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CONTENTS

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Features Saving Strays | 54

Is the day coming when the lives of all homeless creatures in Bergen can be spared?

Gift Guide | 58

Whether you’re looking for a present that’s cozy, handy or tasty—we’ve got your holiday shopping list covered.

A Worthy Cause | 64

Bergenites were invited to a cocktail party, featuring award-winning vintage autos, to benefit the Adler Aphasia Center in Maywood.

Holiday Finery | 66

STAY SAFE THIS WINTER

Celebrate in style with these sleek party looks, perfect for whatever holiday you’re ringing in.

Simple steps you can take today to help you have an injury-free season.

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A Flat Gets Festive | 74

The verdict when a designer dressed up an Edgewater apartment for the holiday season: “Sold!”

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IN EVERY ISSUE 8 Editor’s Note 48 Health News 110 Be There 116 Where to Eat

ON THE COVER: Dress by Veronica Beard. Photography by Daniel Springston.

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Departments Bergen Buzz | 19 Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the county.

For Men Only | 26

Combine these cold weather staples for a look that’s hot in more ways than one.

Style Watch | 28

These equestrian-inspired bags will have you riding high.

Jewelry Box | 30

Top off your party look with one of these unique, statement-making rings.

Home Front | 34

Wreaths aren’t just for the holidays. They signal a warm greeting and attention to detail that makes your home more inviting.

Talk of the Town | 36

New developments, restaurants and more continue to enhance the desirable 125-yearold Ridgewood.

Escapes | 78

Five Bergenites recall how they’ve left home and hearth behind for memorable travel in the festive season.

Tastes | 86

These fruity baked treats are a great alternative to traditional pies—and they’re good for you too.

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Power Food | 94

Apricots are a dried fruit with priceless health benefits that make them truly golden, inside and out.

Spirits | 104

You’ll make spirits bright with this holiday cocktail, perfect for a party or a festive night in.

Gatherings | 106

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Whether it’s at an awards gala or golf fundraiser, Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors.

Restaurant Review | 114

New Indian eatery Delhi Accent finds home, fans in Ridgewood.

A Bergen Moment | 120

A New Milford dad rings in the new year with his toddler—before she becomes a big sister.

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Our Wish For The Holidays The holidays arrive a bit early for the BERGEN staff.

While the kids are getting reacquainted with school, we’re already dreaming of festive tunes and frocks, sumptuous feasts and gifts galore for our nearest and dearest.

I’m not complaining: Hunting down those gifts always gives us a thrill. Walk through our editorial offices, and you’ll find ideas strewn across desks and tacked up on walls, samples overflowing from shelves. There’s no one formula for the perfect present.

But it helps if a gift is useful, attractive and distinctive— something the recipient might have chosen but that also expresses you, the giver. In this issue (see page 58), we’ve culled our favorites (that’s a hint, Santa) at a wide range of price points.

It’s not uncommon to surprise a loved one with a puppy or kitten for the holidays. But rather than buy a new furry friend from a pet store, we encourage you to visit one of Bergen’s animal shelters or rescue organizations and consider adoption. In “Saving Strays” on page 54, we take a look at the efforts of local no-kill shelters, all of which are working diligently to save the lives of homeless creatures. Whether they’ve been surrendered or abandoned, each one is cute, cuddily and full of love to give.

Our holiday spirit is found elsewhere in the magazine too. In “A Flat Gets Festive,” a designer gave an on-the-market Edgewater apartment a merry makeover to help sell it this season. See the results of the project on page 74. ’Tis the season for parties, so celebrate in style with the looks featured in “Holiday Finery” on page 66. These eight outfits are perfect for toasting with officemates or ringing in the new year. And that brings us back to the spirit of giving. Our pictorial, “A Worthy Cause” on page 64, highlights Emily and Sam Mann, who opened their home for a fundraiser to benefit the Adler Aphasia Center in Maywood. For me, it was satisfying to be surrounded by such generous spirit (and the vintage autos were cool too).

And speaking of gratitude, I’d like to offer my thanks to our dedicated BERGEN staff and to you, our wonderful readers and advertisers. Without all of you, this magazine wouldn’t be the success it is today.

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MERRY AND BRIGHT Regardless of which holiday you celebrate when December rolls around, you can be merry with the stunning light installations that illuminate Bergen’s houses and businesses all month long. Here’s a quick guide to some of the best and brightest light displays: n BERGEN COUNTY WINTER WONDERLAND. Open since the day after Thanksgiving, the Bergen County Winter Wonderland at Van Saun County Park is your one-stop shop for the delights of the season. Balloon artists, face painting and photo ops with Santa Claus are offered all weekend long until Jan. 5, and check the calendar of events for special pop-ups such as open ice skating and live ice carving. Go to bergencountywinterwonderland.com for tickets and details.

