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ROBERT NORTHFIELD MILLION DOLLAR SALES REPORT ADDRESS

LIST PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Chatham Boro

14 Clark St

$1,499,000

$1,515,000

101%

218

4.1

5

Chatham Boro

107 CHATHAM ST

$1,099,000

$1,100,000

100%

8

2.1

4

Chatham Twp

124 ORMONT RD

$1,199,999

$1,209,000

101%

95

6

7

Chatham Twp

47 ROLLING HILL DR

$1,795,000

$1,725,000

96%

66

4.1

4

Chatham Twp

11 CLUB RD

$1,299,000

$1,250,000

96%

48

4

5

Chatham Twp

31 LENAPE TRL

$2,150,000

$2,100,000

98%

31

4.1

5

Chatham Twp

50 INWOOD RD

$1,400,000

$1,421,725

102%

0

4.1

5

Short Hills/Millburn

7 PARK CIR

$1,799,000

$1,845,000

103%

42

4.1

5

Short Hills/Millburn

83 WELLINGTON AVE

$1,045,000

$1,150,000

110%

10

2.1

4

Short Hills/Millburn

7 SARATOGA WAY

$2,725,000

$2,670,000

98%

37

6.1

6

Short Hills/Millburn

51 SAGAMORE RD

$1,250,000

$1,325,000

106%

14

4.1

5

Short Hills/Millburn

132 SILVER SPRING RD

$1,099,000

$1,190,000

108%

10

2.2

3

Short Hills/Millburn

30 MAPLE TER

$800,000

$1,026,000

128%

9

3.2

4

Short Hills/Millburn

296 HARTSHORN DRIVE

$3,200,000

$2,950,000

92%

140

6.1

5

Maplewood

28 EUCLID AVE

$1,285,000

$1,338,500

104%

15

4.1

4

Maplewood

445 Richmond Ave

$925,000

$1,200,000

130%

14

3.1

5

229 CREST WOOD DR

$1,050,000

$1,150,000

110%

14

4.1

4

27 STAFFORD DR

$1,155,000

$1,155,000

100%

0

3.1

5

South Orange Madison Madison

76 POMEROY RD

$1,299,000

$1,251,000

96%

61

4.1

5

Madison

44 GREEN AVENUE

$1,199,000

$1,200,000

100%

13

3.1

5

Summit

6 PEMBROKE RD

$2,499,000

$2,375,000

95%

28

4.1

5

Summit

2 MONTVIEW RD

$1,150,000

$1,190,000

103%

6

2.1

4

Summit

79 BEEKMAN RD

$1,300,000

$1,401,800

108%

15

3.2

4

Summit

18 HAWTHORNE PL

$2,349,000

$2,500,000

106%

8

3.2

5

Summit

11 OAK KNOLL RD

$975,000

$1,075,000

110%

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2.1

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JANUARY 2021 PUBLISHERS

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Five, Four, Three, Two, One!

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AS WE BEGIN 2021, A NEW YEAR, WE SET GOALS FOR WHAT WE WANT OUR

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FUTURE SELVES TO BE LIKE AND LOOK LIKE. We take a glance back at where we

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have been and what we have done, and we try to remember to extend ourselves grace.

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January is a time to cleanse, to start fresh and not dwell on the negative in the past 12

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months, simply take the lessons learned and start a fresh new year. As 2020 has taught us, so much change can happen in a year, so as we plan our future and commit to resolutions, we also leave some room to change our minds—to grow, to be human and plan on making the best of the future to live our best lives.

Our January publication is our Health & Wellness issue and what better way to kick off 2021 than a “Fresh New Year” symbolizing a fresh new start! You will find local

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Kelsey Proctor CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Ana Meyer, Sue Baldani, Nish Verma CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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entrepreneur Caroline Collins, owner of three Club Pilates who although was shut down for 5 months, kept her Pilates community together, Zen-full places to get away for mental and physical health, an inspirational story of Calabria’s restaurant who have shown kindness and generosity in their toughest year, to the health benefits of fresh olive oil and balsamic vinegar that are a delightful affordable luxury to use in our everyday meals. Let 2021 be a fresh new start!

Here at Chatham & Short Hills Lifestyle, we are so proud of the growth and resilience

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in our communities through the last year and we are optimistic to see what is coming

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for 2021. As this new year rolls out, new businesses may open, old businesses expand,

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charities fundraise and we all turn one year older, we will continue to be right there

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to share your stories, celebrate your milestones and give you inspirational content to

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enjoy throughout the year.

