Bergen County the Magazine - Summer 2013

COMPLIMENTARY ISSUE JULY/AUGUST 2013

Cool Threads Everything from sizzling swimwear to hipster back-to-school fashions

Best BBQ Joints in Bergen

James Gandolfini A Tribute

Shore Success

Jersey beaches & businesses are back stronger than ever!

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On June 1, 2013 the Hovnanian School Board of Trustees hosted an “Evening of Fine Art, Champagne and Diamonds� at the Saddle River home of world renowned art collector Andreas Roubian. The event supported the Student Education Fund of the Hovnanian School, New Milford NJ and included a walking tour of the extensive Ivan Aivasovsky, Hovsep Pushman and Napoleonic era art collection along with a piano recital by Ariana Mesrobian and champagne diamond raffle.

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Contributing Writers Michael J. Bellantoni Jennifer Bonazzo-Peters Justin Davidson Brandon Goldstein Dr. Michael Gross Robert Haynes-Peterson Richard Posluszny Regina Molaro Nayda Rondon Dennis Seuling Judith Turner Peter S. Vallas

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PUBLISHERS’ LETTER Dear Readers, It has been eight months since Super Storm Sandy walloped the East Coast, leaving a path of destruction along the entire New Jersey coastline that is still clearly visible today. Before the floodwaters had even receded, the pride and determination of New Jerseyans had already reached heights unseen since the days following September 11th. We helped our neighbors and our communities, and in the storm’s wake, towns rose up taller and stronger than ever before. That is the Jersey way.

As you head down to the beach this summer, you’ll likely notice only minor changes. That is a testament to the many incredible men and women who have made sure that nothing can defeat New Jersey. Their tireless efforts have ensured that this summer will create many more unforgettable moments for the millions who will take a trip down the Parkway and find themselves on Jersey’s fine sandy beaches.

Of course, summer isn’t just about the beach. It’s about the food and the drinks that seem to taste better when the heat hits. For us, there is no food that yells SUMMER like BBQ. That is why we took a look at the best, finger-lickin’ good BBQ joints there are around here!

Hosting a backyard BBQ? First, you should take a look at our new magazine out now: BC Occasions. In it you’ll find all the great tips to throw the perfect event! From a home party all the way to the biggest wedding, BC Occasions will be your resource for every event need.

Secondly, take a look at our absinthe cocktail recipes on page 34. Looking for a great way to wow your guests, this green, European classic is a sure thing!

Want to have the hippest lookin’ kids this upcoming school year? Just check out the latest in kid’s fashions as the Future of Bergen County shows off the coolest clothing around!

This past June we lost a Bergen native and American favorite, James Gandolfini. His incredible talent and infallible ability to speak in the perfect Jersey accent will be sorely missed. His big heart and unwavering kindness endeared him to every person fortunate enough to come within his charismatic orbit. We take a look back at James’ life and how he inspired us all.

As much as I’d love to say more, the pool is calling our names.

Have a safe and amazing summer!

Enjoy!

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Last Laugh

Amazing Absinthe

Exploring Rosé Wines Chic Products, Services, Etc. Happenings in the County Can You Stand the Heat?

Aston Martin’s All-New Flagship The Return of the Jersey Shore The Search for the Best BBQ A Resource for Your Dining Pleasure Tips for a Sizzling Summer Backward Thinking

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Bergen County CSI Stories

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Entertainment

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James Gandolfini: A Tribute Chronicles of Bergdorf’s It’s Better in a Bikini Kids’ Korner

No Sweat! (Dealing with Hyperhidrosis) Greek Fire

Summer 2013 Movie Preview

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Michelle Sussmann, Kelly Spitzley, Benji Meyerson, Sheilagh Cirillo, Penni Horwich, Jill Sedley and Jeannette Avallone

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Rich Garcia and Jovannie Lorenzo

Linda Larkin and Kelli Agresta

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Bank of Lodi Grand Opening The Bank of Lodi, a Division of Pascack Community Bank celebrated their ribbon cutting with a reception at the new bank. For more information visit: pascackbank.com

Frank Di Dolci, Joseph Hoppe, Anibal Badim, Gloria Van Biert and John Falcone

Jon F. Hanson and Peter Hanson

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Marc Schrieks, Jon F. Hanson, Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno, Bruce Meisel and Mike Elayan

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Wings of Refuge Wings of Refuge Haiti held their Spring Banquet at The Rockleigh. For more information visit: wingsofrefugehaiti.com

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BergenPAC The Bergen Performing Arts Center held their 8th Annual Gala with Barry Manilow benefiting the expansion of the New Performing Arts School. For more information visit: bergenpac.org

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James Gandolfini A Tribute

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he U.S. and the world lost one of its finest actors, and New Jersey lost one of its own with the sudden passing of James Gandolfini on June 19th. The 51-year-old actor, best known for his Emmy-winning role as crime boss Tony Soprano in the HBO hit series The Sopranos, died of a heart attack while vacationing in Italy with his 13-year-old son, Michael.

The news shocked and saddened fans, friends and colleagues all over the world.

But nowhere was the impact felt more than in Bergen County, where this beloved native son had his roots.

“A fine actor, a Rutgers alum and a true Jersey guy,” praised New Jersey Governor Chris Christie.

Born at Pascack Valley Hospital in Westwood on September 18, 1961, Gandolfini grew up in Park Ridge where he attended Park Ridge High School. During high school, he played football, basketball, and track and field. He also tried his hand at school plays, landing roles in school productions such as Kiss Me, Kate. Popular and likeable, he was voted “best looking” and “class flirt” by his senior class.

Gandolfini attended Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, graduating in 1983 with a degree in communications. After college, he worked at a series of jobs, including Manhattan bouncer, bricklayer, carpenter, street bookseller and seltzer deliveryman.

After tagging along to an acting class with a friend, he decided to give acting a try.

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Heartfelt Reactions

“We’re all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family,” according to a statement issued by HBO. “He was a special man, a great talent, but more importantly, a gentle and loving person who treated everyone no matter their title or position with equal respect.”

“The world has lost one of the greatest actors of all time,” Steven Van Zandt, who played Silvio Dante on The Sopranos, posted on Facebook.

David Chase, creator of The Sopranos, noted: “He was a genius. Anyone who saw him even in the smallest of his performances knows that. He is one of the greatest actors of this or any time. A great deal of that genius resided in those sad eyes. I remember telling him many times, ‘You don’t get it. You’re like Mozart.’ There would be silence at the other end of the phone.”

Brad Pitt released this statement: “I admire Jimmy as a ferocious actor, a gentle soul and a genuinely funny man. I am fortunate to have sat across the table from him and am gutted by this loss. I wish his family strength and some semblance of peace.”

John Travolta, who worked with Gandolfini on five movies, told ABC’s Good Morning America about how great a friend Gandolfini was after the 2009 death of Travolta’s son, Jett: “James went out of his way to come to Florida and he would not leave Florida until I was okay, or he felt that I would be fine. After a week I said, ‘Jim, you can really, you know, we’ll be fine. I’ve got a lot of support here. But the idea that in our profession someone would go out of their way and not want to leave you until he felt you were okay, that’s the kind of soul that James Gandolfini was. He was a people person first and then everything else.”

“I am shocked and devastated by Jim’s passing,” commented Edie Falco, who played Carmela, Gandolfini’s TV wife, in a statement released by Showtime. “He was a man of tremendous depth and sensitivity, with a kindness and generosity beyond words. I consider myself very lucky to have spent ten years as his close colleague.

My heart goes out to his family. As those of us in his pretend one hold on to the memories of our intense and beautiful time together. The love between Tony and Carmela was one of the greatest I’ve ever known.”

lier times, Gandolfini would say he was deeply influenced by Robert De Niro, noting he watched Mean Streets over and over again marveling at De Niro’s talent. Closer to home, another Jersey boy’s success also fueled Gandolfini’s own acting ambitions.

Gandolfini’s father, James Gandolfini, Sr., used to buy tires from Salvatore Travolta, the father of Englewood, NJ native John Travolta, who was making news as the rising megastar of Saturday Night Fever. According to Gandolfini, he saw an SNF poster

of Travolta in the proud papa’s tire store and thought to himself: “If he can do it, I can do it.”

Gandolfini made his Broadway debut in a 1992 production of A Streetcar Named Desire and spent the ensuing years building a solid reputation as a character actor. Then, in 1999, came his life-changing role as the emotionally complex crime boss Tony Soprano. He made the part his own, bringing a vulnerable flawed humanity to this killer and suburban family man. His masterful portrayal earned him three Emmys, fame, and the

In His Own Words Holding steadfast to his core values and upbringing, the self-effacing actor handled his fame and success with humility, humor and gratitude.

“I’m an actor... I do a job and I go home. Why are you interested in me? You don’t ask a truck driver about his job.”

“I was voted best-looking kid in high school but, as you can see, things changed. I used to say I was a 260-pound Woody Allen. You can make that 295-pound now.”

“I just don’t think I’m that interesting. I don’t think what I have to say is that interesting. To hear me go blah, blah, blah, blah, blah. I mean, who cares?”

“I thought, ‘I’ve never been the lead before. They’re gonna hire somebody else.’ But I knew I could do it. I have small amounts of Mr. Soprano in me. I was 35, a lunatic, a madman.”

“It’s just a little odd for me, to get that slightly different treatment sometimes. And I’m uncomfortable with it. I want nothing to do with privilege.”

“My parents worked hard. They sacrificed a great deal to put three kids through college. And they’ve seen their three children become successful. They started from nothing when they came over here, so they have to be very proud.”

respect and admiration of thousands.

He appeared in more than 50 movies. Among his film credits are True Romance (1993), The Mexican (2001), Where the Wild Things Are (2009), The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 (2009), Down the Shore (2011) and Zero Dark Thirty (2012). Other theater credits include On the Waterfront (1995) and God of Carnage (2009). In addition, he produced Alive Day: Home from Iraq (2007), an Emmy-nominated documentary about wounded war veterans, and Wartorn: 1861-2010 (2010), a documentary dealing with post-traumatic stress.

Although on stage and on screen, the 6’1” heavyset actor often played “tough guys,” in real life Gandolfini was loved as a “teddy bear of a friend” and lauded for his shy, humble and generous nature.

“He was down to earth, one of the guys, always pleasant,” Mark Deuer, North Caldwell Police Chief, told news sources. “He was a good guy,” added Deuer, who got to interact with the actor while serving on the security team on the Sopranos set and shared that the friendly actor would often have lunch with the police officers.

Known for his generosity and loyalty to friends and worthy causes, Gandolfini was a long-time supporter of the Octoberwoman Foundation for Breast Cancer Research, based in Park Ridge, which was co-founded by his friends Judy and Phillip DiBella. Normally uncomfortable with his celebrity status, Gandolfini was nevertheless only too willing to put it to good use when asked to appear at the charity’s local fundraising events.

“My husband was an honest, kind and loving man. He cared more about others than himself,” Gandolfini’s wife, Deborah Lin, said, according to the Daily News.

The care and affection were deeply reciprocated. Within hours of the news of his death, tributes began appearing all across the Bergen County area—candles lit in front of the photo of the actor given pride of place in the window of Pizza Land, a North Arlington pizzeria featured in the show’s opening sequence; the placing of flowers and notes near the North Caldwell, NJ, home that doubled as the Sopranos’ TV home; a memorial wall featuring photos of the beloved actor and Sopranos memorabilia at Satin Dolls, the Lodi strip club famous

as the show’s fictional Bada Bing club.

At Holsten’s ice cream parlor in Bloomfield, the table where Gandolfini and castmates sat as the series finale abruptly cut to black displayed a “Reserved” sign, flowers and a newspaper proclaiming the news of the actor’s death. Echoing Gandolfini’s own sudden end, the memorial proclaimed the shocked sense of loss felt by so many.

North Jersey folks showed James Gandolfini that they recognized him as one of their own, as someone who never turned his back on his roots. Although during the months before his death, he was principally residing in New York’s Tribeca and in California, Gandolfini continued to show his fondness for and loyalty to his old Jersey haunts. A favorite hangout of his was the Park Ridge diner, where he often went when visiting loved ones, including sisters Leta, who lives in Westwood, and Johanna, who resides in Montvale. He sometimes dropped by Paramus Catholic High School, where his father, who died in 2005, worked for many years as director of facilities. The actor even went back for the 20th reunion of Park Ridge High School, where he insisted on being treated as just another alum coming back to see friends.

“He was devoted to his family,” noted James Vail, president of Paramus Catholic High School. “He was raised right, and just a regular guy.”

