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LATE SPRING 2019 Publishers Steven & Sharon Goldstein Associate Publisher Brandon Goldstein Editorial Director Jessica Humphrey-Cintineo Design Director Jessica LaPlaca-Bruno Fashion Director Candace Kristin Photographers Kim Casamento Nicholas Gagliano, Studio Uno Photography Contributing Writers Michelle DeSantis Kristin Favaloro Brandon Goldstein Soneca Guadara Louise B. Hafesh Jessica Humphrey-Cintineo Tara Ippolito-Lafontant Jessica LaPlaca-Bruno Megan Montemarano Dr. Ralph Napoli DPM Richard Posluszny Brianna Ruback Natalie Zisa

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his whole local “farm to table” nonsense every restaurant is preaching nowadays always makes me laugh. Until about two weeks ago, I was looking outside and everything was still covered in frost. Just exactly where are these farms? I only wish someone had taken me there for the duration of this past winter so I could have thrived like all of those luscious sunkissed tomatoes they keep boasting about.

However, brighter days are indeed ahead. During the next few months, we really will get a chance to see – and taste – what the phrase “farm to table” means, as many local restaurants are able to source their ingredients from some of New Jersey’s greenest pastures and we learn that upstate New York is actually good for something: farmland.

Al fresco dining has become as trendy as brunch, which is about as overplayed as the food truck fad. Remember when you used to sit down in a restaurant and simply enjoy a good meal? Luckily, places – like Ventanas, which has opened up in Fort Lee – get me completely.

With spring in full bloom so too are our beauty routines. Turn to our esteemed beauty team of Kristin Favaloro and Michelle DeSantis and they’ll keep feeling fresh. They have some great local spots you can check out you and some incredible products to use at home that will have you winning the fight against heat and humidity all season long.

Of course, can’t talk about heat and humidity without mentioning the fash we ion. This year, look for a lot of solid tones or strong bursts of color. This year, there’s no in between! We went over to Boutique 811 in Franklin Lakes to get the lowdown on what will be fashionably “hot” to wear in this year’s heat. you’ve probably heard about around town recently is Wyckoff’s name

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This time of year marks one of the most beautiful times in Bergen County.

We wish you all a great finish promising to your spring and start to your summer. We hope to see you all enjoying Bergen County’s beautiful parks in the upcoming months.

Cheers!

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ART Glitz, Glam and Gore Makeup As An Art Form

BERGEN COUNTY Lights, Camera, Action… The Ridgewood Art Institute Goes Hollywood

BERGEN COUNTY From City To Suburbs Discover the Ridgewood Firm with a Big Mission to Make New Bergen County Residents Feel at Home Sooner

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BEAUTY AND THE ‘BURBS

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Warm Up To These Fashion Trends Products Loved To The Last Drop

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THE SPORTS DOCTOR

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Ankle Replacement Rapidly On The Rise B.C. Takes D.C. Trying Out the New Marriott Bonvoy Program in the Nation’s Capital

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AL DENTE DIVA

Al Dente Diva’s Picnic Pickings

EATS

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

A Resource for Your Dining Pleasure

EVENTS

Happenings Throughout The County

LAST LAUGH

The Marlboro Man’s Matcha

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Doug’s clothing is available at Sal Lauretta for Men, Midland Park; Taylor’s clothing and accessories can be found at Boutique 811, Franklin Lakes.

200 Club The 200 Club held their annual winter reception at The Graycliff in Moonachie.

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James Vasquez, Vince Comperatore

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The Valley Hospital Foundation The Valley Hospital Foundation held their annual Leadership Reception at the Indian Trail Club in Franklin Lakes. For more information, visit www.valleyhospitalfoundation.org.

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Bill Patterson, Cecily Palludan

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Nancy Davidson, Stan and Elaine Heimberger

Lya Pfeifer, Audrey Meyers, Joe Pfeifer

Doug Struyk, Amy and Charley Shotmeyer

Rich Keenan, Nancy Bush

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Alison and Adam White

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Jim and Nancy Bush

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Mary Wortman, David Burke, Yolla and William Rahal

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Stefanie and Adam Hawkinson, Audrey and Robert Luckow

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By Jessica Humphrey-Cintineo

brush stroke of chestnut there; a dab of gold glitter there. Self-taught freelance makeup artist Jessica Pagan of Roselle Park knows a thing or two about art.

“Art comes in all forms, and I want to share with the world my love and passion for art,” said Pagan, who currently teaches her craft at Artist Makeup Academy in Hoboken, where she’s taught since September of 2018.

Pagan specializes in beauty makeup for weddings, special events, photo shoots, theatrical makeup and special effects makeup. With over six years of experience, she provides her services in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and even travels internationally.

“My interest in makeup began when I wanted to explore more of my artistic side by creating colorful eye looks in 2010,” recalls Pagan. “Prior to that, I started drawing in middle school and in my senior year of high school [at Elizabeth High School in Elizabeth in 2006], I was introduced to face painting.”

Face painting quickly became Pagan’s hobby. It was Pagan’s sister that introduced her to beauty makeup.

“At the time, I couldn’t afford to pay to get my makeup professionally done, so I had to learn how to do it on my own,” she said.

Every day for Pagan was a new day to perfect her craft.

“It became a passion for me,” she said. “Whether I would practice on myself, my family or my friends, I would do it any change I could get.”

In addition to hands-on practice, Pagan would do research to learn more about different makeup products, brands and artists.

“I would test out different techniques and, in doing so, I would learn what worked for me and what didn’t,” said Pagan.

Pagan also has the ability to look at something and imitate it. She creates that to her childhood drawing days.

“I spent my childhood drawing cartoon characters that I grew up watching on TV,” said Pagan.

The sketching, shading and detailing that she learned in her art classes transitioned smoothly into makeup application.

Her favorite form of makeup is theatrical, however.

“Being able to create artistic looks by using a body or face and bringing these characters to life is therapy to me,” she said.

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women that receive her service.

“Making them feel beautiful in their skin makes me genuinely happy,” shared Pagan.

She also finds joy in being around like-minded artists. While teaching at the Artist Makeup Academy in Hoboken, she gets to experience that.

“If I’m able to impact and inspire one of my students in anything they learn from me to take with them on their journey, then I have fulfilled my duty as a teacher,” she said.

Through her art, she hopes more than just her students benefit.

“Inspiration. Creativity. Joy.To be able to whole-heartedly create art that people can relate to.To be able

to bring back memories and boost confidence. I hope my artistry brings all that to others,” said Pagan.

“Whenever I would go through a hard time, I would create art,” she continued. “After high school, I felt lost. I didn’t know in which direction to go. I wanted to pursue art as a career; however, there was no career in the artistry field that I wanted that was worthwhile. I entered the corporate world for years and did makeup as a hobby. I lacked the confidence to be able to pursue what fulfilled me, and that was becoming a freelance makeup artist.”

Connect with Pagan through her Instagram page at www.Instagram.com/GlitzGlamandGore/.

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Saddle River Arts Council

The newly formed Saddle River Arts Council held its inaugural event, “An Evening of Giving Back,� at the Saddle River estate of Doctors Fred and Brooke Rezvani. More than 200 guests attended the musical experience where Eric Genius, an award-winning pianist, composer and inspirational speaker performed with distinguished musicians.

Susan and Dr. Doug Carpenter

Maria Harper, Mary Bello

Marie Janasa, Azi Ahmadi

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The RIDGEWOOD

ART INSTITUTE GOES HOLLYWOOD

By Louise B. Hafesh

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ollywood came calling in Ridgewood recently, signaling out The Ridgewood Art Institute (RAI) for a stellar supporting role in a soon to be released feature film entitled “A Case of Blue.”

The revered institute, whose rich heritage of keeping alive traditional realism in painting, drawing and the poetic effects of north light on landscape and interior subjects, so inspired award-winning filmmaker and hometown resident Dana H. Glazer that he chose it as the backdrop for pivotal scenes in his movie.

As Glazer puts it, “It’s a miracle, really. There is no studio anywhere in this area quite like it with the northern light, and what an incredible bit of serendipity that it is located 5 minutes from my house.”

The barn, as RAI is affectionately known, has an artistic lineage harking back to the revered American impressionist artist/educator Frank Vincent Dumond, whose students at the Art Students League

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Students painting from life at the Ridgewood Art Institute, Ridgewood.

(ASL) in New York included Georgia O’Keefe, Norman Rockwell and RAI’s patriarch and founding father Arthur Maynard. It would be Maynard, also a gifted artist and teacher who advanced RAI as an offshoot of his mentor’s legacy and oversaw construction of a studio, that meticulously duplicated ASL’s Studio #7 ambiance down to even the pitch of its skylights and wall color. Both settings would prove to be key components in Glazer’s narrative and shoot.

A Story Is Born

As backstory goes, about 15 years ago while taking a drawing class at the League, inspired, no doubt, by the visual tone-poem quality of that setting, Glazer had the idea for a screenplay about a retiree who joins a drawing class, encounters a model who is the spitting image of a romantic partner from decades before and tries to escape into his past with her. In the interim, ASL would go on to sell air rights to its landmark headquarters, and subsequently, construction of a tall, residential tower next door sadly jeopardized the magical north lit atmosphere of Glazer’s memory,

necessitating another venue to bring his storyline to fruition from page to screen. “‘A Case of Blue,’ the studio scenes needed to be cinematic,” explains the writer/director.

A tall order by any stretch; however, upon walking into Ridgewood’s West studio for the first time, Glazer was stunned to find exactly that.

“Shooting this movie at the Institute is like being 10 years old at Toys ‘R Us, having won a shopping spree for a few minutes and being able to grab everything I can in the store,” he joyously exclaimed once on set.

Aesthetics and right place and time aside, in a nod toward authenticity, for the barn scenes, RAI students and teachers were included as extras, and working alongside veteran performers were instructed to carry on as if in a typical art class. During the shoot, West studio’s intrinsically nostalgic, yet gritty setting was visually gripping, as those of us watching actors, artists and action from a kitchen antechamber monitor were mesmerized by the misty-eyed mood emerging through the director’s lens.

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“Shooting this movie at the [Ridgewood Art] Institute is like being 10 years old at Toys ‘R Us, having won a shopping spree for a few minutes and being able to grab everything I can in the store.”

– Dana H. Glazer

A scene from the film shoot for “A Case of Blue” at The Ridgewood Art Institute.

Who’s Who – In, Around and Behind The Scene

Glazer, who received his MFA in film from NYU in 1998, contends he is drawn to writing stories about people who are overlooked and ignored.

“When you watch a film I make you are going to have an emotional experience in some way or another,” he affirms.

True to form, in “A Case of Blue,” his main character embarks on a journey of the soul only to discover that escaping one’s reality has unexpected costs. In addition to this first feature dramatic film, other credits include screenplays for Warner Brothers and Syfy Channel documentaries, such as “The Evolution of Dad” (2010) “Parents of the Revolution” (2014) and the short “Jim and Sarah Brady: A Tribute” (2015). As for “A Case of Blue’s” cast, television and film actor Stephen Schetzer (“Homeland,” “As the World Turns” and “The Wire”) plays lead, with Broadway actress Tracy Shayne (“Les Miz,” “Phantom of the Opera,” “Chicago” and “A Chorus Line”) as his wife and Annapurna Sriram in the pivotal role of artist’s model.

Reflecting on his plans once RAI’s scenes are in the can, the Ridgewood resident divulges, “For the next year, I will be a dad, teaching film at Fairleigh Dickinson University and editing A ‘Case of Blue’ like crazy.”

And then, turning introspective, he adds, “I love it all! Every day is well spent if I make something. It doesn’t have to be a film. It could be a poem. A song. A photograph. A day without that in my life is a day that something went missing.”

A bastion for traditional art, the Ridgewood Art Institute offers drawing, oil, watercolor, pastel and acrylic mediums for both adults and young people. A full list of courses can be accessed via www.ridgewoodartinstitute.org.

Look for “A Case of Blue” to hit theatres in the near future.

Louise B. Hafesh is an award-winning artist and journalist and president of AdVantage Publications, Inc., an international editorial syndicate. A former student at The Ridgewood Art Institute, she lives in Bergen County with her husband, and can be reached at www.louisebhafesh.com.

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Parkinson’s Foundation The Parkinson’s Foundation held their annual New Jersey fundraiser at The Sear House in Closter. For more information, visit www.parkinson.org.

Maureen Samson, Claudia Jordan

Nick and Christina Korines

Mellissa Carbone, Atienne DeConciliis

Alyssa Bloom, Stephen Russ

Laura Drake, Jill Timony

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Deborah and Jason Fowler, Helen Appleby Late Spring 2017

Amy Sole, Stephanie Goldman

Julia Weksler, Pam Abramowitz

Robert Rutkowski, Nicole Trujillo

Cheryl Phillip, Amy Heller, Jodi Brenner, Anne Baretz

Stacy and Jon Adler

Liz Henschel, Paul Liva

Mauro Romita, Russ Stern

Mark and Linda Greene

David Kubler, Lisa Micarelli, Bill Kelly

Sunni Herman, Jay and Beth Nadel

Tricia Towey, Christina Korines, Louana Lustberg

Center for Hope and Safety The Center for Hope and Safety held their annual gala at Seasons in Washington Township.

