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AUTO 3, 20,
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TECHNOLOGY
HEALTH & WELLNESS 18, 19
HOME & GARDEN 7, 8, 9, 13
HAIR & BEAUTY 15, 16,
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TRAVEL
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27 SPICED PUMPKIN OATMEAL
24 Top Eight Questions to Ask Your Potential Lawyer 25 Benefits of an Insurance Broker
As sorry as I am to see another summer wane, how wonderful it is when you look forward to what the next season has to offer. The fall colors are so worthy of notice. There’s nothing greater than stepping into your new pair of boots, wearing cozy sweaters, watching football, picking pumpkins, eating comfort foods and all that happens in fall.
Yet it is official the days are shorter, the weather cooler and our thoughts return to indoor living. It’s time to revisit the projects we put on hold, make appointments we need to arrange, visit our colorists, juggle the kid’s activities, homework and so on and so on.
I am also glad you are reading the List magazine – feel confident that our lifestyle magazine is concerned with the life style of our readers. We pride ourselves that we hand select all our advertisers; these professionals and merchants who we feel are worthy of recommending, can help make your life easier. We encourage you to give us your feedback, and engage with us through our Facebook page or by email.
This issue is filled with a variety of great restaurants from casual to upscale and each with attributes you will want to discern. I know you will enjoy our fashion and beauty section for both women and men – I’m certain you will discover something of value or perhaps check to see how much you already know. Whether it is a Spotlight on Business, a Must Know, a Health Matter or Inspirational, our abridged articles are written to be short and enticing for you to read. This issue we have a special tribute to Robin Williams. We will also be starting a new column entitled An Attitude of Gratitude, written with a sense of humor, truth, and gratitude by our new columnist, Patricia Thomas. In a day and age when we have instant gratification for just about everything, sometimes it is easy to forget to be thankful and grateful for it all.
It is the intention of the List magazine to inspire you to love where you live, to gently remind you to be good to one another and to be good to yourself, and mostly keep an attitude of gratitude.
THE MAIN INGREDIENTS TO A BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN
GOOD PLANNING - GOOD DESIGN - QUALITY PRODUCTS STEP BY STEP GUIDANCE
The kitchen, known as the heart of the house, is where you spend most of your time, so its design should be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. For over 5 decades, the Cottone family has been providing Long Islanders with the finest kitchens and workmanship. The List Magazine is happy to highlight Cottone Kitchens for our magazine. These outstanding professionals are dedicated to providing 100% customer satisfaction on every job and are proud of the fact that most of their business comes from word of mouth.
good planning:
A kitchen remodeling project is quite intricate and design and selection decisions are diverse. Cottone Kitchens start by listening to your wish list, your desires on aesthetics and they take into consideration your family’s life style and cooking and entertaining habits. Then they see how they can take all those things and keep to within your budget. A kitchen expert will think of every design detail so you won’t spend your budget inappropriately.
good design:
A well-designed kitchen will result in an exceptional living space that will provide you maximum enjoyment and functionality. Many clients request a dedicated area for beverages and snack preparations, from built in coffee machines to multi-tiered cabinets and under counter refrigerator drawers. Good design can maximize the space so that it seems twice the size. The smallest of spaces can function well with good design. Intently listening and learning the family’s life style and how they want the kitchen to function is vital in good design.
quality cabinetry:
Kitchen cabinets and the craftsmanship with which they are made, are critically important factors when you’re looking for the best value. Cottone Kitchens only carries select quality manufacturers, tailored to fit virtually any project, taste and budget. Their newest line, Plato Woodworks, is impeccable in precision craftsmanship and state of the art technology, earning its reputation as one of America’s preeminent fine custom cabinetry manufacturers. Although this manufacturer is not for all pocketbooks it’s the correct choice when choosing certain precision doors, such as an insert door, as this is where they excel.
quality finishes:
It has been Cottone Kitchens’ experience with non-factory finishes, that they chip easily and require ongoing maintenance. Small local cabinet makers cannot afford the state of the art equipment like the large factory manufacturers, where the finishes are superior and are guaranteed to last a lifetime. When working with a local custom cabinet maker, Frank suggests asking if they can provide references from people whose projects are 5+ years old, and see for yourself how the finish has held up. Cottone Kitchens only deal with cabinet manufacturers that can guarantee their finishes.
s tep by step guidance:
Cottone Kitchen stays with you throughout the project and manages all the details, from design to installation, making the process stressfree from start to finish. Good planning, good design and better quality products will actually save you time and money, avoiding costly mistakes and disappointments. With more than fifty years in the industry, Cottone Kitchens have the knowledge and ability to make your dream kitchen become a reality and a true success.