Gandolfini’s public funeral—attended by many of his famous castmates, top TV and movie executives, political dignitaries, and other celebrity friends as throngs of onlookers and photographers crowded outside—was held on June 27th in Manhattan’s Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine. But the previous day, he came home to us in Jersey one last time when his family held a private wake for family and close friends at the Robert Spearing Funeral Home in Park Ridge, where the wakes of the actor’s parents had also been held. Somehow, it seems that this simpler, more intimate goodbye was more like the final script he would have written for himself.

Rest in peace, Jim.

Nayda Rondon is editor of BC THE MAGAZINE.

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Exploring Rosé Wines Once poo-pooed as an overly sweet, simplistic summer escape, rosé wines have gained in popularity and stature over the past decade. Today complex, carefully crafted examples appear on store shelves and al fresco dining menus year round. Though there are a variety of ways to create a blush or rosé, the best are generally made by allowing short-term contact between the juice and red grape skins (maceration).

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Grapes mature more completely, providing approachable yet age-worthy wines. For the rosé blend, Sass’s team began adding Picpoul in 2011 “for acidity.” In 2012, they upped the contribution (68% Grenache, 15% Mouvedre, 12% Picpoul Blanc and 5% Syrah). The result is a “zippy” rosé with notes of strawberries, white pepper and watermelon, which goes nicely with grilled asparagus or buttered stracci pasta. ($19)

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Enshrined in an elegant 17th-century style bottle, the wine is made using the less common maceration (skin contact) process for a deeper, fresher flavor profile and a bright, salmon-pink color. Fruit-driven on the palate, with notes of wild cherry and raspberry, it lingers with a crisp astringency. Enjoy on its own, or pair with Brie, smoked duck or charcuterie. ($100)

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catter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s opened on four screens in New York and Los Angeles, bringing in more than $39,000 by the end of its opening weekend. Its screen average was $10,000 over the weekend, more than any other movie screening in the U.S. apart from Iron Man 3.

The documentary, which details the famed Fifth Avenue luxury department store Bergdorf Goodman, has since caught fire. The film is now screening in 37 theaters in 20 states throughout the country and has grossed more than $388,000 through the end of May. It has also been officially selected to the Sydney Film Festival, a competitive 12-day film festival in Sydney, Australia, selling out all available screenings for the event.

“It isn’t just a dry documentary of pure history,” said Clive Gershon, a Bergen County resident and investor in the documentary. “The film does capture the history, but in a real life, emotional, funny, amusing and entertaining way.

It’s nice to have a movie that feels good rather than one that scares the bejesus

out of you.”

Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s features a well-documented account of the store, as well as testimonies from major fashion celebrities that include Karl Lagerfeld, Isaac Mizrahi, Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs, who all have a strong connection with Bergdorf’s. The origins of the title come from a cartoon published in The New Yorker that depicts two women discussing where they wish to rest for eternity.

The recent success of the flick can be attributed to its broad range of appeal.

Specifically, the documentary engages two population segments. The first is the young fashion students and aspiring fashion designers who have recently graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology, Parsons, Pratt and other elite schools for design. But the film’s crew is finding that the documentary resonates with the over 40 crowd as well.

“This segment of the population has been an underserved demographic for a very long time,” said Matthew Miele, the writer and director of the film who resides in New York City. “They are the

devoted shoppers, the multi-generational addicts of Bergdorf Goodman.”

Miele made a name for himself in Hollywood through his screenwriting talents. He enjoyed his stint in Los Angeles but decided it was time to return to his native New York after working on two films that never took off. “Hollywood is great, but it takes a long time to get things done,” Miele commented.

Miele began writing a script about a window dresser. He went to Bergdorf Goodman, a store famous for its window displays, and approached management to request to film some scenes for his future movie. He was a life-long fan of the displays at Bergdorf’s. “They essentially said we like your script but we are a very tight-knit group and we aren’t sure this is going to work,” Miele recalled.

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the story of this renowned century-old establishment.

“It’s really been what I hoped it would be,” said Miele. “The breakout to get in theaters and have a project that has some great legs to it.”

Gershon is equally upbeat about the project and its writer/director.

“His [Miele’s] style and approach and the subject matter really excited me,” said Gershon. “I decided to become an investor in the film and gave him some input into the content and editing of it. But Matt has been the leader of this great project.”

Gershon, who was raised in London but has lived in Bergen County since 1992, met Miele about two years ago during the inception of the Bergdorf Goodman documentary. Four years ago Gershon made a movie of his own called 60 years on: from despair to joy, a documentary surrounding the impact of the Holocaust on children of survivors, so he can appreciate firsthand the complexities and challenges involved in creating a documentary.

Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s, which was in production for more than a year, covers the perspective of both the fashion designers who crave to see their work hanging on Bergdorf’s racks and those who purchase their high-end designs.

“It’s all about the aspiration of the designers to get their product into Bergdorf’s,” said Gershon. “It’s not easy, as you see in the film. There is also the aspiration of the American shopper. Ultimately, if you do well in life and get to shop at Bergdorf’s, you have really achieved the American dream.”

Gershon has also found that fashion and celebrities are a hot topic of interest for Jersey residents of all ages.

Many of the people who live in Bergen County either work in the city or go to the city for shopping and entertainment.

“The demographics of the film are prevalent in Bergen County,” explained Gershon, who has four very fashionconscious daughters. “It fits well with the Bergen sensibility, passion for quality and connection to the city.”

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Gershon isn’t the only one optimistic about the picture. The documentary’s distributors project the film to haul in between $2 and $4 million at the box office. Currently, the lion’s share of the revenues comes from overseas tourists or shoppers. In addition to Netflix and iTunes, the investors also see potential in the film’s airline rights due to the movie’s appeal to the foreign community traveling inside and outside the U.S. once the movie is no longer screening in theaters. Indeed, the film is already licensed in about three-dozen foreign territories.

Despite the fact that a business is the subject of the film, the film community questioned if this was a public relations stunt or a marketing campaign. “It is not at all,” said Miele. “This is just a straight story about a great, iconic corporation. I think they are being a little shortsighted in not realizing that a business can have just as magnificent a story as a famous athlete or a historical time in history.”

Regardless of the criticism, Miele is ecstatic that he has overcome insurmountable odds to finally have his work hit the big screen.

“The statistic is millions of people want to make movies,” said Miele.

“About 5,000 movies are made a year.

Only 400 make it to the theaters. I would say less than 50 are successful. You’re talking about a really competitive business where the numbers are stacked against you.”

Gershon and Miele believe Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s is opening up a new genre of film. In fact, Miele has already begun production on another iconic brand on Fifth Avenue but would not reveal any specifics about the film’s subject. “As long as Hollywood and the audience embraces it,” he said, “we are going to continue.”

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MOVIE NIGHT: On Wednesday, July

17, 2013 (Rain date: July 18), 8PM, the Franklin Lakes Public Events Committee will host “Movie Under the Stars” featuring free showing of Life of Pi at Franklin Lakes Municipal Field #2 (behind Borough Hall, DeKorte Drive). For more info, call 2012-887-8900.

the interactive class, students (limited to 12) will learn how to prepare a light Indian-inspired vegetarian dish. Cash fee (for ingredients/materials) of $15pp required at time of in-person registration at library. For more info, call 201-391-5090.

JAZZ NIGHT: Manhattan Jazz Duo will perform at the Montvale Library (12 Mercedes Drive) on Friday, July 19, 7-8PM. To register for the free event, call 201-391-5090.

PHOTO EXHIBIT: During the month of July, The Montvale Library (12 Mercedes Drive) will feature “Scenes from a Garden” showcasing Andrew Hu’s nature photography.

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The Hillsdale NJ United Methodist Church Family Ministry will host its first outdoor movie (We Bought a Zoo) on Friday, July 12, (rain date: July 13) at 8PM in its courtyard (349 Hillsdale Avenue). Bring mats or lawn chairs. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. For more info, visit www.HillsdaleNJumc.org or call 201-664-5231.

NATURE TOUR: On Sunday, July 14, 2-4PM, Bergen Save the Watershed Action Network will team up with local naturalist/artist Amy Dudash Robinson to host a nature walk/art event for kids 8-12 at Emerson Woods (Main Street & Lakeview Terrace; Emerson, NJ). Registration (limited to 15 kids) fee: $20 donation for kids; $10 donation per adult. To register, call 201-666-1877.

FREE THEATER: The Montvale Library (12 Mercedes Drive) will present William Shakespeare’s HENRY V by the Next Stage Ensemble on Sunday, July 14, 7-8PM. To register for the free event, call 201-391-5090.

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Yoga teacher Meena Modi will lead a two-hour “Yoga for Anxiety and Fear” class on Tuesday, July 16, 5:30-7:30PM at the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood (113 Cottage Place). Fee (benefiting the Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative): $20. For more info, email info@ mahasriyoga.com or call 201-518-8487.

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ROCK BAND:

The Montvale Library (12 Mercedes Drive) will host a free concert by The Kootz Band on the Great Lawn of the library on Monday, July 22, 7-8:30PM (Rain date: TBD) To register for the free event, call 201-391-5090.

MUSICAL: Bergen Performing Arts School

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GOLF OUTING: All Fore ALS Charity Golf Outing is scheduled for Monday, September 16, 2013 at the exclusive Ramsey Golf & Country Club in Ramsey, NJ. There will be various sponsorship levels and donation opportunities available.

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The 18th Annual Bergen Bike Tour will take place Sunday, September 29, at Darlington Park, Mahwah, NJ. Registration is now open. Raising funds for Tomorrows Children Fund and the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, the tour will begin with breakfast for all riders and finishes with a BBQ and picnic for cyclists, their friends and families. For more details, visit http:// www.bergenbiketour.org/about-the-tour/

TRIBUTE CONCERT: On August 1, 8PM, a free homage concert to the legendary group Chicago will be held at the Bandshell on the Ramapo College campus (505 Ramapo Valley Road; Mahwah, NJ). For more info, call 201684-7093 or 201-684-7611.

WELLNESS TALK: Chiropractor Josh Jagoda will present a free lecture on the benefits of healthy eating on Monday, August 5, 7-8PM at the Montvale Library (12 Mercedes Drive). Call 201-391-5090 to register or for more details.

COOKING CLASS: On Monday, August 12, 6-8:30PM, cooking instructor Naina Lal of Kulinary Karma (kulinarykarma.com), will teach a hands-on adult cooking class at the Montvale Library (12 Mercedes Drive). During

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Jared: Adidas Mets zip hoody, Climalite orange short sleeve tee and Appaman charcoal sweat short.

Daniel: Volcom plaid button-down shirt, American Apparel tee and Joe’s Jeans dark rinse jeans.

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NO SWEAT! New medical treatments for people who perspire excessively are proving effective long-term solutions.

W

e all have insecurities.

Some of us worry over weight; others bemoan that they don’t possess long shapely legs or firmer, larger breasts; still others yearn to be rid of varicose veins and uneven, yellow teeth. Regardless of what they might be, body image issues diminish our confidence, leading to feelings of inferiority and awkwardness.

For three percent of the population, excessive sweating is a real confidence killer. Termed “hyperhidrosis,” this medical condition causes people to sweat

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excessively and unpredictably. Those with hyperhidrosis may sweat even when the temperature is cool or when they are at rest.

“Hyperhidrosis can occur under the arms, on the hands or anywhere else on the body,” explains Dr. Rapaport, MD, PA, of the Cosmetic Skin & Surgery Center in Englewood Cliffs. “The most common location is under the arms and on the hands.”

While the exact cause of hyperhidrosis is unknown, some surgeons theorize that an overactive nervous sys-

tem may be the cause. It is known with certainty, however, that certain foods, such as caffeine, can trigger excessive sweating.

This embarrassing condition, both medical and psychological, can really take a toll on the well-being of individuals, especially women.

“This condition is very uncomfortable for the person suffering due to the fact that their underarms are always irritated and wet. It is socially devastating,” notes Dr. Rapaport.

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fective and minimally invasive solutions such as cellulaze that can alleviate the condition and its symptoms, restoring confidence and boosting self-esteem.

In February 2012, cellulaze was introduced to the U.S. market by Westford, MA-based Cynosure, a developer and manufacturer of a broad array of light-based aesthetic and medical treatment systems.

“There’s never been a laser before that can fire at a 90 degree angle—all of the other lasers fire straight ahead,” explains Dr. Rapaport.

Since the unique laser has the ability to fire in any direction, doctors can numb the area and aim the laser at the sweat glands in order to destroy them.