For more information, visit www.hopeandsafetynj.org.

Terri Freguletti, Caren Feldman

Paula Star, Janet Blaustein

Lisa Iachetti, Kim Caesar

Gail Steinel, Gina Plotino

Denise, Ernie and Anne Spell, Shelby Klein

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Dr. Ihor Sawczuk, Mark Sparta

Late Spring 2017

Nicole Pena, Marta Levy

Tina Thomson, Tangtang Shyu

Suzanne Wirth, Jenna Pascale

Vidalia Acevedo, Pamela Medina

Nancy Corcoran-Davidoff, Barry Davidoff

Salomom Lina, Christine DeLoughry-Lama, Tom DeLoughry

Lisa Iachetti, Mark Sparta, Terri Freguletti

Peter Miragliotta, Kurt Breitenstein

Tracey Post, Nannette Rosso, Susan O’Dwyer

Rosa Zager, Jorge Quintana, Nicole Kelker

Marisol David, Cheryl Williams, Nancy Barker, Carly Rodriguez, Meghan Rodriguez

Life Without Joint Pain Is Closer Than You Think!

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Discover the Ridgewood firm with a big mission to make new Bergen County residents feel at home sooner

t is often said that moving is one of life’s most stressful events.The endless boxes, the organizing and cleaning, the new routines and sad goodbyes – moving can be hard, and moving from the city to the suburbs is only that much harder. But, with the right guidance and support, relocating can also mean a new chapter in one’s life, each page blank, fresh and ready to be filled.

For New York City resident Darlene Agag, moving back to her hometown of Wyckoff after 20 years immersed in the hustling, bustling “city that never sleeps,” proved to be more of an adjustment than she could have ever imagined.

“Two years ago, I decided I wanted a change, so I left my longtime job at FOX Television and spent the summer with my children at my parents’ house in Wyckoff,” said Agag. “It was actually my son’s desire to move out of the city that led us back to Bergen County.The kids enjoyed the space 48 BC The Mag LATE SPRING 2019

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and slower pace and were both much happier living in the suburbs, so we decided to make the move.”

However, the pace of life did not slow down much for Agag and her children during the first few months in their new home.

“The transition was challenging,” said Agag. “Even though we only moved 20 miles from the city and I knew the area very well, it was still a big change. I had to get my children acclimated to the area, find a school, doctors, activities and teams, all while creating a new life for us.”

It is often overlooked details such as these that leave new residents feeling stressed, pulled in different directions, and at times, even alone.After experiencing this firsthand, Agag was determined to make a difference. And so, Suburban Settlers was born.

Located in Ridgewood, this valuable neighborhood company aims to help peo-

ple settle into their new location quickly and easily. The organization’s specialized services save time, reduce stress and make newcomers feel right at home in no time at all.

“My mom had actually started working on a business like this about 30 years ago with a friend,” said Agag. “After her friend’s husband was relocated, they never got their plans off the ground. I decided to resurrect their idea with the goal of helping others get acclimated quickly so that they don’t have to go through the same challenges that I faced.”

Suburban Settlers works with families, individuals, young couples and seniors coming from towns and cities all over the world. The firm also partners with corporate relocation, realtors and agents to provide the inside scoop on local musts and catered services for a seamless relocation.

This includes aiding international clients, who encounter obstacles related to vari-

Darlene Agag, president of Suburban Settlers, talking a client who moved to Bergen County from Manhattan through their customized plan.

ous cultural differences, such as language barriers and simple day-to-day tasks that we often take for granted, like navigating Route 17. In fact, when it comes to adapting to Suburbia USA, one main difference involves having to drive everywhere rather than walk or jump in a taxi.Without everything you need at your disposal, the suburbs have potential to feel rather isolating.

Suburban Settlers is here to eliminate these chances.

Because every individual and family are different, the unique company creates custom packages for all clients depending on their needs.

“What differentiates Suburban Settlers is the personal touch and connections with the community that it offers,” said Agag.

Each package includes a kick-off call with the client, a half-day guided tour around the community, and a customized plan that affords all the contacts and necessary resources for feeling at home sooner.

Suburban Settlers aims to help people settle into their new location quickly and easily.

The organization's specialized services save time, reduce stress and make newcomers feel right at home in no time at all.

“Each catered plan includes detailed information on schools, tutoring, childcare, pet care, specialized services, houses of worship, civic organizations, local service professionals, and more. We even make personal introductions to help ease the transition, and have follow-up services that last for a minimum of three months, but

are always available to our clients should they need assistance,” she said.

The entire business process is rewarding for Agag, who is thankful for the opportunity to work with each and every one of her clients, while gaining new insights and life lessons along the way.

“Everyone has their own story, challenges, and ideas,” said Agag. “What I like best is being able to tailor our business to meet their needs.”

She goes on to explain the advantage of having once gone through the big move herself.

“If they tell me that they like a certain restaurant or store in the city with which I am familiar, sometimes no further explanation is needed for me to know what they would like in the suburbs.”

It is often simple details like these that mean the most, for they make newcomers feel welcome and comfortable in their new environment.

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Suburban Settlers’ customized plan is a roadmap to all of the area’s resources.

Darlene Agag, president of Suburban Settlers, assisting a client who moved from Spain to Bergen County.

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Suburban Settlers currently operates in the New York Metropolitan area; however, Agag envisions expanding its personalized services to other parts of the United States. She also hopes to add a new dimension to the firm by setting up “buddy families,” where locals would be matched with newcomers who share similarities – people who have children the same age, or adults that have the same interests – to help with a seamless transition.

Regardless of what the future holds, if there is one piece of advice that Agag could give, it is that you have to be comfortable with being uncomfortable for a little while.

“Change can be challenging and it takes time to build a new life, get to know your surroundings, and make new friends. You have to be patient and not expect that you will feel at home right away.”

Uprooting your life and starting over requires time, effort, and a strong support system. Suburban Settlers provides that much needed boost in the right direction – straight towards home.

To learn more about Suburban Settlers, call (201) 632-3991, email info@suburbansettlers.com or visit its website at www.suburbansettlers.com.

Children’s Aid and Family Services Children’s Aid and Family Services held their annual gala celebrating 120 years of service.

For more information, visit www.cafsnj.org.

Joseph Healy, Jeanne LaChapelle

Don Ramesdorfer, Bob Jones

Donna and Joseph Maschio

Nicole DeNoy, Rena Christie, Erin Taddei

Marcus Barnes, John Morris, Joanne Mandry

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Joe Laquidara, Lou Mandarino, Mike Sandberg, Kurt Breitenstein, Bob Barbarino Late Spring 2017

Christine and Ed Ordway

Mary Jane and Luciano Bruni

Melinda IannaroneGeraghty, Larry Geraghty

Isabel and Edith Fiato, Kate and Cheryl Post

Ernestine Dixon, Sam and Tanya Gray

Alice Ibersen, Joanne LaMarca

Holly and Frank Maschio

Julia Chiang, Que Lam, Andrea Visser, Tracy Gerber

Nicole Merrick, Cecily Healy, Antonella Lea, Winnie O'Keefe

Tyler Mathisen, Joanne Mandry, Timothy and Dr. Jennifer Cope

Wyckoff Teen Follows Passions

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By Brianna Ruback

or Wyckoff’s Peter Schuh, a freshman football player at St. Joseph Regional High School in Montvale, giving back to the community has continued to be one of his passions. Between volunteering as an assistant football coach with the Wyckoff Pee Wee Recreation program and serving as a committee member for the Behind the Seams Fashion Show at Eva’s Village, a New Jersey nonprofit antipoverty organization, Peter has made it his mission to help others.

What sparked this enthusiasm for community outreach and volunteerism came as a result of Peter’s medical challenges and severe food allergies. Between kindergarten and fourth grade, Peter had been very sick and was diagnosed with asthma, Celiac Disease and a heart defect. Following these diagnoses, he had trouble swallowing among other symptoms that made it difficult for him to eat solid foods.This resulted in a 26-pound weight loss as a fourth grader.

After undergoing a series of tests five years ago, Peter was diagnosed with Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), a chronic, allergic inflammatory disease of the esophagus that causes symptoms like difficulty swallowing, choking on food and drooling.

Peter’s mother, Colleen Daly-Schuh, said that at this time, she was unsure if Peter would need to use a feeding tube. With the delivery of his diagnosis, Peter worried he would never be able to play sports again.

About a week after Peter’s diagnosis, Colleen had read an article about a softball player at Ramapo College (Kim LaPenta) who also has EoE and faced similar medical challenges. Colleen showed Peter the article, and she assured him that he would be able to play sports.

Colleen contacted Ramapo College, and they teamed up to introduce Peter to Kim, as well as plan an EoE awareness day with the Roadrunners’ softball team.

The awareness day consisted of a softball game where Peter threw out the first pitch.

All proceeds went to the CURED (Campaign Urging Research for Eosinophilic Disease) Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to those suffering from eosinophilic gastrointestinal diseases.

During the summer of 2017, the Schuh family and Ramapo College held a second awareness day.

Peter said all of the support he received from his family, friends, coaches and trainers who attended the game gave him hope to persevere and play sports, which he was able to do after building up his strength at a football camp and pinpointing a specific medical regimen he would follow.This consists of taking a swallowed metered-dose inhale of medicine, which helps Peter tolerate food, as opposed to using a feeding tube.

Peter’s commitment to football has also carried out into his volunteer work.

Before he started seventh grade, Peter contacted Eric Knight, his third and fourth grade football coach who is in charge of the Wyckoff Pee Wee football league, to see if he could help coach. Knight agreed, and Peter has been an assistant coach for three years.

“I think the beauty is that [the third and fourth graders] see that Pete’s been successful,” Knight said. “He overcame some pretty heavy challenges, and it was a ‘never say never’ type of an attitude where he went out and said, ‘I’m going to get better every day, and I’m going to succeed at whatever it is that I do.’”

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ing onto the field, Peter must follow a strict healthcare plan.This typically consists of nebulizing, ensuring that he has consumed enough fat, protein and sugar, checking his blood sugar, hydrating and packing his own cooler with anything he may need to sustain himself during a game or practice.

“It’s very disciplined and it’s very controlled, but it’s allowed him to do what he does and compete at a high level,” Colleen said.“In some aspects, it’s been a gift because it’s taught him how to be regimented and take care of his body.”

With his experiences providing him with ample knowledge on health, Peter paid this forward in assisting St. Joseph’s head football coach Augie Hoffmann, who has Celiac Disease like Peter.While Hoffmann said he used to not treat his gluten allergy seriously, he said it was Peter who educated him on how to take care of himself and live a healthier lifestyle.

Hoffmann said within the last year, Peter’s insight has both humbled him and made a tremendous difference. While Peter currently plays on the freshman football team, not under the coaching of Hoffmann, the two still share a strong bond. At the high school, Peter has his own room next to Hoffmann’s office where he is accommodated with various kitchen appliances to avoid cross-contamination. “[Hoffmann] has been an incredible supporter, especially with my food allergies and life lessons and helping me get through everything,” Peter said.

Hoffmann said Peter’s work ethic – in all phases of his life – is what stands out the most.

“He’s a tremendously talented athlete, but he takes that same work ethic into the classroom [and] into his service projects,” he said.

Peter’s love for football has gone beyond his dedication on the field. He has also used it as a platform to help others. After learning that his friend Payton Sargenti was diagnosed with cancer during the summer of 2017, Peter organized a fundraiser that consisted of selling football arm sleeves, helmet decals and headbands For more information on Eosinophilic that read “Payton Strong.”

Esophagitis or other Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Peter helped raise over $4,600 and Payton was deDiseases (EGIDs), including eosinophilic gastritis clared cancer free during the winter of 2017.

Peter said the impact that his football coaches have (EG) and eosinophilic colitis (EC), visit had on his life has taught him the value of giving back. www.curedfoundation.org. CURED is committed “I like to bring joy to people and make them feel like to raising substantial funding to aid in research, there’s hope,” he said. advocating on behalf of EGID patients and their Peter’s goal for the future is to create his own charity families and working to educate and increase that merges his love for sports and children, specifically awareness about this complex group of disathletes, facing medical challenges. One element of this eases. It is their heartfelt belief that CURED can would be helping these children obtain the resources they make a difference for the individuals and their need in order to participate in the sports they love. families who are touched by these diseases.

“It’s a dream,” he said, “but I hopefully want to do it one day.”

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The Valley Hospital Auxiliary Saddle River Branch The Valley Hospital Auxiliary Saddle River Branch held a fashion show at Westfield Garden State Plaza featuring Paula Hian. For more information, visit www.valleyhospitalfoundation.org.