• Van Saun County Park, 216 Forest Ave., Paramus, 201.336.7275

n ORCHARD OF LIGHTS, DEMAREST FARMS. Pack some cozy blankets and hitch a ride on a wagon that takes you through the 32 acres of light-adorned displays at Demarest Farms’ annual Orchard of Lights display, running from Black Friday through Dec. 29. Sip piping hot cocoa and make your own s’mores at this celebration of all things festive.

For tickets and more info, check out demarestfarms.com/ orchard-of-lights/.

• Demarest Farms, 244 Wierimus Rd., Hillsdale, 201.666.0472

n LIGHTS ON LOZIER. Set to music that changes periodically throughout the season, the light display on a residence in Paramus is a treat for the eyes and the ears. Previously a stop on the “Tacky Lights Tour” driving map of incredible home light displays in New Jersey, the Lights on Lozier installation is set to flip on its luminescent candy canes, angels and multicolored track lighting this month. For more info and updates, visit facebook.com/lightsonlozierct.

• 181 Lozier Ct., Paramus

n “THAT CRAZY CHRISTMAS HOUSE.” The Weiss residence on Madison Avenue in Ramsey, given its “crazy” title for obvious reasons, kicked off its annual holiday light display Dec. 6. Walk through the immersive installation of string-lit trees and light-up polar bears and enjoy the tunes of carolers as you take it all in. For details and updates, go to facebook.com/that-crazy-christmashouse-106880227403433/.

• 38 Madison Ave., Ramsey

DID YOU KNOW? The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has come from Bergen County twice since 1933—both times coming from Mahwah. A 75-foot Norway spruce came from a private residence in 1978, while a 70-footer was donated by the Immaculate Conception Seminary in 1980. Soon after the latter tree was lit, a 19-year-old was arrested for climbing to the top.

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MILESTONE FOR MT. FUJI

When you think of hibachi cooking in Bergen County, one name comes to mind: Mt. Fuji. The Japanese steakhouse and hibachi restaurant on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights is famous for upscale Japanese cuisine. The family-owned restaurant celebrates its 50th anniversary this month, as its original location in Hillburn, N.Y., opened in December 1969. “Omotenashi is the spirit of Japanese hospitality based on gratitude and appreciation for the guests,” says Alpine native Nancy Fujita, whose parents started the franchise. “This is the tradition my husband Yoshi and I carry on today.” Recently the Hillburn restaurant has renovated its hibachi seating area, opened the Japanese fusion Y Lounge and introduced a 300-person-capacity event space with sweeping views of the Ramapo mountains.

There are also plans to open a gift shop and introduce outdoor dining, so stay tuned!

• Mt. Fuji Japanese Steakhouse, 193 Rte. 17, Hasbrouck Heights, 201.288.2800; mtfujirestaurants.com

FOR PINK, LESS IS MOORE Say buh-bye to millennial pink and hello to her softer, rosier cousin for 2020. Montvalebased paint company Benjamin Moore has announced its color of the year, and it’s “First Light,” a pretty pastel pink. The girly hue can work as an accent color or be painted on an entire wall, but either way it’s 2020’s chosen color primarily for its whimsical versatility.

Andrea Magno, the company’s director of Color Marketing & Development, says it’s “one of those colors that can live in a lot of different rooms—you can see how it becomes a really beautiful backdrop.”

EDITORS’ PICKS

’Tis the gift-giving season, and even if you tell your nearest and dearest that you don’t need anything this year, surely there’s something you want. Our editors share their wish lists this December.

“Even though I crank up the heat, I live in ‘this old house,’ which means certain rooms are drafty. I love the luxury French linen brand, Yves Delorme, and have my eye on the Pavot Counterpane, an embroidered (with poppies, hence the collection’s name) cotton velour throw in a gorgeous shade of blue. It’ll be the perfect thing to snuggle up in to watch TV on cold winter nights.”

—Rita Guarna, editor in chief “If Santa wants to bring me a big reward for being good this year, I would ask for the Chloé Marcie convertible belt bag in black. While this ask may be a bit extravagant for a fanny pack, I’m so ready to leave my huge mom bag at home and wear this cool accessory everywhere.”

—Daria Meoli, senior editor

AND…ACTION! River Vale native Ken Spooner is well on his way to filmmaker fame. His new independent flick Life with Layla explores New Jersey’s opioid epidemic through the lens of 7-year-old Layla and her various family members who battle addiction. The documentary, which debuted at the Montclair Film Festival this past May and won Best New Jersey Film, screened recently at Pascack Valley High School, with ticket sales going toward funding a nationwide screening.