Already approved by the Food and Drug Administration for treating cellulite, to

date, cellulaze has not yet been approved to treat hyperhidrosis.

“They’ve done trials, but they have not been submitted yet,” says Dr. Rapaport, who explains that for 65 percent of patients, a single treatment will be effective in destroying the sweat glands while 35 percent of patients will require a second treatment. For the remaining minority of 5 to 10 percent of patients, cellulaze won’t prove to be effective at all.

The cost of a single treatment is $2,900; if needed, a second treatment is priced at $1,000.

People want solutions that last. In the past, the majority of people with hyperhidrosis were treated with Botox injections, which took place over a six- to nine-month period, but the problem with this treatment is that it did not prove to

be a long-term solution. Other shortterm solutions include liposuction prescription and non-prescription antiperspirants and beyond. Some surgeons have even cut the nerve in the chest, but this technique tends to have more side effects such as rebound excessive sweating.

For patients who opt for the cellulaze treatment, it often proves to be a final solution. “This is the least invasive procedure to get lasting end results,” concludes Dr. Rapaport. “The biggest benefit is that cellulaze will change people’s lives who suffer from uncontrolled sweat.”

Regina Molaro is a freelance writer who covers art and design, beauty, and fashion.

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GREEK Fire The moral of this cautionary crime tale is beware of Greek investigators bearing sharp ears and language skills

CSICSI STORIES onducted in the early 1980s, this investigation involved a fire that developed within a Linden, New Jersey diner owned by a Greek father and son. The fire developed within the roof structure that I would refer to as a mini attic. Normally diners are open 24 hours a day, but in this particular case, the diner had closed at approximately 1:00 a.m. and the fire developed at approximately 4:00 a.m. The upper portions of the roof and attic location were damaged.

However, there was no fire damage at the lower first level kitchen and seating area other than water from the suppression efforts of the fire department.

After local authorities had rendered

an opinion that the fire was undetermined as to the cause, an insurance company retained my office to ultimately determine the fire’s origin and cause.

I arrived at the diner with my father and mentor, Peter Vallas Sr., and we met with the Greek father and son owners of the diner. We had an initial conversation with them regarding circumstances surrounding the time of the fire, any problems within the building and other basic information that would help us to understand the events prior to the fire incident.

We conducted our initial on-site investigation and examined all utilities, cooking equipment, fire suppression systems and potential electrical sources for the cause of the fire. During the

investigative analysis it was clear that the fire originated within the attic and that there was a considerable amount of debris—wooden material such as shingles, as well as insulation, which are commonly located within an attic/ roof—that had fallen onto the ceiling joists from the roof.

The reconstruction and the sifting and clearing of the debris uncovered the remains of what is known as Sterno (canned heat). We commonly know the trademark name Sterno that is used within chafing dishes. Inspection of these Sterno cans revealed they were positioned in a strategic location throughout the attic and obviously not part of being stored within the attic.

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mains of paper towels that had been rolled in such a way that they were positioned around these Sterno cans, some of which were burned and others which were not. It was evident during this investigation that the positioning of the elongated paper towels and the Sterno cans were set up as incendiary devices to act as an ignition source to set a fire.

During the course of this examination the father and son became frustrated and nervous with the fact that we had uncovered this physical evidence.

They clearly realized that we were the forensic fire investigators and that we knew there was suspicious activity relative to the fire occurrence.

What the Greek father and son did

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not know was that my father and I are of Greek descent from the island of Kalymnos. My grandfather had immigrated in 1912 through Ellis Island and, ironically, owned two diners, one in Jersey City, New Jersey, and the second called Pete’s Diner in Kearny, New Jersey. My father never pursued a career in the restaurant business and went on to be a firefighter/investigator who was highly decorated by two U. S. presidents.

During this investigation the diner owners spoke in Greek. My father, fluent in Greek, overheard their entire conversation about how the son had set up the Sterno cans and the paper towels.

The father said to the son: “What did you do with all the other Sterno cans?�

From his tone and demeanor, it was apparent that the father was upset that the diner was not a total loss or burned like a major conflagration. The son replied that he placed all of the extra Sterno cans in a grease barrel at the rear parking lot.

Since I am not fluent in Greek, I did not learn about this crucial information until my father indicated that I should go to the rear of the diner and kick over the grease barrel. Of course, at the time, I did not understand the rationale of kicking a grease barrel over, but I nevertheless followed his instruction.

When I kicked the grease barrel over, at least 20 Sterno cans and grease poured onto the asphalt pave-

CSICSI STORIES ment of the parking lot. Immediately, I realized that my father knew something that I didn’t. Photographic documentation was performed and by this time the owners were in a near state of collapse.

It was at that point that my father and I walked up to the diner owners and said τι κάνεισ, which translates to “How are you?” in English.

In my entire career I have never seen two faces turn as green as the color of guacamole!

To this day my father and I chat about this investigation, marveling at the ironic circumstances—from his father having been in the diner business, to my own father overhearing and understanding (in Greek) as a Greek father and son literally stated their guilt and where they had hidden the evidence.

My father and I were able to document their wrongdoings without the other pair realizing that we understood the Greek language. As a further ironic nod, I titled this piece “Greek Fire” because the term refers to manufactured fire, which was used as an incendiary weapon by the East Roman or Byzantine Empire to ignite enemy boats.

In closing, we notified the authorities but unfortunately since their investigation had been concluded and deemed of undetermined cause, no criminal charges were filed. However, the insurance company conducted a denial and litigation for nonpayment and utilized the Greek Vallas father-and-son team as their experts.

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SUMMER 2013 Movie Preview

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ummer is here, but according to Hollywood’s calendar it began back on May 3 with the release of Iron Man 3, the first of the big pictures the studios hope will draw in massive crowds and put their yearly bottom line solidly in the black. We’ve already seen the release of Star Trek Into Darkness, The Great Gatsby, Fast & Furious 6, White House Down, After Earth, World War Z and Man of Steel. The period between early May and Labor Day is full of new movies and the field is crowded. Some will do well, others will struggle, some will tank. But there are ten upcoming pictures that look to be the big releases of July and August.

They vary considerably. The big screen will see the re-imagining of a classic hero who dates back to radio days, giant monsters battling it out in an apocalyptic thriller, deceased lawmen keeping supernatural entities from overtaking mankind, a team of investigators encountering more than livestock on a farm and a man whose wife must pick up the pieces after he’s jailed for fraud. We’ll also have a chance to see a popular mutant hero visit the Orient, a historical naval battle recreated, rival spies working together toward a common goal, a futuristic society sharply divided between the haves and have-nots and a man who assembles a fake family in order to pull off a risky smuggling caper.

The Lone Ranger

(July 3)

John Reid (Armie Hammer), a country-born, city-educated lawyer, arrives with more than a degree of arrogance in a small town in 1869 Texas, hoping to civilize it. During an ambush by the notorious Cavendish gang, John’s ranger brother Dan (James Badge Dale) is killed and John is rescued by the mysterious Native American guide Tonto (Johnny Depp), who becomes his partner in seeking revenge.

Folks of a certain age will probably remember Clayton Moore, who starred as the Lone Ranger on TV in the 1950s with co-star Jay Silverheels as Tonto.

They both also starred in two Lone Ranger feature films. There was a terrible feature film made in 2003, which rightly died at the box office. This new film, directed by Gore Verbinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, is seen from Tonto’s point of view, and has amped-up action sequences and special effects.

Depp and Verbinski have worked together on the three Pirates of the Caribbean movies and the animated Rango.

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Pacific Rim

(July 12)

Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth) directs. The film is set in two separate worlds. The first is a version of Earth where, in November 2012, a giant monster emerged from the Pacific Ocean and attacked Osaka, Japan. The other is The Anteverse, where the monster came from. A portal to this world is located five miles underwater. That portal continues to spit out all kinds of beasts, known as Kaiju, that attack coastal cities. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised—massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes—a washed-up former pilot (Charlie Hunnam) and an untested trainee (Rinko Kikuchi)—who are teamed to drive a legendary but seemingly obsolete Jaeger from the past. Together, they stand as mankind’s last hope against the mounting apocalypse.

R.I.P.D. (July 19)

Jeff Bridges and Ryan Reynolds star in this 3D supernatural action adventure as two cops dispatched by the otherworldly Rest In Peace Department, made up of a lot of dead police officers and sheriffs, to protect and serve the living from an increasingly destructive array of souls who refuse to move peacefully to the other side.

Roy Pulsifer (Bridges), a marshal from the 1800s, has spent his career with the legendary police force known as R.I.P.D. tracking monstrous spirits who are cleverly disguised as ordinary people. His mission: to arrest and bring to justice a special brand of criminals trying to escape final judgment by hiding among the unsuspecting on Earth.

Once the wisecracking Roy is assigned former rising star Nick Walker (Reynolds) as his junior officer, the new partners have to turn grudging respect into first-class teamwork. When they uncover a plot that could end life as we know it, these two must miraculously restore the cosmic balance or watch the tunnel to the afterlife begin sending angry souls the very wrong way. Mary-Louise Parker plays the duo’s boss, and Kevin Bacon is Walker’s pre-death partner.

The Conjuring

(July 19)

Based on a true story, this is the frightening tale of what happened when paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren were called upon to help a 1970s Rhode Island family terrorized by a dark presence in a secluded farmhouse. Forced to confront a demonic entity, the Warrens find themselves caught in the most terrifying case of their lives. Vera Farmiga (Up in the Air, TV’s Bates Motel) and Patrick Wilson (Prometheus) star as the Warrens, and Ron Livingston and Lili Taylor portray Robert and Carolyn Perron, the residents of the house.

Based on positive reactions from two test screenings, the film was moved from a fall to a July release, a crowded time for Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters. Haunted house pictures have become a sub-genre of screen horror, with films such as The Amityville Horror, Dark Skies, The Woman in Black and The Others doing their best to make folks think twice about staying home alone.

The Conjuring resonates particularly because its central characters are not ordinary people, but a team who have spent years studying paranormal happenings. Seeing events through their eyes gives viewers a chance to question their own skepticism as mysterious occurrences escalate.

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Blue Jasmin

(July 26)

Woody Allen has recently used London, Paris and Rome as settings in his movies, but he returns to American shores in this dark comedy about a high society New York wife (Cate Blanchett) and husband (Alec Baldwin). When the husband goes to jail for fraudulent financial dealings, à la Bernie Madoff, the wife must deal with the emotional and economic aftermath as she struggles to build a life without his illegally obtained wealth. She also must cope with the ire of the investors who trusted him.

The film co-stars Bobby Canavale, Louis C.K., Andrew Dice Clay, Sally Hawkins and Peter Sarsgaard.

The Wolverine (July 26)

In this Marvel character’s second solo spinoff, Wolverine heads to modern-day Japan. In an unfamiliar setting, he faces a life-and-death battle that will leave him forever changed. Vulnerable for the first time and pushed to his physical and emotional limits, he confronts both lethal samurai and his inner struggle against his own immortality. Hugh Jackman returns from the 19th century France of Les Miserables to reprise his role as the fierce fighting machine with incredible healing powers, retractable claws and a primal fury.

The production suffered a major setback when original director Darren Aronofsky dropped out. He was replaced by James Mangold (3:10 to Yuma) in June 2011, but Jackman was then shooting Les Miserables. Given the luxury of extra time, Mangold finessed the script, giving it the atmosphere he wanted. Famke Janssen and Brian Tee co-star.

300: Rise of an Empire

(August 2)

Since 2007’s 300 was a megahit, a sequel was inevitable. The problem: most of the characters in that blockbuster didn’t survive. Therefore, this sequel tells a parallel story focusing on the naval conflict between the Persians and the Athenians. Based on Frank Miller’s latest graphic novel, Xerxes, and told in the same striking visual style of 300, this new chapter of the epic takes the action to a battlefield on the sea as Greek general Themistokles attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war.

The film pits Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes, and Artemisia, vengeful commander of the Persian navy. The action adventure stars Sullivan Stapleton (Gangster Squad) as Themistokles and Eva Green (Dark Shadows, Casino Royale) as Artemisia. Lena Headey reprises her starring role from 300 as the Spartan queen, Gorgo. Others in the cast include Hans Matheson (Aeskylos), David Wehham (Dilios) and Rodrigo Santoro (Persian King Xerxes).