Don’t
an Attitude of Gratitude
by Patricia Thomas
with autumn upon us now, the leaves are changing colors and the kids are back at school…ah.
My son came home from college in May. We packed all his earthly possessions from his dorm room into a rented SUV and drove home. Ten hours in a car with a 19 year old! We had lots to talk about for .the first hour, and then he went for the radio. He changed the radio stations (Sirius) after every other song because, well just because.
Along with all his possessions came two very large bags of dirty laundry!
I lost 60 hours of sleep this summer, waiting up at night for him to come home. It seemed a text around midnight from me: “When will u b home?” would illicit the response: “soon” or “shortly,” which actually meant around 1:30a. When he was away at school, I did not worry about what time he came home.
After working 5 days a week, my weekends would be spent cleaning. Why bother? I would find dishes in his room with half-eaten sandwiches, or watermelon rinds or cookie crumbs on them. The piles of laundry were never-ending as he used two towels when he showered in the morning and then again in the evening before he went out. They were never the same two towels.
He was out with his friends either at a party or just having “a slice” but I had to schedule family time with him.
Sometimes he would sit in his room with his earbuds on, never hearing me call him down for dinner. I would have to send him a text.
His dad drove him back to school on August 25th, to begin his sophomore year. As they motored away, I got teary-eyed. I miss my son and all his laundry, dishes and late nights. Children grow up so fast, and I am grateful he will be back again for a week at Thanksgiving.
He Laughed Until He Died
written by Dr. Mary O’Shaughnessy, NPP, Psy.D
We were taken to our knees and rendered breathless upon hearing that our beloved Robin Williams took his own life.
Why will we miss Robin Williams so much? After all, most of us never even knew him. I think we will miss him because even though we did not know him, he knew us. It seemed that through his life he personally accompanied us through the extreme height of our joy and the depth of our own human pain and sorrow. Through his words and images we laughed until we cried at our own human frailties. In the next breath he could express the depth of our own wordless sorrows.
Most of all, he diligently expressed in many of his films the “emotional mob scenes” that we experience throughout our own grief and loss. For example, in the film, “World’s Best Dad,” he captured the un-
speakable torture that a parent goes through after finding that his own son committed suicide. I find myself wanting to watch all of his films, perhaps in some way to convince myself that he is still with us. I am searching for a clue as to what was ravaging his body and spirit. Discovering that he had Parkinson’s Disease helped momentarily, understanding that he did not want to suffer through a life altering disease. But many people live with serious illnesses and through it they come to know how loved they really are. In some ways we were robbed of giving him the love and human compassion that he gave us.
After experiencing the shock of
his death so many questions and emotions reverberated across the nation and the world. Conversations in our communities focused on trying to understand what went so horribly wrong. Couldn’t anyone have soothed his feelings of desperation? How could he leave us alone in a world where his absence would be so deafening?
The truth is that I will never find a reasonable answer to this unreasonable question. This process can make most of us feel as though we are going crazy searching for the answer, and in some way searching for him. I will never find an answer that makes the death of Robin Williams okay. But it is the process of asking
these inexhaustible questions that is a significant part of the work of grief. It is called “work” because it is an active experience that draws from every part of our being, takes time and energy, and should never be done in isolation.
And finally, after experiencing every human emotion, I would like to say, “Good Night dear Robin.” As a community of your family, friends and fans, we must live in a world without you…we will live forever in your silent presence.
drawn by Jennie M. Alberto
SEEING is BELIEVING!
MUST HAVES
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CLUBMASTER CLASSIC SUNGLASSES
Tortoise shell is on the rise. Look no further than these Ray Ban Clubmaster Classics to stay in style this fall. A perfect complement to the foliage, these sunglasses are properly suited to make an appearance at a football game as well as a pumpkin patch this fall.
NEUTRAL SEASONAL SUIT
keep things classic with a two-button, notch lapel design and look to split this into separates as much as you wear it as a whole.
LIGHT OXFORD BUTTON-DOWN SHIRT
A preppy classic, this piece works just as well paired with jeans and trainers as it does your navy/grey suit and black shoes.