“The night was special because we had the opportunity to screen the film in front of my family, former teachers and friends that I made when I first moved to River Vale,” says Spooner, a 2008 graduate of PVHS. “It was important to me to bring the film to the Pascack Valley because I have lost childhood friends to the disease of addiction.” Spooner and his team are shopping the film around at some of the big streaming giants, so here’s to hoping we all get to see this masterpiece soon.

“The special edition Polaroid 600 Grand Canyon camera combines two things I love: national parks and the Polaroid format. I travel west often, so it would be fun to use this little gadget while exploring the Grand Canyon and the other great spots in the Four Corners states. It’s sold out on Polaroid’s website, so Santa better check eBay.” —Darius Amos, senior associate editor “I’ve had my eye on the black Spanx Perfect Pants (the four-pocket ankle-cut ones) since before Oprah added them to her Favorite Things of 2019 list. They are slimming and flattering on every body type, probably because they have smoothing tummy-shapers built right in. I appreciate that they come in petite sizes too.”

—Haley Longman, lifestyle editor “I’m a sucker for boots—I’ve been crushing on the Sam Edelman Hilty black suede ankle booties all season. I think they are the perfect addition to my (admittedly too large) shoe collection.”

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Ranked among the nation’s top children’s hospitals Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center and K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center are the only children’s hospitals in New Jersey to rank among the top 50 in the nation for cancer by U.S. News & World Report.

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HAPPY HO-LEA-DAYS Look out for a familiar face on the small screen this holiday season when Tenafly native and Glee singeractress Lea Michele stars in the Christmas television film Same Time, Next Christmas on ABC. Michele plays the leading role of Olivia Henderson, who reconnects with an old flame on a Christmas vacation at the resort where they first met. The movie premiered Dec. 5, but if you missed it, you can catch it again on ABC on Monday, Dec. 23 at 8 p.m., on Freeform as part of its “25 Days of Christmas” programming, or on the ABC app. This holiday season has been a busy one for the Bergen performer; she released her Christmas in the City album in late October and also performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

FOR A GUY? A TIE! Yeah, the necktie used to be the tritest of gifts for a man. But now that it’s optional in many milieus, the tie can be a bold statement-maker. December is National Tie Month, an excuse to celebrate this men’s fashion staple. Here’s a cheat sheet of all the Bergen County boutiques where you can pick up a crisp new tie for you or the unafraid-to-look-sharp male in your life: n SAL LAURETTA FOR MEN in Midland Park offers ties from high-end sartorial brands such as Boglioli, Edward Armah and Italo Ferretti that make for a chic topper for a sharp holiday-party look.

THE EAGLES HAVE LANDED

Bird watching might be easier on a 70-degree day, but many local enthusiasts get their thrills this time of year. For starters, the beloved adult bald eagles, Al and Alice II, have returned to Ridgefield Park for the nesting season. The pair successfully raised two eaglets last season, and fans are hoping for more success this winter. Ornithologists of all levels are welcome to view the majestic birds of prey (you can oftentimes spot them along the Hackensack River) but are asked to observe local rules about trespassing as to avoid disrupting the birds and the surrounding property. “Winter is the best time to view bald eagles and other raptors such as Northern harriers and maybe even some snowy and shortearred owls as they gather along the rivers and lakes,” says Don Torino, president of the Bergen County Audubon Society. “So put on a warm coat and boots and don’t miss the great show that nature has for us.”

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n VERO UOMO in Englewood carries ties from brands like Eton and Pal Zileri and features an on-site tailor to make sure you leave with one that fits you perfectly.

• 26 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood, 201.894.1424

n MONTE CARLO in Westwood is home to ties from fine Italian brands such as Missoni and Bugatchi, and it also has custom tailoring on-site.

• 123 Westwood Ave., Suite 1, Westwood, 201.594.9777

n SOCIETY MEN in Westwood is a hot spot for men’s trendy denim and casual wear, but it also carries select ties by Shore & Singer for when you’re feeling a little fancy.

• 256 Westwood Ave., Westwood, 201.722.9300

n DAPPER CONCEPTS in Westwood is one of the area’s newest men’s shops, specializing in bespoke suits and tuxedos made in luxury fabrics from brands like Ermenegildo Zenga and Loro Piana. They also make custom accessories like shoes, ties and bowties to help finish off your look.