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2 Guns

(August 2)

Alfred Hitchcock would have loved this variation of a plot he mined for years—placing a person in danger and having him struggle his way out through ingenuity. This time there are two protagonists. For the past year, U.S. naval intelligence officer Marcus Stigman (Mark Wahlberg) and DEA agent Bobby Trench (Denzel Washington) have been on a covert mission to infiltrate a powerful narcotics syndicate. In the criminal underworld, trust comes in short supply. Stigman and Trench have been forced to work as partners, but continue to eye one another with an air of suspicion. Nevertheless, both men realize their only hope for survival is to stick together after a sensitive mission involving a Mexican drug cartel goes horribly wrong. Their identities compromised as their respective agencies deny any knowledge of their existence, Stigman and Trench must now elude capture by the authorities while using their acute criminal know-how to strike back at the ruthless gangsters who would sooner see them dead than rotting away behind bars. Bill Paxton, Edward James Olmos, Paula Patton and James Marsden co-star.

Icelandic filmmaker Baltasar Kormakur (Contraband) directs.

Elysium (August 9)

This science-fiction drama takes place in 2159, when the world has been divided into two classes. The wealthy elite live aboard the orbital space station of the title and the rest of humanity attempts to survive below on a dying Earth. Max (Matt Damon) is a resident of Earth who gets irradiated at his factory job and must break into Elysium to cure himself using the station’s advanced medical technology. His plan involves abducting an Elysian resident (William Fichtner) and making a brain-to-brain transfer. Max’s efforts cause Elysium’s Secretary Delacourt (Jodie Foster) to send Kruger (Sharlto Copley, District 9) to stop him. If Max’s plan succeeds, he could save not only his own life, but that of millions of people on Earth as well.

Director Neill Blomkamp touches on a number of social issues, including immigration, health care, the unequal distribution of wealth and pollution. In fact, a major sequence was filmed at one of the world’s largest garbage dumps in Mexico City, with actors enduring the horrible stench for two weeks.

We’re the Millers

(August 9)

David Burke (Jason Sudeikis) is a small-time pot dealer whose clientele includes chefs and soccer moms, but no kids. After all, he has his scruples. Preferring to keep a low profile for obvious reasons, he learns the hard way that no good deed goes unpunished when he attempts to help out some local teens and winds up getting jumped by a trio of street thugs. Stealing his stash and his cash, they leave him in major debt to his supplier, Brad (Ed Helms). In order to wipe the slate clean and maintain an unbroken body, David must now become a big-time drug smuggler by bringing Brad’s latest shipment—1,500 kilos of marijuana—in from Mexico. Twisting the arms of his neighbors, cynical stripper Rose (Jennifer Aniston), wannabe customer Kenny (Will Poulter) and sullen, streetwise teen Casey (Emma Roberts), he devises a foolproof plan to elude the border patrol. One fake wife, two pretend kids and a huge RV later, the “Millers” are headed south of the border for a Fourth of July weekend that is sure to end pyrotechnically. Throwing this odd assortment of characters together, along with Ms. Aniston’s more revealing scenes, should enliven the tried-and-true comedy road trip genre.

Dennis Seuling, a resident of Maywood, can be reached at Dendrac@aol.com.

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The dangers of warm weather exercise

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he hottest days of summer are upon us, and although your head won’t pop open with steam coming out, special care should be taken while exercising to avoid the hazards of overheating. As the temperature and humidity rise, so does the incidence of environmental heat-related exertional illnesses. Whether you’re an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, it’s important to understand heat illness, preventative measures and treatment options. Some of the dangers of exercising in the heat without being prepared include sunburn, dehydration, hyponatremia, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Exercising in hot weather puts extra stress on your body systems. Both the exercise itself and the air temperature increase your core body temperature. To help keep cool, your body pumps more blood to circulate near the skin. But this

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leaves less blood to pump to the muscles, which are already working hard, so this increases your heart rate. Exercising in humid conditions causes another problem. Evaporating sweat from your skin is a major tool for cooling your body. Since sweat doesn’t readily evaporate from your skin in humid weather, your body faces additional stress, pushing your body temperature even higher.

Normally, sweating regulates our body temperature. However, a number of factors can limit the sweat mechanism, including intense exercise in high temperatures or high humidity, age, obesity, fever, dehydration, illness, medications and alcohol. When an athlete develops a heat illness, it usually occurs after prolonged exertion and excessive sweating that leads, first to dehydration, and then to electrolyte imbalances. If you are not in shape, or if you have any of the above

risk factors, this process can develop quickly. And the hotter and more humid it gets, the greater the risk.

Natural cooling systems will fail if you’re exposed to high temperatures and humidity for too long, you sweat heavily and you don’t drink enough fluids. The result may be a heat-related illness. Heat illnesses include: Sunburn, causing fluid loss and decreasing your ability to cool yourself, increases your risk of permanent skin damage, premature aging and skin cancer.

Dehydration refers to an inadequate amount of fluid in the body (losing more than two percent of body weight during exercise). Athletes, especially those who participate in endurance sports or long workouts, need to stay hydrated for optimal performance. Studies have found that a loss of two or more percent of one’s body weight due to sweating is linked to a

drop in blood volume. When this occurs, the heart works harder to move blood through the bloodstream. This can lead to muscle cramps, dizziness, fatigue and other heat illnesses.

Hyponatremia, most commonly associated with prolonged exertion during sustained, high-intensity endurance activities such as marathons or triathlons, is attributable to excess free water intake, which fails to replenish the sometimes massive sodium losses that result from sweating. Symptoms of hyponatremia can vary from lightheadedness, malaise, nausea, to altered mental status. Risk factors include hot weather, female athletes/exercisers, poor performance and possibly the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications.

Heat cramps are painful muscle contractions, mainly affecting the calves, quadriceps and abdominals. Affected muscles may feel firm to the touch. Your body temperature may be normal.

Heat exhaustion can cause your body temperature to rise as high as 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) and you may experience nausea, vomiting, headache, fainting, weakness and cold, clammy skin. If left untreated, this can lead to heatstroke.

Heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency condition that occurs when your body temperature is greater than 104 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius).

Your skin may be hot, but your body may stop sweating to help cool itself. You may develop confusion and irritability, and need immediate medical attention to prevent brain damage, organ failure or even death.

Warning Signs

Signs and symptoms of heat-related illness include: Muscle cramps Nausea or vomiting Weakness

Headache Dizziness Confusion If you develop any of these symptoms, you must lower your body temperature and get hydrated. Stop exercising immediately and get out of the heat. If possible, have someone stay with you who can help monitor your condition. Remove extra clothing or sports equipment.

Drink fluids such as water or a sports drink. If possible, fan your body or wet it down with cool water. If you don’t feel better within 30 minutes, contact your doctor.

If you have signs of heatstroke, seek immediate medical help.

Once you’ve had heatstroke, you’re at a higher risk of getting a heat illness again.

Get cleared by your doctor before you return to exercise if you’ve had heatstroke.

Avoiding Heat Illness

Watch the weather. Pay attention to weather forecasts and heat alerts. Know what the temperature is expected to be for the duration of your planned outdoor activity. More important than temperature alone, is the heat index, the combination of air temperature and humidity that gives a description of how the temperature actually feels. This is not the actual air temperature. Most weather reports include the heat index along with the temperature. When the heat index is at or over 90 degrees Fahrenheit, take extreme caution before exercising outdoors.

Get acclimated. If you’re used to exercising indoors or in cooler weather, take it easy when you initially exercise in the heat. As your body adapts to the heat over the course of one to two weeks, gradually increase the length and intensity of your workouts. Acclimate to exercising outdoors, altitude and physical condiContinued on pg. 92

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tion. General rule of thumb is 10-14 days for adults and 14-21 days for children (prepubescent) and older adults (over 60 years). Children and older adults are less heat tolerant and have a less effective thermoregulatory system.

Know your fitness level. If you’re unfit or new to exercise, be extra cautious when working out in the heat. Your body may have a lower heat tolerance.

Reduce your exercise intensity and take frequent breaks.

Drink plenty of fluids. Hydrate your body before, during and after your workout. If you wait until you’re thirsty, it’s usually too late. Monitoring your weight loss and ingesting chilled volumes of fluid during exercise at a rate equal to that lost from sweating is a better method to preventing dehydration. If you plan to exercise intensely or for longer than one hour, consider a sports drink instead of water.

Sports drinks can replace the sodium, chloride and potassium you lose through sweating. Avoid alcoholic drinks because they can actually promote fluid loss. During hot weather training, dehydration occurs more frequently and has more severe consequences.

Rapid fluid replacement is not recommended for rehydration. Rapid replacement of fluid stimulates increased urine production, which reduces the body water retention.

Individuals involved in a short bout of exercise are generally fine with water fluid replacement of an extra 8-16 ounces. A sports drink (with salt and potassium) is suggested for exercise lasting longer than an hour, such as a marathon, and at a rate of about 16-24 ounces an hour, depending upon the amount you sweat and the heat index.

Replace fluids after long bouts of exercise (greater than an hour) at a rate of 16 ounces of fluid per pound of body weight lost during exercise.

Dress appropriately. Lightweight, loose fitting clothing helps sweat evaporate and keeps you cooler. Try cotton or “wicking” fabrics, which move sweat away from your body. Avoid dark colors, which can absorb heat. If possible, wear a light-colored, wide-brimmed hat.

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Avoid midday sun. Exercise in the morning or evening when it’s likely to be cooler outdoors. Hit the streets before 10am and after 3pm. Another stay-cool tip: Run or walk on dirt paths instead of sun-absorbing pavement. If possible, exercise in shady areas or do a water workout in a pool.

Wear sunscreen. Even on cloudy days, use a sunscreen with a rating of at least SPF-15, dependent upon skin type. Re-apply every two hours. Use an oil-free formula that won’t interfere with your body’s ability to cool itself down; select a sweat-proof variety to prevent sunscreen from irritating your eyes. Clothing with tight weaves, sunglasses and a lightweight brimmed hat also help block the sun’s harmful rays.

Listen to your body. If you notice any symptoms of heat illness, stop your workout. It’s not a good idea to “push yourself” in extreme heat. If you feel bad, use common sense and discontinue your workout Know you choices. If you’re concerned about the heat or humidity, stay indoors. Work out at the gym, walk laps inside the mall or climb stairs inside an airconditioned building.

It is important to prepare ahead of time for exercise in extreme heat. Wear clothes that are lightweight, light-colored and breathe easily to allow for proper ventilation of the skin. Apply sunscreen on any exposed skin and drink lots of water.

If possible, avoid the peak hours of the day when the temperature is at its highest. When you do begin, start slowly and gradually pick up the pace to allow your body to get accustomed to the heat. On extreme heat days, remain indoors and stay cool. By exercising a little heat sense and precaution care, we can help prevent serious injury and keep fit when engaging in hot-weather exercise.

Dr. Michael Gross , the founder and director of Active Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, is the section chief of sports medicine and the orthopedic director of the Center for Sports Medicine at Hackensack University Medical Center as well as medical director of Active Center for Health and Wellness. He can be contacted at drgross@activeorthopedic.com.

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Aston Martin’s All-New Flagship

Can it vanquish its enemies?

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ne of the fun parts of being involved in the automotive community is that far too often I am presented with the question: “who is your favorite automaker?” If I had to pick one—and only one—I’d have to go with Aston Martin.

It’s not a mystery why this company was selected as the ride of choice for James Bond. It’s slick without being over the top. (I’m looking at you, Ferrari and Lamborghini.)

The Vanquish is Aston Martin’s latest and greatest flagship fitted with a 6.0-liter V12 motor capable of producing 565

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horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. And there’s nothing quite like a proper engine.

In the age when V12s are dwindling due to their complexity and their lack of efficiency, the new Vanquish could be one of the last V12 great autos.

Stylish Looks

From the exterior, it’s everything you’d think an Aston would be. Classy and smartly designed, the long snout and short boot look never get old for me. The good news is that the marque decided to give its range-topping vehicle a bit more flair by taking some creative license from

the One-77 supercar. Note the newly designed rear taillights with those LEDs? How about those exposed carbon fiber bits on the front valence? It hints at something more.

I’d consider one of the most interesting elements of design the strong character line that makes its way from the side vents and is integrated into the passenger doors. A subtle reminder of the One-77.

Then there’s the C-Pillar, which is more relaxed than in the latest models. Typically there’s that harsh kink you see in the DB9, Rapide and Vantage; however, it is much more restrained and gives it a more

classic GT look.

Getting behind the wheel you’re confronted with a steering wheel that’s lifted straight from the One-77. It’s not a perfect circle nor does it feature a flat bottom as many high-end performance cars do today. Instead it can be best characterized as a square with a rounded off top and bottom. Personally, I love the circular ring that looks as though it’s PVD, just like my Bell & Ross BR-02. Behind the wheel you’ll find the instrument cluster that reminds me, once again, of a highend watch.