A NEUTRAL POLO SHIRT
Arguably the ultimate smart-casual piece, a neutral, well-fitting polo shirt can be dressed up or down with ease.
BROWN BROGUES
STYLISH SPECS
Funky frames and colors can really pull a look together and enhance the unique features of one’s face and face shape.
FASHION JEWELRY
Statement cuffs and bangles are hot this season.
Boots are this fall’s default shoe. Don’t settle for the overhyped Timberlands, go with a more stylish, trendy boot like this Gordon Rush Lemond Cap Toe Boot. It’s one of those very rare versatile shoes that can be worn to work with a suit as well out with the guys. This shoe can be found at Bloomingdales for only $245.
A CHECK/PLAID SHIRT A classic piece that transcends the wardrobes of men across the globe – from sharply dressed city boys to rugged, blue-collar workers.
A CHUNKY SHAWL NECK CARDIGAN
This is a versatile layering piece for the in-between seasons Seen on the runways for this season Shearling Jackets, Patterned Knits, turtlenecks and white and black everything. Handbags are not just for ladies, The runways were chock full of large duffle bags for men.
sangria aurora red radiant orchid mauve mist cypress bright cobalt
royal blue cognac misted yellow
Taking cues from a particular decade or a trip to an exceptional place, designers are influenced by the beauty and spirit of both the past and present, revitalizing it with color, fabric and style.
THE SOPHISTICATED SHIRT
No starch button-down. Go for tops that are soft to the touch and have details such as draping or a flouncy hem. Neutrals mix well with coats or blazers.
THE PANT
Slouchy Wide Leg. Pair them with an equally roomy sweater, or highlight your waist by tucking in a sheer blouse.
Flouncy Dresses, Skirts and Shirts. Sophisticated and soft.
Thigh Slit. Give your crop tops and abs a rest, legs is the new erogenous zone.
Highlight yours with a bold slit skirt or dress.
Neoprene in clothing from surf to turf. Equally amazing for wet suits neoprene is now making waves in fashion. Neoprene dresses, vests, skinny jeans, purse friendly ballet shoes
Wool Knits Chunky sweater fabrics meant to be worn from head-to-toe in muted shades. Whether you opt for a sweater dress, cape scarf, knit leggings or just a traditional pullover, cozy is the name of the game.
70’s Collar Jacket Top your fall ensembles with a boxy jacket. This season’s version comes with ‘70s inflections, be it substantial breast pockets, shearing touches or a flattened collar.
Chunky Shawl Neck Cardigan
This is a versatile layering piece for the in-between seasons.
THE PRINT
Psychedelics Geometrics, Swirls and Multi-Colored Digital. Vow to keep somber weather feeling decidedly upbeat.
Let go of pastels and brights for a moment and go nude in color. Embrace a neutral approach to dressing and wear flesh-toned knits, tan-colored dresses, and ensembles in barely-there shades
THE WORKWEAR STAPLE
Long Vest. Switch your trusty blazer for one of these sharply tailored long vests. Perfect over dresses or trousers, buttoned up or belted, you can even layer one under your winter coat.
THE SHOE
Pointy Pumps. Throw on these sophisticated shoes for a refined, business worthy look. Available in an array of different colors and patterns, pointy pumps can add a pop of color to a solid colored outfit.
Chunky Heels. Blocky heels can be seen on any type of shoe whether it be combat boot, leather high boots, platforms, and many other styles.
Perfect Pair. Modest Pumps and Stylish Socks.
WHAT’S TRENDING IN HAIR?
BIG BANGS Full bangs are in. “Big bangs should be from eyebrow to eyebrow and at least a ½ inch back” says Oscar Blandi, a hair stylist to the stars
BRAIDS AND BALAYAGE are in. “Balayage, which is also called hair painting, creates the most natural-looking results because the colorist paints on the highlights by hand, and can scatter them throughout your hair for a more truly sun kissed look.”
It’s like a blow out in a can. This translucent dry spray creates instant fullness and texture to spin hair into an airy silhouette. Raw silk powders with light-holding polymers adhere instantly for a softly interlaced texture to make hair look weightless and effortlessly full—and keep it that way.
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The Shine & Balance Shampoo and Purify & Calm Conditioner are designed to perfect the PH Balance that nature intended for your scalp, and when your scalp is happy your hair is happy!