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Happy New Year, Chatham & Short Hills Lifestyle! Thank you for being a part of our story!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2021

FEATURES 12 Calabria's Feeding Families How a local restaurant is giving back to those in need

16 Fit Body & Mind Pilates Full Body and Mind Strengthening Workout with a Side Benefit of New Friends

22 Savor The Difference For the ultimate aroma, taste, and health benefit, choose the best ingredients

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26 Zen-Fullness Retreats Enrichment of Mind, Body & Soul Wellness Luxury Getaways

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Culinary Creations

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Hot Spot

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Open House

26 Travel Destination 30 Inspired By 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Food & Wine

Please drink responsibly

Good. Clean. Living.

Organic. Premium. Sustainable. Craft Tequila.

GOOD TIMES 1.

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Short Hills Santa’s Flight Academy & Chatham Jaycees Christmas Trees Kids enjoyed the colorful holiday experience of Santa’s Flight Academy, had their picture taken with Santa, at the Mall at Short Hills!

Chatham Jaycees celebrated their 53rd year selling fresh Christmas Trees. Ran by local volunteers, included the Chatham H. S. Key Club, Boy Scout Troop 8, 280 and 28. All Tree Sale proceeds benefited Chatham civic and charitable organizations.

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1. Santa’s Flight Academy | 2. Santa’s Flight Academy sponsored by Saint Barnabas | 3. Santa’s Flight Academy Sleigh | 4. Matt & John tree shopping | 5. Chatham Jaycees Volunteers, Chatham High School Key Club | 6. Chatham Jaycees Voluneteers | 7. Chatham Jaycees Volunteers | 8. Chatham Jaycees Volunteers | 9. Chatham Jaycees Volunteers

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Livingston, NJ Let’s be healthy together.

AROUND TOWN Are you a business looking to grow within our community and the surrounding area? We would love to hear from you! Contact John.Meyer@lifestylepubs.com for partnership opportunities and reach out to Ana.Meyer@lifestylepubs.com for editorials. Call our office at 973.944.1440.

THREADS OF CONSCIOUSNESS: TAPESTRIES OF JOHN ERIC RIIS, MORRIS MUSEUM A must see! Now through May 2, 2021, the Morris Museum will present an exhibition of works by contemporary tapestry artist Jon Eric Riis. Riis is celebrated for his intricately handwobetween social commentary and virtuoso crafts-

SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER NEW LABOR & DELIVERY OPERATING ROOMS

manship. Often, they are embellished with fresh-

Saint Barnabas celebrated completion of new

water pearls, gemstone and gilt glass beads, and

Labor and Delivery Operating Rooms! Located

crystals. The 58 works on view will include large

on the third floor of the Central Building, the four

mythological tapestry panels, Riis's signature coat

renovated rooms have been updated with state-

and robe archetypal forms, and more, making this

of-the-art technology and monitoring to best meet

the largest presentation of the artist's work in the

the needs of our patients, physicians and staff. One

U.S. https://morrismuseum.org/.

of the busiest maternity services in Northern NJ,

ven, representational textiles that strike a balance

it is our highly trained physicians and the dedication and excellence of our nursing and support staff, combined with sophisticated technology, that allow us to provide the highest quality and safe care to more than 6,400 maternity patients and their families each year. www.rwjbh.org

CHATHAM + SHORT HILLS LIFESTYLE Do you have an interesting, fun, or meaningful story to share of growing up or living in town?

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Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.com/ ChathamandShortHills using the Get In Touch link and let us know what you think.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

ca la br ia's feed i n g fa m i l ies ARTICLE SUE BALDANI PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS JORDA

LAST

SPRING,

CALABRIA

PIZZERIA

AND

RESTAURANT IN LIVINGSTON MARKED ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY. Unfortunately, because of the pandemic, a big celebration just wasn’t possible. Instead, the family who owns the restaurant came up with a way to support and thank their loyal customers.

“I created the Family Meal at the beginning of the pandemic in order for us to give back to customers,” says Gabriella Ottaiano, one of the general managers. “Plus, we wanted to do something special for our anniversary on April 1. It was only supposed to be for that day, but the demand was so crazy that we decided to continue it.”

It is a true family business: Gabriella is the daughter of Bernardino Ottaiano, who founded the restaurant along with his brother, Giuseppe (Joe) Ottaiano, Sr. His son, Giuseppe Ottaiano, Jr., is the other general manager.

