with George's easy & savory recipes,
great travel destinations, fun recreation
& home solutions for living well
a hirsch production TV series
George Hirsch Living it
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station guide fall 07-08
SHOW #301 THE EAST END
George makes several stops on Long Island’s East End. He’ll
visit Montauk, a land still well preserved today, then he’s
off to Wolffer Stables for a first class experience for
horses. George winds down summer with the country’s top
Equestrian event at The Hampton Classic. George prepares
the pride of the East End with Long Island Duck.
For more information from the EAST END:
The Hampton Classic Horse Show- www.hamptonclassic.com
Robbins Wolfe Eventeurs- www.robinswolfe.com
Long Island Farm Bureau- www.lifb.com
The “Big Duck”- www.roadsideamerica.com
Wolffer- www.wolffer.com
Montauk- www.montaulkchamber.com
SHOW #302 STORMING THE CASTLE
George storms Ashford Castle in County Mayo Ireland. In a
setting often visited by Kings, Queens and Presidents,
George gets a first hand lesson in falconry. Then it’s off
to the links for a round of golf tips and Irish banter. In
the kitchen it’s Cheddar Potato Soup & Chive Bacon
Salad.
For more information from STORMING THE CASTLE:
Ashford Castle- www.ashford.ie
Tourism Ireland-.http://www.tourismireland.com
SHOW #303 TIMELESS ENCHANTMENT
Hiking, boating, tennis and carriage rides at Mohonk
Mountain provide the foundation for relaxation from all
your cares. A century old tradition of breakfast & bbq
at the Granary. George whips up Savory Roasted Vegetables
and Herb Garlic Chicken.
For more information from TIMELESS ENCHANTMENT:
Mohonk Mountain House- www.mohonk.com
SHOW #304 CRUISING
George takes to the high seas and visits the bridge of
Caribbean Princess with the Captain. Executive Chef Alfredo
keeps thousands well-dined 24 hours a day. George checks
out the activities while cruising. George prepares
everyone’s favorite, Cane Charred Shrimp.
For more information from CRUISING:
Caribbean Princess & Princess Cruises -
www.princesscruises.com
Nordicware-www.nordicware.com
SHOW #305 ON THE FARM
If you could talk to the animals, what would they say?
George has the answer. Myrtle Allen of Ballymaloe shares
with George how survival on a farm provided the beginning
of a first class restaurant and world class hotel. George
visits Executive Chef Joseph Realmuto of Nick & Toni's
a leader of chefs working with local farmers and Joe
prepares fresh dishes from their organic garden. George
prepares his Garlic Wine Mussels and Aioli.
For more information from ON THE FARM:
Ballymaloe House - www.ballymaloe.ie
Enamelled cast iron cookwear- www.lecrueset.com
Nick & Toni's- East Hampton NY Tel:631-324-3550
SHOW #306 SURF & TURF
George goes deep-sea fishing to reel in the big one. A lawn
of huge proportions is laid; George lends a hand and gets
expert advice on turf. Clams, lobster and sun make for a
great stop at The Clam Bar. George keeps all happy with Rib
Eye and Tuna Steak.
For more information from SURF & TURF:
Capt Mike & Daybreaker Montaulk NY & Ismorada FL -
www.fishdaybreaker.com
Tara Gardens- Watermill NY, email: taragardens@peconic.net
The Clam Bar- Amagansett NY, Tel:631-267-6348
SHOW #307 HOME GROWN
A visit to an organic farm where the Lee family has grown
specialty produce for over a half century. Fresh eggs from
the hen house and a tour through the orchard. Growing
beautiful evergreen shrubs for instant pleasure. George
prepares Chicken with Tomatoes and Olives.