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GREATS OF THE GARDEN STATE Let’s hear it for the Bergen County residents who were recently inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame. Held at the Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park Oct. 27, the 11th induction ceremony honored four of our neighbors for their outstanding achievements in their fields: photographer Timothy White of Fort Lee; former New York Giants linebacker Harry Carson of Franklin Lakes; the late former basketball player and WNBA coach Anne Donovan of Ridgewood; and J. Fletcher Creamer Sr., the late businessman and chairman of J. Fletcher Creamer & Sons—the latter two posthumously inducted. The ceremony brought out the biggest names in the Garden State across all industries, including lifestyle guru Martha Stewart, rock n’ roll legend Jon Bon Jovi and Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez. The Hall of Fame is set to construct a physical museum in the American Dream mall in East Rutherford, opening in December 2020.

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CARDS KEPT COMIN’ A belated

“Happy Birthday!” to Michael Diederich, the Paramus resident of CareOne at The Cupola nursing home who earlier this year went viral for asking for 102 cards to mark his 102nd birthday. Diederich, a WWII veteran, celebrated his big day Nov. 20 and received more than a thousand in the mail to read that morning.

Says Jennifer Van Dam, the home’s director of sales and marketing: “He and his wife open the cards together, and it has been bringing them such enjoyment to see where the cards have been coming from and who they are from!”

Handmade cards, reportedly, are Diederich’s favorites because they “come from the heart.”

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CULINARY CORNER DELHI STYLE There’s a new Indian restaurant in Ridgewood. Akshay Jhanjee and his brother Arriav run Delhi Accent, which boasts a menu of authentic foods found in their hometown of Delhi, India, such as lentil dish dal and a moist butter chicken. The ambience is pretty authentic too, with green banquettes, gold finishings and Indian paintings throughout. See our review on page 114.

• Delhi Accent, 37 Chestnut St., Ridgewood, 201.444.4910; delhiaccentnj.com

A TASTE OF ROME If it’s Italian you’re in the mood for, Harrington Park’s Donatella Ristorante is calling your name. The recently opened eatery presents traditional fare from that cuisine—the pasta is cut by hand—and local, seasonal and seafood. P.S. There’s a fully stocked bar too.

Bergen County has most every type of specialty retail store, but a plus-size bridal store has been lacking—till now. Brides by Young is a boutique that will open its first New Jersey store (the other two are in Indiana and Illinois) in Liberty Plaza on Route 17 in Rochelle Park.

The 5,700-square-foot location will feature hundreds of gowns in sizes ranging from 14 to 34 from wellknown bridal brands such as Pronovias.

• Donatella Ristorante, 12 Tappan Rd., Harrington Park, 201.767.4245

AUSTIN ON THE HUDSON Now you can enjoy Texas-style barbecue with your view of the water at The Pit, which pairs delicious meats like pulled pork, brisket and ribs with scrumptious sides such as mac and cheese and cornbread.

If BBQ is not your jam, order some chicken fingers or mozz sticks. Just be forewarned that the space is small, with only a few seats available, but takeout has never sounded so good.

• The Pit, 33 Rte. 5, Edgewater, 201.224.0024; thepitedgewater.com

DON’T WORRY THIS WINTER

Winter is coming, and unfortunately, many of us have to drive in it. While a mechanic can install winter tires on your car and service it for the season, here are five tips you can follow to make sure your vehicle is ready for winter’s fury. “There are simple things every car owner can do to prepare for winter,” notes Randy JeanPierre, a service tech with D&R Auto in Westwood. “You might not think to flip through it, but your owner’s manual has tips too.”

CHECK TIRES REGULARLY. Tires naturally lose pressure when the temperature drops. The recommended PSI for your tires is located in your car’s door jamb.

INSTALL WINTER WIPERS. Quality wipers are made of rubber that will keep ice from collecting on the blades.

KEEP YOUR WASHER FLUID FULL. A single snowstorm can empty the reservoir, so refill it regularly with fluid formulated for winter conditions.

FILL YOUR GAS TANK. A full tank reduces condensation, which prevents gas lines from freezing. It also keeps engines and heaters running longer.

CLEAR DEBRIS FROM REAR WINDOW. Having a working rear defroster will ensure condensation and snow don’t build up, helping with visibility.

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Orthopedic Surgeon, James W. Cahill, M.D., is Honored to Provide Medical Care to Those Who Put Their Lives on the Line to Serve Dedicated to his profession and humble at heart, Dr. James W. Cahill, an orthopedic physician specializing in sports medicine and joint replacement, is a devoted supporter of those who protect our country both here and abroad. Growing up in a close-knit family with members who served in the military during World War II, Dr. Cahill became intrigued by our country’s rich history. He quickly came to realize that because of the sacrifices made by our military, police force and firefighters, we are able to live a life of opportunity and hope.

