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Allison Kugel

"Winter is a season of recovery and preparation." ~ Paul Theroux

Growing up on Long Island, I can recall the cold winters when I would long for and daydream about the first bloom of spring. I would relish the vacation my family and I would take each year during winter break to enjoy someplace warm and sunny on the beach.

Though I am still not a fan of temperatures that drop below 40 degrees, as I have matured, I have come to appreciate each of the four seasons that we are blessed to experience here on Long Island. When you lean into moments, you can make them beautiful and memorable. Activities like sledding or snowboarding with my son, sitting by a warm crackling fire with a blanket and a good book, whipping up heartier meals, making snow angels and sipping a mug of hot coca are just some of the cherished moments I now look forward to during the winter months.

February is the month of fluffy pajamas and socks, warm mittens and scarfs, and taking in the splendor of a Winter Wonderland on our beautiful and magical island. This month, I will be throwing caution to the wind and going ice skating for the first time in years. Wish me luck!

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With so much in the way of art galleries, theatre, music venues and local museums, winter is a wonderful time to take in all of the culture that Long Island has to offer its residents.

On the cusp of winter transitioning to the first sprout of spring, Irish Long Islanders will gather with friends and family to enjoy the festivities surrounding the St. Patrick's Day holiday.

Stay warm, and stay close to the people you love . . .

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Protect Your Home From Winter's Freeze

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And let's not forget the most romantic day of the year, Valentine's Day! There is nothing better than getting cozy with that special someone when the weather outside is frightful.

As always, we thank our readers and advertisers for their continued loyal support of our magazine, and we look forward to continuing to serve your community for many more seasons to come! Feedback is always welcome at: Editorial@SeasonsMagazineOnline.com, and be sure to check us out online at: www.SeasonsMagazineOnline.com

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Layer up: It is best to dress in layers when going sledding Even if it seems warm at home, it may be colder and windier at the top of hills. Sweating when it’s cold out can increase a person’s risk for hypothermia. According to experts at Timberline Trails, a person who works up a sweat and comes in contact with ambient air when taking a break will feel an immediate chill. This is called evaporative

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Invest in a helmet: Sledding requires the use of a helmet. At high speeds, a blow to the head can cause a concussion or worse.

Let others go first: Wait until some sledders have already gone downhill, allowing them to compact the snow, which should make for a smooth ride.

Choose safe hills, such as those that are free of bare spots, holes, trees, and obstructions, and do not end abruptly at a road. Hills with a long, flat areas at the end make for easy, safe stopping.

Safety first: Put safety first when sledding. Sled during the daytime so visibility is better. Keep arms and legs on the sled, and only sled feetfirst, advises the National Safety Council.

By keeping these guidelines in mind, sledders can make sure this popular winter activity is as safe as it is fun.

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Romantic Getaways as Valentine’s Day Gifts

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scaping the daily grind (and winter weather depending on where you live) may be a top priority when February arrives.

Fortunately, there are plenty of destinations to beckon couples eager for romantic getaways. For those planning a romantic excursion

this Valentine’s Day, there are many places close to home or around the world that provide romantic ambiance:

Niagra Falls Niagara Falls is part of both Canada and the United States. It is best known as a honeymoon destination,

attracting millions of couples each year who want to get a glimpse of the breathtaking falls. The areas surrounding Niagara Falls continue to be revitalized and now boast restaurants, a casino and performance venues.

make for a romantic getaway. From pastel-colored buildings to idyllic beaches to stunning sunsets to local shops for browsing, it’s well worth the stamp in a passport to see this seaside town.

New York, New York While a visit to the Big Apple can appeal to just about anyone looking for a getaway, couples focused on romance may find it especially endearing. Individuals can take famed carriage rides through historic Central Park or recreate the pivotal scene from “Sleepless in Seattle” atop the Empire State Building. Scores of eateries, coffee shops, theaters, and more make NYC a great Valentine’s Day destination.

Savannah, Georgia Southern charm and rich history draw people to this Georgia gem.

Tupelo and cypress trees create picturesque views, and there is a wealth of cozy inns for out-oftowners.