For more information from HOME GROWN:
Sang Lee Farms- www.sangleefarms.com
Milk Pail Apple Orchid- www.milk-pail.com
Thuga "Green Giant"- US national Arboretum:
www.ars-grin.gov/na/
SHOW #308 CELEBRATIONS
A visit to Waterford Crystal Factory. Personalized gifts
for any occasion. Do you have the right hat? A gathering
around an annual Native American tradition. George prepares
simple and savory celebration foods including spiced nuts
and antipasti.
For more information from CELEBRATIONS
Waterford Crystal-www.waterford.ie
SHOW#309 A GOOD PLAN
Planning on renovating or building that dream home? George
visits The Red Maple Inn with Co-Owner John Bills on a
historic restoration for his Colonial-era estate. Landscape
gardens with ideas from around the world for your own home
garden. Saviano's, a family owned and operated Italian
Restaurant and Pizzaria offers tasty advice on total
renovation in two weeks. George prepares Minestrone and a
menu plan for the week.
For more information from A GOOD PLAN
The Red Maple Inn- in Spencer,
Massachusetts-www.theredmapleinn.com,
Saviano's Restaurant- 4645 Sunrise Highway Bohemia ,New
York 11716. Tel.(631) 567-3988
SHOW #310 WELL AGED
Just in time for the harvest George joins’s up with wine
writer Michael Braverman in the vineyard for insights on
wine selections. Award winning Vintner Roman Roth tours
George through the cellar at Wolffer Winery for well aged
wines. Putting on a well aged suit of armor offers George a
look at protection from yesteryear. A visit to Sterling
Steakhouse gives a taste of well aged steak. George
prepares Short Ribs with Orange Ginger Sauce, Dumplings and
Stir Fry Green Beans.
For more information from WELL AGED
Higgans Armory Museum- http://www.higgins.org
Wolffer Winery- www.wolffer.com
Sterling Steakhouse- http://www.princess.com/home.jsp
SHOW #311 YESTERDAY’S TREASURES
Country Stew and Biscuits sets the pace in the kitchen with
George for a good home-style menu. George visits the 125
year old Barn Museum in New Paltz, NY and takes a look back
in time at yesterday’s treasures. A few good tips in
antique shopping before traveling off to New England for a
country antique auction. We’ll warm up at the bea hive
hearth and whip up an authentic New England Squash Soup.
For more information from YESTERDAY’S TREASURES
Barn Museum- www.mohonk.com
Old Sturbridge Village- http://www.osv.org/
Bill Ekleberry Auctions at Spencer Country Inn, Spencer
Mass. Tel: 508-579-6615
SHOW #312 CHECKING INN
Crabcakes with two sauces whets the appetite before
traveling off to a romantic colonial-era New England
Country Inn. Shari Alexander, Inn keeper of The Red Maple
Inn tours George through the 15 room mansion, built circa
1780. Four hundred herbs for as many uses are shared by
historical expert at Old Sturbridge Village. George &
Shari whip up scallops in her gourmet country kitchen.
George's recommendation for quality assurance before
checking into an Inn, resort or hotel.
For more information from CHECKING INN
The Red Maple Inn- in Spencer,
Massachusetts-www.theredmapleinn.com
Old Sturbridge Village- http://www.osv.org/
American Express Preferred Hotels-
http://www.preferredhotels.com/fhr/
Trip Advisor: http://www.tripadvisor.com/
SHOW #313 PRESERVED
Steamy waffles and grilled smoked sausage with jam sauce is
a welcome morning eye opener. George travels to a
picturesque crest of steeply sloping hills blanketed in
oak, maple and pine, farmed meadows and broad pasturelands,
here rests Saint Joseph's Abbey in New England; and George
gets a first hand look at how a cloistered monastery of
monks, popularly known as Trappists prepare heavenly
Trappist Preserves; for over fifty years the Trappists at
Saint Joseph's Abbey have clothed the Church with beauty
and nobility. George stops for a bite at Camaje; a NYC
Village Bistro, offering a highly rated culinary oasis in
the big apple. Once you stop by this this true European
style cafe you'll also want to sign up for Chef Abby's
unique cooking classes.
