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2010 dates, times and other details to be announced...
The 2009 Distinguished Lecture SeriesA sterling line-up of distinguished national speakers is set for this year's Cincinnati Flower Show presented by PNC Bank. "We are so fortunate to be able to bring to Cincinnati the preeminent gardening and design experts in the country," said Mary Margaret Rochford, President of the Cincinnati Horticultural Society. "The ideas and techniques they share with audiences are truly cutting-edge, yet easy enough for anyone to implement at home."
Ed Libby Libby is the owner of New York-based Ed Libby & Co., which specializes in giant floral displays, with events spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Caribbean. Celebrity clients include Robert DeNiro, Sting, Tyra Banks, musician Diddy, and supermodel Naomi Campbell. Libby's "signatures" include huge floral & crystal chandeliers dripping from the ceiling, majestic columns, and fountains with candles, and profuse floral bouquets - and at some events, human statues. Proceeds from the Ed Libby lecture benefit the Loveland Stage Company.
Edwin French, Executive Chef Biltmore Estates French came to the Biltmore from the Mobil Four-Star, AAA Four Diamond Charleston Grill in Charleston, S.C. He began his culinary career at Magnolia's restaurant, also in Charleston, where he served in various capacities over five years including Executive Banquet Chef.
Melinda Myers
Myers is best known for her gardener-friendly and practical approach to gardening. She has more than 25 years of horticulture experience in hands-on and instructional settings. Outside the classroom, Melinda shares expertise through media outlets including TV and radio. She hosts "Great Lakes Gardener," seen on PBS stations throughout the U.S. and "Melinda's Garden Moments," which airs on TV across the country. Additionally, she hosted "The Plant Doctor" radio program for over 20 years. She has written 19 books. Proceeds from the Melinda Myers tea benefit Cancer Free Kids in Loveland, Ohio.
Helen Dillon, Garden Writer "Ireland's most famous green thumb" Garden writer Helen Dillon is the author of books including "Dig It All Up and Throw It Away,'' which covers her attempts to continuously de-clutter and edit her yard, said to be the "best small garden in the world.'' Her private garden in Ireland includes garden rooms and herbaceous borders.
Food and Wine Parings Presented by:
The perfect ending to a perfect day at the Flower Show is a perfectly wonderful Food and Wine Paring event bringing together two talented food experts, Chef Andrea Robinson, Macy's Culinary Council and Master Sommelier with David Cook, Executive Chef and Owner of Daveed's at 934.
Before opening his own restaurant, David Cook's culinary career path took him to many of Cincinnati's premier restaurants including the Executive Sous Chef of La Maisonette, and the Executive Chef of Chester's Road House. In 1999 he opened his own restaurant, Daveed's at 934 in Mt. Adams. His innovative approach to tailoring food and wine reflects his unique culinary background. Changing his menu daily, David has delighted discriminating palates throughout the Cincinnati area. At Daveed's, he conducts tasting menus, cooking classes, wine dinners, catered and special events... all designed to further people's enjoyment and understanding of food and wine. Daveed's at 934 has received an Exellent rating in 2005-2009 Zagat Survey America's Top Restaurants and earned a Four Diamond Award for 2005 though 2009 from AAA. David's recipes have appeared in Bon Appétit and the wine list received an Award of Excellence in the 2002 and 2003 edition of Wine Spectator.
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Andrea Robinson is one of only fifteen women in the world to hold the title of Master Sommelier and the first woman to be awarded Best Sommelier in America. A three-time James Beard award winner, she is the author of five books on wine and food, including Everyday Dining with Wine and Great Wine Made Simple: Straight Talk from a Sommelier. Her television shows, Simply Wine and Pairings with Andrea, both air weekly on Fine Living Network.
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