We want to hear what you love too! Email your comments to info@thelistmagazine.com
Put the squeeze on dry, flaky skin & treat your senses with this splendid body polisher. Packed with real sugar granules, it lathers into a luxurious foamy scrub to gently slough away dead, rough cells. Contains antioxidants to help protect skin from harmful elements while Sweet Almond Oil adds a touch of moisture. Helps any body moisturizer glide right on and absorb quickly. Received the prestigious Self Healthy Beauty Award from Self Magazine!
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Due to the alarming rise in melanoma among people aged 18 to 39, more people are becoming aware of the dangers of sun exposure and Tanning Beds. Many are now turning to spray tanning as a healthier option. We recently sat down with the owner and founder of Water2Moon Organic Mobile Tanning, Amanda Chan for a quick Q& A about this rapidly growing beauty treatment.
Q &A with Amanda Chan
What are the differences between UV Tanning and UV free Tans?
Choose a lightweight, non-greasy daily face moisturizer like MarottaMD Elite Moisturizer with Glycolic to bind moisture to the skin for intense prolonged hydration that lasts around the clock.
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Follow-up with a time-releasing hydrating formula like Merle Norman’s Nighttime Recovery Cream moisture while you get your zzz’s – now that’s beauty sleep!
EYELASHES
A unique eyelash enhancement serum that promotes thicker, fuller, and longer looking lashes. Infinite Lash® is a safe and effective way to condition your eyelashes using natural botanicals and minerals to improve flexibility, moisture, and shine. The gentle and effective formula will thicken the hair follicles while hydrating and strengthening weak and brittle lashes. This formula is gentle enough to be used by contact lens wearers and those with sensitive skin. It is natural and paraben free.
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“It took a full 3 weeks but it worked!! I have long lashes. I also used it on my brows at the same time and much to my surprise it worked there too.”
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While there are many differences when comparing spray tanning to UV beds and sunbathing, the biggest factor is safety and health! Many people are turning to spray tanning to get that beautiful bronzed look because it is MUCH safer than the alternative. UV beds have been around for decades and have been linked to skin cancer, including melanoma (the deadliest type of skin cancer), as has sunbathing. If that isn’t enough, premature aging is a HUGE factor when it comes to tanning in the sun and in UV beds. Unprotected exposure to UV rays has been known to break down the fibers and collagen in the skin causing loosened folds and wrinkles. Sunburns and hours of sun exposure also result in permanent dark spots, leathery texture of the skin and permanent darkening of the skin as well. The side effects of UV exposure may not show until years after a sunburn or suntan so avoiding UV exposure is essential to keeping your skin beautiful and healthy!
Will I turn orange? Will I be too dark?
This stigma has been associated with Spray Tanning for some time now. Turning orange is only likely if one tries to tan themselves with an over the counter sunless tanner or tries to go too dark, too soon. An experienced tech will customize the color to each individuals’ needs. If your technician uses a quality solution and preps the skin properly, you will NOT turn orange.
How long will my spray tan last?
Depending on your skin, how light or dark you want your customized tan to be and how well you take care of your skin after your tan, it can last approximately one to two weeks. Many customers purchase products that were created for sunless tans, such as extending lotion and sunless cleansers and moisturizers.
Why should I choose an organic tan?
For a variety of reasons! First off, more people are focused on HEALTH these days. Many people are choosing sunless solutions that are organic, vegan, paraben-free and have not been tested on animals! These are also safe for women that are pregnant and nursing.
For more info on Sunless Tanning or Becoming a Certified Sunless Technician you can visit, Water2Moon Organic Spray Tans on the web at www.water2moontans.com or call 631-875-8419
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THE BALLET BARRE
by Melanie Zerah
In watching a ballerina dance, one can see the strength, flexibility, and grace flow effortlessly with every step the dancer takes. While balance and posture are essential to ballerinas, these are also attributes all people can welcome into their lives. This new fitness trend has made its way into the exercise routines of starlets such as Drew Barrymore, Madonna, and Natalie Portman.