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Tristen Comey, Tippy Mueller

Alisa DiGirolamo, Michele Miao, Jean Weng

Jennifer Mandia, Lorraine Rozzi

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Lisa Hartmann, Paula Hian, Nancy Bush

Robyn Stevens, Maria Harper, Isolde Brielmaier, Nancy Bush, Claudine Siero Late Spring 2017

Jay Daly, Lisa Hartmann

Tanya Valency, Emily Kaufman

Bettina Daly, Deany Rubin

Sarah Hansson, Nancy Bush, Candace Kristin

Tracey Ingrasselino, Fariba Shahamat, Maria Harper, Jacqueline Hill, Beverly DeSalvo

Cathy Teitel, Linda Cennerazzo

Barbara Wasserman, Jeanine Marrone

Lucy Ponzini, Nicole Fernandez, Sandy Carapezza

Beverly DeSalvo, Patty Halpin, Maria Harper

Lucy Ponzini, Tracey Ingrasselino, Claudine Siero, Nicole Fernandez, Fabiola Santos, Mari Costakis

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KIDS FASHION

Location: Private Home, Cresskill Photographer: Kim Casamento

Enza is ready to “jump” into spring thanks Clothing: Provided by and available at Marcia’s Attic for Kids, Englewood to this floral number.

Models: James, Lola, Meghan and Charlotte

James: Appaman coral linen suit with white Lacoste crew neck tee and sunglasses

by AJ Morgan.

Lola: Les Tout Petits silver glitter sheath dress and initial necklace by Marcia’s Attic for Kids.

James: Leo & Zachary grey plaid suit and an Appaman white dress shirt with monkey tie.

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Which way to the pool?

Meghan: Les Tout Petits two-piece wrap around mesh bikini.

James: Lacoste black crew neck tee and Pieoto palm tree bathing suit.

Lola: Nessi Byrd two-piece gold stripe glitter bikini.

Charlotte: Nessi Byrd two-piece leopard ruffle bikini.

All sunglasses by Marcia’s Attic for Kids.

A tip of the hat.

Charlotte: Bella Dahl white linen tie front shirt and Bella Dahl stripe linen pants.

Lola: Bella Dahl linen stripe tie front shirt with vintage Havana raw edge denim shorts.

Meghan: Bella Dahl denim stripe tank with DL white ripped jeans.

All flip flops by TKEES; all straw hats and sunglasses by Marcia’s Attic for Kids.

Meghan: By Debra silver spaghetti strap dress and silver strap sandals

by Stuart Weitzman.

Charlotte: By Debra Black one-shoulder party dress and silver skin wedge sandals

by Amiana.

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Seeing stars.

Charlotte: Hollyworld black ripped star hoody with Oneteaspoon black rolled up fringe shorts.

Lola: Hollyworld neon orange ripped star hoody with vintage Havana denim shorts.

Charlotte: Les Tout Petits glitter cream romper and silver wedge sandals

by Amiana.

Meghan: Les Tout Petits black glitter romper.

James: Leo & Zachary black/white check button down with DL black jeans.

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By Soneca Guadara

rom runway to street style to your best-dressed celebrities – these are the emerging fashion trends to be on the look out this season. Whether you choose to take some risks, I am sure some of these fashion trends will make their way into your closet.

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BIKER SHORTS

We can thank Kim Kardashian West for bringing this basic to the forefront as a couture fashion find. However, let us not forget that the beloved Princess Diana, the “Queen of Hearts,” donned them as well back in the day.

From runway to street wear, this athleisure wardrobe staple will definitely be the rage this 2019.

SNAKESKIN

The python print is taking over in the animal kingdom. Move over leopard, the snake is in! You can basically find anything in this print from boots to dresses to shirts and dresses. Python is going to be a huge hit for 2019.

‘DAD’ SNEAKERS

Some people may call them “ugly” but regardless of what you think, they are sure comfy. From Balenciaga down to Steve Madden, the dad sneaker is making a statement that is here to stay.

ROUCHING

This technique is nothing new to designers. The classic gathering that embraced the 1980s is back in a huge way.

What’s not to love about rouching? It can help conceal a women’s midsection, and help clothing cling on nicer.You will find rouching on sleeves, on a skirt and even on a bathing suit. It’s a fashion trend that will definitely stand out this 2019.

TIE-DYE

No need to head over to Lollapalooza to break out your tie-dye. From the runways in New York City to Paris, designers have embraced the hippie print and proving it to be a “groovy” comeback for 2019.

KNITTING/CROCHET

Anything knitted or crocheted is sure to be a huge hit for fashion in 2019. The woven material is seriously making a major impact. It’s not just for the beach or festival dressing. From patchwork pieces to full-length gowns, you will even find fishnet like material on shoes.

NEON

This is one color that you can’t miss. It’s the 1980s with a 2019 twist. If wearing it head to toe may seem too over the top, adding pops of it here and there are sure to keep you on trend this year.

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Think flip-flops with heels. Some may say that they are not the most comfortable type of sandal, but they are sure super flattering and look super cute on.

They give that barely there, minimal look that will sure take storm with celebrities and influencers.

FLOSS/ THONG SANDALS

ANYTHING FEATHERS

This 2019, feathers are definitely going to be seen as a huge fashion trend this 2019. Whether placed as an accent piece on shoes, to a purse, earrings or a dress, feathers will not be flown but rather worn.

This is a trend that not only is on the rise, but hopefully one to stay for a very long time. There used to be a time that wearing your clothing more than once wasn’t the thing to do, especially with the rise of social media.Why would you when stores like Zara and H&M give us “fast fashion” at the fraction of the cost? However, as more and more people are getting educated, it’s actually “cool” to wear your beautiful garments more than once. Plus, we are protecting our Mother Earth. Recycle. Reuse.

SUSTAINABLE FASHION

Soneca Guadara is a personal fashion stylist who makes her clients feel beautiful and confident.

When Soneca is not working her magic assisting her clients, she can be found working backstage at New York Fashion Week, working on location shoots and contributing as an on-air fashion/style expert and style writer.You can follow Soneca on her Instagram (@stylebysoneca) for weekly style tips.

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FASHION

If brunch is the most important meal of the day, shouldn’t your outfit be just as important?

Taylor thinks so.

Spring Into Style Location: Bacari Grille, Washington Township Photographer: Nick Gagliano, Studio Uno Photography, Ridgefield Park Stylist: Candace Kristin,

Westfield Garden State Plaza

Style Assistant: Sarah Hansson

Models: Doug, Jacklin, Sarah and Taylor Makeup: Alexa Mele, Alt Beauty

by Alexa Rae, Ho-Ho-Kus

Hair: Hollie Mattson, Eric Alt Salons

Women’s Clothing: Available at Boutique 811,

Not a single hair out of place.

Franklin Lakes

Men’s Clothing: Available at Sal Lauretta for Men, Midland Park

Jewelry & Accessories: Provided by Boutique 811, Franklin Lakes

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Jacklin does Happy Hour right.

The birds are chirping; the flowers are blooming; Taylor’s outfit is on point – all the reason to smile.

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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis would surely approve Jacklin’s attire.

Sip and slay, Taylor.

Jacklin is making others green with envy in more ways than one.

These two clean up good.

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Pretty in pink.

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After all, Oscar Wilde did say “'Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.”

Sunny days are ahead.

Taylor turns her poolside look into a chic, lunch-friendly outfit.

Italian American Police Society of New Jersey The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey honored Larry Inserra as their Man of the Year. For more information, visit www.iapsnj.org.

Kim and Gary Manna

Laura and Bob Garrett

Patti and Rich Chamberlain

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Inez and Larry Inserra

Michelle Schulz, Sandra Marcelli, Dora Cavallo

RJ Giannetti, Hannah Kertesz

Pasquelina and Dr. David Bikoff, Anne Prisco, Dr. Thomas and Theresa Bellavia, Laura and Bob Garrett Late Spring 2017

Janet Bosi, Joseph Chiusolo

Kristin and Tom SanFilippo

Ro Sorce, Dr. David and Pasqualina Bikoff, Larry and Inez Inserra

Peggy Winstanley, Pat Sullivan

Bill Coughlin, Helen Cunning, Larry Inserra

Colleen and Mark Sparta

Regina and Michael Saudino

Lori and Greg Iannone

Elaine and Joseph Rutigliano, Janice Mitchell

Linda Spinalli, Maureen Marshall, Joanie Brauer, Linda Regensberg, Cheryl Fittizzi

Products Loved To The Last Drop

By Kristin Favaloro

We’re starting to transition into those hot, steamy days and nights. To get us all ready, I am sharing some great new finds that I love - many of which I use every day.

From an amazing new primer to a gorgeous and affordable eyeshadow palette, you’ll be sure to use these products to their very last drop.

Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs

This product provides flawless cover to your skin covering up all imperfections. It then washes away in the shower.

Available at Target, Paramus.

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Kuumba Egyptian Musk

This is the perfect everyday scent. So much so, that I even use it on my three-year-old daughter. Rumor has it this was Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s favorite.The scent is so light and everyone asks what I am wearing all the time. Available on Amazon.com.

Drunk Elephant Slaai Makeup Melting Butter Cleanser

My newest obsession is cleansing balms, and they should be yours too! I love how this cleansing balm melts away every trace of my makeup and gets my skin ready to be cleansed. The whole line by Drunk Elephant is a favorite clean beauty line of mine. Available at Sephora, Riverside Square Mall, Hackensack.

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Allyson Rubino Cosmetics Highlighter in Luda This gorgeous highlight is perfect for face and body. It has an amazing light vanilla fragrance and it doesn’t sit in fine lines. Available at Changing Heads Salon, Northvale.

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This is a great product by an actual farmer in Washington who believes in the philosophy of “seed to bottle.” I love how soothing and moisturizing this oil is and that the moisture lasts. Available at The Gathering Shops, Garden State Plaza, Paramus.

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e.l.f. The New Classics Eyeshadow Palette

Dr. Roebucks Collagen Boosting Eye Treatment

Dr. Roebucks is a clean brand from Australia that I discovered this month.

I love the thick texture, and it leaves me so hydrated, awake and less puffy.

Available at Sephora, Paramus.

Elysian Continuum Finishing Treatment

This product is a “filter in a bottle.” It is my new Holy Grail primer. Infused with powerful complexion-enhancing active ingredients, it literally blurs my imperfections and works well with all of my other skincare and makeup I use on a daily basis. My skin is still flawless at the end of the day when I go to wash my face. Available at The Gathering Shops, Garden State Plaza, Paramus.

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This is an affordable and gorgeous everyday palette. I create so many different looks using this palette.The formula is great and goes on flawlessly.

Available at Harmon Discount, Closter.

M-61 Brilliant Cleanse

This cleanser is formulated with an anti-aging blend of four alpha beta hydroxy acids to smooth and brighten dull skin.

I really love using products with acids in the ingredients because they really give me that gorgeous glowing skin. Available at Blue Mercury, Closter.

Kristin Favaloro is a Jersey girl with a serious makeup and skincare obsession. Follow her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pg/ beautyandtheburbsnj or visit her blog at www.beautyandtheburbsnj.com to discover all that Bergen County has to make a beautiful you. Have a product you’d like Kristin to check out? Email her directly at beautyandtheburbs201@ gmail.com.

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By Michelle DeSantis

t’s officially spring and that means it’s time to get rid of that dull winter look and spice it up for the warmer months.

Get rid of that dark hair and get some highlights, a tan and a new set of lashes. The transition from winter to spring is the best season change. All the snow starts to melt, the sun is shining longer and you finally get to drive with the windows open. It’s the only time of year that will make you want to wear shorts when it’s 60-degree outside. It’s time to look as good as you feel so here are my go-to beauty spots that help me spring into spring.

Muah Makeup and Lashes 180 Westwood Ave., Westwood

Muah Makeup’s philosophy is simple. Provide honest and affordable makeup services to the everyday woman. At the Muah Makeup & Lash Bar, you can count on expert makeup advice and custom makeup applications to enhance your beauty.Their goal is to have you walk away always feeling like the best version of yourself. Springtime means weddings, graduations and events that you want to look your best at. Don’t worry about learning to do your makeup – get it done by the professionals! (P.S. Their mink lashes are to die for.) Make an appointment online at www.muahmakeup.com/book.

ALT Beauty by Alexa Rae 15 Sheridan Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus

It’s time to get rid of that dull winter hair. Every transition into spring, I get a fresh cut and highlights to get rid of all the damage the winter left on my head.Winter makes the ends of my hair dry and brittle. Regular trims will keep your hair in good condition and reduce the chance of split ends.Alexa, owner of ALT by Alexa, has the best products to freshen up your hair. She has joined forces with Bergen County’s best colorist, Eric Alt and opened up her own salon. Alexa Rae offers a wide range of hair and makeup services from simple blowouts, color, cut and makeup. She also offers a full bridal and special occasion services in her salon or on location. Alexa gets busy, so make you appointment quick by calling (201) 713-6938.

