

Enjoy,

Melisa Michelle
Executive Chef
Caliber Hospitality, LLC

Salmon Tartare - Summer Appetizer

2010-08-11T02:40:00.000-07:00

Coming Soon... Stay Tuned...

Spring Sensation

2010-05-03T13:16:00.000-07:00

THE SECRET
4 cups of melon
2 table spoons of agave
1 cup of raspberries
2 table spoons of chopped mint leafs
1 cup of vodka
1 cup of ice

PROCESS
Place all ingredients in blender for 10 seconds

GARNISH
Fresh raspberries & fresh mint leafs

SERVING YOUR GUESTS
Serve in a chilled tall glass
Serves 4 people

CUCUMBER VODKA INFUSION

2010-02-18T04:46:00.000-08:00

This refreshing infusion is considered to be a year round cooler with a fresh twist.

THE SECRET
750 ml bottle of quality vodka
Place the cucumber in a large glass container
Add the vodka, and cap tightly.
Let stand at room temperature for 3 weeks
Shake bottle gently every couple of days.
Taste occasionally until the preferred flavor and intensity is achieved.
Allow the cucumber and vodka mix to infuse for up to another week if needed.

FINALIZING THE INFUSION PROCESS
Strain the infused vodka into the original bottle
Cap tightly
Label and date it
Refrigerate until ready to serve

SERVING YOUR GUESTS
You may serve this fresh cucumber vodka infusion chilled with on the rocks with a lemon twist!
Sprite or seven up would also be a good fit with a bit of chile serrano if you wanted to spice it up!

CAUTION
(Do not allow it to infuse any longer than 2 weeks, or a bitter flavor will result.)

Citrus Infusions

2010-02-18T04:28:00.000-08:00

Citrus Infusions - Handy for quick cocktails with nuance and complexity.

Beyond the basic citrus infusions, we can take the concept to the next level of creativity by using a combination of tropical fruits and spices, perfect for exotic vodka martinis obtained with just a sprig or two of mint or basil.
Infusions are surprisingly easy to make, the end result is exceptional when served chilled with a fresh garnish.

2010-02-11T15:40:00.000-08:00

Be Mine "Sangria" Valentines treat!
The Secret
4 cups of fresh watermelon

1 bottle of Lambrusco Italian red wine

The Method
Add 4 cups of chopped watermelon into punch bowl with bottle of chilled Lambrusco

The Garnish
1 strawberry or 1 orange slice

Happy New Year!

2009-12-31T15:30:00.000-08:00

Wishing Everyone The Happiest Times and a Prosperous 2010

!!!Happy New Year!!!

Sincerely

CaliberTimes

www.caliberhospitality.com

Bubbly Holiday Cheer!

2009-12-15T19:42:00.000-08:00

The Secret

2 cups of pomegranate juice

2 cups of martinelli's apple sparkling cider

4 cups of champagne

The Method
Add pomegranate juice, and martinelli's sparkling cider into pitcher or individual glass, top it off with champagne
Serve chilled in a champagne glass or pitcher serving 4 persons or more.

The Garnish
1 cherry per glass

Spice it up!

2009-11-27T22:26:00.000-08:00

The Secret

4 cups of passion fruit juice

2/5 whipped cream

3/4 cups of flawless vodka

The Method
Add all ingredients in shaker with ice for 1 minute
Serve chilled in a martini glass

The Garnish
Dip the edges of the glass in lemon and add ground coffe beans and nutmeg arround the edges
1 orange twist for additional color and taste!

Trick or Treat

2009-10-22T01:02:00.001-07:00

The Secret

3 cups of pumpkin frozen yogurt
(you can substitute with plain yogurt or whipped cream)

2/5 passion fruit juice

3/4 cups of flawless vodka

The Method
Add all ingredients in shaker with ice for 1 minute
Serve chilled in a martini glass

The Garnish
Dip the edges of the glass in honey and add ground coffe beans arround the edges

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2009-09-12T01:55:00.001-07:00

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2009-09-08T00:50:00.000-07:00

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Featured Cocktail - Summer 2009

2009-09-01T10:50:00.000-07:00

Pink Blizzard
Is delicious, refreshing and perfect for any occasion.
by Executive Chef of Caliber Hospitality - Melisa Michelle Saad

The Secret

3 cups of frozen strawberries
2/5 cups of cranberry juice
3/4 cups of flawless vodka

The Method

Add all ingredients in blender for 1 minute
Serve chilled in a margarita or martini glass

The Garnish

On the edge of the glass place a tooth pick with cut strawberries, fresh cranberries and a mint leaf.

Desert Urban Retreat

2009-09-01T10:04:00.000-07:00

A fresh look at a new Las Vegas concept:
Chic, sustainable Vdara Condo Hotel a smoke free and gabbling free environment located at the best address in Las Vegas.

CityCenter is a joint venture between MGM Mirage and Dubai World. It will be a place for continual evolution, richness and diversity - a place people from around the world will desire to visit and experience.

Vdara Condo Hotel is scheduled to open late 2009 for more information please visit
www.vdara.com

Welcome

2009-09-01T08:55:00.001-07:00

CaliberTimes is a hospitality lifestyle publication. Discover exclusive trends on travel, leisure, culinary arts, spa's and shopping worldwide. "Follow our Caliber" & "Make it your Caliber"

by Melisa Michelle Saad