Founded in 2005 by successful attorney, entrepreneur, senior business executive and philanthropist, Connie Milstein, the company takes the saying cooked with love quite literally.

Connie said, “What I have tried to do is what my father always told me – find a niche where people are not doing what needs to be done and try to fill it.”

Connie believes in the principal of giving back to the country that has given so much to her. Connie is a Board member of Blue Star Families, and she actively works to support military families. “Adopt a Base” program that honors military families with special events and treats for children.

Connie’s Bakery and General Store has everything from your favorite old fashion cookies, cupcakes, cake, to gift baskets. Executive Pastry Chef Simeon Manber runs the entire baking operation everyday.  The combination of Connie’s gift of giving and Chef Simeon compassion in the kitchen, makes Connie’s Bakery and General Store a huge success.

There are so many unanswered questions, but the number one and most obvious question is – Will it be as good as the first one?

Often, when the first movie is so good, the second movie flops. However, Paramount Pictures announced that the entire crew will be back for the second movie.  Same writers and same actors.  Yes! That means Steve Carrell and Paul Rudd will be returning.

The announcement was made by Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell) when he made a surprise appearance on Conan O’Brien’s talk show last Wednesday night.

The story starts with Young and Rubicam, two advertising men, dropping bags filled with water on the protesters parading on the Madison Avenue sidewalk. Meanwhile, protestors marched right up to the Advertising Agency’s office and spoke with the secretary.  The protestors explained that to the secretary that water bag were being dropped from this office building. After a few passes back and forth the advertising men entered the scene carrying the water the water bags. The protestor said, “And they call us savages.”

One critics, Matt Zoller Seitz for New York magazine, said that the line ”And they call us savages” was terrible line that should have been red-penciled.

What most people probably don’t know, maybe even Matt Zoller, is that this weeks episode actually happened in real life. According to the New York Time, the first scene was almost written verbatim to an article in The Time on May 28, 1966.

The article said:

“A container of water was pitched out of one of the windows of the building, splashing two spectators. Later, two demonstrators were hit by water-filled paper bags thrown from the building.”

A 9-year-old boy was struck. Several women in the protest, including the boy’s mother, hurried up to the advertising agency’s sixth-floor offices and confronted a secretary about the water throwing.

“This is the executive floor,” the secretary said. “That’s utterly ridiculous.”

“Don’t you call us ridiculous,” a protester shouted. “Is this what Madison Avenue represents?”

“And they call us savages,” a protester named Vivian Harris said.

- New York Times 

The hotel, has 32 luxury guestrooms and suites, as well as a ballroom, library and formal gardens with eight reflecting pools. Guests can explore the Long Island wine country, unwind with an in-room massage or enjoy exclusive golf and tennis privileges at the Cold Spring Country Club.

When current owner, Gary Melius purchased the property in 1984 for $1.5 million, the property was dilapidated and falling apart. Today, 70 percent of the site has been restored. Future plans for Oheka included, an addition of a restaurant and spa.

Recently, The Oheka Castle has been transferred to servicer,  C-III Asset Management LLC, according to a Citybizlist report, due to imminent default. C-III Asset Management LLC is a  subsidiary of C-III Capital Partners, CEO Andrew Farkas. C-III Capital Partners is the named special servicer for more than $152 billion of commercial real estate loans. C-III Capital Partner is experienced and provides innovative real estate equity and debt solutions that are tailored to clients and investors.

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If you’re looking for a great spring break spot Miami will bring awareness to your holistic health and wellness of the spirit, body, and mind. The Ludus brand values aesthetics and produces apparel that is expertly designed to complement the human form. All effort is made to marry the finest organic, recycled, and other eco-conscious materials with ultimate style, comfort, and functionality. Ludus apparel is ideal for meditating at the yoga studio, biking South Beach, an hour at the gym, or people watching on Lincoln Road.

So, who is the fairest of them all? I guess we’ll find out – People reports that the movie will be taking a lighter spin to the traditionally dark fairy-tale.  If the fact that this movie is a rendition of the traditional fairytale isn’t enough for you maybe the costumers will. The image attached to this post is when Snow White (complete with her white swan wings) is introduced to the unimpressed evil queen for one scene in the movie.  You can see the costumes are stunning.

The movie has been featured in all of the popular gossip magazines. For example, US Weekly Magazine reports a few photos, quotes and more quotes, while People Magazine gives a full description of the movie. Both magazines are crucial to read if you are trying to learn as much about the movie as possible.

National Magazine Exchange (NME) is a great resource to buy all of your favorite gossip magazines for discounted prices. This way you can get the whole story.

Snooki is currently filming a spin-off of Jersey Shore with best friend and show-mate, JWoww. The rumors of Snooki’s pregnancy have been shot down, but then brought up again and confirmed last week. According to MTV, “Nicole and Jenni began filming last week and moved into their new digs with animal print furniture in tow,” said MTV spokesperson in a statement last week. “Things are going great thus far.”

Engaged to boyfriend Jionni LaValle, the couple seems very happy with the news. Snooki and LaValle began dating over a year ago. LaValle plans to pursue a career in education as a teacher. The couple is looking forward to the next chapter in their life.

In the meantime, the  season of “Jersey Shore” will wrap-up this week – Stayed tuned for the season finale that airs on Thursday, March 15.

Will Smith will star in Men in Black 3 with Tommy Lee Jones.  Agent J (Smith) will go back in time once he discovers that history has been rewritten to delete his partner K (Jones) from existence. Smith will go back to 1969 where he will meet up with with young K (Josh Brolin) to fight.

Rumor has it that Gaga may be making an alien appearance, perhaps in the Andy Warhol (Bill Hader) scene in some crazy alien costume.

The film was directed by Barry Sonnenfeld and executive produced by Steven Spielberg, also stars Emma Thompson. Watch trailer, on

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Kim Lewis, design expert with Chicago Magazine gives tips on how to be bold while still following basic design principles.

1. Add an accent. A bold countertop becomes an eye-popping statement when combined with bright accessories (vases, art, linens) and glossy white cabinetry.

2. Immerse your space. With orange countertops, Lewis likes to pair dark or steely colors and sleek cabinetry, allowing the dynamic color to saturate a space.

3. Think outside the countertop. Surfacing materials can be used to wrap bathtubs, as shower benches, or in fireplace surrounds. Think creatively to incorporate color.

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“Hugo” was made by Martin Scorsese, known for his rediscovery and preservation of past films and using the best technology in digital Hollywood. The film was adapted from Brian Selznick’s children’s book “The Invention of Hugo Cabret.”  The story is about a boy and girl and the mystery surrounding French film pioneer Georges Melies (Ben Kinsgley).

The Oscars is one of the most popular events on Television, yet, it can be hard to keep up with the current films.  We got to the movies a few times a month throughout the entire year, but the movies you see never seem to be the movies that are being nominated for Oscars.  You might not have no ideas what “Hugo” was about or who Martin Scorsese is. If you’re interested in being more in the know for next year, FilmFanatic ToolBar can be used to help you keep up with all the latest movies, ratings, and the leading actors and actresses.  Maybe next year will be different.