For $39.99, customers who order the Family Meal get a half tray of chicken, a half tray of pasta, a half tray of salad, a whole pizza, a bottle of wine, and homemade Italian desserts. It’s enough food to feed a family of four to six people, says Gabriella.

Since the pandemic started, Calabria has been doing curbside pickup and no-contact delivery.

Last fall, the family decided to feed struggling families at no cost.

“There are a lot of people in need who can’t make ends meet, and they’re literally losing their homes,” says Gabriella.

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Mozzarella alla Caprese

HOW A LOCAL RESTAURANT IS GIVING BACK TO THOSE IN NEED

Mozzarella alla Caprese + Fresh mozzarella + Sliced tomatoes + Roasted peppers Layer on dish, then season with pure olive oil and fresh basil.

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So, on Monday, November 16, she posted on Facebook, in part, “If you are not working/not getting a paycheck/struggling to make ends meet and run out of food or necessities...please don’t let yourself or your kids go to sleep with an empty stomach.”

All people had to do was send her a message at calabrias1@aol.com. In less than a week, the restaurant had fed over 100 families. “No questions asked, we’ll feed your family,” she says. “We’ve been donating the Family Meal.”

In order to continue to help people in need, customers have been buying gift cards to be used to feed more families. “In the beginning, we were just doing it on our own. Many of the gift cards purchased were used to buy 80 families Thanksgiving dinner (a value of $125.00).” They will use the other gift cards once they can’t afford to donate the Family Meals any longer.

“People can call and purchase a gift card which will be used to feed needy people,” says Gabriella.

“We keep track of everything and everyone gets a phone confirmation of their gift card.

“There’s a lot of people out there and we need help spreading the word. The more we share, the more we can help people. The response, so far, has been unbelievable.”

If you’re interested in purchasing and donating gift cards, or just getting a delicious meal, visit Calabria Pizzeria and Restaurant’s website at https://calabrianj.com, or call 973-992-8496.

Calabria can also be found on Instagram.

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Pollo alla Parmigiana

Chicken Parmigiana + Boneless breasts of chicken + Flour + Beaten eggs + All-seasoned breadcrumbs + Tomato sauce + Mozzarella cheese Dredge chicken in flour, then egg, and then all-seasoned breadcrumbs.

Sauté in olive oil until golden in color.

In baking dish, top with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese Bake at 350° for 40 minutes.

“ T here’s a lot of people out there a nd we need help spread i ng the word.

T he more we sha re, the more we ca n help people.

T he response, so fa r, has been u n bel ieva ble.”

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HOT SPOT

fit body

PILATES FULL BODY AND MIND STRENGTHENING WORKOUT WITH A SIDE BENEFIT OF NEW FRIENDS

& mind

ARTICLE ANA MEYER PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS JORDA

5 BENEFITS + Core Strengthening + Mind Boosting + Full Body, Low Impact + Lose Weight + Be Part of a Community

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“Ever yone i n the st ud io is happy to be there.

Happy to move thei r bod ies, be out of the house a nd see f r iends!

It ’s a great body a nd m i nd workout.”

Ca rol i ne Col l i ns

EVERY NEW YEAR, WE TEND TO SET NEW FITNESS GOALS FOR OURSELVES. Fitness is more than physical wellness; it’s mental wellness as well. Pilates provides that and more.

Pilates is a great low-impact physical workout, a mini mental vacation from your everyday stresses. It also connects you to a community of likeminded “Pilateans” who share similar goals within your own neighborhood. The past eight months have been an emotional challenge for most of us. Having a place to go to where you can work out your body and mind may be what you need this year.

“People call it their ‘happy place’…they can focus on themselves,” notes Caroline Collins, owner of Club Pilates in Short Hills, Madison and Basking Ridge. A former athlete, she has been teaching Pilates for over twelve years and is a Master Trainer for Club Pilates.

Pilates is for all body types and ages. It focuses on strengthening your core. “It’s a great low-impact full-body workout that strengthens your core, protects your spine, improves posture, and tones your entire body,” says Caroline. “People also get to know each other and look forward to workouts together. We are a community.”