This Ballet Barre workout regiment is popular among those who enjoy Yoga, due to the focus on balance, flexibility and conditioning of strength that Ballet Barre has. Most muscle work in Ballet Barre is found mainly in the lower body, however, engaging of the core and back muscle group is crucial in getting the most out of this workout. When done correctly this total body workout can slim your hips, tighten your thighs, lift your seat and mobilize your metabolism. Ballet Barre, like Yoga, instills physical values that can carry one past the gym and into everyday life. The importance placed on posture in Ballet Barre can even prevent back issues that may evolve in the future. Eventually after enough time and effort is put into this workout, you
may find yourself carrying a new air of confidence due to the posture and balance your body exudes.
Not just a passing fad, Ballet Barre has been predicted to start popping up on class schedules of gyms everywhere. Even without a gym membership it is still possible for Ballet Barre to become a part of your workout regiment with the right information, for it is not a workout that requires special equipment. Finding a workout regimen that is conducive to balance, well being and enjoyment is significant because it is more likely to follow you through everyday life. If you are on the path to losing weight, a workout that you enjoy will continue to be part of your regiment past your weight loss journey.
q&a WITH JOHN T. MCLOUGHLIN, DDS
The List What are the most important things someone can do for good oral health maintenance?
JTM, DDS Brushing teeth twice daily, flossing every day, rinsing with mouthwash and only chewing sugar-free gum.
The List How long should someone brush their teeth for?
JTM, DDS Always brush two minutes, two times a day, every day.
Research shows that brushing for two minutes is the single most important method for reducing plaque and preventing cavities, gingivitis and other plaque-related diseases. Brushing for two minutes twice a day is crucial to maintaining healthy smiles. Proper brushing technique cleans teeth and gums effectively.
Remember to replace your toothbrush every three to four months. Researchers have established that thousands of microbes grow on toothbrush bristles and handles. Most are harmless, but others can cause cold and flu viruses, the herpes virus that causes cold sores, and bacteria that can cause periodontal infections.
The List How often should I floss?
JTM, DDS Ensure flossing is a daily habit.
Daily flossing (or other methods of interdental cleaning) removes plaque and food particles that cannot be reached by a toothbrush, particularly under the gum line and between teeth. Failure to do so can allow for plaque buildup
The American Dental Association recommends a dental cleaning and examination twice a year.
Start examinations at age 3 to diagnose dental problems in their early stages.
Be sure the dentist performs an oral cancer exam by checking the tongue, cheeks, gums, palate and all soft tissues.
To reduce the risk of oral cancer, limit alcohol consumption and tobacco use.
Digital dental x-rays should be taken to diagnose problems hidden under the gums, including decay, abscesses, cysts and impacted teeth.
Develop a home care program tailored to your specific needs.
October is National Dental Hygiene Month to improve public consciousness about bettering the nation’s oral health-care habits. We asked John T. Mclouglin D.D. S. what he feels are the components around good oral health maintenance.
in these areas - which in turn can lead to tooth decay and gum disease.
The List Is mouth wash used just to refresh your breath?
JTM, DDS Mouthwash is used to improve oral health.
Rinsing your mouth with an anti-microbial mouth rinse each day is another important step you can take to prevent gum disease (gingivitis). Remember that the teeth themselves account for less than half of your mouth, so brushing and flossing alone cannot eliminate all plaque and germs. Be sure to finish your oral care routine with an antiseptic mouthwash that carries the ADA Seal of Acceptance. You also should talk with
your dental hygienist to determine which mouth rinse is right for you.
The List Is chewing gum bad for you?
JTM, DDS Chewing sugar-free gum after eating is clinically proven to be an important part of good oral health. The action of chewing sugar-free gum stimulates the most important natural defense against tooth decay — saliva — which in turn helps fight cavities, neutralizes plaque acids, remineralizes enamel to strengthen teeth and washes away food particles. Scientific evidence clearly shows that chewing sugar-free gum, especially after eating and drinking, has a positive impact on oral health.
goodreads
Autumn leaves, apple cider, pumpkin picking and curling up with a good book are some of life’s little luxuries. Here are a few must reads for this fall:
The Secret Place by Tana French
Do you like Gone Girl? Yes? Then it’s time to catch up with French and her Dublin Murder Squad mysteries. The Secret Place is the fifth in the series — this one is about the murder of a teen boy, which leads to a complicated web of secrets and lies surrounding a group of teenage girls at boarding school.
Yes Please by Amy Poehler (October 28) We want to hear what Poehler has to say. She’s done so much, and she’s liable to give some great advice, spanning Parks and Recreation, SNL, and, don’t forget (certainly the title is a reference), momma-bear doyenne to the whole entire American improvisational community with the Upright Citizens Brigade.