“We live in a country where we are allowed the freedom to pursue our dreams which in large part is granted to us through the selfless efforts of those who serve,” says Dr. Cahill. “It’s a profound gift which deserves our genuine respect and eternal appreciation.”

The aftermath of 9/11 deepened Dr. Cahill’s commitment and long history of philanthropy. His beloved brother, a Cantor Fitzgerald employee, was among the almost 3,000 victims of that horrific day.

Recognizing with heartfelt gratitude the courageous first responders and men and women who were called to serve, Dr. Cahill felt a deep responsibility to aid in the medical needs of our vets and those in the line of duty.

To show their appreciation, the vets began offering their military unit pins to Dr. Cahill which he proudly fastened to his white lab coat. And so, as the caseload of veterans in need of medical care increased, so did the number of pins. Eventually the coat had no more room and the pins were transferred to a shadow box case displayed in a place of honor in the doctor’s office. Dr. Cahill is also fortunate to provide orthopedic

care to many of the police officers in neighboring counties and they too, bestowed upon him their official pins. Now two shadow boxes—along with a U.S. military hat and a New Jersey state trooper’s hat—decorate his office and serve as a constant reminder that acts of kindness are rewarded with thankfulness and hope.

When Dr. Cahill’s kindergarten teacher approached him about her son, an Army 82nd Airborne Trooper in need of two hip replacements, he was touched and honored. Joining efforts with Hackensack Meridian Health, Dr. Cahill successfully performed the procedures giving the patient the chance to pursue his career as a tradesman and participate as a functioning member of our society. “In thanks, the gentleman awarded me his original jump wings, but it was I who felt extreme gratitude in helping someone willing to sacrifice for the good of our country,” remarks Dr. Cahill.

The Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative (BVMI), a volunteer not-forprofit organization providing free primary and preventive medical care to low-income working people in Bergen County, also benefits from the skilled hands and kind heart of Dr. Cahill. “My charitable work continues to be without a doubt one of the most invigorating and fulfilling parts of my practice,” Dr. Cahill adds. “I thought long and hard about becoming a military pilot, but for very personal reasons pursued a career as a surgeon. To this day, it’s the efforts I make to help those who put their lives on the line everyday that motivates and gives true meaning to my work.”

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New developments, restaurants and more continue to enhance this Bergen County favorite.

ESTABLISHED: 1894

POPULATION: 25,675 WEBSITE: RIDGEWOODNJ.NET

Ridgewood celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2019, but it has a whole lot more going for it. This community-driven, well-off suburban village has been dubbed the best place to live in Bergen County on niche.com’s 2018 list of “Best Places to Live in New Jersey” and has two schools on the same website’s ranking of the top 200 schools with the “Best Teachers in New Jersey.” Not bad for just under 6 square miles, huh? A bustling downtown area, gorgeous homes and tons of recreational activities round out the appeal of Ridgewood.

NEW AND IMPROVED

Some major changes are coming to Ridgewood’s downtown area in the very near future. Beginning in early 2020, 85 new smart parking kiosks will replace traditional metered parking on the village’s streets, upping parking fares to $1.25 an hour. This increased pricing also will help pay for the new parking garage, expected to open in June 2020 on Hudson and South Broad streets.

HOME SWEET HOME Thinking about buying or selling a home here? The median home value in Ridgewood is $715,900, up 0.9 percent from last year, according to Zillow.

Home values are expected to rise 0.3 percent within the next year.

PARKS & RECREATION There are also

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plenty of recreational activities to be had here. Veterans Field and Citizens Park are turf for home games of all kinds, while the sandy Graydon Pool and its nearby skate park draw large crowds in the warmer months. The Ridgewood Duck Pond is a year-round familyfavorite hot spot, featuring biking and walking trails, picnic areas, a dog park, a playground and more.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE Ridgewood is home to a whopping 13 sites that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, proving it’s more than just a hub for dining and shopping. A few of these landmarks include the Ackerman House, Ridgewood Station and the Old Paramus Reformed Church (pictured).

Ridgewood is basically a who’s-who of Hollywood, as authors, singers, actors and more all have lived here at some point or another. A few examples: Malcolm in the Middle star Frankie Muniz was born here as was another Frankie, Frankie Jonas, aka the “bonus Jonas” to the Jonas Brothers; American Idol winner Jordin Sparks (pictured) grew up in Ridgewood while her father Phillippi Sparks played for the New York Giants; Broadway star Ali Stroker, the first wheelchair user to be nominated for and win a Tony, graduated from Ridgewood High School; and there’s also Michael Zegen, starring as Midge’s estranged husband Joel on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, who spent much of his childhood in Ridgewood.

