MEDIA ADVISORY

For Immediate Release

January 4, 2012

Media RSVP Contact

Janet A. Dickerson, Pixel Prose Media

Janet@pixelprosemedia.com

Tickets on Sale for the

2013 THREE KINGS DAY COQUITO CRAWL

Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013 from 2:00p-6:00p

A fun trolley tasting event featuring the Coquito Masters and some of Harlem’s best cultural and culinary

establishments;

First Trolley loop sold out, additional trips have been added

WHAT: It’s about that time! Join the International Coquito Federation the 2013 Three Kings Day

Coquito Crawl and ring in the New Year with delicious Coquito an assortment of flavorful foods. Attendees will

be shuttled by trolley to a variety of establishments offering exclusive menu tastings and fresh creamy Coquito

made by New York’s top Coquito Masters!

Co-sponsored by The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI) and Off The Beaten

Plate, The Three Kings Day Coquito Crawl will be a gratifying post-Holiday treat for family and friends alike.

This year’s featured establishments include Camaradas, Amor Cubano, Gran Piatto D’Oro, La Casa Azul

Bookstore, and East Harlem Café. Specific location and trolley details are listed below. Members of the

media are welcome to attend and must RSVP directly at info@obpnyc.com.

WHEN: Saturday, January 5th, 2013, 2:00p-6:00p

PRICE: $25 General Admission at the door. A limited number of $15 tickets are available to

Facebook fans of Off The Beaten Plate (Facebook.com/offthebeatenplate) for advance purchase only using

discount code #threekings (including hashtag). Advance tickets are available

at www.obpnyc.com/coquitocrawl.

***Both ticket prices cover admission on-board the trolley and to all tasting sites. Ticket-holders will be

permitted to board the trolley at any of the below locations and will be required to show their tickets upon entry

to each venue.

LOCATIONS & The following venues are listed according to their order on the trolley route:

LOGISTICS: Gran Piatto D’Oro, 1429 5th Avenue, New York, NY (route begins here)

East Harlem Café, 1651 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY

La Casa Azul Bookstore, 143 E. 103rd Street, New York, NY

Amor Cubano, 2018 3rd Avenue, New York, NY

Camaradas, 2241 1st Ave, New York, NY

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About The International Coquito Federation

Founded in 2002 by East Harlem-native Debbie Quinones, the International Coquito Federation seeks to

celebrate and preserve Puerto Rico’s culinary and cultural legacy through a host of events in El Barrio and

other communities throughout New York. Such events include the vastly popular Coquito Masters Contest

series, during which contestants compete for the title of top Coquito Master. Qualifiers are held in the five

boroughs of NYC and Connecticut, drawing thousands of people annually. Since its inception 11 years ago,

the International Coquito Federation has gone on to inspire similar festivities around the globe. To receive

updates on upcoming and future events, contact coquitomasters@gmail.com.

About The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI)

The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute, commonly known as the Caribbean Cultural Center,

was conceived in 1976 by Dr. Marta Moreno Vega who had a vision to create an international organization to

promote and link communities of African descendants wherever our communities are present. Dedicated to

making visible the invisible history, culture and welfare of peoples in African descent, the Center is based in

New York City but effectively works for the social, cultural and economic equity of African Diaspora

communities around the world. www.cccadi.org

About Off The Beaten Plate

Savory dinner stunners. Fun and flavorful cocktails. Heavenly homemade delights. Off The Beaten

Plate (www.obpnyc.com) is an epicurean media and entertainment company focusing on the best food and

dining experiences that diverse communities have to offer. By highlighting neighborhood culinary artists and

restaurateurs, Off The Beaten Plate strives to support entrepreneurship, small business development, and

sustained economic growth.

For immediate release October 2, 2012

MEDIA ADVISORY:

HARLEM’S OFFICIAL PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE WATCH PARTY KICKS OFF TOMORROW NIGHT AT 7:30P

WHAT: Join CREOLE, Organizing for America (OFA) Team Harlem, and The Progressive Democratic Club of East Harlem for Harlem's Official Presidential Debate Watch Party. Gather with us to discuss the key issues and to mix and mingle with activists, organizers, volunteers and voters from across Upper Manhattan and NYC. WHERE: CREOLE Restaurant & Music Supper Club 2167 Third Avenue (at 118th St.) New York, NY WHEN: Wednesday, October 3 from 7:30p-11:30p WHY: The 2012 Presidential race has proven to be one of the most important elections in our nation's history. From severe economic hardship and disparity to threats against fundamental civil and human rights, America is facing key challenges that warrant strong, reliable leadership and, most importantly, an electorate that is engaged and well-informed. This (and each subsequent) debate will provide a critical opportunity for both candidates to address these issues and to lay out their respective agendas for building a better, stronger nation for all. LOGISTICS: The debate will be shown on two screens for optimal viewing. A special selection of cocktails and appetizers uniquely-priced for the occasion will be served, including CREOLE's “Voodoo Wings” and the new exclusive "Obama-Tini." There is no cover fee for the event. On-street parking will be available. CONTACT: Members of the media can RSVP by sending an email to Janet@pixelprosemedia.com, or by calling (646) 770-3276.

