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    HISTORY

    One of the World's most interesting, innovative, entertaining and humble individuals, Johnny Ciao did not get his start in the culinary world like most so-called chefs. Working as a personal manager, concert promoter and entertainment marketing executive, he always prepared meals for his celebrity friends and clients. Johnny grew up in New York and was an avid music lover. He began his radio career at an early age of 17 on rhythmn and blues stations. At the age of 19 he was promoting major rock concerts in Florida and Jazz in Atlanta at venues including the Fox Theater, Sunshine Speedway, others whose names have changed. From personal manager to Baseball Legend Henry (Hank) Aaron and many others, he was always ahead of the upcoming trends.

     

    Johnny along with partner Mike Cooper created one of the most innovative companies during the Music Video Explosion in the '80's. They distributed clips from every record company around the World to broadcast and non-broadcast outlets. MVS was responsible for compiling the very first music video chart, which was published weekly in TV Guide, Rolling Stone and USA Today.

     

    His 3rd book titled 'Eating Life' chronicles the many years he has spent as an entrepreneur, entertainer and friend, not only to the Legends in the World of Music, Film and Television, but to human beings from all walks of Life!

  • SYMPHONIC SEASONINGS

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    BBQ BLUES

     

    These BBQ Blues will make your taste buds feel down and out with flavor that not even Muddy Waters or Eric Clapton can resist. Rub it on beef, pork and poultry and experience how this blend will keep you in the groove. Use as a rub or create Inventive marinades with olive oil, beer, wine, and stocks. Also sprinkle into breadcrumbs, panko or flour and get that down-home flavor for your favorite fried or baked foods.

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    FUNKY WASABI

    Get funky in your kitchen and make your meals get up and dance with this unique and groovy blend. Sprinkle on anything, especially salads and taste the sounds of James Brown or Beyonce. Guaranteed to make your mouth tingle. Sprinkle into breadcrumbs, panko or flour and get that down-home flavor for your favorite fried or baked foods.

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    SOULFUL SEAFOOD

     

    Feel the rhythm, soul and hip flavors of Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin or Beyoncé when you sprinkle my Soulful Thai Seasoning on your favorite fish or poultry. Great on rice, vegetarian and vegan dishes as well. Use as a rub or create Inventive marinades with olive oil, beer, wine, and stocks. Sprinkle into bread crumbs, panko or flour to taste that fusion of Asian and Soul food come together in your favorite fried or baked foods.

  • CULINARY ENCOUNTERS

     

    Featuring Ciao and friends hanging out.

     

    Lobster Fishing in Canada.

     

    Lobster Cakes with members of Boston in Boston Harbor

     

    Biker Blues with Jeffrey'Skunk' Baxter (Doobie Bros./Steely Dan)

     

    Shopping in Newport, R.I. with Harmonica great James Montgomery (Aerosmith, James Cotton)

     

    Professor Louie (The Band, Levon Helm) shares his experiences while in Siberia as he and Johnny cook up Shrimp Fagiola.

     

    At home with Commander Cody as he shares his valuable collections.

  • PAST EVENTS

     

     

    ORANGE COUNTY FAIR
    MONROE FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

     

    HEROES FOR A CURE

     

    CEREBRAL PALSEY

     

    MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION

     

    ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME

     

    US WAR DOGS

     

    HOUSE OF BLUES FOUNDATION ROOM

     

    ORANGE COUNTY FAIR

     

    MAUI KEA LANI HAWAIIN FOOD JAM

     

    HOBOKEN FILM FESTIVAL

     

    NYACK FILM FESTIVAL

     

    PUTNAM COUNTY WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL

     

    SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL

     

    FANCY FOOD SHOWS

     

    TASTE OF BUFFALO

     

    TOYS FOR TOTS

     

    SOUTH MOUNTAIN BLUES FESTIVAL

     

    HUDSON BERKSHIRE WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL

     

    SUBLICIOUS BLUES BUFFET

     

    CORAL GABLES BLUES FESTIVAL
    CHI CHI RODRIGUEZ BENEFIT FOR KIDS

     

    CANCER BENEFIT AT MAR LARGO

     

    TASTE OF PINELLAS

     

    COOL JUICE OBESITY TOUR

     

    SUMMERTIME BLUES W PROFESSOR LOUIE

     

    SOUTH ORANGE BLUES FESTIVAL 

     

    CHI CHI RODRIGUEZ GOLF CLASSIC

     

    ROBIN ZANDERS FIRST TEE CELEBRITY ROCK GOLF TOURNAMENT

     

    ALS CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

     

    JOHN DEERE CLASSIC IN IOWA FOR CBS

     

    TAMPA BAY WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL

     

     

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    JoHNNY'S SPICE GLOSSARY

  • TV, Music, Food Festivals and More 

    Ciao, the Celebrity Whisperer

     

    Breakfast TV in Vancouver

    British Columbia

    Ciao Live Shows

     

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    Shrimp Ravioli

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    Liverpool, England

    Re-Creation of a traditional British Scouse

    Part 1 with Banana Joe in LA

     

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    San Antonio

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    Wayne Brady

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    Dick Clark in Los Angeles

    Johnny appears with Danny Bonaducci and Dick Clark and creates his Delicious Chicken Spedini

    Communication Breakdown

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    Brooklyn

    Johnny finishes making his Corny Shrimp Raviolis

    Put Up Stand Up Shut Up

     

     

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    House of Blues

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    St. Pete, Fla.

    Highlights from the 2011 Taste of Pinellas Festival in St. Pete, Fla.

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    Yorkshire, England

    Johnny meets Mr. Ed

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    Deer Island, Canada

    Ciao visits one of the world's largest lobster pounds in the world

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    Hip Hoppin' Wherever

    Travels with Ciao

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    Newcastle, UK

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    Bensonhurst, Brooklyn

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    Lobster Fishing on Bay of Fundy, Canada

    Lobster fishing in the Bay of Fundy, Canada

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    Fruit Boats on the Boston Harbor

    Michael Jackson's Favorite Finger Salad

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    Supermarket Hang

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    Sizzle

    Appearances on TV, Radio, Live Shows and at Benefits and who knows what anymore

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    Richard Kind

     

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    Funkin' Round The World

    UK

    Nashville and Much More

     

    Miami

     

    Taste of Buffalo

     

    Los Angeles

     

    Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Benefit

     

    New York City

     

    Part 2 with Banana Joe in LA

     

  • CONNECT

     

     

    https://www.facebook.com/johnny.ciao

    Facebook

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    culinaryrocker@gmail.com

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    310 927 2586

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    Instagram

     

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    You Tube