Besa Bella Bronze Mobile

My skin hasn’t seen the sun in about 7 months, which means I’m basically fluorescent. As I get older, I take my health/skin into consideration. I don’t like to lather myself up in oil and lay out in the sun for hours like I used to. I’d rather get a perfectly healthy spray tan. Besa Bella Bronze is a mobile tanning service that comes straight to your home. In just minutes, you will have that vacation glow you need for the start of spring. Besa is a certified airbrush technician that will have you glowing in the comfort of your own home. She comes fully equipped with a tanning tent that allows for a mess free experience.

To book Besa Bella Bronze, email Besa@besabellabronze.com.

Dr. Park Avenue

846 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes My skin needs extra TLC after this cold, dry winter in New Jersey.

Dr. Park Avenue has an amazing esthetician, Monika also known as The Skin Transformer, that knows exactly what your winter skin needs to glow. Monika is a holistic aesthetician, Reiki master and certified medical aesthetic specialist with over 13 years of experience as an aesthetician.

During the course of her career, she has had the pleasure of being mentored by internationally renowned facial plastic surgeons and cosmetic dermatologists from New Jersey, New York City and California. Some of the services they offer to help with that spring glow are a super hydrating mask,Vitamin c exfoliation mask and a deep cleaning facial. Email drparkavefl@gmail.com to book your appointment.

Michelle DeSantis is a Bergen County girl who lives, breathes, eats and sleeps Bergen County.

Founder of the blog, The Bergen Skinny, Michelle is determined to find the best food, fitness, fashion and entrepreneurs in the area. Check her out at www.thebergenskinny.com.

THE SPORTS DOCTOR

Ankle Replacement Rapidly On The Rise

By Dr. Ralph Napoli DPM

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rthritic hips and knees are replaced commonly, but did you know that arthritic ankles could also be replaced? Due to significant advancements in ankle implant design over the past 30 years and multiple recent orthopedic studies showing good to excellent long-term results ankle replacement surgery is becoming more and more popular.

Ankle joint replacement more than doubled last year.

Total ankle replacement surgery, also called ankle arthroplasty, involves replacing a damaged joint with an artificial one. The goal of total ankle replacement is to provide pain relief while maintaining motion and improving function.

In the past, most patients with severe ankle arthritis underwent joint fusion, which alleviated pain but created a stiff ankle thus eliminating motion and decreasing function. The treatment of choice is rapidly changing and foot and ankle surgeons believe they will be doing less fusions and more joint replacements to maintain motion and improve function.

Total ankle arthroplasty is considered for those patients that are experiencing chronic ankle pain and have failed extensive conservative treatments, such as NSAIDs, physical therapy, injections and bracing. Arthritis and history of previous injury are the most common causes of chronic ankle pain. Patients are typically in their 40s through 60s, although older individuals in their 70 and 80s that are active and relatively healthy may also be candidates.

Not everyone, however, is a candidate for an ankle replacement. For example, people with poor circulation, diabetics with loss of sensation (peripheral neuropathy) or a history of previous infections – to name a few – should not undergo this procedure. Ankle fusion is still a commonly performed and successful procedure in those patients that do not meet strict criteria for total ankle arthroplasty.

Dr. Ralph C. Napoli is a diplomate with the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgeons; the chief of Foot and Ankle Service at Active Orthopedics & Sports Medicine; and the director of Foot and Ankle Fellowship at Active Orthopedics & Sports Medicine.

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Like hip and knee replacements, complications may occur. Joint replacements may wear down or loosen over time leading to possible infection, pain or other problems even years after the initial surgery. Although most patients do well following total ankle arthroplasty, it is not without risk. Additional surgery is sometimes necessary. Ankle joint replacements typically last 10-15 years. That will improve as advancements in implant technology and design rapidly move forward.

With the growing number of orthopedic and podiatric surgeons now being trained to perform this procedure, better implant design and the ability to improve the functions of daily living, total ankle replacement is rapidly becoming the procedure of choice for painfully arthritic ankles.

The key to successful total ankle arthroplasty is adhering to strict protocols in choosing the right candidate. If you are experiencing chronic ankle pain and have failed conservative treatments and you believe you may be a candidate for total ankle joint arthroplasty, you should consult with a board certified foot and ankle surgeon trained and experienced in performing this procedure.

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B.C. Takes D.C. Trying Out the New Marriott Bonvoy Program in the Nation’s Capital

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By Brandon Goldstein

fter just a short train ride departing Newark Penn Station, we pulled into Union Station, in the heart of Washington, D.C. on a brisk spring day earlier this year. Once you step foot outside the station, you can already feel the immense power of this city, the Capitol Building looming in the distance.

D.C. in April is beautiful. The cherry blossoms are in full bloom and it brings an already bustling city to life – complete with festivals and tourists (like me) trying out best to capture the cherry blossoms in the foreground with some of our beautiful national monuments behind.

Though you may have thought there’s an endless amount of activities already in D.C., we were ready to see what the newly rolled out Marriott Bonvoy program had in store for us. The program, which combines Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlon Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest is Marriott Internationals’ latest roll out that consolidates their brand’s membership reward programs into one. This will allow for its 120 million member strong program to enjoy over 120,000 experiences in 1,000 destinations across the world, with events such as desert treks on camelback in Morocco or hiking into glacial Patagonia.

Lucky for us, though, D.C. has neither camels nor glaciers. Instead, our Marriott Bonvoy Moment was taking us center court: at the Eastern NCAA Elite 8 game featuring a matchup between Duke and Michigan State. With Marriott Bonvoy’s exclusive partnership with the NCAA, program members gain unrivaled access to games and the experiences surrounding them.

After a quick Uber ride from Union Station, we checked into JW Marriott. Just a block from the White House and with incredible views of the Washington Monument, its location seemed ideal for just about everything, whether it was walking the National Mall or taking a quick trip to Georgetown.

After checking in and freshening up, it was time to get ready for the big game.

After a quick walk to Marriott Marquis, a beautiful all-glass building in downtown D.C., we were warmly greeted by memBC The Mag LATE SPRING 2019 95

bers of the Marriott International team, who were hosting a small cocktail reception before we’d depart for Capital One Arena for the game.

After an intense game – where the Michigan State Spartans upset the Duke Blue Devils – which we were watching while on our feet in awe for most of the second half, a strong drink was in high demand. We walked through the lobby of the Marriott Marquis and found ourselves at The Dignitary, an aptly named whiskey bar where the D.C. social and political circles typically collect to wind down over a glass of barrel aged whisky – of which The Dignitary proudly serves under their own label in partnership with many well known brands, such as Knob Creek.

The vibe is upscale and perfectly suited for its purpose: the place to relax after a long day, easing into a plush leather armchair or couch with a uniquely crafted cocktail in hand. Small bites, such as flatbreads and crab toast, compliment the cocktails perfectly.

After our fair share of whisky, including helping ourselves to a Macallan flight with samples of mainstays, such as The Macallan 12, and more rare labels, such as Rare Cask, we were ready for a quick walk back to the JW to retire for the night. Not before, of course, checking out the lobby bar, 1331 Lounge, which even at 11 p.m. on a Sunday was still bustling with patrons.

The next morning, after a quick breakfast at Avenue at the JW, we were on our way to explore D.C. Our first attempt was to get a glimpse at the White House. With security so tight, however, it’s almost impossible to get close enough to even get a view of the South Lawn that leads up to the Oval Office. If you walk further north, however, you can get a better glimpse of the front facade of our nation’s most famous mansion.

After catching a glimpse, we headed towards the National Mall, taking in the blooming cherry blossoms on our way. D.C. is a truly beautiful city, where well thought out architecture and large public spaces abound.

The National Mall, lined with museum after museum, is a must walk.

Spanning from the Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial, it’s a 2.5-mile walk. Stopping at the museums along the way is a great way of taking breaks, though!

After a long day of walking the D.C. streets and museums, we were ready for happy hour. We had heard about an “sound aging” bar program at The Ritz Carlton, whereby they use sound waves to create the same flavor profiles and effects of aging whisky in barrels for 1296 BC The Mag LATE SPRING 2019

plus years – albeit this process only takes 20-25 minutes. It was hard to wrap our heads around, but we needed to taste for ourselves.

The Quadrant, the bar within the Ritz-Carlton, is a place worthy of an Esquire photo shoot. In the middle of the room sits a fullsized gun safe, whereby The Quadrant keeps their most highly touted and rare whiskies. If you’re ordering from the reserve list, Lead Mixologist Chris Mendenhall personally escorts you to “The Vault” in which lies whiskies that will set you back anywhere from $250-$5,000 a glass.

Did you know that there are 87 steps in number from the Reflecting Pool to Abraham Lincoln’s statue inside the Lincoln Memorial? e number 87 is for ‘four scores’ and ‘7’ as per what Abraham Lincoln said in his famous Gettysburg Address.

Though rare whiskies are one of my favorite pastimes, we are here for a different purpose: the mad science of Mendenhall. While we are of the opinion that “mixology” has really become a trendy way of upper the price of your typical cocktail, the team at the Quadrant, heralded by GM Oliver Kiraly and Mendenhall, take the craft seriously. In just speaking briefly about cocktails, you immediately begin to appreciate the pour just a bit more.

Sound Aging was a process we couldn’t wrap our heads around.

First off, it seemed to upset an industry where you’re often purchasing whisky at a price based upon how long it was aged. Secondly, could 25 minutes replace 18 years? Apparently, time flies when you use sound waves.

We were taken back to the kitchen to see the machine. Not much larger than a microwave, a door opens whereby you place the liquid in a large beaker – memories of high school science flashing back to me. You close the door, set the timing and the frequency of the sound waves, which is where the “mad science” comes in, and you give the sound time to penetrate the liquid and produce the chemical reactions that change the composition and the flavor of the whisky.

The Quadrant team admits it’s a lot of experimenting before it was drinkable.

After checking out the equipment, we sat down for a walkthrough of the results. Although our memory may be a bit blurred now, the Quadrant’s knowledgeable staff talked us through the testing, whereby we would try a whisky before the sound aging process and after. It’s worth noting that all of these whiskies are readily available at almost any liquor store throughout the country. The Sound Aging process, however, is exclusive to the Quadrant, and makes it a destination in and of itself.

There was no doubt, without giving away their discretionary secrets, the process works incredibly well, transforming brands across the spectrum of “whisky” into smoother versions of themselves. It was miraculous and actually hard to believe, but as they say, the proof was in the pouring.

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as it was with the whiskey. We were happy to be the guinea pigs, though. Albeit, drunk ones.

With our stomachs empty and enjoying a nice buzz, we walked down the street to a restaurant called Grillfish, aptly known for their wide variety of seafood, which in D.C. and it’s surrounding area is kind of a big deal.

We started with luscious crab cakes, which were spectacular. You can’t go to D.C. and not have crab cakes, and these were some of the best we’d tasted. After, we indulged on fresh seafood with a plethora of sides – all in all, a solid local meal.

While it’s not your typical vacation destination, D.C. is a place everyone must go. With so many national and local treasures, it’s now an incredible place to not only indulge yourself in our country’s history, but also enjoy a stay at worldclass hotels and eat and drink your way through incredible restaurants while doing so. Only a short train ride away, you really have no excuse not to plan a visit.

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Planning A Trip to Washington, D.C.?

Here’s What You Need To Know

By Jessica LaPlaca-Bruno

Travel

If you are driving, prepared to hit traffic. The further south you go, the more traffic you will hit. Regardless of the time of day, there seems to be traffic at any hour as you travel through Baltimore, Md. and into Washington, D.C. Rest stops along the highway further south seem to get cleaner and cleaner as you go; there are an assortment of fast food places, but also a section called Market Place that has fresh salads, sandwiches and an assortment of lighter food choices.

On a whole, if you are traveling from Bergen County, plan on at least 4-6 hours of driving depending on traffic. Remember that once you leave New Jersey, you need to pump your own gas, and the prices for gas are about 5-15 cents more the further south you go.

The train will be about 2.5 hours, but it leaves from Newark Penn Station. About a 25-minute Uber ride and you’re there.

Communication Services and Cellular

On the ride there, you will pass through industrial areas and rural areas, cell services is consistent along the way. Once in Washington, D.C, the cell service is fine, except around the White House, the Washington Memorial and the surrounding fields. I asked a security guard and he explained that by the White House, there is a field zone of protection and by the Washington Memorial and fields, there is service but about one to two bars of cellular.

Sightseeing and Tours

All memorials, parks and museums are free of charge to enter.

There are donation boxes available, if you choose to do so.

Be prepared to walk; make sure you wear comfortable shoes that

are supportive and breathable. Layer in clothing that you can remove if you become warm from walking. I would also recommend sunscreen and packing a bottle of water. A crossbody or some sort of backpack is the smartest thing to do. Since you will be on your feet for a long time, I wouldn’t recommend carrying a purse.