For more Information from PRESERVED:
Saint Joseph's Abbey- http://www.spencerabbey.org
Trappist Preserves- http://www.monasterygreetings.com
Holy Rood Guild- http://www.holyroodguild.com
Camaje Bistro & Cooking Classes; 85 MacDougal St, NYC-
http://www.camaje.com
SHOW #314 SPEED
Panini and a spin on crisp pizza gets you up to speed
before driving off to Phoenix International Raceway. George
takes a spin behind the wheel with Richard Petty Driving
Experience and feels the speed of what it’s like to step
into a NASCAR style stock car; a look under the hood with
the RPDE pit crew; George gets a taste of award winning
micro-brew with brewmaster Phil Markowski; and practical
refrigerator maintenance.
For more Information from SPEED:
Get behind the wheel with Richard Petty Driving Experience-
http://www.1800bepetty.com
Phoenix International Raceway-
http://www.phoenixintlraceway.com
Micro Brews of Southampton Public House-
http://www.publick.com
SHOW #315 VALLEY OF THE SUN
A batch of Chipolte Chips & Chili; then we’re chipping
away on the fairway at the Pointe Golf Club on Lookout
Mountain with Golf Pro Jerramy Hainline, Director of Hilton
Golf Academy; benefits of quality sunglasses; resort life
at Tapatio; and excellance in culinary team work at
Different Pointe of View.
For More information from VALLEY OF THE SUN:
For more enjoyment from the game of golf-
http://www.hiltongolfacademy.com
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort-
http://www.pointehilton.com/indextc.html
The Highly rated, Different Pointe of View Restaurant at
Tapatio Resort- http://www.pointehilton.com/
Arizona Tourism- http://www.arizonaguide.com/home.asp
SHOW #316 INSPIRATION
Creamy Five Onion Soup and Warm Apple Cobbler warms you up
before heading off with George and Ranger Heather to the
Sonoran Desert; a Wyoming cowboy rodeo rider, artist and
creator of monuments sculptor Chris Navarro shares
inspiration for his passion in art; George in search of the
vortex.
For More information from INSPIRATION:
Gain new insights into the richness and diversity of the
Sonoran Desert-
http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/hikemain.html
http://phoenix.gov/PARKS/nmvc.html
Artist Chris Navarro- http://www.navarrogallerysedona.com
For crystals and metaphysical sundries-Sedona Crystal
Vortex Sedona, AZ 928.282.3543 l
SHOW #317 EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE
Magical Adare Manor lends for great fly fishing, golf and
romance; a visit to Park Hotel and Samas Spa for five star
pampering; roasted and carved duck served classically with
Excellence in Service; travel and packing tips; George
prepares Glazed CoHo Salmon with Cous Cous and Chocolate
Pecan Filo Pie
For More Information from EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE:
Adare Manor- http://www.adaremanor.com
Park Hotel Kenmare-
http://www.parkkenmare.com/hotel/about.html
Samas Spa- http://www.samaskenmare.com/
Tourism Ireland-.http://www.tourismireland.com
SHOW #318 RED ROCK
Do you like nice things? Beautiful places? Pampering?