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G E T A W A Y

OPEN HOUSE

LOCAL WELLNESS G E TAWAY @ E X I T 63 LONG BEACH ISLAND IS A SPECIAL PLACE. A silver lining in 2020, virtual work and school allow us to take advantage of the benefits of living down the shore. Realtor and resident Alisa Molbert (www.longbeachislandlistings.com) had this to say of what makes LBI so charming: “The lifestyle…is another world here. The fresh air, ocean breezes, friendly people…a true community. When you go for a walk or bike ride, people smile and wave.” The ocean air, dazzling sunsets, peaceful beach, and community of LBI are precious wellness gifts.

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THE WELLNESS BENEFITS OF BEACH, SUNSET, SEA AIR AND COMMUNITY. MAKE EVERY DAY “LBI TIME”.

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Wellness Winter walks on LBI beach

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LBI Barnegat Bay Sunset

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ALISA’S TOP 5: 1. Beautiful beach and bay 2. Breath taking LBI sunsets 3. Fantasy Island for the family 4. Water sports: Surfing, sailing, swimming, fishing 5. Food and entertainment: Casual, fresh dining from flip-flops to sit down gourmet CONTINUED >

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LBI Fantasy Island Ferris Wheel

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LBI Barnegat Bay sailing with a Sunfish

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LBI Fresh Delicious Seafood

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s a vo r t h e d i f fe r e n c e ARTICLE SUE BALDANI | PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS JORDA & PROVIDED

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WALK INTO SEASONS OLIVE OIL AND VINEGAR TAP ROOM IN MORRISTOWN, AND YOU’LL HAVE NOT ONLY AN EXTRAORDINARY CULINARY EXPERIENCE, BUT AN EDUCATIONAL ONE AS WELL. Customers will find over 80 varieties of oils and will be able to learn about each one and sample them before buying.

“There are 300 types of olives and the flavors

largest producer of olive oil in the world. To ensure

differ, like using different grapes results in a variety

that the olives are harvested at their peak, her fam-

of wines,” says Soraya Aguilar Balshi, who owns

ily employs a chemical engineer who specializes in

Seasons along with her husband, Tim Balshi.

extra virgin olive oil harvesting techniques.

“Each olive varietal makes a different extra virgin

“For the type of olive oil, we import to our

olive oil with a unique flavor profile. A Picual olive

stores, we use olives picked in October and

usually makes a peppery and grassy oil, while an

November,” says Tim. “These are the highest

Arbequina olive makes a sweet, nutty and fruity oil.

quality with the highest antioxidant levels, the

Weather, location and harvesting techniques are

highest smoke point, and the lowest acidity. The

also big components in the final flavor of an oil.”

aroma and flavor are also unmatched.”

Most of the oils they sell come from Soraya’s

Also, the better the quality of the olive, the

family’s olive grove and mill in southern Spain, and

more health benefits the oils have. “It’s anti-in-

others are sourced from Italy. Spain, she says, is the

flammatory, and fights everything from high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease to depression,” says Tim. “We like to call it the original super food.”

Their oils have won multiple gold and silver medals. “We won four gold medals in the New York International Olive Oil Competition for our 2018 and 2019 harvest. We also won four gold medals in the Los Angeles International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition for our 2018 and 2019 harvest.”

The couple opened the first Seasons store in Bethlehem, PA, over 10 years ago, and Tim says it was one of the first ones like it in the country. The Morristown store, which opened two years ago, is their newest. There are also stores in Lancaster, PA, and Annapolis, MD. Inside, there are rows of stainless-steel tanks that are clearly marked. Customers can ask to taste what they think they’d like and are always surprised when doing so.

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DIFFERENCE

FOR THE ULTIMATE AROMA, TASTE, AND HEALTH BENEFIT, CHOOSE THE BEST INGREDIENTS

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“It’s never greasy in your mouth,” says Tim. “It’s drinkable, which is a sign of quality, because it’s a juice. Greasy is not a positive thing in the olive oil world. It’s a defect, or old, or poorly made.

“I’d make the analogy to tasting a couple of fine wines at various degrees and styles such as red, white, and rosé for the first time and saying, ‘Wow, interesting.’ That sort of encapsulates the experience at Seasons.”

“Our priority is always quality, but also customer service and education,” says Soraya. “A lot of the customers who come in don’t know that there are so many types of extra virgin olive oils, or depending on the variety of the olive, it tastes one way or another.

When they taste the different types, they’re amazed.”