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CONTACT For Immediate Release Janet A. Dickerson October 23, 2012 Pixel Prose Media, LLC (646) 770-3276 Janet@pixelprosemedia.com

MEDIA ADVISORY:

CREOLE Restaurant and Council Member Melissa Mark-Viverito Host

Uptown’s Official Election Night Party

WHAT: City Council Member Melissa Mark-Viverito will join CREOLE Restaurant & Music

Supper Club in co-hosting the official Election Night Party in Upper Manhattan. Join us and event co-sponsors Organizing for America Team Harlem, The Progressive Democratic Club of East Harlem, and Drinking Liberally Harlem for a fun and enjoyable evening of politics, delicious food, and dynamic musical entertainment courtesy of funk band Pure Volume.

WHEN: Tuesday, November 6th from 7:30p-11:30p

WHERE: CREOLE Restaurant & Music Supper Club

2167 Third Avenue (at 118th St.) New York, NY 10035

WHY: The 2012 Presidential Election will likely be remembered as one of the most important

and memorable in our nation’s history. Now after months of debate, deliberation, and democratic mobilization, the time to vote for America’s future has finally arrived. Exercising this fundamental right to vote means standing up for many other critical rights that are currently on the line in this election, and making a valuable contribution to Harlem’s esteemed legacy of political activism and engagement. LOGISTICS: The debate will be shown on two screens for optimal viewing. A special selection of cocktails and appetizers uniquely-priced for the occasion will be served, including CREOLE's Voodoo Wings, Chicharron de Pollo, and Fried Coconut Shrimp as well as our exclusive Obama-Tini and Swag cocktails, all $5.00 each. There is no cover fee for the event. On-street parking only. CONTACT: Members of the media can RSVP by sending an email to Janet@pixelprosemedia.com, or by calling (646) 770-3276. Follow CREOLE on Facebook and Twitter for real-time Election Night Party updates and highlights.

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PRESS CONTACT:

Janet Dickerson, Pixel Prose Media

(646) 770-3276 / Janet@pixelprosemedia.com

Veteran Comedian/Entertainer and Radio Star J. Anthony Brown

Launches L.A. Talent Competition “The J. Factor” Tonight Event will run every Sunday from 6-9pm for 12 weeks; open to local vocalists and rap artists of

various ages

For Immediate Release

June 24, 2012 – Los Angeles, CA – Are you an aspiring singer or rapper trying to break into the music

industry? Have family and friends always encouraged you to be proactive and pursue your dreams to become

a famous entertainer? If so, you won’t want to miss out on the newest competition hitting LA this weekend.

This evening, veteran comedian and co-host of The Tom Joyner Morning Show J. Anthony Brown, will

launch “The J. Factor,” a talent competition open to up-and-coming performers from across Los Angeles.

Hosted by singer and musician Julian Jones, the competition will take place from 6-9PM every Sunday at

Brown’s hot comedy club The J. Spot, located at 5581 W. Manchester Avenue. Contestants of all ages

are welcome to enter, and the winner will receive a grand prize, to be announced at the event. The “J. Factor”

will be a family-friendly affair, so only clean singers, rappers and entertainers will be considered.

“I hope that everyone will come out tonight for the inaugural ‘J. Factor’ competition to try their luck at breaking

into the music and entertainment business,” said J. Anthony Brown. “This is a special opportunity for bright

up-and-coming talent in our community to show off their skills and advance their hopes of becoming the next

big thing. Tell your family and friends and invite them all to come down too and see if they have what it takes to

become the very first ‘J Factor’ winner. Hope to see you there!’”

If you think you've got the "J. Factor" visit here to fill out a contestant form. The entry fee for talent is $5.00;

so is the price of admission. To purchase your tickets today, or for more information, please call(310) 337-

9057, or contact us at www.JAnthonyBrown.com. Members of the press who are interested in

attending, please respond to this email or call (646) 770-3276.

WHAT: Launch of the first annual “J Factor” talent competition

WHO: Aspiring singers and rappers (family-friendly material ONLY)

WHEN: TONIGHT and every Sunday for 12 weeks from 6-9pm

WHERE: The J Spot Comedy Club

5581 W. Manchester Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90045