There are many walking maps to follow, and are available online or at your hotel. Just stop by the concierge station and pick one up. If you plan on walking, be prepared to walk anywhere between 7-10 miles, depending on what you plan to see. If you are going to the White House and planning on following the route from there to see the Washington Memorial, Reflection Lake, War Memorials and Lincoln Memorial, that is about a 3-mile walk from start to finish.

Scooters are available for rent, which work like Citi Bikes in New York City – you pick them up at a station and can use them to go about the city then drop them off at station or simply leave them in one of the designated parking areas. They are allowed on sidewalks and no helmet is required; however, you need to be 16 or older to use one.

Guided tours are also available; you can find an assortment online and most provide a scooter, a Segway or a bus for transportation to each destination for viewing. If you choose to go with a guided tour with a scooter or Segway, you will be required to wear a helmet.

Walkways and paths are clean, flat and well maintained for strollers and wagons if you choose to pull a child along or are disabled and walk with a cane or use a wheelchair. Sidewalks are very wide to accommodate a large amount of people and the use of strollers or wheelchairs. Intersections have ramps for you to use and the crosswalks allow for a full minute to be able to cross.

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Museums and Memorials

Washington, D.C. has museums, memorials and tours available for any culture, race or part of history you are interested in seeing.

There are memorials for wars fought; military servicemen and women; our Founding Fathers, such as the Lincoln Memorial; and an assortment of museums for history of the United States, including an archive of historical documents which display the Constitution of the United States, handwritten orders from George Washington and many other fascinating documents that had direct impact on the outcome of how our country was founded.

There are many cultural museums including American Indian History, African American History, American University and German American Heritage Museums, to name a few.

If you are interested in seeing history in the form of artwork, visit the National Gallery of Art Museum. It focuses on Western Art from the Middle Ages to present day.

Respect

As you go about and enjoy Washington, D.C., please remember this is a place of respect and should be observed. As you visit memorials you will see veterans, soldiers and many other people.

Some will be joyful and some will be somber. Please respect the rules of the memorials so you can too pay your respects and have a better understanding of the history of our country.

In general, no dogs, food or beverage or music playing on a speaker is allowed in any memorial or museum. This includes any

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portable video device your child maybe watching; it will need to be put on mute or your child needs to wear headphones. Strollers are allowed and children are can walk and touch anything they wish that is not roped off. You are allowed to take pictures and videos anywhere you choose.

Food Options

You will find many water/beverage stations. There are some concession stands as well as light café’s to stop in for a bite to eat at the museums. What seems to be the choice of most tourists and locals is the food trucks along the way. You can get everything from cheesesteaks to pizza to Thai food. There are plenty of kidfriendly choices as well, such as macaroni and cheese, hot dogs, chicken fingers, etc. With the openness of the tourist area, you will easily find a bench, park or field to sit down in and eat your lunch.

There are also a variety of restaurants, diners and bars to choose from on the side streets outside of the main museum area.

Day Trip

If you can, take a day trip to Great Falls National Park, located in McLean, Va. There are stunning waterfalls to see, with multiple viewpoints. All are on wide, paved and gravel walkways. There are also ramps for wheelchair or stroller use. A visitor center offers bathrooms and a café. Picnic areas are located along the walking path. It is a great place to relax for the day and see a spectacular site. The park is free to visit; a fee for $15 per vehicle to park is your only charge.

Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge, Inc. What makes

different from other shelters?

Perhaps the best way to explain what sets RBARI apart, and the power of what your support can do, is Everley. Her story illustrates on so many levels who RBARI is and why local donations truly matter.

Everley was pregnant, starving, sick and in pain because of a wound callously closed with a common household stapler, done without benefit of medication. Everley’s outlook was grim. The likely goal: to sell her just-born puppies for profit, and once Everley’s overflowing milk supply finally stopped, she would be forced to breed again.

But Everley did something her owners didn’t anticipate or appreciate – she got sick. Her illness is what actually saved her life and the lives of her babies. No longer an income source for her owners, RBARI rescued Everley and her seven puppies, giving them the medical attention and love they so deserved but had never received. Poor Everley was desperate to care for her babies, but her body was failing.

After multiple tests, round-the-clock care and blood transfusions, it was discovered that Everley and her babies had babesia, a disease caused by blood parasites common among inner-city dogs bred for fighting.

Despite the many hardships she endured, Everley was a committed mom, transforming her tiny helpless pups into chubby, carefree puppies. Today, Everley and her puppies have all been adopted into a wonderful, loving home. She has learned that she will never again be alone or afraid. Everley can sleep peacefully knowing that RBARI is on her side.

Everley’s plight is just one of the countless rescue stories that exemplify RBARI’s leadership in outstanding medical care and un-

matched devotion to abused and abandoned companion animals. The cost of this rescue was out of the ordinary due to the specialized medical care needed for all eight family members in addition to the standard medical care required for adoption. RBARI remained committed to the relief of Everley’s suffering, turning to its community of compassionate and generous supporters to help save this family.

Recently, it was learned that Everley’s case has been the catalyst for an investigation into the very dog fighting ring she came from.This brave and dedicated mamma not only saved the lives of her puppies, she’s continuing to help by ensuring no other dog suffers the unspeakable cruelty and abuse she was once forced to endure.

A 501(c)(3) charity, RBARI does not receive any federal, state or local funding, which means its lifesaving work along with community outreach programs, such as Paws In Hand for special needs children, would simply not be possible without community support. As the leading no-kill animal rescue and shelter in northern New Jersey, RBARI is steadfast in its commitment to save animal lives. With local support, RBARI can undertake more remarkable rescues, like Everley’s. By making a donation on behalf Everley and the many other beautiful animals like her, you ensure RBARI continues its invaluable work.

Help RBARI fight against animal cruelty and for animal rescue.

With gratitude,

Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge www.rbari.org

Hackensack University Medical Center Hackensack University Medical Center held their annual Physicians Recognition Brunch on Doctor’s Day. For more information, visit www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org.

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Emmanuel Cancer Foundation The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation held their annual charity bash at The Brick House in Wyckoff. For more information, visit www.emmanuelcancer.org.

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By Richard Posluszny

e are living in an all-new age with the latest and greatest sports cars. As hybrid and electric vehicles have become more mainstream, the same technology is filtering into other categories of autos.

Simply put, it’s not just your Tesla Model 3 or Toyota Prius that’s powered by batteries. Today’s exotica also benefit from the added juice. There’s just one problem: they can cost upwards of seven figures.

One of the first vehicles to change that was the BMW i8.

Featuring similar technology akin to those hypercars that require writing checks with a lot of zeros, it’s considered a bar-

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gain in comparison. Provided you have at least $147,500 to spare. There’s a catch, however. Years ago BMW showed off a concept of the i8 sans roof. And, frankly, ever since then people have been chomping at the bit to get that variant. A coupe is nice but there’s nothing quite like having the wind in your hair.

Well, BMW finally delivered.

When I saw it for the first time I was surprised at how BMW managed to keep its design largely the same. When most automakers chop the top off of a vehicle it becomes a bit ungainly and the bulky tops never look quite right when implemented. That’s far from the case with the i8. It’s a natural

fit – so much so that I wager most folks will only realize it’s the roadster variant when it’s parked and the soft top is in use.

When the cloth roof is stowed away, there’s two distinct humps behind the passenger compartment – one behind each seat – that essentially serve as buttresses. Neatly integrated into these elements are the air channels that funnel air past the vehicle for aerodynamic purposes. These are critical design elements that are now the i8’s calling card.

What’s disappointing though is how BMW decided to style the i8 Roadster’s rear deck lid. Or, should I say, lack of design.

For whatever reason BMW’s designers just painted the deck black and, for cooling purposes, applied some venting that flank the wide expanse of nothingness. For bragging purposes there’s some branding that reads “Roadster” to let folks behind you know what’s up. This entire element just seems uninspired and rather lame.

Getting into the i8 Roadster is similar to the coupe. That part hasn’t changed one bit. The doors open to the sky and

then you have to twist while stepping over the tall doorsill and slide into the low-slung driver’s seat. Expect to practice this several times before nailing it down in one fluid motion.

And once you’re inside you’re treated to a nicely outfitted cabin. My test vehicle was equipped with a black and orange interior. The leather seats make use of cloth for the upper bolsters as well as for trimming, which makes for an interesting touch. Personally, I like it but I wouldn’t be surprised if some folks are perplexed as to why there’s cloth in a vehicle of this price point. As I experienced with my previous ride in an i8, the steering wheel’s leather isn’t exactly best in breed, an oversight in a vehicle of this ilk. Aside from that, the infotainment system is exactly what you’d find in just about every other BMW vehicle these days. To me, iDrive is simple to use if you prefer menu-based systems. At the touch of a button, the fully power soft-top is stored away in less than 16 seconds.

Now, you’re ready to drive.

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engine and aided through the use of batteries, the total system’s output is 369 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque.

Mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, this equates to a zero to 60 time of about 4.4 seconds.

Although many reviewers will complain this simply isn’t fast enough for the price, I will point out several things. What other vehicle can you buy at this price point that has the style, ability to go roofless and earns mpg in the low 30s (real-world driving conditions)? There’s a reason why the i8 coupe is the highest-selling sports car.

Pushing the gear shifter to the left, so you can control gear changes yourself, and engaging up Sport mode is where you want to be. Getting aggressive on country roads, the i8 still impresses. It has plenty of grip thanks to its all-wheel drive setup and the car feels as though it’s been hewn from a solid hunk of metal. You can thank its carbon fiber construction for that. Unlike most exotic convertibles that don’t feel quite solid, the i8 feels virtually identical to the coupe.

The only drop tops that feel this close to its slick-top siblings are those from McLaren. That’s because they too also benefit from carbon fiber construction. Typically, there is a penalty for this though: harsh ride quality.

In the i8, however, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In my daily commute to and from my Manhattan of-

fice, the i8 was astoundingly comfortable. Bumps and road imperfections are absorbed through the chassis in a way that makes you wonder why some of BMW’s sport sedans aren’t as finely tuned.

It isn’t perfect though. The biggest let down with the i8 Roadster is its steering. This isn’t a huge surprise given that most high-performance vehicles lack road feel these days. It just would make this vehicle that much more appealing if it benefitted from a hydraulic steering rack.

Also, points are deducted for its hybrid powertrain.

Sure, it does boost your mpgs from what a vehicle with this kind of power would achieve but, conversely, it only nets around 15-18 miles of pure electric driving on a full charge. The rest of your time you’re going back and forth using the gasoline-fed motor and the batteries.

Keeping this in mind, it’s a vehicle that sets out from the start as a compromise and, frankly, I am not OK with that.

From my point of view, BMW should have just fully committed to building an all-out electric vehicle or produced a conventional high-performance vehicle that would have paid homage to the M1 the i8 takes plenty of creative license from.

Although the i8 Roadster may not get this car snob’s vote, one thing is certain: It will capture the attention of many people looking to dip their toes into the future while having the luxury of limitless headroom.

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Holy Name Medical Center MS Center The Holy Name Medical Center MS Center held their annual Spring Fling Fashion Show.

For more information, visit www.holyname.org.

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Susan Zurndorfer, Inez Inserra

Lori Rubino, Joe Sanzari

Marcello, Teri Capparelli, Chris Cimini

Joe and Donna Heyer, Pat Sullivan, Teri Capparelli, Larry and Marie Inserra, Frank Siclari

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Linda Cennerazzo, Erica West

Annie Abramson, Lou Cosentino

Joe Coccaro, Dr. Mary Ann Picone, Andrew Rametta

Karen Mastriano, Holly Schepisi, Larry Inserra

The DiBlasio Family

Sharon Goldstein, Ro Sorce

Lisa Futterman, Larry and Inez Inserra

Joanne and Hubie Clarke, Lori Rubino, Joe Sanzari, Jennifer and Ryan Berkoff, John Salemme

Phyllis Russo, Lucia Palestroni, Carolyn Battaglia, Anne Shearn, Mary DeGaeta

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Terrell Day, Stephanie Gibbens

Michele Dertouzos, Kim Bultman

Carrie Shafer, Tim and Pam Banta

Nick, Harry and Amy Melber

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Anthony and Sara O’Connor

John and Kristine Grieco, Amy and Kirk Labanowski

Betsey Sancetta, Jeanette O’Connor

Margaret, Michael and Angelina Kourgelis, Thana Sermsuwan, Johnathan Kourgelis

Late Spring 2017

Michelle Russo, Lia Dignan

Brian Brandle, Jeanette O’Connor

Tom and Marissa Nolfi

Doug Grasser, Danielle Tangel, Matthew Milich, Donna Batist

Brian and Mary Brandle

Carol and John Pontes

Heather and Tim Connor

Dave and Jen Wardrope, Jamie Barry, TJ Conroy

Lynne Allan, Natalie Johnsen, Taylor, Ally and Cole Englishman

AL DENTE DIVA

Al Dente Diva’s

Picnic Pickings Every year when the seasons change and spring is in full swing, I’m reminded again of how beautiful the state of New Jersey is.