DINING OUT Ridgewood has an eatery for every craving and price point.

If you’re looking for fine dining, make a reservation at Village Green, Latour or newest additions Felina and No. 12, each with its own renowned culinary team and innovative menu. The self-explanatory Country Pancake House and East Coast Burger Company are perfect for more casual meals, while newbies Green Fusion and Wild & Hearty (previously known as Samba Bowls) are great spots for a healthier, light lunch.

Finish off your Ridgewood food tour at the classic Van Dyk’s Homemade Ice Cream or with a treat from Sook Pastry, dubbed one of the best bakeries in the region.

WHAT’S IN A NAME? Ridgewood was originally named Godwinville after a hero of the Revolutionary War. But by the late 19th century, when a railroad station was built here and business was booming, the village’s name was changed to Ridgewood to appeal to more people in New York City. From there, the Godwinville Station changed its name to Ridgewood Station and the rest, as they say, is history.

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After a stroll along the main strip of East Ridgewood Avenue, where restaurants, clothing boutiques and coffee shops abound, take in the sights at Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, catch a movie at Bow Tie Cinemas Warner Theater, read up at celebrity-adored book store Bookends, or show off your creative side at Color Me Mine or Pinot’s Palette—all without getting back in your car!

CHRISTINA GIBBONS GROUP IS THE EXPERT TEAM WHEN IT COMES TO BUYING OR SELLING IN RIDGEWOOD. With over $43+ million in closed and written sales*(2019), this team knows how to service clients. The team’s success is attributable to their white-glove customer service, investment in technology and highly qualified people, customized marketing and sales strategies, social media presence, and keen intuition for people’s needs. This approach has proven to be highly successful. Christina Gibbons Group is the #1 Real Estate Team in Ridgewood for total sales volume, buyer representation and listings*. *NJMLS Market Share Report, Ridgewood Solds, Solds and UC, Listings 1/1/19-11/6/19

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Kristen Socha, MS-PAC & Cassie Thomas, FNP-C Chuback Medical Group 205 Robin Rd., Paramus, NJ 07652 201.907.1934 | CoolsculptingParamus.com Say Hello to Chuback Medical’s Coolsculpting Super Stars Amidst all of the latest buzz about non-surgical fat removal, Chuback Medical Group’s Coolsculpting Team has topped the charts with solid 5-star reviews and praises from many happily contoured clients. Physician Assistant, Kristen Socha and Nurse Practitioner, Cassie Thomas are prime examples of the adage, “It’s all about the Who.” In this case, it’s about who is doing your Coolsculpting. This painless in-office procedure takes about 30-minutes and freezes fat so it can be eliminated by the body. As experienced professionals, trained in aesthetic medicine, they approach Coolsculpting with an eye for natural-looking results.

“It starts with educating our clients so they feel both secure and excited about their Coolsculpting journey,” says Socha, recipient of Allergan’s Coolsculpting Masters Certification. “Our medical training is often comforting to clients because they know we maintain the highest standards of safety and ethics.” The team has established a Coolsculpting Complete Practice that enables them to permanently eliminate fat from all FDAcleared body areas such as abdomen, flanks, upper arm, inner and outer thigh, under chin, above knee, banana roll, and bra fat.

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Linda Granert, ASID, NJ CID Granert Interior Planning & Design LLC 225 Franklin Ave., Suite 3 Midland Park, NJ 07432 201.251.8377 granertinteriordesignnj.com With 30+ years of professional design experience, Linda Granert brings her passion for art and aesthetics to every project. An award-winning interior designer, she leads the industry with her innovative approach that results in unique designs for each client.

Linda is a certified New Jersey Interior Designer and professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers. Linda started her interior design firm, Granert Interior Planning & Design in 1992, and serves as both owner and executive designer.

Linda has built a long list of loyal clients, specializing in residential, commercial, retail and healthcare interior design. Her sophisticated use of color and her blending of modern and classical elements reflect her signature style. She works closely with each client to understand their design goals and incorporate their vision into her leading-edge designs.

Linda’s clients appreciate her comprehensive range of services delivered with the personal touch worthy of every project.

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Dr. Lori Nuzzi Nuzzi Chiropractic Lifestyle Wellness Center 12 Goffle Rd., Midland Park, NJ 07432 201.297.9295 | nuzzichiro.com Celebrating 25-plus years in practice, Dr. Lori Nuzzi combines innovation and modern science with her extensive experience and excellence in service.