The real treat, however, can be found once you examine the center stack. The carbon fiber has a gorgeous, interlocking weave that is paradise to anyone with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

But here’s where things get interesting.

Gone are any of the buttons you’d typically see in a vehicle’s interior. Now you get something more akin to the touchsensitive controls you find in the Chevrolet Volt or all-new Toyota Avalon.

It’s a peculiar addition given that everything else has a whiff of old school.

Though I didn’t have nearly enough time to familiarize myself with the layout or the infotainment display, I will say that the dials that do exist

lack that confident feel you have in, say, a Bentley.

For me, this is made up largely by Aston Martin’s decision to incorporate the “hourglass” stitch into the leatherwork.

While many automakers have been using the status quo diamond-stitch pattern— the latest being Mercedes-Benz with its all-new S-Class sedan—the hourglass is a more inventive and tasteful take.

As expected, the back seats are useless in this vehicle, but the same can be said for all two plus twos. They’re really a two plus none. The good news is that even though I am 6’8” I fit like a glove in the driver’s seat with plenty of headroom— even while wearing a helmet—to spare.

But if you spent a day at the track, likely you wouldn’t be worrying about the way the vehicle is trimmed. You want to get your helmet on and make people force you out of the car. So, that’s what I did.

While I’ve discussed the V12 motor, I didn’t dive into the transmission. And it needs attention. That’s because rather than install a dual-clutch ’box, Aston decided to stick to a six-speed automatic.

According to Matthew Clarke, brand communications manager at Aston Martin The Americas, “The Touchtronic II [automatic] gearbox is lighter than dual clutch and offers the best of both worlds; compliant

around town, engaging when pressing on. It suits the car.”

I agree. I can attest to the fact it is a damn good transmission given its shortcomings on paper. When in Sport mode, the shifts come quick and smoothly.

One feature I have not seen on a vehicle previously is the ability to “preselect” gear changes. So, let’s say I am heading into turn two, I know it’s a second gear corner and I am approaching in fourth. I can click down my left-hand paddle two times, it “pre-selects” second and will shift down when the timing is just right. It’s an interesting touch—no pun intended—that’s for sure and will take some getting used to but it worked for me every time with great results.

Also, you have to keep in mind that while Aston sent me to a track, this vehicle isn’t meant to be a racecar—and it isn’t trying to be—like the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Of course, try telling that to buyers when they’re putting down nearly $300,000 big ones. They want the bragging rights.

How’s it go around the corners?

Though it may be a GT car, it does much better than you think, provided you have the suspension dialed up. What’s unique about the Vanquish is how much diversity you can get out of it. If you keep all the Sport settings off, you wind up with a leisurely and comfortable cruiser that will float in and out of the apex with a touch of body roll. But turn the settings on and it tightens up right away and corners Continued on pg. 96

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much, much flatter.

The two things that impressed me most were the suspension and the weighting of the steering. During the start of the day our instructors were a bit “curb happy,” I’d say. Though most folks do their best to stay off curbs on the track, the instructors put me onto it.

The remarkable part about this was how settled the Vanquish felt. It wasn’t jarring or punishing in any way. If I did that with a Porsche 911, I’d definitely feel the wrath of the curb. Not the case in the Vanquish. I would have loved to drive the Vanquish on public roads to see how it held up but it was track day, not real-world day.

In addition, the steering is perfect.

Am I shocked? No. My past Aston experience was just as rewarding. While Japanese manufacturers tend to go a bit light and darty and the Germans are going far too heavy and numb, the Vanquish has it down just right. Just heavy enough to give confidence, direct enough to ensure you’ve got control and are aware going into and exiting a turn. That’s something you want when you have over 550 horsepower being sent to the back.

The Result?

The biggest problem with the Vanquish? With a base price of $279,995 it’s pretty tough to compete with the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini’s offerings. While I’d argue they’re for a different type of buyer who’s looking for something more exotic and flashy, it will take a certain kind of character to choose the Aston over the others.

Buyers, nine times out of 10, shop with their wallets, not marketing categories.

In a more apples-to-apples comparison between GT cruisers, there’s no doubt in my mind that the Vanquish gobbles up the Bentley Continental GT day in and day out. Simply, the Vanquish does everything better.

Personally speaking, if I were spending 300 large I’d go with the Vanquish.

That’s because it does everything well and that’s precisely what I look for in a great automobile.

Richard Posluszny is a freelance writer based out of Bergen County.

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THE RETURN OF THE

JERSEY SHORE New Jerseyans prove we’re

Jersey Strong

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oing down the shore has a different meaning this Memorial Day. The usual excitement of years past is suppressed, with feelings of anxious half-hearted optimism filling those empty spaces where excitement normally reigned.

Like many people whose summers have been traditionally spent at the Jersey Shore, we are unsure of what to expect once we make it down to Exit 117 on the Parkway. Since Superstorm Sandy, only images of devastation have passed through the media’s many channels. What we are left with is a skepticism for the return of the enjoyable summers of the past, and a realization that the Jersey Shore will never be the same again.

Approximately 346,000 housing units in New Jersey were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane

Sandy’s wrath when it touched down on the memory-evoking stretch of coastline from Sandy Hook to Cape May back on October 29th. Precious lives were lost. Gas lines not seen since the Carter administration sprung up. A rollercoaster in Seaside Heights—the Jet Star—was left to rot in the Atlantic Ocean. It became the lasting symbol of what Sandy had been: a storm that uprooted most of what we had known for all of our lives. A constant reminder that this summer would be different than any other. The Jet Star sat idle, rusting away all winter and most of the spring, until it was removed just weeks ago.

Sandy’s wrath of destruction was felt up and down the Atlantic Coast. The Rockaways still see a life of normalcy as a distant dream. The storm did not just target the innocence of summer fun; it has forever changed the way we will live, rebuild

and prepare.

Chances are, at the very least, you lost power for a few days and were completely unaware that people had lost their homes. In Bergen County, towns became neighborhoods again. Neighbors put aside their frivolous quarrels to help each other when it mattered most.

“Jersey Strong” isn’t just a phrase.

For most residents, it is a mindset by which we deal with any circumstances thrown at us. Superstorm Sandy showed us the destructive power of Mother Nature, followed by the generosity of human nature.

That is why, with only seven months since the tragic hurricane, we can proudly proclaim that the Jersey Shore is back.

Inch by inch, boardwalks are being rebuilt and houses are springing back up.

This summer may be the beginning of a “new normal,” but it will be done the Jersey way—with unwavering pride and undefeatable resolution.

For the past few Memorial Day weekends, we could be found at our old college friend’s house in Sea Bright. We’d start our trip from Exit 165, blasting tunes and enjoying the May sun on the trip down the Parkway. Once there, we’d stuff our faces with burgers and corn on the cob, and our friend’s famous Butternut squash mac & cheese. (You have to try this stuff, a healthier and more delicious play on an old classic.) We would drink, reminisce and go out to Sea Bright’s coastal bars to enjoy some nightlife entertainment.

The only thing that separated our friend’s home from the beach was a sea wall.

When the storm hit we were left thinking: would there be any home left at all?

I recalled a story her father told me about when he had built the house. He explained to me that if I were to pick up a chair and throw it at the window as hard as I could, it would just bounce off. I was tempted to try, though I doubt he was actually challenging me. Truthfully, this house would laugh at a hurricane.

Of course, the whole shoreline was evacuated, and it wasn’t until days later that our friend was able to even know if her house still stood. They knew of the devastation to the area, but nothing of how her home had fared. It must have been a nerve racking few days.

Jet Star being removed after months idling in the Atlantic

A barren Sea Bright Beach still recovering from Sandy

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When she was finally able to go home, there were three feet of sand in her basement, but beyond that, everything was fine. Of course, our first thought was that she should keep the sand there so we could have beach parties all winter long. As silly as that sounded, humor was our best way of dealing with our broken hearts.

Unfortunately, most of Sea Bright wasn’t built to laugh at a hurricane’s strength. Its construction, most of which took place in the ’70s, never saw hurricanes as a potentially and completely destructive threat. Whole buildings once prominently standing over Ocean Avenue were now just a pile of rubble.

This Memorial Day we headed there again. We found a town no longer reeling, but rebuilding. An aura of hope and recovery—rather than loss and woe—fills the chilled sea air. Much of the town is currently under the process of being rebuilt stronger, so this can never happen again. Building codes are being changed and people are being smarter.

The Jersey Shore is a place almost synonymous with summer. Jersey residents from Bergen County down to Ocean County experience their firsts there: first corndogs (for better or

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worse), first kisses, first loves, and maybe even first break-ups. It was where one of us first met Canadians, as they drove down in hordes from Montreal to enjoy the Jersey beaches.

The Shore has special meaning for all of us, which is why the storm was so impactful.

Take Frank Sementa, the longtime owner of D’Jais down in Belmar.

Back in the ’70s, Frank was in a band called Holme and he’d be the first to tell you that he lived the lifestyle associated with a Jersey Shore rocker. If

you were ever in Belmar back in the day, then you may have heard him.

For most of the decade, Frank played at D’Jais four nights a week during the summer. Then, an opportunity came about to buy the place. Although it wasn’t exactly what he’d set out to do, he and his bass player wound up buying D’Jais and they’ve owned it ever since.

Over the years, Frank has seen many storms. Sandy was different.

“We’ve been through hurricanes, and we’ve been through nor’easters, and we’ve been through tropical storms, but we never took water on— ever,” Frank said. “Through all that time, there was never water. Never took water in the cellar. Not a drop of water. And this time the ocean just came; rose up and came in, crashed through the front doors, and filled the place up with water pretty much.”

While the damage to D’Jais was fortunately not catastrophic, it was significant. Pieces of the boardwalk were literally inside the club. Frank estimates the total cost being well over a million dollars.

The dance floor, where many a happy couple met for the first time, was unable to be used again. It was scrapped, and placed in the dumpster, but then one of the bartenders stopped by and

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took a picture and put it on Facebook.

It quickly went viral, and immediately D’Jais fans contacted the bar asking if they could buy a piece. Frank thought it would be a good way to raise money for those in need, so they bought a branding iron and started cutting up little pieces, placing the iconic D’Jais logo and shipping them out for $25.

One man came down and bought several pieces of the floor. He was building a new house with his wife, whom he’d met at D’Jais, and wanted to incorporate pieces of it into his home.

D’Jais is open for business again, and Frank says it won’t look a whole lot different—more or less just a new coat of paint. It took all winter to get to this point, and he says renovations are still going on, and will continue throughout the summer.

On Long Beach Island, Surflight Theatre in Beach Haven suffered more than $750,000 worth of damage. The theater itself, along with the offices and dressing rooms, were all under water. Suddenly, the prospect of this non-profit theater being open in time to celebrate its 64th season seemed like a distant reality.

For more than 60 years, Surflight Theatre has brought “Broadway to

the Beach.” Although things didn’t always look promising, Douglas Smith, company manager at Surflight, is proud to announce that, “Surflight is alive and open for business!”

With a summer schedule pack-ed full of performances by Broadway veterans and Broadway stars of tomorrow (interns), the 64th season at Surflight Theatre is bound to be its best yet.

If the shows are keeping you from being outside, check out Show Place Ice Cream Parlour. Here, servers have kept alive a 39-year-old tradition of musical routines and gimmicks that coincide with menu items. (Just be careful when you order the Phantom of the Opera.)

Although all of LBI hasn’t fully recovered from Sandy, these businesses opening their doors for the summer season are small but significant steps that show we are on the right track.

In Seaside Park, Chef Mike Jurusz, the owner and chef at Chef Mike’s ABG, saw much of the area around his restaurant destroyed. He was fortunate, and has spent much of the winter trying to get people excited about coming back this summer.

“I didn’t recognize any icons. I didn’t recognize anything. So for me,

I’m not going to lie—it brought a tear to my eye. I was very, very sad,” said Jurusz, a current resident of Bricktown, and a lifelong Jersey Shore resident.

Nobody knew that it was going to be as bad as this. In turn, Jurusz has been more generous than ever before with people coming to his restaurants.

“We have to give more back than we ever did to these people,” he explained.

People still need help, but at least for summer, Jurusz remains optimistic.

“I’m hoping for a fantastic summer,” he said.

After a massive catastrophe such as Sandy people feel moved to do something to help. One such person was Fairview Police Chief Frank Del Vecchio. After taking care of those impacted in Bergen County, Chief Del Vecchio headed down to the Shore. A trip to Seaside Heights brought back memories of eating cheese steaks at Midway Steakhouse. He recalled the Easter Egg Hunt in Point Pleasant. The scene on the shore in Sandy’s aftermath blew him away.