Seasons Olive Oil and Vinegar Tap Room also sells many varieties of vinegars that Tim sources from Italy. Vinegar is a tart, fermented liquid that

are tangy, fresh, and complex—just like the grapes

can be made from a variety of things including

from which they’re made,” says Soraya.

rice, cider, malted barley, wine, and fruit. Balsamic

“Our infused vinegars are all natural, non-GMO,

vinegars, on the other hand, are created from wine

and the natural flavor component represents less

grapes, which have a balanced sweet and tart taste,

than one percent of total product. We never use

a deep color, and complex aromas.

artificial flavoring, thickeners, or non-natural substi-

All the balsamic vinegars at Seasons are made

tutes in any vinegar we offer at Seasons.”

from high quality wine grapes, instead of water and

Cooking with these high-quality vinegars can be a

cheap wine like you’d find with low quality, inex-

flavorful component of a healthy lifestyle. They con-

pensive vinegars. Seasons vinegars contain natural

tain powerful antioxidants called polyphenols, says

fruit sugars, but the sweetness also comes from

Soraya, and some small studies have shown that

the complexity of the fruit from which it came. As

consuming balsamic vinegar can help regulate blood

with the oils, customers can try them before buying.

sugar and insulin levels. Vinegar is also a natural

They can even be combined with different oils to

preservative and facilitates many types of chemical

make a dressing right there on the spot for tasting.

reactions that change the texture and flavor of food.

“Thanks to our traditional cooking process, the fine

When added to marinades, it helps tenderize meat

Italian wine grapes we use in our vinegars release

by breaking down fibers. When used in baking along

the fruit’s natural sugars, resulting in products that

with baking soda, it makes doughs and batters light and fluffy. The acidity in vinegar is a necessary component of marinades, dressings, sauces and dips, and when used as a condiment, it adds a tartness that perfectly balances out creamy, rich flavors found in cheese or creamy desserts such as gelato.

As a complement to these high-quality oils and vinegars, Seasons also carries many pantry items such as pastas, sea salts, table olives, and truffle products.

To learn more, go to https://seasonstaproom.com/.

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ENRICHMENT OF MIND, BODY & SOUL, WELLNESS LUXURY GETAWAYS

ZEN-FULLNESS R ETR E AT S ARTICLE NISH VERMA | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

WE ALL LONG FOR A TIME-OUT, AND

traveler to maintain, enhance or kick-start

SOMETIMES ONE VACATION IS NOT

a healthy lifestyle, and support or increase

ENOUGH. While there are various travel

one’s sense of wellbeing. These are not mere

opportunities to fulfill that urge to pack our

lounging by the beach sipping margaritas

suitcases and head out, one that has been

getaways, though some retreats do offer that

left in the shadows for a long time is Wellness

as well. This kind of travel is more for the

Travel. Of late, it has started to garner atten-

enrichment of your “self”. True self-care is key,

tion given that anxiety, stress, and fear are

and while you get to experience all the luxuries

constant companions in our lives.

of a vacation, these retreats offer more. From

As an avid traveler, I often get asked, “What

personal or group sessions with nutritionists

is wellness travel and who needs it?” I’m sure

and fitness experts, to yoga and organic cui-

that’s a thought on many readers’ minds. After

sines, coupled with nature walks and sports,

all, isn’t a “regular” vacation good enough to

the purpose is to fulfill the time you spend in

relax and forget the brunt of life we live day

a truly relaxing setting. People are indulging in

in and day out? The answer, surprisingly, lies

them to get closer to attaining nirvana.

somewhere in between.

All such retreats have a basic context of nur-

The Wellness Tourism Association defines

turing your mind, body and soul, and discover-

Wellness Travel as: Travel that allows the

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world-renowned resorts known for such attention to detail. The Zoetry Wellness Resort & Spa is a AAA Four Diamond award-winning haven located in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and in Jamaica. The Greek word “Zoë” means “life” and “poetry” means “artful creation,” which inspired them to refer to their ultra-luxurious resorts as “Art of Life®.”

While there, dine on healthy cuisine, learn new techniques and recipes in cooking classes, and work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center. Be sure to also indulge in the luxurious spa, take part in yoga, and go on excursions to enjoy novel cultural experiences.

Closer to home, the Canyon Ranch Wellness Resorts are spread out across Massachusetts, Arizona, Nevada and California. They have a team of integrative physicians, nutritionists, fitness pros and mindbody experts to inspire and guide all those looking to expand their minds to a fresh new day, every day. Their outdoor adventures, fitness classes and tranquil environments make the experience everlasting.

Contact Nish Verma, Travel Advisor and Wellness Travel Specialist, at 908-517-1107 for more information on wellness experiences globally.