It’s nice to get outdoors and enjoy the long-awaited warm weather and greenery. What better way to do that then with a good old-fashioned picnic? Here are some great portable food ideas that you might consider when planning. So, find your favorite spot, grab a nice big blanket and let’s get to packing those picnic baskets.

Mini Quiche

If your picnic falls under the brunch food timeline, mini quiche is a great, versatile way to go. Press a square of Pillsbury® Crescent Rolls down into a muffin tin. Add your favorite fillings (I used spinach and bacon). Beat eggs; pour into the muffin tins; and season with salt and pepper. Top with cheese and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.

Ham and Cheese Roll Ups

These are great spin on the traditional ham and cheese sandwich. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese down on a large flour tortilla. Place sliced ham and cheese down on top. Jelly roll and slice into 1.5-inch pieces. Secure with a toothpick, if desired. Feel free to change the filling up and add any meat or cheese from your favorite local deli.

Tortellini Salad

My mother has been making this for over 30 years and it’s a staple at every family outing. Cook 1 lb. of tricolor spiral pasta and 1 lb. of cheese tortellini (rinse under cold water to stop the cooking). Chop 1 bell pepper and 1 cup of red onion. Add 1 jar of pitted Kalamata olives and mix everything together in a big bowl. Add feta cheese crumbles and sprinkle with oregano. Pour a 16 oz. bottle of Italian dressing over the pasta mixture. Chill overnight before serving. This side would be perfectly paired with the sandwich roll ups.

Melon and Prosciutto Bites

Pretty to look at, easy to make and delicious to eat!

These little bites are prefect for on-the-go. Simply place one piece of melon, one piece of prosciutto and one small ball of fresh mozzarella into a thick toothpick.

Tips:

• Frozen water bottles are a great way to keep

your food cold while transporting. When they melt, you have a nice told drink, too!

• Don’t forget a garbage bag. Depending on your location, there may not be a place to throw your trash away. Bring your own bag just in case to make sure you keep our beautiful state clean.

• Go disposable! Take along disposable plates, utensils and cups. Rinsing off your cutlery may not be a feasible option depending on your picnic location.

Tara Ippolito-Lafontant is a long-time Bergen County resident and local foodie.

This stay-at-home mom is the creator of Al Dente Diva, a page where she shares recipes, entertaining tips and cooking hacks with her followers. Visit her on Instagram (@AlDenteDiva) for a peek into her everyday culinary adventures.

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EATS

Baking Company Bids Farewell To

FOMO,

Or Fear Of Missing Out

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By Natalie Zisa

hen bringing a dessert over a friend’s house, ordering a cake for a celebration or bringing in snacks to a school party, the reality is you have to be really careful because you don’t know who may have what allergies.

Sisters Lauren Gershengorn and Brittany Baker struggled with this when seven years ago they each discovered they had food allergies. Brittany was diagnosed with celiac, which meant she needed to follow a strict gluten-free diet, and Lauren was diagnosed with Eosinophilic Esophagitis, also known as EOE, which meant she could no longer eat eggs.

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“There's a statistic that says something like 2 percent of adults have food allergies, but 7 or 8 percent of kids do. ...Obviously it's a business and we want it [FOMO Baking Co.] to do well, but there’s also something that feels really good knowing that you're helping kids have a normal childhood.”

– Co-Founder Brittany Baker

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As restaurants and bakeries started to accommodate certain food allergies, Brittany was able to find gluten-free options and Lauren found vegan alternatives, but the chances they would ever be able to eat the same thing were slim. For the past seven years, the two had gotten used to cooking for themselves, but still ran into the dilemma at family and friends’ parties.

Ultimately, there wasn’t one dessert that could accommodate everyone.

They wondered: why couldn’t you purchase something that was allergy-free and still tasted good?

Lauren and Brittany have been asking this question since the day they got diagnosed, and they finally decided they wanted to be the ones to answer it. In April 2018, while Lauren was retired from the practice of law and Brittany decided not to return to work after the birth of her first child, it seemed like it was now or never.

“It was kind of the perfect opportunity

to take a chance on something we’ve been talking about for years; to actually make it happen or stop talking about it,” said Lauren.

“We asked, ‘What’s the basic? What’s something that everybody loves?’” added Brittany.

The conclusion was a warm chocolate chip cookie. The original thought was to go the vegan and gluten-free route, but once they noticed that it wasn’t going to be difficult to eliminate other top allergens, they took that on as their mission. Both their cookies and their facility, the sisters decided, would be gluten-, egg-, dairy-, nutand soy-free.

“We don’t have any formal training, but we’ve spent the past year recipe tasting, making dozens of versions of cookies.

We’ve tweaked each ingredient one by one and figured out how best to replace the traditional items you bake with,” explained Brittany.

The goal, naturally, is for it to not just

appeal to those with the allergies, but to everyone.

They currently have six different flavors: sugar, snickerdoodle, chocolate chip, double chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin and oatmeal chocolate chip.

“Our thought with our product is that not only is it allergy-free, but you wouldn’t know the difference,” Lauren emphasized.

She joked that every day during the spring when she would pick up her kids from school, her friends would be waiting in the car line ready to taste test the next batch of cookies. In fact, they relied on the reviews of their friends and family because they wouldn’t risk giving it to someone with the actual allergy for fear of crosscontamination. But that doesn’t mean there haven’t been bad batches.

“In the beginning, especially when we were trying to figure out what flour substitutes we wanted to use, there were some that were just awful. We gave them to people and they said, ‘Please don’t ever give

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that out again,’” confessed Brittany.

Though Lauren and Brittany began looking for spaces about a year ago, they didn’t sign a lease until November. It was difficult to find the perfect location, but not because they don’t exist. Instead, they had been turned down multiple times.

“We would show up and talk to the landlords or the brokers and they would look at us and say, ‘Maybe your dad should come.’

It was actually shocking in this day and age,” expressed Lauren. “We would say we have a startup and they would say, ‘Oh, I’m sorry.’ They had no faith in us.”

When they think about those missed opportunities, they know they’re better off.

They actually ended up in the exact space that they envisioned for themselves. They got lucky with a location on Chestnut Street in Ridgewood that they had been eyeballing for a while, and they’re grateful to have a landlord that supports them. It was also important that they have a space where they

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can build a kitchen from scratch.

“Cross-contamination is too much of an issue,” explained Brittany. “There’s a statistic that says something like 2 percent of adults have food allergies, but 7 or 8 percent of kids do. There’s been this huge rise and so many families are affected by it. It’s not just the kids eating that way; it has to be the entire family,” she continued. “A lot of companies don’t disclose what else is made in the facility, where their ingredients come from and for people with a serious allergy, that’s terrifying.”

Due to the rise in such allergies, there’s been a great deal of discussion regarding the potential causes. On one hand, people believe it may be because of an increase in awareness, but on the other, there’s research that supports there are environmental and lifestyle differences that have occurred in recent years. Unfortunately, the short answer is, nobody knows for sure.

For this very reason, Lauren and Brittany

want to be 100 percent transparent with their customers.

“We know how serious these allergies are and we want our customers to make educated decisions. Everybody has different versions of the allergy and we want to disclose to them what goes on in our facility and what goes on with our suppliers,” said Lauren.

While they can declare that their cookies are free of the eight major allergies, they’re currently unable to declare if they’re sesame-free. Sesame isn’t classified as a major allergy, so it’s not required by law to be clearly labeled on food packages. However, people are lobbying for it to be listed as the ninth major allergen. Brittany recalled a woman who has already inquired about the use of sesame in their products, so each time they get a response from their suppliers, they’re quick to relay her the message.

“Safety is first for us. We want people to love them, but we want people to feel com-

fortable,” added Brittany.

They don’t intend on carrying a daily inventory of their cookies. They don’t consider themselves retail or wholesale; instead they say they’re direct to consumer.

People will be able to order on their website with the option of picking it up or having it shipped. They want to completely work against the stigma that allergy-free has to taste like cardboard, which is why they want everything to be fresh and made to order. They intend on having orders nationwide because they believe they’re providing a need that hasn’t been met elsewhere.

The concept behind their brand in general is to dispel the misconception that having a food allergy is boring or a burden. Their company name, FOMO Baking Co., could not be more aligned with their vision, though it didn’t necessarily come easy to them. After multiple attempts, it was a phone call between Lauren, Brittany and Brittany’s husband that resulted in Lauren suggesting a Google search of “things millennials say.”

She called out acronyms like “LOL” (laughing out loud) and “OMG” (oh my God) before she landed on “FOMO” (fear of missing out). It didn’t take long for them to realize how well that actually reflected their story. They no longer wanted to feel left out from delicious desserts or celebrations, and they were excited by the idea that a new generation of kids didn’t have to either.

FOMO Baking Co. has already received messages through their Facebook page where parents of children with allergies have written encouraging notes. Brittany recalled one instance in which a mother wrote that her 3-year-old has never had a cookie before and she almost started to cry when she saw their launch. Aside from their own experiences, it’s those messages and comments that remind Lauren and Brittany of their purpose.

“Obviously it’s a business and we want it to do well, but there’s also something that feels really good knowing that you’re helping kids have a normal childhood,” said Brittany.

They also intend to partner and be involved with organizations such as Beyond Celiac and pediatric allergy foundations.

“It’s important for us to give back and connect with the people that are affected by the things that affect us,” said Lauren.

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Coffee & Cornbread Co.

Allendale Bar & Grill

Biddy O’Malley’s Irish Bistro and Bar

Café Amici Wyckoff (BYOB)

The Cornerstone

Allendale Eats

Café Amici Ho-Ho-Kus (BYOB)

Crow’s Nest

Big Papa Smokem

Alt Eats Cafe

Café Angelique 1 Piermont Rd., Tenafly 201-541-1010

Cubby’s BBQ Restaurant

Bonefish Grill

Café Matisse (BYOB)

Davey’s Irish Pub & Restaurant

Bacari Grill

Boom Burger

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East Coast Burger Company

Chakra

Emerson Hotel Restaurant

Center Tavern

Esposito’s Park Café

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100 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Montvale 201-307-1100 Giovanni’s Deli

22-08 Morlot Ave.,Fair Lawn 201-791-1911 Glenn Rock Inn

222 Rock Rd., Glen Rock 201-445-2362 Gross’s La Strada

231 Godwin Ave., Midland Park 201-670-9233 Haven Riverfront Restaurant & Bar

2 Main St., Edgewater 201-943-1900 Hearth and Tap

125 N. Kinderkamack Rd., Montvale 201-307-6300

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1 East Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus 201-445-4115 Houston’s

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44 E. Madison Ave., Cresskill 201-894-0718 Iron Horse

20 Washington Ave., Westwood 201-666-9682 Ivy Inn

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23 Sheridan Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus 201-445-2666 The Kosher Nosh Deli

894 Prospect St., Glen Rock 201-445-1186

Lakeside Grille & Bar

Noah’s Ark (Kosher)

Mahwah Bar & Grill

Oceanos

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Palmer’s Crossing

105 Lakeside Dr., Ramsey 201-327-0009 2 Island Rd., Mahwah 201-529-8056

493 Cedar Lane, Teaneck 201-692-1200 2-27 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn 201-796-0546

219 Ramapo Valley Rd., Mahwah 201-529-2302 Mitchell’s Seafood Market

541 River Rd., Edgewater 201-840-9311 MK Valencia

228 Main St., Ridgefield Park 201-373-0228 Mob Burger

525 Moonachie Ave, Wood-Ridge 201-728-4891 Nostramana Café

51 W. Allendale Ave., Allendale 551-264-9200 Nellie’s Place

9 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick 201-652-8626 Nikki’s Bar & Grill

213 Washington Ave., Little Ferry 201-518-2883

145 Dean Dr., (Clinton Ave.), Clinton Inn Hotel, Tenafly 201-567-4800 Park Wood Delicatessen

342 Erie Ave., Midland Park 201-689-0855 Pearl Restaurant (BYOB)

17 S. Broad St., Ridgewood 201-857-5100 Peppercorns

176 Colony Ave., Park Ridge 201-391-2818 Pizzaiolo By Brothers

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Rotunda

Stony Hill Inn

383 Market St. Bldg. D, Saddle Brooke, 201-843-2426 393 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff 201-485-8793 Railroad Café

170 Union Ave., East Rutherford 201-939-0644 Raymond’s

101 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood 201-445-5125 Reilly’s Rib Cage (BYOB)

49 W. Church St., Bergenfield 201-771-7200 Regina’s Steakhouse and Grill

827 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck 201-862-1996 Restaurant L

9 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale 201-785-1112 Rolling Pin Café