The Husbands Secret by Liane Moriarty
We don’t always make the right choices in life. Sometimes not making a choice is a choice in itself. This is a thought-provoking, emotional, and masterfully crafted novel focusing on the complexities of relationships, secrets, forgiveness, trust and love that will have you thinking about this novel long after you’ve finished it. The novel also has a couple of back-stories going on as well, it’s not all about the husband’s secret, but all the pieces are intricately woven, bringing it to a satisfying conclusion.
Joshua, A Brooklyn Tale by Andrew Kane
Against a backdrop of racial tensions and spanning four decades, this story explores the entanglements of three lives: Joshua Eubanks, a young black man struggling to overcome the crime, drugs, and despair of the streets; Rachel Weissman, daughter of a Hassidic rabbi, wrestling pangs of rebelliousness against the insular and restrictive practices of her religion; and Paul Sims, the product of a privileged Long Island Jewish family, yearning to escape his troubled past.
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Life's Roughest Storms Prove The Strength Of Our Anchors
As you all are aware, our community experienced a storm in August that produced record rainfall of over 14 inches in a 12 hour period. A number of residents and businesses have been affected by this and suffered loss. Unfortunately, Doggie U, Long Island’s largest indoor training facility, was not spared.
Their building suffered flooding and a roof collapse. This caused major damage to the Agility and Obedience training equipment, as well as loss of dog food and merchandise.
The owners, Rolissa and Ginny, stated that the process is already underway to move forward in getting Doggie U rebuilt and running, thanks to their wonderful members, friends and caring dog community near and far. Although they had insurance, with damage as significant as this, it is never enough. Some of their students have put in place relief sites to aid in the recovery.
Ginny and Rolissa add that they are thankful no one was injured, and the losses were confined to things that can be fixed or replaced. Humbly, they feel overwhelmed to see the entire dog community continuing to help their own.
Let’s share this information and continue to send support for the school dedicated to the well being of our pets.
If you wish to make a donation to aide in the recovery for Doggie U K9 Academy, please visit: gofundme.com/d57cb8 For update information on Doggie U and future class schedules/events please visit their website: www.Doggieuk9.com
As a hyper local magazine, The List is happy to help connect our businesses and residents, which together make up our wonderful Great South Bay Community. Please feel free to contact info@thelistmagazine.com for your comments, suggestions and requests.
The longer I live the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude to me is more important than facts, the past, education, money, circumstances, failures, successes and what other people think or say or do.
It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break
We often learn from life’s experiences… Some good, some bad, and sometimes if you are lucky enough, you can learn from the wise words of another. We welcome you, dear reader, to send us your wise words so we can share them with others.
Email Joanne at joanne@thelistmagazine.com
a company, a church, a synagogue or a home.
The remarkable thing is, we have a choice every day regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our past…we cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way…we cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can change is our attitude.
I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it and so it is with you also. We are all in charge of our own attitude.”
A close friend shared this thought with me, after she read my book, Bird on the Tracks. I wrote about being hit by the train in Bay Shore 30 years ago. I decided to share how I managed to get back on my feet again after reading a recent article in the paper about
a woman being hit by a car and her posttraumatic stress disorder. I realized many people out there don’t know what to do first when life gets difficult. Outcomes in life in the end, are controlled by us. We can become determined, push through our problems and get even stronger or we feel sorry for ourselves. The feel good outcome: build personal strength with a smile. We seem to admire others that can do this but are not sure if we can do it ourselves. The short answer is YOU CAN DO IT, TOO. Set your goal to have a good attitude. Decide you will and get going. You won’t regret the effort.
Betsy Cochrane Mayo is a Bay Shore resident, working in the graphic communications world. She enjoys spending time with her family and working on various community related projects.
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Specializing in Residential and Commercial Real Estate Purchases and Sales & Commercial Transactions
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• Residential Real Estate Purchases and Sales from Contract through Closing
• Commercial Real Estate Purchases, Sales and Leases
• Business Formations, Partnership Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Operating Agreements et al.
• Business Agreements including Employment Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements and Non-Compete Agreements et al.
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Authentic Thai Cuisine
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GALANGA RESTAURANT
Nowadays we are fortunate to have an array of restaurants occupying the coastline of the Great South Bay. Quite literally, almost any type of food you are craving can be found nearby and with a variety of options.
