Two by two you travel through life!

may 21 to june 20
ruled by: mercury
status: I think

quickfire: Whoa! You're probably reading this on your iPhone en route to your next 'to do'... stop for just a minute and breathe. I promise your world won't disolve like a warp in the Matrix. You are constantly on the go, multi-tasking with moody flair.

By all foodie birthrights, your favorite foods can be eaten while walking, blogging, or debating. Your liberal nature and quick mind makes you a sought after companion for all entertaining activities. Learn to graze, you'll love the scenery.

Continue your quest for work/life balance by making summer vacation plans early and be sure to include lots of me-time. Since you are happier reading a cookbook on your iPad than actually cooking a meal, maybe a trip to one of the trending food truck Meccas like Portland, Austin, or San Francisco is in order.

Your pairing: Grilled turkey and Swiss burger with fennel slaw and a grassy Fumé Blanc

StarChefs: Masaharu Morimoto and Jamie Oliver... with a foodie nod to Ted Allen



Hear's a tune you'll soon be humming!

april 20 - may 20
ruled by: venus
status: I have

quickfire:
You are a musical being who loves potatoes. Yes, even though you tend to be a mass of contradictions, it's that simple.

You love beauty, converastion, and fine things. These traits transfer nicely to your foodie birthrights... good service, good food, good value.

You equally embrace traditional or exotic cooking and you don't like to repeat your recipies... which drives your friends crazy! Of course, you're so stubborn, your best bet is to host the dinner party so your guests can't disagree with you!

The bonus is... you're GREAT COOKS!
Of course, Chef Cosmo is a Taurus!

I didn't see that comin'!

march 21 - april 19
ruled by: mars
status: I am

You’re first in the Zodiac for a reason... the rest of us depend on you to take the lead and field the hits. Mars in your ruling planet intensifies your already abundant energy and draw on the spotlight. You’re foodie birthrights are no exception... furious hunger, fast food, no fuss. Keep the flow balanced by embracing leisure time.

Your playful spirit makes you a joy to be around when you can slow down long enough for others to see it. The position of Uranus in Aries for the next five years spurs curiosity in unique areas - the perfect time to explore new hobbies. Enter a local cooking contest. Food is the perfect outlet for your creativity and it doesn’t talk back!
A win, win!

Your pairing: Flame grilled, cocoa-spice rubbed NY strip and lobster tail with roasted asparagus and caramelized lemons paired with a peppery Zinfandel.

StarLite!
• You can’t always fight illness with willpower… force yourself to rest more to keep energy charged.
• Hungry in a hurry isn’t a healthy combination, try to plan for meals ahead of time to mitigate crankiness!
• Make sure you have lots of bright color on your plate: spices and ethnic foods, or just put purple food coloring in your oatmeal!

Dream a little dream for me!

february 19 - march 20
ruled by: neptune
status: I believe

Quickfire:
Pisces all-stars are the compassionate psychic blend of all the Sun Signs paired with uncany insight and imagination. You believe in everyone and everything, which makes you a sensitive, caring friend. People love to share meals with you, there's always great music, warm aesthetics, and lots of bubbles. Luckily they will always be patient while you change your mind on which entrée to have... several times! If you could have dinner and a massage at the same time, you'd totally do it!

Your month:
Two important concepts for you to embrace right now: 1. Relax-time grounds you so creativity can harvest greatest results… spend time away from the fray with simple pleasures like cooking, writing, mixology, and dancing, and 2. You never know which hobby will become a career; use your innate instincts to open the possibilities.

Your pairing: Plank grilled trout with Asti caper tapenade and a spicy arugula salad paired with a crispy Tyler Florence Sauvignon Blanc.

StarSight:
Purpose: envision, we depend on your magical insight to spark creativity
Gift: empathy, your compassion gives safe haven
Challenge: indecision inhibits your forward movement

Affirmation: “I am true to myself and grateful for my resources.”

StarChefs: Tyler Florence, Jeff Smith, Anne Burrell, Scott Conant, Jean-Christophe Novelli



Continue inventing our future!

january 20 - february 18
ruled by: uranus
status: I know

quickfire:
You are living in a time zone ahead of the rest of us happily surrounded by a fray of eclectic friends and family dysfunction. You are innovative, smart, rebelious, and talkative. You will try anything and hate breakfast (for breakfast). Your foodie birthrights feed this stream with lots of weird food, strangely connected dinner guests, and a smartphone full of great friends who adore hanging out with you.

StarChefs:
Michael Chiarello, Guy Fieri, Lydia Bastianich, Ina Garten, and Aaron Sanchez

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See the world... must have tickets!

november 22 - december 21
ruled by: jupiter
status: I understand

quickfire:
Encarta defines abundance as a fullness of spirit that overflows. That is you, Sag, in loads. Your free spirit craves travel and you adore foreign foods as long as you can find the locals' hangout. You love to be entertained while eating... good jokes or dinner theater, either works fine. Keep the overindulgence in check, except for your famous, first-class backyard barbecues!

horoscope:
Your plethora of personal relationships benefit well from the full moon lunar eclipse on the 10th. Use this planetary advantage to do some needed connection maintenance by planning spirited lunches in the square and hot chocolate meet ups under the holiday lights, but stay put on decision making until your heart settles on its intentions. Your temperament for living life large can cause unexpected expenses under the influence of the new moon in Capricorn on December 24th and the spirit of holiday surprises. Use your unique creativity to pull together fun and inspiring gifts within budget. You can make a splash in January after the
year-end bonus!