341 Broadway, Westwood 201-666-4660

29 Central Ave., Midland Park 201-445-3335 Garden State Plaza (Rtes. 17 & 4), Paramus 201-843-7693 Ruby Tuesday

Route 4 & 17, Paramus 201-909-0886 Rutherford Pancake House

40 Park Ave., Rutherford 201-340-4171

17 Chestnut St., Ridgewood 201-444-1922

231 Polify Rd. (Rt. 80), Hackensack 201-342-4085 Tommy Fox’s Public House

32 S. Washington Ave., Bergenfield 201-384-0900

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80 Green St., Teterboro 201-288-1170

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1 Towne Center Drive, Cliffside Park 201-943-2300

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704 River Rd., New Milford 201-262-5600 Shelly’s Vegetarian Café and Caterers

Roots Steakhouse

611 N. Maple Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus 201-857-4717

482 Cedar Lane, Teaneck 201-692-0001 Steel Wheel Tavern

51 N. Broad St., Ridgewood, 201-882-1800

Dong Chun Hong

144 Main St., Fort Lee 201-592-0450 Golden Dynasty

825 Franklin Lakes Rd., Franklin Lakes 201-891-7866

295 Kinderkamack Rd., Hillsdale 201-358-8685 Kimchi Mama

7-09 Fair Lawn Ave., Fair Lawn 201-703-2905 Kimchi Smoke BBQ

301 Center Ave., Westwood 201-497-6333 Mr. Wok & Sushi (BYOB)

1 Highwood Ave. 2nd Floor, Tenafly 201-569-3969 Myung Ga Won

72 Piermont Road, Tenafly 201-500-1111 Petite Soo Chow

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17-15 Broadway, Fair Lawn 201-797-0500 Savini

168 West Crescent Ave., Allendale 201-760-3700 Villa Amalfi

793 Palisades Ave., Cliffside Park 201-886-8626

CUBAN Azúcar Cuban Cuisine

171 Schraalenburgh Rd., Closter 201-660-7977 Casual Habana Cafe (BYOB)

20 Elm St., Oakland 201-651-0005

125 Main St., Hackensack, 201-880-9844

CONTINENTAL /FRENCH

98 Park Ave., Rutherford 201-933-1262

W’s Grill

Café Panache (BYOB)

130 E. Main St. (Lake St.), Ramsey 201-934-0030 Latour (BYOB)

6 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood 201-445-5056

Mambo Tea House (BYOB)

Mis Raices

1214 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck 201-530-7233 Rebecca’s Restaurant (BYOB)

236 Old River Rd., Edgewater 201-943-8808

Le Jardin

Rumba Cubana

Madeleine’s Petite Paris

ECLECTIC

1257 River Rd., Edgewater 201-224-9898 416 Tappan Rd., Northvale 201-767-0063

Saddle River Inn (BYOB)

2 Barnstable Ct., Saddle River 201-825-4016

CONTINENTAL /ITALIAN Davia

6-09 Fair Lawn Ave., Fair Lawn 201-797-6767

1807 45th St., North Bergen 201-553-9100

CONTEMPORARY Bibi’z Restaurant and Lounge

284 Center Ave., Westwood 201-722-8600

Baumgart’s Café (BYOB)

59 The Promenade, Edgewater 201-313-3889 45 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood 201-569-6267 158 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood

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201-612-5688 Café Matisse (BYOB)

167 Park Ave., Rutherford 201-935-2995

Axia Taverna

The Dog and Cask

Daily Treat

55 NJ-17 S., Rochelle Park 201-845-5101 G.W. Grill

2139 Hudson Terrace, Fort Lee 201-947-2440 Port of Call (POC) (BYOB)

450 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack 201-488-0888 The Rail Yard Tavern

14-26 Plaza Rd., Fair Lawn 201-773-3372

18 Piermont Rd., Tenafly, 201-569-5999 177 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood 201-652-9113 Eons

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Sofia

36 Engle St., Englewood 201-541-8530

254 Livingston St., Northvale, 201-750-8570

200 Tice

It’s Greek to Me

(Inside The Woodcliff Lake Hilton) 200 Tice Blvd., Woodcliff Lake 201-391-3600 201 Supper Club

90 W. Palisade Ave., Englewood 201-541-0101

FONDUE The Melting Pot

250 Center Ave., Westwood 201-664-8877

FRENCH Latour (BYOB)

6 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood 201-445-5056 The Chef’s Table (BYOB) 754 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes 201-891-6644

GERMAN Kirker’s Inn

237 Diamond Bridge Ave., Hawthorne 973-427-7700

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River Edge 201-967-0029

935 Kinderkamack Rd.,

352 Anderson Ave., Cliffside Park, 201-945-5447 36 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood, 201-568-0440 1611 Palisade Ave., Fort Lee 201-947-2050 21 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood 201-612-2600 487 Broadway, Westwood 201-722-3511 2020 Central Road, Fort Lee 201-947-2055 Taverna Mykonos

238 Broadway, Elmwood Park 201-703-9200 Varka

30 N. Spruce St., Ramsey 201-995-9333

INDIAN Art of Spice (BYOB)

159 Main St., Hackensack 201-342-3444 BHOJ (BYOB)

430 Market St., Elmwood Park 201-797-6800 Kailash (BYOB)

22 Oak St., Ridgewood 201-251-9693

Mantra

275 NJ-4,Paramus 201-342-8868 Mausam (BYOB)

76 Market St., Clifton 973-472-3663 Nirvana Indian Kitchen (BYOB)

29 W. Allendale Ave., Allendale 201-818-2300

IRISH Biddy O’Malley’s Irish Bistro and Bar

36 N. Van Brunt St., Englewood, 201-608-5545 191 Paris Ave., Northvale 201-564-7893 Poitin Still

774 Main St., Hackensack 201-487-0660

ITALIAN Aldo & Gianni Ristorante

108 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Montvale 201-391-6866 Aldo’s (BYOB)

640 Wyckoff Ave., Wyckoff 201-891-2618 A Mano

24 Franklin Ave. (at Chestnut St.) Ridgewood 201-493-2000 Amarone

63 Cedar Ln., Teaneck 201-833-1897 Andiamo

23 Hardenburgh Ave., Haworth 201-384-1551 Angelo’s Restaurant

263 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst 201-939-1922 Arturo’s

41 Central Ave., Midland Park 201-444-2466 Baci Italian Grill

36 Jefferson Ave., Westwood 201-722-1900

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38 Harrison Ave., Garfield 973-778-4930 Bistro 107

107 Moonachie Rd., Moonachie 201-4403339 Bottagra Restaurant

80 Wagaraw Rd., Hawthorne 973-423-4433

Buon Gusto (BYOB)

534 Durie Ave., Closter 201-784-9036 Buongiorno’s (BYOB)

86 Washington Ave., Dumont 201-501-8000 Café Amici (BYOB)

4 Sycamore Ave., Ho-HoKus 201-389-6377

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Precision Men’s Grooming

Café L’Amore (BYOB)

455 Ramapo Valley Road, Oakland 201-337-5558 Café Tivoli

533 Shaler Blvd., Ridgefield 201-941-5561 Cassie’s

18 S. Dean St., Englewood, 201-541-6760 Cenzino Ristorante

589 Ramapo Valley Rd., Oakland, 201-337-6693 Cliff’s Steakhouse

18 Sylvan Ave.,Englewood Cliffs 201-944-0233 Dimora

100 Piermont Rd., Norwood 201-750-5000

388 Ramapo Valley Road Oakland

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Dino’s

Roxanne’s

Sushi Cruise (BYOB)

Viva Margarita

Due (BYOB)

Rugova Restaurant & Bar

Sushi Village (BYOB)

SPANISH

Fiona’s Restaurant (BYOB)

Sanducci’s Trattoria (BYOB)

Sushi X (BYOB)

Fontana Di Trevi (BYOB)

Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn

Umeya

Sergio’s Missione (BYOB)

Tawara Japanese Restaurant (BYOB)

12 Tappan Rd., Harrington Park, 201-767-4245 16-18 S. Broad St., Ridgewood 201-857-3231 118 Godwin Ave., Midland Park 201-857-5800 248 Fort Lee Road, Leonia 201-242-9040 Fratelli’s Coal-Burning Pizza

206 Route 46, Elmwood Park 201-797-7552 Gianna’s

843 Washington Ave., Carlstadt 201-460-7997 Giovanna’s Café

150 Franklin Turnpike, Mahwah 201-529-0007 259 Johnson Ave., River Edge 201-880-8488 620 Kinderkamack Rd., River Edge 201-599-0600 105 Old New Bridge Rd., New Milford 201-692-7700 2 N. Mercer St., Lodi 973-778-4545

Sicilian Sun (BYOB) 604 N. Maple Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus 201-444-3494

19 E. Main St., Ramsey 201-825-5835

Solari’s

La Lanterna (BYOB)

Sorrento (BYOB)

29 W. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood 201-444-5520 Locale Café

208 Piermont Rd., Closter 201-750-3233 Luka’s (BYOB)

61 S. River St., Hackensack 201-487-1969 132 Park Ave.,East Rutherford 201-507-0093 Trattoria Giotto (BYOB)

15 Park Ave., Rutherford 201-528-7142 Trovato’s Due

10 River Road, Bogota 201-440-2996

4 Barbara Ln., Oakland 201-337-0813

Lu Nello

Vicolo Ristorante

182 Stevens Ave., Cedar Grove 973-837-1660 Maggiano’s Little Italy

The Shops at Riverside, Rt. 4W, Hackensack 201-221-2030 Martini Grill

216 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan 201-497-8777 Zozo’s Restaurant

625 River Vale Rd., River Vale 201-391-3195

187 Hackensack St., Wood-Ridge 201-939-2000

JAPANESE

Nanni Ristorante

Matsuya

53 W. Passaic St. (behind Garden State Plaza), Rochelle Park 201-843-1250 Puzo’s Family Restaurant

4 Garfield Ave., Hawthorne 973-423-2288 Radicchio Pasta & Risotta Co. (BYOB)

34 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood 201-670-7311 Rocca (BYOB)

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490 Market St., Saddle Brook 201-843-5811 Mei Sushi Japanese Restaurant

14-20 Plaza Rd., Fair Lawn 201-398-9882 Minado

1 Valley Rd., Little Ferry 201-931-1522 Sakura-Bana (BYOB)

43 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood 201-447-6525 Sendai Japanese Restaurant & Grill

178 Kinderkamack Rd., Emerson 201-225-0995

725 River Road #51, Edgewater 201-313-3611 700-90 Broadway, Westwood 201-666-8800 23 Chestnut St., Ridgewood, 201-689-7878 156 Piermont Rd., Cresskill 201-816-0511 53 W. Main St., Ramsey 201-825-8712 Wasabi

848 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 201-493-7575 Yuki

2 S. Kinderkamack Rd., Montvale 201-391-9877 Yuki Hana (BYOB)

131 Kinderkamack Rd., Park Ridge 201-391-3230

LATIN Mambo Empanadas (BYOB)

313 Union Ave., Rutherford 201-933-3888

MEXICAN A Taco Affair

81 Main St., Little Falls 973-812-8226 Azteca (BYOB)

47 Park Ave., Rutherford 201-438-2111 Jalepenos

930 Prospect St., Glen Rock 201-445-5566 La Frontera (BYOB)

37 E. Broadway, Hackensack 201-880-7731 Leon

16 Chestnut St., Ridgewood 201-857-0297 Mariachi Grill (BYOB)

262 Ridge Rd., Lyndhurst 201-528-7493 Riviera Maya (BYOB)

252 E. Fort Lee Rd., Bogota 201-996-1380

364 Lawton Ave., Cliffside Park 551-313-0760

El Cid

205 Paramus Rd., Paramus 201-843-0123 Meson Madrid Restaurant

343 Bergen Blvd., Palisades Park 201-947-1038 Sangria

1033 MacArthur Blvd., Mahwah 201-962-3310 Sayola

50 Prospect Ter., Tenafly, 201-871-2182 Tapas De España

7909 Bergenline Ave., North Bergen 201-453-1690 Taste of Spain

493 Tappan Rd., Northvale, 201-767-8904

THAI Bangkok Garden

261 Main St., Hackensack, 201-487-2620 Clifton Thai

239 Parker Ave., Clifton 973-253-1400 Chok Dee Thai Kitchen

561 Livingston St., Norwood 201-750-8880 Gao Thai Kitchen (BYOB)

63 Main St., Ramsey 201-962-2691

Malee Fine Thai Cuisine (BYOB)

2 E. Ridgewood Ave.,Ridgewood 201-612-7797 Massaman Thai Cuisine

312 Hackensack St., Carlstadt 201-559-1424 Pimaan Thai Restaurant (BYOB)

79 Kinderkamack Rd., Emerson 201-967-0440 Ridge Thai (BYOB)

50 Chestnut St.,Ridgewood 201-493-9929 Thai West (BYOB)

22 Jefferson Ave., Westwood 201-497-6981 Wyckoff Thai Cuisine

314 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff 201-485-8855

Englewood Health Foundation The Englewood Health Foundation held their spring Breakfast Club at Alpine Country Club in Demarest. For more information, visit www.englewoodhealthfoundation.org.