Galanga, an authentic Thai restaurant in Bay Shore, has a modest curb side appearance and a plain and simple interior that is comfortable enough for casual dining. In fact the decorator in me would add some custom built banquettes, add texture with coordinating fabrics and some mood lighting and this space could pop. Regardless of its lack of ambience, once you taste the flavorful food, this place will become a culinary favorite. I first learned of this still new to the area restaurant from my neighbor, who moved out here from Manhattan. She told me that it is by far the best place around for Thai food. Not so familiar with Thai food, it took me some time to get there but I recently made it a point to see what it was all about, and I was impressed.
The most impressive attribute of Thai food is the technique of cooking and the balance of its intricate flavors. The chef combines a complex mix of at least three and up to four fundamental taste senses in each dish or the overall meal: sour, sweet, salty and spicy. Each of these flavors serves a purpose of its own, but also harmonizes with the other flavors to intrigue and excite your taste buds. There are levels of spicy (1-5) and you can request a milder or spicier version on every dish.
Its distinctive taste is due to the abundance of fresh herbs and seasonings found in Thailand. Tamarind is a deep brown fruit that is somewhat sour and is used alone or in combination with lime juice. The primary salty element in Thai food is fish sauce. Freshly squeezed lime juice is a favorite choice in many Thai dishes. Additional flavors in Thai food come from coconut milk, garlic, galanga (blue ginger), coriander/cilantro, lemon grass, shallots, pepper, kaffir lime leaves, shrimp paste, and of course, chilies. Another major flavor is holy basil, grown in Thailand and is a notably different flavor than the basil we are familiar tasting spicy not sweet.
My guests and I were greeted with a warm and pleasant welcome by Andy, who was knowledgeable and helpful in suggesting various dishes. Our meal began with an array of
appetizers, each outstanding. The first was a Chicken and Beef Satay, grilled, skewered, quite tender and accompanied by a delicious homemade peanut sauce. This dipping sauce is made with ground roasted peanuts and ingredients such as red curry paste, coconut milk, fish sauce and tamarind. The other three appetizers were fried, yet were not at all greasy. They flash fry to create a delicate crispy outside coating, locking in the flavor and moisture. The Thai style fried calamari (Pla Muok Tod) was excellent and the Curry Samosa is filled with a perfect combination of comfort foods; potato, onion, carrots, mushrooms, curry powder and other Thai seasonings. The Gang Sarong (Shrimp Noodle) was my favorite. It is flavorful and perfectly cooked shrimp delicately wrapped with shredded noodles, flash fried for a combination of crunch and succulence.
We tried Tom Kha Gai, a spicy Thai coconut milk soup with chicken, mushroom, lime juice & galanga. The scrumptious Pad Thai, a popular Thai dish, is a combination of noodles with baby shrimp, egg, tofu, sprouts and ground peanuts. Along with the Pad See Yu, a dish of broad rice noodles with Chinese broccoli, eggs and your choice of beef or chicken, which was delightful. Khao Pahd Supparot, a coconut fried rice with chicken topped with ground peanuts & fried onions had a perfect combination of sweet and salty.
The Basil Chicken, Gai Pahd Bai Ga-Paw uses a combination with other ingredients to impart a wonderful flavor to this chicken stir fry, a definite must try.
The extensive menu is filled with an abundance of choices, so don’t forget to order Kao Niew Ma-Muang or fresh mango with sweet sticky rice topped with coconut milk for dessert.
Galanga has a successful full take out business with its full menu available. Busier schedules and colder weather makes it a wonderful alternative to dining out. Whether you dine in our take out your palette as well as your pocketbook will be satisfied and I am indeed delighted to add this restaurant to the List.
JL
Spiced Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
by Pamela Thomas
The dough in this recipe is made with pumpkin purée, oats and spices, baked until soft and chewy, and finished with a drizzle of maple syrup glaze. Enjoy these delicious cookies as the autumn weather arrives, as well as through the holidays.
difficulty: Easy | total time: 1 hr. 50 mins | yield: 32 Cookies
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For the cookies:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/3 cups rolled oats (not instant)
• 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin purée (not pie filling; about 1 3/4 cups)
For the glaze:
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon milk (not nonfat), plus more as needed
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
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For the cookies:
Heat the oven to 350°F and arrange the racks to divide the oven into thirds.