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H e a lt h y a n d Sustainable Goals for the New Year LINDSAY YOUNG’S NUTRITIONAL AND FITNESS STRIDES

SOME OF US MEDITATE DAILY, SOME OF US SWEAT FOR AN HOUR IN OUR GARAGE, SOME OF US DREAM OF A #FITSPO LIFE AND SOME OF US HIT THE SNOOZE BUTTON AND FALL BACK ASLEEP. Face it, the Year 2020 was a roller coaster for all of us but Lindsay Young of Lindsay Lives Well, shows us that we can start making strides for a better year, a better us, together, in 2021.

HOW CAN ONE START OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH A REASONABLE AND SUSTAINABLE NUTRITION GOAL? I like to have my clients start by focusing on the first third of their day. Often, at the start of the New Year, we are overenthusiastic about our health goals and attempt to overhaul our entire life all at once. This quickly leads to failure and discouragement. I ask my clients to start with breakfast and a goal of eliminating added sugar, eating real, unprocessed foods, and incorporating 20 – 30 grams of protein. Once they’ve

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habit change that leads to results that last.

WHAT ARE SOME TIPS FOR ACHIEVING THESE GOALS AT HOME AND STAYING SAFE? Meal planning is a great strategy for reducing the number of trips you need to make to the store and out of the house. Decide on the recipes you’ll be making for 30

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the entire week and the ingredients you need to stock

as it is while simultaneously having goals to change

up on for your go-to staple meals. One of my current

it. Often, we mistakenly think we have to choose.

clients was going to the grocery store every day to pick

The way this all plays out is a result of your mindset.

up ingredients for dinner each night! By incorporating

When we come from a place of appreciating our

weekly meal planning she’s reduced her trips to one

bodies and choosing health as a way of stewarding

single shop, cutting down on trips outside her home,

it as a gift, the journey is so much more enjoyable.

and making it easy to stay on track with healthy eating.

Everybody is meant to move, be fueled with nourishing foods, and restored with self-care. It’s also help-

IS THERE A WAY TO ENCOURAGE MY FAMILY IN A

ful to have goals that are not related to aesthetics

JOINT FITNESS/NUTRITION GOAL FOR 2021?

as a means of measuring progress, such as better

Leading by example is the most persuasive strategy!

energy and sleep.

More is caught than taught, so if your family sees you being active and taking care of your body by eating

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healthy food they will naturally gravitate towards that

WITH DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES SUCH AS BIKING

as well. For fitness, ask your family what kind of activ-

OR WALKING?

ities they enjoy doing. This year our family had a goal

Our bodies are designed to move, we are not

of going on an “adventure” once a week. Sometimes

meant to be sedentary! Walking is my favorite form

it was a big hike, other weeks it was a stroll along the

of exercise. It’s an incredibly effective way to burn fat

Green Belt. For nutrition, focus on the experience and

and improve metabolism without increasing appetite

celebrate what you “get” to eat. You could have a goal

or boosting cortisol levels. High-intensity exercise

to try a new recipe once a week and take turns with

may be a useful tool for some people but it can

who gets to choose what’s on the menu.

backfire by placing excessive amounts of stress on the body. Walking is an activity that doesn’t require

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE FOR WORKING WITH

a gym membership and can be done in short spurts

AND ACCEPTING THE BODIES WE HAVE?

throughout the day. You can break up your steps into

The first step is to embrace the belief that it is possible to love and appreciate your body just

several 10 or 15-minute walks throughout the day and it quickly adds up!

Everybody is meant to move, be fueled with nourishing foods, and restored with self-care.

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FOOD & WINE

C L U B

ARTICLE CAITLIN AGNEW

C O C K T A I L

“IT’S IMPOSSIBLE,” SAID PRIDE. “It’s risky,” said experience.

“It’s pointless,” said reason.

“Give it try,” whispered the heart.

A toast to 2021, may you follow your heart.

C O C K TA I L

46 Old Fashioned F L AVO R

P R O F I L E

Slightly sweeter and round, with herbal and bitter undertone

PA I R S

W E L L

W I T H

Almonds or Pecans,Pork Chops, Duck, and of course, Steak.

R E C I P E

+ 1 3/4 oz Makers 46 + 1 oz Demerara Sugar syrup

+ 2 dashes Orange bitters + 2 dashes Angostura Bitters

All ingredients are added to a large Ice cube, stirred 6 revolutions, and garnished with a Bordeaux cherry and orange wrine.

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