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Romantic couples who love to sightsee have numerous options at their disposal this Valentine’s Day.

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reen is the color most associated with St. Patrick’s Day, and green also can be the primary mindset of hosts and hostesses when planning Paddy’s Day revelry. As celebrants prepare to pay homage to Irish culture and the accomplishments of St. Patrick, they can include eco-conscious practices in the festivities.

For many people, St. Patrick’s Day is a day to let loose and have a good time. Parades are abundant, and food and drink often are enjoyed in copious amounts. While this excess can make for a fun and raucous day, those who are conscious of their carbon footprints can scale back in some clever ways.

Enjoy a Local Brew. While many may prefer a pint of Ireland-brewed Guinness on St. Patrick’s Day, imported beers have larger carbon footprints than local beers thanks to trans-Atlantic shipping and delivery to nearby retailers. Instead of Guinness, consider a locallybrewed beer. Homespun breweries are a growing niche business in communities big and small. If you’re more adventurous, invest in a home-brewing kit and try your luck with your own flavor profile.

Skip the confetti or ticker tape.

Attending a parade can be the pinnacle of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. When so many people gather in one place, there’s a greater propensity for waste and litter. Although garbage cannot be avoided, towns and cities can help curtail the mess by avoiding confetti, balloon drops and ticker tape. Birds routinely get snagged by balloon strings, or they may

inadvertently swallow popped latex balloons thinking they’re food.

Confetti can wash away into storm drains or clog sewers. Bubbles, laser lights and other plastic- or paperfree items can be used instead and are better for the environment.

Invest in reusable products. If your’s is the go-to house for St. Patrick’s Day revelry, purchase tablecloths, dishes and cups that can be used again and again. This cuts down on the number of disposable items that get put in the trash and eventually find their way into landfills.

Transform your leftovers. Irish soda bread, corned beef, potatoes and much more are par for the culinary course come St. Patrick’s Day. Rather than discarding leftovers, consider recipes that will put those leftovers to good use. Dice up the corned beef to add to egg dishes or quiches. Post-Paddy’s Day sandwiches also make a delicious treat. Potatoes can be mashed and transformed into croquettes. Or they can be diced to make hash browns to go with those corned beefenhanced eggs. Spread soda bread with a sweet jam and instantly turn it into a dessert. Or crumble the bread to use in a delicious bread pudding.

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thletes devoted to outdoor workouts do not abandon their routines when winter rears its chilly head. While it can be difficult to embrace the great outdoors when temperatures hover around freezing, maintaining your motivation bodes well for your fitness goals the rest of the year.

Staying warm is a top priority for athletes who exercise outdoors during winter months. While there’s no guarantee winter winds won’t test your willpower, there are ways to stay warm when working out in colder climates.

For years, many people subscribed to the conventional wisdom that suggested people lose 40 to 45 percent of their body heat through their heads. But in 2008, researchers at Indiana University debunked that myth, suggesting that if humans lost that much heat through their heads, they would be just as cold when going outside without a hat on as they would be if they left home without wearing any pants. But wearing headgear when exercising outdoors is still a good idea, as the head is more sensitive to changes

in temperature than many other areas of the body. A wool hat you can pull down over your ears can protect them from getting too cold.

Athletes may also want to consider ski masks or other facial covers that can protect their faces.

Layering has long been a reliable way to beat the cold when temperatures are at their lowest. But layering must be done correctly to be effective. When choosing your workout gear, choose an inner layer that will move moisture away from your skin. Cotton retains moisture, and that means your sweat will cling to your body and make you feel cold.

Once you find a shirt made with moisture-wicking material to wear against your skin, look for a second layer that also wicks moisture so you can more effectively control your body temperature. Your outer layer should be capable of handling the elements, so look for something that is waterproof and wind-resistant.