George gets a tour of Red Rocks with Mayor Pud Colquitt; a
refreshing experience at the new Sedona Rouge Spa for a
personally designed spa treatment; insuring art for peace
of mind; a place of myth, memory and unmatched comfort at
the new Sedona Rouge Boutique Hotel; an amazing menu at
Reds by one of America's up and coming chefs served with
contemporary flair; George prepares Shrimp Risotto and
Honey Orange Cake
For more infomation from RED ROCK:
http://www.visitsedona.com
http://www.sedonarouge.com
SHOW #319 UP & AWAY
George takes you to new heights ballooning in Arizona; off
roading tips and jeep adventure in Red Rock country;
mountain biking in the Berkshires; Smoked Sausage Frittata
and Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
For more information from UP & AWAY:
Hot Air Balloning in Arizona:
http://sedonahotairballoons.com
Pink Jeep Tours in Sedona, AZ: http://www.pinkjeep.com
Berkshire Hiking and Biking: http://www.berkshirehiking.com
SHOW #320 THE GOOD LIFE
"Architecture is poetry." George meets up with Chuck
Berg of Charles/Rich, LLC., and visits the site of another
product of grand architectural design from Charles/Rich,
LLC; Sailing the waters in the Hamptons; High Tea with
Shari Alexander Bills; butcher block care 101; George
prepares Chicken Braciolette and Creamy Gorgonzola Polenta
For more information from: THE GOOD LIFE
The portfolio of Charles Rich- www.charlesrich.com
High Tea at The Red Maple Inn- www.theredmapleinn.com
SHOW #321 TUNED IN
Letterman, Today Show, Tonight Show and Conan are among the
honors of Joey “Coach” Hanna’s Music performance as George
picks up the beat with a drum lesson from the “Coach”; the
background of creating an award winning TV series theme
song; Grammy Award Sony Classical Artist Yefim
Bronfman; catch up with two guys, a frying pan and an
appetite; Tuscan White Bean Artichoke Soup, Chocolate Torta
For more information from: TUNED IN
Joey Hanna/ Thunderhoof
Productions-www.thunderhoofproductions.com/index.shtml
Yefim Bronfman- www.yefimbronfman.com
SHOW #322 WELLNESS
Tour spa therapies at a new spa in a century old resort; a
day at the number one rated European Samas Spa; sound
choice desserts; George whips up a lighter version of Spicy
Buffalo Fish, and Warm Banana Pockets.
For More Information From WELLNESS:
Mohonk Mountain House- www.mohonk.com
Samas Spa- http://www.samaskenmare.com/
SHOW #323 FIRE & ICE
Cross-country skiing instruction for enjoying miles of
trails alongside scenic trails; feeding house plants;
greenhouse potted plants and seedlings for indoor and
outdoor enjoyment; Ice skating at a 10,000 -square-foot
refrigerated ice rink pavilion featuring century old style
skating with open sides, wooden roof beams, stone columns,
and a 39-foot-tall stone fireplace; George prepares Spicey
Corn Chowder and Fennel Salad.
For More Information From FIRE & ICE:
United States Department of Agriculture Plant Info-
http://www.plants.usda.gov
Mohonk Mountain House- www.mohonk.com
SHOW #324 WORLD RENOUNED
The craftsmanship of Steinway is maintained one key at a
time; Middleton Distillery captures the essence of it’s
roots one drop at a time; first class dining room at
Ashford Castle serving their guests in old world style;
George prepares Cacciatore and a ragout of Barley Risotto.
For More Information From WORLD RENOUNED:
The finest pianos made for over 150 years- www.steinway.com
Touring Irish Distilleries- Tourism Ireland-
www.tourismireland.com
Ashford Castle- www.ashford.ie
SHOW #325 HOME TIME
Get a jump on planning outdoor landscape improvements with
pavers; a brighter idea with energy saving technology;
planning the herb garden for tasty results; repotting
overgrown plants; White Turkey Chili and Chili Cornbread
Muffins.
For More Information From HOME TIME
For Paver Products- http://www.nicolock.com
For Paving & Edge Restraint System-
http://www.gappsi.com
Landscape Design- http://johnsparrow.com
Energy saving tips-
http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips
SHOW #326 TASTE OF IRELAND
George catches a big Salmon with Irelands top Ghillies;
selecting a guide for ease of travel; a walking tour
through Galway; any time is good for Guinness; a centuries
old wine cellar; George offers Brining tips, Pork
Tenderloin, and Apple Tartin
For More Information From TASTE OF IRELAND:
Tour Ireland- Tourism Ireland- www.tourismireland.com
Fly Fishing on Cong River and Lough Corrib-
http://www.ashford.ie/fishing