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cess story, Chief Del Vecchio ran down to Ground Zero this past September 11th in a fundraising effort for 9/11 victims. He thought about doing a longer run, and eventually came up with the seemingly crazy idea to run down to Seaside Heights. The journey was 106 miles long.

In preparation for his May 23rd run from Moonachie to Seaside, Del Vecchio began training on January 2nd, with the hope of raising $1 million for Sandy victims. People have donated steadily to the foundation that he created—The Run for Hope Foundation.

Del Vecchio hopes to be an inspiration. While rebuilding is going on,

ter everywhere. Homes and businesses had to be rebuilt, but nobody was seriously hurt. Jersey was strong.

“It was neighbors helping neighbors. Everybody was fantastic,” Mayor Barrella explained.

As for this summer, thanks to so much hard work, Point Pleasant Beach should be up and running.

“People should not really notice much of a difference,” Barrella said.

“I’m hoping that we have throngs of well-behaved tourists and have it be a great summer for everybody.”

Back on January 9th, Belmar broke ground on a new boardwalk.

They were the first Shore town to do

Some residents are still displaced because of the storm. People are still living in homes that are not their own.

Yet, in spite of all that the Shore has gone through, there is reason for optimism.

Mayor Doherty said that season beach passes for this summer are up.

Way up, in fact.

“We are up 30 percent over last year, 2012, and [2012] was the second-highest grossing revenue year ever at Belmar Beach,” he said.

The people of New Jersey are strong minded and a tight unit. Although we were battered and bruised we were never down and out. The game of politics may have gotten in the

Police Chief Frank Del Vecchio running to restore the Shore

many people still need help.

“People are still having huge, huge problems,” he said.

Many of New Jersey’s elected officials heeded the call during the Storm.

Governor Christie did a fine job, and remained confident and realistic through the immediate aftermath. (We just hope he washed that fleece.)

When we spoke with Mayor Vincent Barrella of Point Pleasant Beach back in April, 4,000 feet of the 5,200foot long boardwalk was already rebuilt.

At the time, he said that he expected it to be completed by Memorial Day. Barrella said the immediate aftermath was terrible. There was wa-

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so. Belmar has had a boardwalk since 1875. Not having one for 2013 was never an option.

“Both for the character of the town, and for the economic stability of the town, it was vitally important that we rebuild the boardwalk in time for Memorial Day weekend of 2013,” said Mayor Matthew Doherty, adding that 140 businesses rely on the tourist money from the summer season that the boardwalk helps bring in.

Fast forward to May 23rd. Governor Christie was on hand to celebrate the re-opening of the new boardwalk, joining Mayor Doherty and other elected officials.

way of getting the financial aid we needed and deserved, but that hasn’t stopped us from putting a strong foot forward. With a hammer in our hand and unbreakable pride in our hearts, we are Jersey Strong.

As always, this will be a great summer, but this year’s will be one for the ages. We’ll see you there.

Justin Davidson and Brandon Goldstein , both frequent contributors

to BC THE MAGAZINE, teamed up for this piece. Davidson is also contributing editor of Talk of the Town magazine; Goldstein is associate publisher of Talk of the Town.

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ew Jersey and New York are pretty well known for their food. In Bergen County, we have River Palm and The Brick House, Stony Hill Inn, Bacari Grill and Capital Grill just to name a few on a very long list.

Here, you can find almost every fare there is. There was just one thing missing.

For so long, the South has reigned supreme in great BBQ. Although they will forever hold the crown, there are several places staking their own claims to the best BBQ in the Northeast. From brisket to ribs, and all the fixin’s, these are the BBQ joints that will make your mouth water all summer long and far beyond.

Mighty Quinn’s Barbecue 103 2nd Avenue; New York, NY

Imagine you’re at Chipotle. You get in that cafeteria-style line, head up to the counter and begin ordering. Yet, instead of the burrito, you got some of the best, most tender brisket imaginable. That is

Mighty Quinn’s.

With their first location in the East Village a huge success, partners Christos Gourmos, Micha Magid and Hugh Mangum are bringing some of the finest BBQ around to lower Manhattan.

As a child in Texas, Pit Master Hugh Mangum began his journey through the BBQ world. With sim-

Christos, Micha and Hugh have already staked their claim as the East Village’s best BBQ, consistently delivering on their promise of excellence.

Now, they are hungry for more. With another store opening in Manhattan’s Financial District in early 2014, they also have plans to bring their incredible BBQ to Bergen County. I can’t wait.

Blue Smoke

116 East 27th Street; New York, NY (the original)

ple curiosity and a big appetite, Hugh went in search of some of the locale’s best BBQ offerings. Not long after, his passion for BBQ became his craft. Like artwork on a plate, his Texalina BBQ, a combination of Texas and Carolina styles, is now his masterpiece.

Mighty Quinn’s represents a concept not seen before: the combination of slow cooking with a fast, casual experience. There was a question of how to feed the masses quickly while their briskets must smoke for so many hours.

“New Yorkers aren’t the waiting type, so we must offer quick service without sacrificing quality or flavor,” Christos explained to me while I chomped down on the best sweet potato casserole I’ve ever tasted.

The owners of Mighty Quinn’s are steadfast in their commitment of offering the best experience possible in every way. The “Texalina”-style BBQ has to be on point, made with the best homegrown USA and all-natural

meats and poultry out there. And it has to be consistent; it has to taste the same every time. The service, even at a cafeteria-style establishment, has to be friendly and efficient. Christos and his partners demand it.

Adding to the experience is the layout: a long communal table, followed by smaller settings for two or four, are all lined up in a row, paralleled by a counter that runs the length of the eatery. When it’s nice out, the garage door front façade is opened along with all the side windows, allowing people to enjoy the weather as they sit and enjoy one of Mighty Quinn’s locally selected craft beers and get messy with their phenomenal brisket, pulled pork, smoked sausage, wings, chicken or “Brontosaurus Rib” (literally the size of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s forearm, yet most likely way better tasting).

In 1985, Danny Meyer opened Union Square Café. Since then, he has become one of New York City’s most notable restaurateurs, with restaurant openings ranging from Gramercy Tavern to Shake Shack under his belt.

Danny, like many others, realized there were really no great BBQ joints in Manhattan. He teamed up with Executive Chef, pitmaster and partner Kenny Callaghan to create Blue Smoke. More than 10 years later, Danny and Kenny found the perfect blend of New York City’s rough attitude with the warmth of southern charm, and boxed it into restaurant form. What you get is an eatery with excellent food, phenomenal service—something Danny Meyers and his Union Square Hospitality Group has built their reputation upon—and an atmosphere that, for a couple hours, transports you to the blues clubs of Memphis or the nofrills BBQ joints of Texas, while also offering the award-winning food New Continued on pg. 106

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Yorkers have come to expect.

Kenny hasn’t just become an instrumental part in Blue Smoke, but an integral part of bringing the best BBQ to the Northeast. He is the co-founder of the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, an event that draws the nation’s top pitmasters to New York City every June.

His dedication not only to his craft, but his dream of making New York a BBQ food destination is now being realized.

As with anything Danny Meyers is associated with, the food selection represents complex taste through simple ingredients. You’ll see something like the St. Louis Toasted Ravioli on the menu, which is filled with braised pork and served with a smoked tomato dipping sauce, and realize that it’s a New York dish with southern flair, something Kenny takes much pride in.

With a large and varied menu, everyone is likely to find something delicious they’ll love. Rather than focusing on one style of BBQ, Kenny and his team have combined them all, from North Carolina pulled pork to Kansas City Spare, Texas dry-rubbed or Memphis baby back ribs. Tender, juicy, and falling off the bone, the Rib Sampler gives you a finger-lickin’ taste of all

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three. And in case you were wondering, you must order the mac & cheese; it’s to die for.

Even more exciting, though, is the Jazz club (Jazz Standard) underneath the restaurant. Every night of the week, you can walk down, see and hear an extraordinary lineup of worldclass jazz musicians, while indulging on Blue Smoke’s award-winning BBQ. It doesn’t get much better than that.

Cubby’s

249 South River Street; Hackensack, NJ

I can honestly say, my first foray into BBQ, and definitely the delicious world of ribs, was Cubby’s. A mainstay in Hackensack for 26 years, the casual atmosphere promotes a dining experience that brings in the truck driver on his way through as well as the judge grabbing a quick lunch before heading back to the courthouse.

Owner Bobby Egan is still heavily involved in the operation, though he’s moved on to more challenging tasks, such as working toward peaceful diplomacy with North Korea. Yes, you heard correctly. In his book, Eating with the Enemy: How I waged Peace with North

Korea from my BBQ Shack in Hackensack, Bobby goes through the story of how he almost successfully garnered a peaceful relationship between the U.S. and North Korea. Something to read over a King Sizzling Sirloin Steak, perhaps?

If it’s greasy—and I mean that as a compliment—Cubby’s has it. Its menu is long and large, much like its rack of ribs. You can order anything your heart desires—a steak, hot dogs, burgers with any cheese, pork sandwiches, and fish and shrimp platters.

I confess, I am a life-long Cubby’s eater. In many ways, it has probably made me the man, at least size wise, that I am today. Yet, I haven’t eaten most of the items on the menu. I just can’t get past the ribs. The times I do have Cubby’s, which must number from ten to a dozen times a year, the rack with a sweet potato is what I get every time, without thought. I know from friends, though, that Cubby’s other items are just as incredible.

The inside of the eatery is nothing special. Simple booths with tables that look like they haven’t changed for years still manage to lend a certain kind of homey personality to the place.

Right when you come in, you’re greeted by the boisterous and friendly voice of someone who wants to take your order. However, it’ll take more than a few minutes just to digest the entire menu, which spans some 25 feet across the whole counter.

If you’re looking for a simple, nofrills bite of BBQ, Cubby’s is your best bet. With Bobby Egan’s commitment to food and service, which almost ended global tensions, you’re sure to enjoy a trip to Cubby’s.

Bourbon BBQ

529 Goffle Road; Wyckoff, NJ

My tour of the area’s best BBQ

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brought me to a realization that 1) there is a lot of delicious BBQ around here and 2) they are all very different, with distinct styles and diverse dishes that stand out above the rest. The ribs at Bourbon BBQ were good, don’t get me wrong, but the fried chicken was some of the best I’ve ever tasted.

Bourbon BBQ’s fried chicken was as crispy as could be, but with tender, juicy, white meat that had me exclaiming “wow” mid bite. If you’re going to splurge on the calories, this is one dish I suggest. I’d say it is by far the best in Bergen County.

The chicken isn’t all that Bourbon BBQ is about, though. The restaurant has a simple country theme; the classic tin cola signs hanging on the walls, the red-and-white checkered tablecloths and wood floors, along with friendly service that rivals southern hospitality, all provide you with an escape from the typical Bergen County eatery. Since opening in 2006, and having been completely renovated in 2011, the place is clean, kind to the eye, and has been serving some fine food!

Owner Michael Feygin wouldn’t have it any other way. The pitmaster and BBQ contest judge has seen what’s out

there in BBQ competitions and brought the best of it back to his restaurant. On the wall hangs Mike’s certificate that officially gives him the title of Kentucky Colonel. I wasn’t totally sure what that meant, but let’s just assume it means he’s damn good with a smoker!

The simple red-and-white checkered tablecloths are loveable, but the roll of paper towel on the table tells you that this place means business.

When you go to Bourbon BBQ—and you must go—be sure to check out the Popcorn Kale as a starter. The typically boring, dirty-tasting lettuce is flash fried and lightly seasoned with Bourbon BBQ’s mix of spices and olive oil, and that makes all the difference.

What you get is a perfectly crispy bowl

of absolutely delicious kale. (I never thought I’d say that.)

The sauces are all homemade at Bourbon BBQ, too. You have four options: the Delta, the Spicy XXX, the Kansas City and their nameless but just as delicious vinegar-based sauce (the other three are tomato-based). The Kansas City and Delta were superb; the Spicy XXX was too hot for my liking, but I’m a wimp.

Bourbon BBQ offers two types of ribs: the Bourbon BBQ Ribs, which are the eatery’s signature dry-rubbed spare ribs, and its Yankee Back Ribs, dry rubbed and then served wet in Delta sauce. Both are worthy of BBQ awards.