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Create a schedule. Jot down family activities and commitments on a large calendar and keep it on the fridge so everyone can see what’s coming up. This will help give the kids a sense of security and routine that’s missing during extended vacations, such as summer or winter breaks from school. Just be flexible, and make sure to schedule plenty of free time to relax and have quiet time with a book: Cut down on kitchen time. Don’t like having to choose between healthy and quick, easy meals? Look for simple, nutritious meal options that take much of the work out of cooking. For easy lunches and dinners you’ll feel good about serving the kids, try Mann’s Nourish Bowls. Ready in just a couple of minutes in your microwave, the meals were developed by chefs and feature superfood veggies like broccoli, sweet potato and kale. They also work as great side dishes to complete a fast and healthy meal.

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excuse to use up their energy and get some fresh air by scheduling some fun and free activities. Try going to your local skating rink or spending some time in the public library.

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Comfortable Winter Entertaining Ideas Winter entertaining need not end once Christmas and New Year’s Day have come and gone. Getting together with friends and family is still possible, even when the weather outside is frightful. When Mother Nature takes a chilly turn, those who don’t want the party to end can consider the following entertaining ideas.

Indulge in sweet treats. Comfort foods can make even the most blustery winds easier to tolerate.

Invite people over for a dessert party. At a dessert pot luck party, everyone brings along a favorite decadent dessert, from molten lava chocolate cake to warm bread pudding. Serve alongside tea, coffee and hot chocolate. Adults can enjoy the added punch of spiked beverages, which can warm everyone up instantly.

Host a “snowed in” party. Spending a day cooped up inside when the roads are covered in snow might not be your idea of a good time, but inviting a mix of friends and

neighbors who live nearby over, and an impromptu party can make the cabin fever disappear. Ask your

Host a movie marathon. Handpick some favorite classic and modernday films, and invite everyone over for a movie marathon. Fill the family room, home theater room or living room to capacity and host a group for a film festival. If space permits, set up one room with a children’s movie for youngsters, while the adults retire to another room for movies that are more their speed. guests to bring one food item or beverage to your home. Light a fire in the fireplace and set out some cozy throw blankets. If possible, revisit your childhood by inviting everyone outdoors to build a snowman together.

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These can be fun “sports” created by participants or variations on fun winter activities. Sledding races, snowball dodging contests, ice skating obstacle courses, and much more can make for an entertaining afternoon.

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Provide fresh food and water. Pets may burn more calories trying to stay warm during winter months.

Be sure that your animal has a little extra food accessible, and plenty of water to stay sated and hydrated.

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The Origins of Popular Winter Sports

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any people spend winter huddled indoors. For winter sports enthusiasts, however, the arrival of snow and chilly temperatures means the start of a season of outdoor fun. Those who see winter as a time to embrace their love of sport may appreciate learning more about some of the sports that are most popular during the colder months of the year.

Ice Hockey

Hockey is one of the most popular winter sports. In 1994, Parliament passed the Canada’s National Sport Act, which declared hockey the official national winter sport of Canada. The origins of ice hockey are somewhat uncertain, though some historians claim the first set of rules to govern the sport were written by students at Montreal’s McGill University in the 1870s.

Downhill (Alpine) Skiing

Snowsports Industries America indicates that, in the 2014-2015 season, more than nine million American Alpine skiers took to the slopes, and the sport continues to attract new devotees each year.

Historians state that skiing evolved as a method to cross the landscape in the winter when marshlands froze over. Cave drawings suggest that man used skis during the last Ice Age in the Palaeolithic period. Yet the birth of modern downhill skiing is often traced to the 1850s when Norwegian legend Sondre Norheim popularized skis with curved sides and made skiing a sport instead of just a mode of transport. Skiing ultimately became quite popular in Russia, Finland, Sweden, and Norway. Today there are various types of downhill skiing, including mountain skiing, extreme cat skiing and heli skiing.

and Perth, dating all the way back to the year 1511.

Ice skating

Speed skating and figure skating are derivatives of early ice skating, which is believed to have started in Finland more than 3,000 years ago.

Skates were made from sharpened, flattened leg bones, strapped to the bottom of a shoe and used to glide on top of the ice. The Dutch

influenced this sport by adding edges to steel blades around the 13th or 14th centuries. Eventually, ice skating was brought to England from the Netherlands.