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.
Whisk the flour, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and nutmeg in a medium bowl to aerate and break up any lumps; set aside.
Place the butter and sugars in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and beat on medium speed until lightened in color and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Stop the mixer and scrape down the paddle and the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Add the egg and vanilla, return the mixer to medium speed, and beat until incorporated, about 30 seconds. Stop the mixer and scrape down the paddle and the sides of the bowl.
With the mixer on low speed, add half of the reserved flour mixture and mix until just incorporated. Add half of the pumpkin and mix until just incorporated. Repeat with the remaining flour mixture and pumpkin.
Drop 8 dough rounds per baking sheet by the scant 1/4 cup, staggering them 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
Place the remaining dough in the refrigerator.
Place both sheets in the oven and bake for 12 minutes. Rotate the pans from top to bottom and front to back and continue baking until the cookies are golden brown on the bottom and around the edges, about 12 minutes more. Place the baking sheets on wire racks and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 3 minutes. Using a flat spatula, transfer the cookies to the wire racks to cool completely. Let the baking sheets cool to room temperature and then repeat with the remaining dough (you can use the same parchment paper). When all of the cookies are baked, set the pieces of parchment paper aside.
For the glaze:
Place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until evenly combined. (You may need to add more milk by the 1/2 teaspoon if the glaze is too thick to drizzle.)
Place all of the cooled cookies on the reserved parchment sheets. Dip a fork into the glaze and drizzle it over the cookies in a zigzag pattern. Let the cookies sit at room temperature until the glaze has set, about 20 minutes.
If you are a chef from a local restaurant or a reader of The List Magazine with a passion for cooking or baking and would like to share your recipe, send it to info@thelistmagazine.com
ITALY SHARES A RECIPE WITH THE LIST
Italian Stuffed Artichokes
INGREDIENTS:
• 5 cups coarsely-chopped bread crumbs
• 1 1/2 cups Parmagiano Reggiano or good domestic
• Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 1/2 cups Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
• 1 cup chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon salt or to taste
• 1 tablespoon freshly-ground black pepper
• 6 large artichokes
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 6 slices lemon
PREPARATION:
Mix into a large bowl and add bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, green onions, parsley, garlic, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; toss to combine. Cut about 3/4-inch off the tops of each artichoke. With your scissors, snip off the pointed ends of each artichoke leaf. Rub a lemon on the cut ends to prevent browning. Slice off the stem end of each artichoke so that they sit up straight. Spread the leaves of each artichoke as much as possible, and pack in a generous amount of bread stuffing around each artichoke. Tap each artichoke gently to let any loose stuffing fall off. Stand them in a casserole or roasting pan just large enough to hold them in a single layer. Add water to a depth of 1 1/2 inches. Pour a generous amount of olive oil over each artichoke, letting it seep in. Top each artichoke with a slice of lemon. Bring the water to a boil, cover, reduce heat and steam the artichokes approximately 1 hour (depending on size of artichokes) or until the leaves pull off easily. Test for doneness by pulling out a leaf and tasting for tenderness. Check the water level after about 25 minutes, and add more if necessary. Serve hot or at room temperature. The stuffed artichokes can be prepared in advance and reheated before serving. Any leftover stuffing keeps for 2 weeks in the refrigerator and longer in the freezer.
Option: Place Mozzarella or Fontina cheese over the top and place briefly under a broiler until cheese melts and begins to brown. Top with Garlic. Makes 6 servings.
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The 2014 Long Island Hospitality Ball was held in June at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury and successfully raised $361,000 for the American Cancer Society. The gala was created and organized by Keith Hart, a hospitality industry mainstay and cancer survivor, to raise funds for charity by showcasing offerings from the region’s top restaurants, wine and spirit brands, nightclubs and entertainers as well as hotels and catering halls. “A food industry showcase”, it was a night of sensory delights - light, sound, food and drink - enjoyed by 1,500 guests and made possible by more than 150 industry sponsors. A Gala affair indeed for a fabulous cause.
The List Magazine wants to give special thanks of appreciation to all the wonderful organizations, volunteers and Long Islanders who are so dedicated in helping to raise money and awareness for ALL CANCERS among other special causes. It is the genuine caring hearts and nature of Long Islanders that makes it such a wonderful place to live.
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