Nuzzi Chiropractic Lifestyle Wellness Center is an alternative healthcare clinic focusing on drug-free and surgeryfree methods for the treatment of pain, headaches, whiplash, injuries and other musculoskeletal complaints. Dr. Nuzzi’s core mission centers on three R’s— Relieve, Rehabilitate and Renew.

The wellness center provides an alternative healthcare experience blending chiropractic care with rehabilitative physical therapies, massage, guided exercise routines, medical weight loss and nutritional counseling programs to provide the ultimate personal health experience. Over the years Dr. Nuzzi has continued to expand her expertise to include certifications in Pre-natal, Pediatrics, Sports Medicine and Golf & Sports Enhancements.

All team members are certified experts in their fields, dedicated to providing care that helps patients experience relief from pain, rehabilitate from injury, and renew their commitment to a healthier, happier lifestyle.

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Stacy Esser Stacy Esser Group, Keller Williams Town Life 25 Washington St., Tenafly, NJ 07670 201.894.8004 | stacyesser.com After an impressive sales career in fashion, Stacy had an “aha” moment during a real estate transaction, inspiring her to obtain her real estate license in 2010. She vowed to disrupt the market by creating a superior client experience.

Stacy insists she wouldn’t be where she is today without her team. A certified John Maxwell Coach, Stacy has built a business culture based on integrity, leadership and teamwork. This determination has kept the Stacy Esser Group in the Top 1% of NJMLS since 2013.

Dedicated to maximizing the value of her clients’ largest asset...their home, Stacy founded a Staging company. Her full-time staging team works tirelessly preparing her clients’ homes for market.

Stacy’s commitment to excellence doesn’t stop with real estate. “We believe in community and giving back.” Sharing her dedication to growth and empowerment, Stacy speaks frequently on team building and will present at the Keller Williams 2020 convention.

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Dayna Cassandra, DDS Dr. Dayna Cassandra Cosmetic Dentistry 351 Evelyn St., Paramus, NJ 07652 201.261.7645 cosmeticdentistofparamus.com Dr. Cassandra opened her practice in 2006 after gaining experience working as an associate in several dental practices.

Committed to taking her time to perform high quality work, Dr. Cassandra aims to give patients a healthy, beautiful smile. This has been her dream since she was a child. She has set up her practice to be a nurturing environment, one conducive to a calm, transformative experience.

Inspired by many women throughout her life, Dr. Cassandra was most influenced by her mother, who pushed her to strive for excellence while maintaining a resilient attitude.

Other important support came from friends and family who pursued successful careers while also giving to their communities.

For 2020, Dr. Cassandra plans to grow her practice while navigating the changes in dental health care. She also will help launch a program in Bergen County to provide dental care to those who have limited access to it.

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Christina Sirera, RN Venus and Venom Medispa 135 Erie Street East, Blauvelt, NY 10913 845.365.1500 | vvmspa.com One of America’s top 100 Best Aesthetic Injectors owns 3 spas nearby in Rockland County. Christina Sirera, RN is the owner of the first RN-owned medispa in Rockland County, Venus and Venom.

She is an expert in Botox® and fillers and is highly sought after.

Christina trains internationally and nationally with world-renowned surgeons and nurse injectors to achieve her level of success and reputation. She is a national trainer for Allergan (the Botox® corporate giant) teaching the art of Botox® and fillers.

Christina says she is most addicted to her clients’ reactions when they see what she can achieve non-surgically.

She is proud to run an all-female owned company that has tripled its employees and is growing. Known as an “artistic visionary” and always on the cuttingedge, she is one to keep your eye on.

She represents her tagline: Beauty, Art and Science.

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Dr. Alissa Roman, DDS Roman Dental Arts 747 Main St., Hackensack, NJ 07601 201.843.0440 | romansmiles.com Dr. Alissa Roman knew she wanted to become a dentist at a very early age. Her father Dr. Donald Roman has practiced in Bergen County for 30 years and she was inspired by his caring manner. After working alongside him for years during high school and college, she completed dental school at SUNY Buffalo in 2018 and re-joined the practice as an associate. She spends hours on continuing education and stays healthy by practicing yoga.

Dr. Alissa is committed to maintaining Roman Dental Arts’ reputation as an innovative practice known for providing treatment with state-of-the-art technologies.

Giving back is a priority for Dr. Alissa, and she is proud that Roman Dental Arts supports St. Jude Children’s Research® Hospital and participates in annual Thanksgiving food drives and holiday toy drives.