Winter sports draw millions of enthusiastic participants, each year around the globe, giving people a reason to leave the house, even when temperatures dip below freezing.

Curling

Curling may now be seen as a largely Canadian sport, but it is widely believed to be one of the world’s oldest team sports, tracing its origins to Great Britain. The World Curling Federation states paintings by the 16th Century Flemish artist Pieter Bruegel portrayed an activity similar to curling being played on Scotland’s frozen ponds. The earliest known curling stones came from the Scottish regions of Stirling

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Lightly grease two baking sheets, or line with parchment.

To make the cookies: Combine the butter, hot chocolate mix, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder in a mixing bowl.

Beat until the mixture is smooth. Add the egg and vanilla, and beat until thoroughly combined.

Weigh out your flour. Or measure it by gently spooning it into a cup, then sweeping off any excess. Add the flour to the cookie mixture, stirring to combine. Mix in the chips and cocoa nibs.

Drop the dough by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets — a teaspoon cookie scoop works well here. Space the cookies at least two inches apart. Bake the cookies for 8 to 9 minutes, until the surface is set, but the cookies aren't quite fully baked.

Take the cookies out of the oven and press a chocolate disk into the center of each cookie. Return the cookies to the oven for 1 to 2 minutes longer, until the chocolate begins to turn shiny and softens.

Remove the cookies from the oven once again, and sprinkle the melted chocolate disk with your garnish of choice.

Allow the cookies to cool right on the baking sheet until the chocolate disks are set. Store well-wrapped cookies at room temperature for a week or so; freeze for longer storage.

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reezing temperatures may be good for ice skating or building snowmen, but sub-freezing temperatures can be dangerous for the average person and his or her home.

Cold weather often leaves people scurrying to do whatever is necessary to safeguard themselves from the big chill. But it’s important

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hot water heaters. Inspect the heat exchanger for cracks, install a clean air filter and make sure all thermostats are working properly.

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Certain times of year give everyone license to indulge in sweets. No day of the year is more sweets-friendly than Valentine’s Day!

Heart-shaped boxes of chocolate are ubiquitous come mid-February. While no chocolate devotee is liable to scoff at a box of delicious chocolates, lovers who want to hit a home run with their sweets-loving sweetheart can try their hand at crafting their own confectionary concoction this Valentine’s Day. This recipe for “Chocolate Cardamom Truffle Cake” from Maxine Clark’s “Chocolate” (Ryland, Peters & Small) will amaze that special someone. This recipe serves 10-12.

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Cardamom Truffle Filling

• 2 1/3 cups heavy cream • 4 to 6 green cardamom pods, lightly bruised to open them 25 ounces dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa solids), grated • 1⁄2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cubed

Cardamom Cocoa Sugar

• 3 green cardamom pods • 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa • 1 10-inch cake pan with a removable base, base and sides lined with nonstick parchment paper

DIRECTIONS

To make the amaretti base, finely crush the amaretti in a food processor or put them in a plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin. Melt the butter and sugar in a pan over low heat, then stir in the amaretti crumbs. Press the mixture evenly over the base of the prepared cake pan and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

To make the cardamom truffle filling, put the cream and cardamom pods in a pan and heat until almost boiling. Remove from the heat and set aside to infuse for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, put the chocolate and butter in a saucepan. Strain the infused cream through a fine strainer onto the chocolate (the cream will be warm enough to melt the chocolate). If it doesn’t melt, warm over very low heat, stirring occasionally, but do not allow to boil. Stir in the liqueur, then set aside until almost cold, but not set. With an electric mixer, beat the chocolate mixture for a couple of minutes — this will give the cake a lovely airy texture. Pour onto the amaretti base. Let cool, then cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or up to 48 hours before serving.

To make the cardamom cocoa sugar, remove the black seeds from the papery cardamom pods and put the seeds in a spice grinder with the sugar and cocoa. Grind to a powder. Carefully remove the cake from the pan and peel off the lining paper. Set on a chilled serving plate and sift the cardamom cocoa sugar evenly over the top.

Serve immediately, cut into very thin slices.

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