Your pairing: Breakfast for dinner! Crispy bacon and hashbrown quesadillas with quail eggs (Chef Bobby Flay) - paired with a chilled and bubbly Chandon Rosé

StarChefs: Rick Bayless, Bobby Flay, Duff Goldman, Jacques Pépin

News flash...we know who you are!

october 23 - november 21
ruled by: mars
status: I create

quickfire:
Scorpio is the only Sun Sign that can make sleazy the new fine dining experience. You love dark, secluded, mysterious places where you can be incognito and embrace your wild side. Your intense extremes motivate you toward harsh diets. Give yourself a break and indulge in more of your favorite foodie experiences, which include spicy red sauces, rich seafoods, mushrooms and lots of proteins... oh, and cocktails! Give your local mixoligist a run for they money!

Scorpio, you keep us on our toes and enrich our spheres.

star bytes:
Determined and forceful
Powerful and passionate
Exciting and magnetic
Jealous and resentful
Compulsive and obsessive
Secretive and obstinate

StarChefs: Gordon Ramsay and Rocco DiSpirito



september 23 - october 22
ruled by: venus
status: I balance

quickfire:
Libra's proverbial passionate soul makes them the ultimate foodie. You require lots of texture in your foods, friends, and environments. Your need to constantly engage your senses motivates you to experience many cultural and exotic foods and just as many variations of people.

You love to orchestrate events and create experiences, engaging your vast networks. We all appreciate these skills, but please... learn to reign in your inner-control freakieness and the world will truly see through your rose-colored glasses and enjoy the social ride.

Libra StarChefs:
Emeril Lagassi, Robert Irvine, and Thomas Keller

(excerpt from Stars In Your Stomach)
Mangia!

The great news is that our Libras are a extraordinary hosts!  They are passionate caretakers with vast social skills bringing together compelling groups of people in interesting surroundings. Libra’s need to consistently engage their senses motivates them to experience many cultural and exotic foods and just as many variations of people.  The bad news is that they typically want to initiate the event and make all the plans. If they don’t get to, they may be cranky and sulk through the forced socialization they had no control over.

Whenever possible say “Yes!” to hanging out with a Libra.  They are beautiful people, inside and out, and are architects of attraction.  They don’t like to be alone, so chances are you will get frequent opportunities to go out if you are on their network list.  If they must dine alone, their strong desire to be out amongst the world will drive them to eat out solo, but they won’t remain that way for very long.  Libra will genuinely befriend the staff of the restaurant by the time the salad arrives… and lucky you, some of these interesting people will probably appear at the next gathering that you’re invited to!  If you’re in need of a companion, don’t hesitate to call them – if they’re not free, they will usually include you in their plans.

The Libran eating environment can vary greatly.  The necessary components are a variety of food textures, interesting companionship, an attractive atmosphere, and good music.  They are creatures of beauty and romance.  Romance defined in the sense of romantic love, but also in the spirit or feeling of adventure.  They love being with a group of people dining family style, still preferably out in a restaurant.  If this type of eating requires the restaurant be foreign… Greek or Italian, all the better!  Libra is also completely in their element in a candlelit, white-linen hideaway booth with their lover or on a first date.  They are not shy about eating and will indulge whatever whim is present in the moment.  In either situation, they will happily ensure that whoever else is present is well cared for.  Although Libra’s social life may be a constant whirlwind of activity, they like to eat slowly… keep pace and they will love to share meals with you… finish early and watch them eat and they will take even longer!

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September Horoscope:
It’s time to believe what others have known for a long time… you are a star and can manifest your daydreams with little effort bringing you the recognition you truly want. Embrace this side of yourself and practice creativity. The kitchen is a good place to start breaking out. The full moon on the 12th will support these efforts by sharpening your skills of persuasion and keeping you in tune with partners of all types. Plan a special party for your birthday and show them your flair. Remember… life encompasses work AND play!

Your pairing: Summer pineapple glazed Cornish game hen with pine nut wild rice stuffing and crispy Pinot Grigio.

StarChefs: Mario Batali, Todd English, Michael Symon, Rachel Ray, Padma Lakshmi, Donatella Arpaia

Virgo StarGlimpse

Out To Eat…
Choose a clean and efficient vegetarian cafe. A like-minded place where their pickiness won’t draw attention… a safe bet and comfort zone for them to open up.
At Home…
Don’t expect frilly gourmet cooking… they will serve simple dishes with whole grains and vegetables.  Enjoy their enthusiasm to share.
How to Impress…
Understand them, hug them, and give them simple, meaningful gifts.
Gift Foods…
A lovely woven burlap reusable grocery bag filled with potting herb seeds, an organic chili mix, and the latest trend in tabouli!