Joanne Erlich, Beth Nadel

Cate Holahan, Jay Nadel

Iris Schwartz, Allison DiStaulo

Carrie Tong, Leslie Kavanaugh, Karen Mehran, Bridgette Grant Late Spring 2017

Elizabeth Gabbay, Candace Gonzalez

Jaclyn Chakonis, Gia Alvarez, Erica Park, Stacy Esser, Jen Maxfield, Jamie Corsair, Shelley Cekirge, Lindsay Skulnik

Natalia Abdy, Lee Michel, Jennifer LaFrieda, Patricia Cardello

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Dr. Ulrike Berth, SueEllen Freeman

Iris and Hilary Wormser, Joanne Ehrlich, Helene Stock, Jennifer Stone

Joy Pratcher, Jackie Kaufmann, Laura Cilano

Olga Dayts, Jamie Corsair

Elana Prezant, Carolyn Shapiro, Renee Sellman

Ryan Day, Emily Ho, Lindsley Capuano

Maria Ferrara, Robyn Lefcourt

Madhuri Bewtra, Angela Holahan, Galit Shoshani

Joalison Rodriguez, Jane Seligmann, Vernedra Williams

Spring Breakfast Club Committee

Hope for Children Research Foundation The Hope for Children Research Foundation held their annual casino night at Seasons in Washington Township. For more information, visit www.hopeforchildrenresearch.org.

Linda Kud, Sandy Campos

Nancy Apriceno, Ted Slack

Kyle and Bob Tafuri, Aaron Back

Angela DePaola, Judy Plesko, Audrey Bell

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Steve and Dr. Cathy Mazzola

Dr. Catherine Mazzola, Chris Taraloo, Moira and Stavros Christoudias

Lance and Valerie Williams

Dr. Catherine Mazzola, Samya Griiffin, Alyse Brown, Akei Griffin

Late Spring 2017

Phil and Linda Cennerazzo

Michele and Bart Oats

Siara Kolpon, Alison Dripchak

Joan Bostonian, Kathleen Price, James Hyland, Zach Radabaugh

Cheryl and Bob Press

Meg Minassian, Ruth Weiss

Sandy and Pete Stilianessis

Susan Ungaro, Michele Oats, Jim Burt

The Minassian Family

Ho-Ho-Kus Education Foundation The Ho-Ho-Kus Education Foundation held their annual spring fundraiser at the Stony Hill Inn in Hackensack. For more information, visit www.hhkef.org.

Mary Meier, Courtney Deloof

Jared and Paige Stephans

Dan and Alyson Sugar, Grace and Daniel Osei

Caren Van Geyzel, Lindsay Wall, Erin Everett

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Julie Rollauer, Suzanne Hekemian, Patti Polizzi-Walker, Janelle Leonard, Laura Seltmann Late Spring 2017

Vanessa Burke, Lauren Cupo

Matt and Jackie Derr

Lori Rubino, Joe Sanzari, Tricia Danetz

Monica Ashley, Alix Burns

Anne and Kew Yuoh

Eric and Tricia Danetz

Justin Garcia, Kew Yuoh, Dean Cantanzarro

Lauren Samman, Victoria Miller, Anne Marie Darling, Roberta Campbell

Kristin Nepola, Reyna Boccio

Winnie O’Keefe, Chris and Sara Clasen

Brian and Suzanne Hekemian, Jennifer and Sam Higgins

Andrew and Lauren St. Pierre, Elena and Michael Harrington

EVENTS

CLEAN THE COMMUNITY

• The Woodcliff Lake Green Team an-

nounces a clean community event – May 11 (rain or shine). Volunteers are needed. The lake will be cleaned from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Vol-

unteers must sign waivers prior to admit-

tion, wine pull, 50/50 and great prizes. Tick-

Edgewood Country Club, 449 Rivervale

line at https://tinyurl.com/y5mskcag.

www.tabletotable.org.

ets: $150 per person. Purchase tickets on-

•

WOMEN’S HEALTH

Enjoy

delicious

bites

and

Road, Rive Vale. Tickets are on sale at

•

HEAD TO THE POOL

Old Mill Pool, 155 Werimus Road,

tance onto the property. Sign in at the

cocktails/mocktails and an informative pres-

Woodcliff Lake, will be hosting an open

come. Community service hours are avail-

21 and beyond on May 16 at Hearth & Tap,

pool managers, the tennis pro and represen-

Woodcliff Lake Train Station. All are welable. Refreshments will be served. For more information, email parkandrec@wclnj.com.

REDEFINING RETIREMENT

• Bergen Volunteer Center’s Redefining

Retirement program helps connect retirees

who want to volunteer and give back to their communities with non-profits and

community organizations that seek specific, skills-based volunteer roles. “Matchmakers” will meet with volunteer applicants during the following sessions: Englewood Library, 13 p.m., May 14 and June 11; Ridgewood Parks

and Recreation Department, 10 a.m. to noon, June 3; Garfield Library, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 3; and Hackensack Library, 12:30-

entation on sexual health for women ages

125 North Kinderkamack Road, Montvale, from 6:45-8 p.m. The event will include an

anonymous question and answer session.

This is your chance to get your questions

house on June 1 from 12-1 p.m. Meet the

tatives from camp and the Lakers Swim Team.

STREET FAIR

• The Montvale Street Fair will be held

answered.Topics will include anxiety, depres-

on June 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on

ings and common misconceptions. Learn

Chamber of Commerce, admission is free

sion, periods, pain, infertility, health screenabout Valley’s Primary Care and Women’s

Center in Montvale, offering a wide range of

health services in one convenient location.

Seating is limited and registration is required

by emailing thrive@valleyhealth.com or calling (201) 291-6118.

SPRING BLOSSOM FEST

• The Spring Blossom Fest will be held on

Paragon Drive. Hosted by the Montvale

for spectators. Local businesses will be giv-

ing out a great selection of freebies. In ad-

dition, there will be shopping, food courts, food trucks, a beer garden, a Kids’ Zone, petting zoo and much more. For more information, visit www.JCPromotions.info.

SPORTS AWARDS

• Presented by Englewood Health, the

2 p.m., June 5. For more information, email

May 18 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Wood-

Sports Awards will be held on June 13 at

(201) 489-9454, ext. 205.

enue. The rain date will be May 19.

guest speaker Sam Darnold, the red carpet

retirement@bergenvolunteers.org or call

•

TALKING FINANCES

Learn ways to make money with the

cliff Lake Causeway, located on Woodcliff Av-

•

MILITARY BRIDGE

The Greater Pascack Valley Woman's

new tax act and avoid the retirement tax

Club is holding a military bridge for the ben-

Township of Washington Library, 144

charities on May 23 at the Montvale Senior

time bomb on May 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the Woodfield Road. Debra Taylor, founder of

Taylor Financial Group in Franklin Lakes, will guide participants in understanding how the new tax law impacts their income and investments.

CASINO NIGHT

• Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge invites

you to Whiskers & Tails Casino Night on

efit of high school scholarships and local

NHRHS REUNION

• The reunion for all Northern Highlands

take place on June 29 from 12-6 p.m. The

prizes, 50-50 and desserts. To purchase a

ticket or table of four tickets, call Carolyn at (201) 819-1000 and Ro at (201) 835-4883.

TABLE TO TABLE

• Tickets are on sale for Table to Table’s

and New Jersey’s top chefs will prepare five

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visit sportsawards.northjersey.com.

p.m. They will have door prizes, tricky-tray

cluding a cocktail hour and open bar, dinner, games. Festivities also include a silent auc-

at 7 p.m.To purchase tickets and learn more,

Regional High School classes and highlighting

vale. Admission: $10. Doors open at 6:30

20th Annual Chefs Gala, “an event of friends

DJ and dancing and your favorite table

will begin at 6 p.m. with the show beginning

Center, located on Memorial Drive in Mont-

May 15. Beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Florentine

Gardens in River Vale, enjoy an evening in-

Bergen Performing Arts Center. Featuring

and extraordinary food where New York’s

signature courses, expertly paired with fine wines.” The event is May 24 at 6:30 p.m. at

the “79ers” 40th high school reunion will

Scotty Dog Jamboree will include live bands, an auction, 50/50, games, softball and a big

BBQ. Bring your family; see your friends from yester-year; and celebrate. This year’s

charity focus is The Center For Food Action in Mahwah. For more information, visit www.scottydogjamboree.com.

Have an event you’d like featured in BC The Mag? Send the necessary information to info@ bcthemag.com for a chance to be included.

Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation The HUMC Foundation held a reception to welcome Dr. Judy Aschner as clinical director of Hackensack Meridian Health Children’s Care Transformation Service.

For more information, visit www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org.

Joseph M. Sanzari, Dr. Judith Aschner

Attendees of HUMC Foundation’s reception

Mark Sparta, Helen Cunning, Dr. Ihor Sawczuk, Richard Henning, Rosemarie Sorce, Dr. Judith Aschner, Joseph M. Sanzari, Robert Garrett, Joseph Simunovich

Joseph M. Sanzari, Dr. Judith Aschner, Dr. Joseph Walker, Amy Glazer

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Heidi Rispoli, Linda Stanton, Ellen Goldring

Joseph Simunovich, Heather Choi, Dr. Judith Aschner, Rosemarie Sorce, Dr. Abdulla Al-Khan, Lori Rubino, Robert Garrett Late Spring 2017

Dr. Joseph Parrillo, Dr. Mingi Choi, Helen Cunning, Dr. Stephen Percy, Dr. Michael Harris

Susan Zabransky, Sandra Kissler, Cathy Napolitano

Amy Glazer, Dr. Judith Aschner, Susan Zabransky, Cathy Napolitano

Joseph Simunovich, Helen Cunning, Robert Garrett

Joseph and Giselle Mongiello

Rosemarie Sorce, Richard Henning, Lori Rubino, Joseph M. Sanzari

Dr. Abdulla Al-Khan, Rosemarie Sorce, Dr. Andrew Pecora, Dr. Ihor Sawczuk

LAST LAUGH

By Brandon Goldstein

’ve sometimes been called a bull in a china shop, which is strange only because I’ve never actually shopped for china. Wait. Is china made in China?

Everything is made in China. Are there bulls in China? That’s an answer only Google and 1.7 billion people know. So many questions, though. You can see why I just brush it off.

Anyway, that just got me thinking about those silly phrases people say sometimes, which often just make no sense to me. A bird in the hand is worth two in a bush? Please, keep your birds in your bushes, as I’d rather not get the (bird) flu. See what I mean? Not only does that phrase make absolutely no sense, but also the only bird I want in my hand has already been deep-fried. Please do not put my KFC in a bush.

But hold on, there are more! Oh, so many more!

A fool and his money are soon parted. Oh, please, even if I was going to use an example other than the Kardashian clan, which there is absolutely no need to, clearly, we are the fools who give fools more money.

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after a quick stint with Proactiv+. Can we change as people? I think so. Is it for the worse most of the time? Probably. Perhaps we should change it to a leopard shouldn’t change its spots because then it’ll probably be a grumpy leopard who doesn’t want to call grandma anymore and is always right about everything.

Actions speak louder than words.

All I have stuck in my head is that commercial where the mom says to her son, “Saying it and doing it are two different things.” I’m pretty sure I actually agree with this one, despite someone always yelling to me to turn the TV down because the action sequence really is louder than just words. Oh, and by the way – words are great, too, lovely magazine readers!

Be careful what you wish for. That’s just silly. I get that often there are unforeseen consequences when you get the thing you wanted, but are those consequences truly worse than whatever life was before your wish was granted? Or, should we just be really specific with our wishes, crafting such a carefully worded wish that it becomes a rambling rant (you have to watch out for yourself, right?), and the genie falls asleep? What happens then? Nobody knows.

Behind every great man there’s a great woman. Kind of creepy, no? But I guess that this at least gives me the opportunity to hold the door open for her.

Chivalry isn’t dead!

You can’t have your cake and eat it too. I choose “eat it,” every single time.

Curiosity killed the cat. But the first eight times, the cat was fine…

Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth. I’ll worry about this one when someone gifts me a horse. (A pony will do).

The good die young. OK, this is probably my least favorite, mostly because I can’t figure out what it means.

First off, is it a good thing? I doubt it.

Anyway, you try to dissect it. First off, my grandmother is a sweetheart who lives vibrantly to this day. Yes, grandma, I’ll call you soon...

Secondly though, and all humor aside, I’ve known great people and notso-great people who have died way before their time, and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone. I think everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy life to their fullest, and in doing so they are not good or bad.

How you choose to live your life is totally up to you. After all, people in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones.

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