The members of the staff do warn you: if you don’t come early enough, they might run out. The demand always exceeds the supply, and that is something they are proud of. That’s what makes BBQ unique. The smoker is only so large, and with all the other items—the briskets and the slowsmoked pork—you can only serve so many ribs. Whatever you do, make sure you get a taste.

Blind Boar BBQ

595 Broadway; Norwood, NJ

With a slogan that reads: “Life’s too short for ordinary food,” I was already pretty intrigued by this place. Since my health freak

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friends will say, “Life’s too short because of all the BBQ food,” I wanted to see if this place was at least worth my inevitably shorter life. Apologies for being morbid, but I just love great BBQ! Blind Boar hasn’t been open very long. In August, it will be two years.

Although they are steadily building a great base of customers, they often find people don’t even know they exist, as they are sort of tucked away across the firehouse in Norwood. So, in trying to introduce themselves to the community, they’ve taken on a mindset that Blind Boar BBQ isn’t just a place for the BBQ lover, but a place for the whole BBQ lovin’ family. On Sundays, kids 12 and under eat for free. Even better, they can go play the arcade games while mommy and daddy enjoy their meal.

Owners Mario Rodriguez, Kelly Robinson and Finton Seeley (of the Porter House) all love food and drink.

That is evident when you learn that they do all the butchering in-house. Although it may seem like a small detail that is often left out, it shows their extraordinary desire to procure the perfect cuts of quality meats, and cutting out a middleman who may not share that same passion.

Pitmaster Justin Manzi oversees the entire operation. From the butcher’s block all the way until the dish arrives in front of you, Justin ensures that each dish fits Blind Boar’s high standards, before ever being measured by yours.

As I sat down to order, Mario jumped in and said this: “People ask me what to have, and I ask them what they have to do today. We have dishes here that are perfect for the lazy day sitting in front of the TV, but we also have dishes that are light and won’t leave you in a food coma for hours.” Still skeptical that this was even possible at a BBQ restaurant, I nevertheless put myself in Mario’s hands to let him show me.

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my interest immediately. What is Fire Roasted Bacon Jam? Well, Applewood bacon is slow-cooked in a large kettle with coffee, brown sugar and maple syrup. What you get is incredible bacon flavored, but not overwhelmingly so, with jam. Slap it on some Texas toast and you have quite an appetizer. You couldn’t go wrong with the crispy pickle chips or fried green tomatoes, either.

If you’re in the mood for a sandwich, the slow-smoked brisket grilled cheese is outstanding. Served on rye with Gruyere and slaw seasoned with homemade house sauce, it’s hard to beat, and lighter on the belly than I had anticipated.

If you’re looking for something heftier, there are the usuals—Memphis spare ribs, Dr. Pepper baby backs (made with delicious homemade sauce with the Dr. as a main ingredient), the pulled pork or brisket. They also had a phenomenal roast chicken, which is something we rarely find in any restaurant, let alone a BBQ joint.

Lastly, they have “The Killer” combo platter. Typically something a family of four would order, the dish has now been made into a competition. If you can eat the ½ rack of baby backs, ½ rack of spare ribs, ½ chicken, sizeable serving of pulled pork, plus four sides of your choosing and a piece of garlic bread, you win. Of course, your heart loses. But isn’t that worth the picture on the wall?

The competitions, arcade and quantity of gluten-free items, not to mention Blind Boar BBQ’s great beer selection of local and craft favorites, all provide for a fun atmosphere for the entire family. The “garage sale chic” décor—people sometimes trade in their antiques for a meal—give the place even more country character. With daily specials such as chicken and waffles, and with all-you-can-eat prime rib night and all-you-can-eat rib night on Wednesdays and Thursdays, respectively, Blind Boar promises great BBQ and great times any day you choose.

As many restaurants on this list believed, the best option was to take a look at all the BBQ types throughout the nation, and take cues from each of them when preparing their menu.

These restaurants have worked tirelessly to bring food prepared with a passion for the craft of BBQ to the table, consistently, every day. With summer here, it’s time to put down that spatula and stop pretending you know what you’re doing. Having your own smoker seems to be the new craze, but please people, let the professionals handle it.

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American (Contemporary & Traditional) The Abbey Ramsey Golf and Country Club 105 Lakeside Drive, Ramsey, 201-818-9298 Allendale Bar & Grill 67 W. Allendale Ave. Allendale, 201-327-3197 Assembly Seafood Grill and Steakhouse 495 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, 201-568-2616 Bacari Grill 800 Ridgewood Rd., Washington Township, 201-358-6330 The Barn 359 Sicomac Ave., Wyckoff, 201-848-0108 Bicycle Club 487 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, 201-894-0880 Biddy O’Malley’s Irish Bistro and Bar 191 Paris Ave., Northvale, 201-564-7893 Bonefish Grille 601 From Rd., Paramus, 201-261-2355 Brady’s at the Station 5-7 W. Main St., Ramsey, 201-327-9748 The Brick House 179 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff, 201-848-1211 Cafe Amici of Wyckoff 315 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff, 201-848-0198 Chakra W. 144 Route 4E, Paramus, 201-566-1530

Harvest Bistro 252 Schraalenburg Rd., Closter, 201-750-9966

Ridgewood Fare 26 Wilsey Square, Ridgewood, 201-857-8400

Ho-Ho-Kus Inn and Tavern 1 East Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus, 201-445-4115

Rolling Pin Café 341 Broadway, Westwood, 201-666-4660

Houston’s The Shops at Riverside, Rt. 4W, Hackensack, 201-488-5677 Iron Horse 20 Washington Ave., Westwood, 201-445-2666 Ivy Inn 68 Terrace Ave., Hasbrouck Heights, 201-393-7699 Jackson Hole 362 Grand Ave., Englewood, 201-871-7444 Janice A Bistro 23 Sheridan Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus, 201-445-2666 Joe’s American Bar & Grill Garden State Plaza (Rtes. 17 & 4), Paramus, 201-843-8858 Mahwah Bar & Grill 2 Island Rd., Mahwah, 201-529-8056 Mason Jar 221 Ramapo Valley Rd., Mahwah, 201-529-2302 Nellie’s Place 9 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick, 201-652-8626 Oceanos 2-27 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn, 201-796-0546

Crow’s Nest 309 Vincent Ave., Hackensack, 201-342-5445

Palmer’s Crossing 145 Dean Dr. (Clinton Ave.), Clinton Inn Hotel, Tenafly, 201-567-4800

Davey’s Irish Pub & Restaurant Kinderkamack Rd. & Grand Ave., Montvale, 201-391-9356

Peppercorns 176 Colony Ave., Park Ridge, 201-391-2818

Emerson Hotel 31 Emerson Plaza, Emerson, 201-262-7557

Picnic, the Restaurant 14-25 Plaza Rd. N. (Fair Lawn Ave.), Fair Lawn, 201-796-2700

Esty Street 86 Spring Valley Rd., Park Ridge, 201-307-1515

P.J. Finnegan’s 274 Fairview Ave., Westwood, 201-664-7576

Fire and Oak 100 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Montvale, 201-307-1100

Railroad Café 170 Union Ave., East Rutherford, 201-939-0644

Glen Rock Inn 222 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, 800-400-2362

Regina’s 827 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck, 201-862-1996

Griffin’s 44 Madison Ave., Cresskill, 201-541-7575

Restaurant L 9 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale, 201-785-1112

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Rotunda Garden State Plaza (Rtes. 17 & 4), Paramus, 201-291-1920 Smith Brothers Saloon 51 N. Broad St., Ridgewood, 201-444-8111 St. Eve’s Restaurant (BYO) 611 N. Maple Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus,201-857-4717 Stony Hill Inn 231 Polify Rd. (Rt. 80), Hackensack, 201-342-4085 Victoria’s 336 Queen Anne Rd., Teaeck, 201-801-0888 Village Green 36 Prospect St., Ridgewood, 201-445-2914 Waterside 7800 B River Rd., North Bergen, 201-861-7767

Chinese

Golden Dynasty 825 Franklin Lakes Rd., Franklin Lakes, 201-891-7866 295 Kinderkamack Rd., Hillsdale, 201-358-8685 Golden Pond 147 N. Kinderkamack Rd., Montvale, 201-930-8811 Look See 259 N. Franklin Tpke. (Rt. 17S), Ramsey, 201-327-1515 P.F. Chang’s The Shops at Riverside, Rt. 4W, Hackensack, 201-646-1565

Continental Cuisine

Fountainview Restaurant Sheraton Crossroads, 1 International Blvd.

(Rt. 17N), Mahwah, 201-529-1313 Rudy’s 107 Anderson Ave., Hackensack, 201-489-4831

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

Baumgart’s Café 59 The Promenade, Edgewater, 201-313-3889 45 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood, 201-569-6267 158 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood, 201-612-5688

Café Panache (BYO) 130 E. Main St. (Lake St.), Ramsey, 201-934-0030

Le Jardin 1257 River Rd., Edgewater, 201-224-9898 Madeleine’s Petite Paris 416 Tappan Rd., Northvale, 201-767-0063 Saddle River Inn 2 Barnstable Ct., Saddle River, 201-825-4016

Continental/ Italian

Bibi’z Restaurant and Lounge 384 Center Ave., Westwood 201-722-8600

Café Matisse (BYO) 167 Park Ave., Rutherford, 201-935-2995 Natalie’s 16-18 South Broad St., Ridgewood, 201-444-7887 Park & Orchard 240 Hackensack St. (Union Ave.), East Rutherford, 201-939-9292

Andrea’s (BYO) 26 E. Prospect St., Waldwick, 201-670-0275/201-670-7958

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

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

The Melting Pot 250 Center Ave., Westwood, 201-664-8877

Savini 168 West Crescent Ave., Allendale, 201-760-3700 Villa Amalfi 793 Palisades Ave. (Marion Ave.), Cliffside Park, 201-886-8626

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Axia Taverna 18 Piermont Rd., Tenafly, 201-569-5999 Daily Treat 177 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 201-652-9113

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It’s Greek to Me 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 Taverna Mykonos 238 Broadway, Elmwood Park, 201-703-9200 Varka 30 North Spruce St., Ramsey, 201-995-9333

Indian

Mela Authentic Indian Cuisine 47 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 201-445-6060 Namaskaar 120 Grand Ave., Englewood, 201-567-0061

Italian

Aldo & Gianni 108 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Montvale, 201-391-6866 Aldo’s (BYO) 393 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff, 201-891-2618 A Mano 24 Franklin Ave. (at Chestnut St.), Ridgewood, 201-493-2000

RESTAURANT GUIDE Amarone 63 Cedar Ln., Teaneck, 201-833-1897

Biagio’s 299 Paramus Rd., Paramus, 201-652-0201

Andiamo 23 Hardenburgh Ave. (Knickerbocker Rd.), Haworth, 201-384-1551

Bottagra Restaurant 80 Wagaraw Rd., Hawthorne, 973-423-4433

Armando’s 144 Main St., Fort Lee, 201-461-4220 Arturo’s 41 Central Ave., Midland Park, 201-444-2466 Baci Italian Grill 36 Jefferson Ave., Westwood, 201-722-1900 Barcelona’s 38 Harrison Ave., Garfield, 973-778-4930 Bazzarelli 117 Moonachie Rd., Moonachie, 201-641-4010 Bella Italia (BYO) 170 Main St., Ridgefield Park, 201-440-2150 Bellissimo 12 S. Kinderkamack Rd., Montvale, 201-746-6669 Bensi 387 Washington Ave., Hillsdale, 201-722-8881 459 Rt. 17S, Hasbrouck Heights, 201-727-9525 11-35 River Rd., North Arlington, 201-246-0100 700 Paramus Park Mall, Paramus, 201-225-0080

Buon Gusto 534 Durie Ave., Closter, 201-784-9036 Buongiomo’s (BYO) 86 Washington Ave., Dumont, 201-501-8000 Café Capri 343 Broadway, Hillsdale, 201-664-6422 Café Italiano Ristorante 14 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, 201-461-5041 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

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Dimora 100 Piermont Rd., Norwood, 201-750-5000

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Osteria La Fiamma 119 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 201-389-6400 Papa Razzi Garden State Plaza (Rtes. 17 & 4), Paramus, 201-843-0990 Portobello 155 Ramapo Valley Rd. (Rt. 202), Oakland, 201-337-8990

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Puzo’s Family Restaurant 4 Garfield Ave., Hawthorne, 973-423-2288

Vespa 860 River Rd., Edgewater, 201-943-9393

Radicchio 34 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood, 201-670-7311

Vici 2 Mercer St., Lodi, 973-777-8424

Rocca 203 Rock Rd., Glen Rock, 201-670-4945

Italian/French

Roxanne’s 150 Franklin Turnpike, Mahwah, 201-529-0007

The Chef’s Table 754 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes, 201-891-6644

Sanducci’s Pasta & Pizza Co. (BYO) 570 Kinderkamack Rd., River Edge, 201-599-0600

Japanese

Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn 105 Old New Bridge Rd., New Milford, 201-692-7700 Solaia 22 N. Van Brunt St. Englewood, 201-871-7155 Solari’s 61 River St., Hackensack, 201-487-1969

Cocoro 856 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes, 201-560-1333 Flirt Sushi 140 West Allendale Ave., Allendale, 201-825-9004 Gen 14B Chestnut Ridge Rd., Montvale, 201-930-9188 15 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 201-493-1988

RESTAURANT GUIDE Hanami (BYO) 41 Union Ave, Cresskill, 201-567-8508 301 Center Ave, Westwood, 201-666-8508

Meson Madrid 343 Bergen Blvd. (Central Blvd.), Palisades Park, 201-947-1038

The Porter House 125 Kinderkamack Rd., Montvale, 201-307-6300

Hiro 254 Degraw Ave., Teaneck, 201-692-1002

Segovia 150 Moonachie Rd., Moonachie, 201-641-6337

Kiku 5-9 Rt. 9W (Palisades Pkwy.), Alpine, 201-767-6322 365 Rt. 17S, Paramus, 201-265-7200

Steak Houses

River Palm Terrace 1416 River Rd. (Palisade Terrace), Edgewater, 201-224-2013 41-11 Rt. 4W (Paramus Rd.), Fair Lawn, 201-703-3500 209 Ramapo Valley Rd. (Rtes. 17S & 202), Mahwah, 201-529-1111

Kuma 440 Forest Ave., Paramus, 201-262-0400

Capital Grille Garden State Plaza (Rtes. 17 & 4), Paramus, 201-845-7040

Kumo 55 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood, 201-652-0088

CK’s Steak House Rt. 17S (Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel), Rutherford, 201-231-3141

Matsuya 490 Market St., Saddle Brook, 201-843-5811

Flemings Steakhouse 90 The Promenade, Edgewater, 201-313-9463

Minado 1 Valley Rd., Little Ferry, 201-931-1522

JD’s Steak Pit 124 Main St., Fort Lee, 201-461-0444

Sarku Japan Bergen Town Center, Rt. 4W (Forest Ave.), Paramus, 201-880-6551

Morton’s of Chicago The Shops at Riverside, Hackensack, 201-487-1303

Sakura-Bana 43 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood, 201-447-6525 Tawara 53 W. Main St., Ramsey, 201-825-871 Umeya 156 Piermont Rd., Cresskill, 201-816-0511

The New York Steakhouse & Pub 180 Route 17 South, Mahwah, 201-529-1806 The Park 151 Kinderkamack Rd., Park Ridge, 201-930-1300 Park West Tavern 30 Oak St., Ridgewood, 201-445-5400

Sear House 411 Piermont Ave., Closter, 201-292-4612 Steve’s Sizzling Steaks 620 Rt. 17S, Carlstadt, 201-438-9677

Thai

Bangkok Garden 261 Main Street, Hackensack, 201-487-2620 Penang 334 Main Street, Lodi, 973-779-1128 Pimaan 79 Kinderkamack Road, Emerson, 201-967-0440

The Restaurant Guide was compiled by Elizabeth Venere

Wild Nigiri Hassun Sushi Bar 6 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood, 201-567-2660

Korean

Dong Bang Grill 1616 Palisade Ave., Fort Lee, 201-242-4485/4486 Pine Hill Restaurant 123 Paramus Rd., Paramus, 201-843-0170

Latin

Rebecca’s 236 River Rd., Edgewater, 201-943-8808 Sabor 8809 River Rd., North Bergen, 201-943-6366

Mexican

Blue Moon Mexican Café 21 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood, 201-541-0600 42 Kinderkamack Rd., Woodcliff Lake, 201-782-9500 327 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff, 201-891-1331 Cinco de Mayo 2428 Lemoine Ave., Fort Lee, 201-947-4780 Rosa Mexicano The Shops at Riverside, Rt. 4W, Hackensack, 201-489-9100 Spanish El Cid 205 Paramus Rd., Paramus, 201-843-0123

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Don Bosco Don Bosco Prep’s Annual Auction event was held at the Pearl River Hilton. For more information visit: donboscoprep.org

Adam Ramos, John Stanczak, Charles Rabolli and Father Jim Heuser

Kiara and Mario Ramos

Rich and Julie Agrusti

Pete and Monica Dudas

Martine Panariello and Peggy Pellicano

Adriane Petrocelli and Justine Seward

Mary Lou and Wayne Owens

Albert and Marie Wunch

Karen Lynch and Josephine Rabolli

Celia Galimi and Cynthia McEachern

Patti and Chris Miles

Tom and Jane Potenza, Debbie and Bill Romano

Kim Torsiello and Debbie Crusco

Alex and Joanne Forte and Javier Torres

Theresa Ruoff, Liz Barnett and Pam Coles

Marcella and Sal Giampiccolo

Tony and Marilee Dipietrantonio, John and Angela Daly

Englewood Hospital and Medical Center The Englewood Hospital and Medical Center Foundation held their Gala at MetLife Stadium under the lights. For more information visit: englewoodhospital.com

Dorian and Andrew Fish, Nikki and Harry Nudelman, Nancy and Howard Brown

Ray Martino and Warren Geller

Patti and Richard Kurtz

Dr. Celeste Powers and Dr. Miguel Sanchez

Robert, Kelli, Jay, Daryl, Jack and Artie Agresta

Tom and Linda Senter

Sharon and Jeff, Tanner and Cooper Kurtz

Dr. Grant Simons and Don Dickstein

Don and Mollie Uehli

Hillary, Beth, Jay and Ross Nadel

Dr. Eric Morganstern and Dr. Sharon Scherl

Lenora and John Klein

Warren, Hannah, Sarah and Kristin Geller

Joe Klecko, Nancy Harper, Sharon Kurtz and Bruce Harper

Andy and Eileen Durkin and Nancy and Michael Profita

Dr. Deane and Susan Penn and Elaine and Mike Adler

Lee Gibstein, Pam Kurtz, Kim Spadaccini and Eddie Gibstein

Ana Conlin, Tim Hodges, Cheryl Dorn and Beth Durney-Stasyshyn

Derby Day The Volunteer Center of Bergen County held their annual Derby Day event at the Apple Ridge Country Club. For more information visit: bergenvolunteers.org

Kheira Sanjuanelo, Ray Cywinski, Joanne Westphal, Carolina Ortega, Michelle DeModna and Joe Chinnici

Tracy Ryan and Mari DeStefano

Cynthia Chazen and Alicia Zoino

Carol Ann and Tom Nastos

Bill and Lynn Page

Jason and Joyce Baynes

Rich Garcia and Jovannie Lorenzo

Raquel Trisolini and Joe Ward

Jennifer Sauerman and Caren Jensen

Barbara Wiederecht and Holly Levantino

Frank and Patty Pallotta

Erick Parra, Stephanie Wayne, Greg Coombe, Nicole Kosco and Peter Ortiz

Nina Sharma, Ryan Carlton, Janet and Sansar Sharma

Matt and Janice Florence and Susan Russ

Bill Russell, Larissa Kingsley and Jhovaany Rodriguez

Sonja Clark and Ray Cywinski

Trisha and Leo Mc Guire, Mary Connolly and Darragh Connolly

PREDICTIONS PREDICTIONS

Tips for a Sizzling Summer January

February

March

Be more open-minded when dating

Mix it up by wearing new colors and styles

Change your fragrance

Go to new places

Stay away from texting; pick up the phone

Be flexible in making plans

Change your cocktail

Read a new book

Be more open-minded about everything

Try someplace new on off days

Go out for appetizers

Listen better Arrange more time for play

April

May

June

Shop and browse in new stores

Go dancing, bowling or other fun activities

Turn off the TV and take a long walk

Read a new magazine

Try a new hair color or style

Be more open-minded about everything

Write date notes

Plan a weekend getaway with a few friends

Give everyone at least one chance

Be more outgoing; ask out someone you like

Stop over-thinking; go out with an old flame when he/she calls

Talk to someone who’s not your usual type

Respond to events on Facebook

Take a day off of from work in the middle of the week and relax in the park Dress up and hit happy hour

July

August

September

Turn on your natural charm and strike up a conversation on line at the coffee shop

Watch three TV shows you don’t normally watch

Wear your smile all day long; smiling is contagious

Go to the beach even if you don’t touch the water

Learn to work with friends and listen better

React when someone talks to you, even if you don’t think you’re interested

Keep dates simple and expectations even simpler

Buy a gift for someone you ordinarily wouldn’t

Go to a concert and sing your heart out

October Be more daring; take more chances Look for the underdog, then befriend him or her Share Let someone else pick out your outfit for the day or night If you usually like the beach, go to the mountains

Talk more to the newcomers Write five different apologies and keep them in your wallet

November

Get a new haircut and highlights Go on five dates, even if you are not interested Ask someone out, even if you think you are only friends

December

If it takes you two drinks to relax, then have one

Try new restaurants

Reach out to an old friend or acquaintance and make plans

Go to the place in the neighborhood you haven’t explored before

Become friends with people in different age ranges

Compliment others more

Invite a neighbor over for tea or a beer

Volunteer your time and services Ask a friend to find someone to set you up with, and don’t criticize

Judith Turner, psychic, can be reached at her office in Edgewater, at (201) 224-6629.

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LAST LAUGH

Backward Thinking

D

o you ever want to go back in time? Not in your time, but someone else’s time? I do. For me, it is the sixties. The Space Race, The Civil Rights Movement, Peace & Love, some of America’s greatest automobiles. I tend to forget the political unrest and threat of nuclear annihilation, but what can I say? I’m an optimist by way of selective ignorance.

To put this in perspective, I’m an eighties baby, but really a product of the nineties. With the 13 years since to reflect upon that era, we can say it was a crazy time for pop culture. For starters, you had Bill Clinton making the White House sexy, or vice versa, if you happen to be interning there.

Baseball was bigger than ever. Not because it was such an exciting sport, but because everyone was pumping steroids into their hind parts. Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa were fooling kids everywhere into loving baseball, and

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it worked.

Sitcoms took over America, and we were blessed with Seinfeld and Friends, and less so with Roseanne. The Spice Girls, Backstreet Boys, and ‘N Sync made dancing like fools while simultaneously singing like them, cool. Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera showed us that if you have talent and passion you can make it here, but if you show your cleavage you’ll make it BIG! Some could argue, though, that it is the last generation where people were famous for more than just being famous (à la Kim Kardashian, Honey Boo Boo).

Then I think, the SIXTIES! You had The Beatles, The Stones, Hendrix and 100 more that deserve to be named here. You knew your neighbors. The idea of “neighborhood” actually existed. America was growing, and thriving unlike ever, backed by the innovation of the Brainiacs and the hard work of people who wholeheartedly believed that manufacturing would always inhibit growth. The idea of patriotism, and that we could build a country that betters no single individual but a whole nation, was actually believed.

It is hard to imagine life without cell phones.

My generation was the last to really know what it was like to have to call our friends’ houses, and ask our friend’s mother if Nick was home. If he wasn’t, it was either go out searching on my bike or wait

to see him another day. Can you imagine that: waiting?! The horror!

Nowadays, people are telling me where they are even when I don’t ask.

We are more self-obsessed than ever. We complain about our violated privacy only to then post online way more than anyone wants to know about ourselves. We are lazy, hypocritical, selfish narcissists. And guess what? We are America’s future.

There is still time to turn this around, of course! I won’t promise anything, but I think we will mature at some point. It’s just that now more than ever, as we look forward, we must also look back at the principles that made America the damn best country ever!

So after you do read this, if you even got this far (thank you), tell your kids about your father, who worked his ass off. Some of these men are the icons you now see as photographs hanging on an iron beam 1000 feet in the air over New York City in 100-degree heat so that at the end of the day, your life could be better. Because it’s a simple principle: He was giving you the steppingstone for you to do the same for your children.

Each generation represents a step in a staircase. Each step reaches new heights, made possible only by the step before it. At the top is the American Dream, whatever the hell that means anymore.

Let’s not be the generation that foolishly stumbles down those steps.

Brandon Goldstein, associate publisher of Talk of the Town magazine, is also a frequent writer for BC THE MAGAZINE.

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