Always striving for more, Dr. Alissa Roman plans to help more patients achieve better smiles and gain more confidence in 2020.

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Jennifer Tabano

After working together for several years, Jennifer Tabano and a group of five dynamic women opened J & Co Hair in 2015, creating a unique partnership of six female business owners.

With its fifth anniversary approaching, the team at J & Co Hair looks forward to growing and has expanded the studio’s space. 2020 promises to be a year marked by an expansion to its already diverse talent.

Jennifer and J & Co Hair are active in community work. Each November, they conduct fundraising campaigns benefiting food pantries such as Helping Hands in Hillsdale and Center for Action in Hackensack.

Dr. Kelly Blundy, DC, BCIM, ART The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey 2 South Kinderkamack, Montvale 07645 201.746.6577 | shcnj.com Driven to find underlying causes of a patient’s discomfort, Dr. Kelly Blundy credits her success to the support of her family.

After practicing chiropractic medicine in Manhattan, Dr. Blundy co-founded The Spine & Health Center of NJ. Besides chiropractic, her focus is on functional medicine. This looks at symptoms and lifestyle routines to identify the root cause of chronic issues.

Dr. Blundy is a board member of New Jersey Doctor-Patient Alliance, an organization bringing multi-specialty doctors and patients together to foster quality healthcare. She also supports Casa Guatemala, a school and orphanage that helps educate children for a better future.

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Dr. Shaghayegh DeNoble, MD, FACOG Advanced Gynecology and Laparoscopy of North Jersey 20 Wilsey Square, Suite C, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 2025 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite C, Wayne, NJ 07470 201.957.7220 | advancedgynnj.com Dr. Shaghayegh DeNoble’s mission is to provide personalized gynecological care in a modern, comforting atmosphere. Her minimally-invasive surgical training surpasses that of the average gynecologist, allowing her to use innovative surgical technology to treat patients of all ages.

In addition to routine and surgical gynecological care, Dr. DeNoble offers cutting-edge solutions to feminine issues related to childbirth and aging. Dr. DeNoble offers restorative procedures, such as the MonaLisa Touch™ laser and PRP Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy.

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STAY SAFE THIS WINTER The simple steps you take today can help you have an injury-free season.

Fire and ice, two unavoidable elements of winter living, can present major risks. This year, be prepared with these seasonal safety tips from George Becker, M.D., director of the Department of Emergency Medicine at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, and Barbara Schreibman, M.D., associate chief of emergency medicine at Englewood Health.

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RISK: FALLS ON ICE

About 36,000 people die from falls each year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and many more suffer head injuries and bone fractures.

PREVENTION:

Don’t trust your eyes. Black ice gets its name because it’s invisible. If the temperature is below freezing, assume that surfaces are slippery.

Forgo fancy footwear. Make sure your outside footwear has good traction, ideally with rubber soles and treads.

Take extra care if you’re older. Have eyes and feet checked regularly, and do exercises to improve balance and strength.

Put pride aside. Consider using a cane or walking stick to help you navigate outdoors, or ask a friend for an arm to lean on over icy patches.

RISK: VIRAL AND BACTERIAL INFECTIONS

Flu season peaks between December and March, and other infections— colds, gastrointestinal bacteria and viruses, strep throat—are also more likely in the winter.

PREVENTION:

Wash your hands frequently, especially if you’ve shaken hands with anyone or touched any public surfaces like door handles or ATMs. Carry an antibacterial spray or gel. When you can’t get to a sink, using one of these products is the next best thing.

Get out of touch. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth as much as possible to minimize the chance of catching a flu or other bug.

Get vaccinated. Everyone 6 months and older should get the flu vaccine. “It takes a few weeks to develop immunity, so people should get vaccinated as soon as possible if they haven’t already done so,” says Dr. Becker. “It’s not too late!”

Take care of your health. A nutritious diet and at least seven hours of sleep every night will help keep your immune system strong.

RISK: HYPOTHERMIA AND FROSTBITE

Hypothermia is abnormally low body temperature caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. Symptoms include shivering, exhaustion and confusion. Frostbite (the freezing of body parts like fingers and toes) can be indicated by numbness and a whitish patch of skin. If you see signs of either condition, take immediate action.

PREVENTION:

Dress warmly. Wear multiple layers of clothing, and “when the temperature starts to dip well below freezing, cover exposed skin—especially the fingers, ears and face,” Dr. Becker advises.

Check on older friends and relatives. “The elderly are at increased risk for a variety of reasons,” Dr. Becker says, “so it is important to check on your older family members and neighbors regularly.”

Don’t drink alcohol and then spend time outside when it’s cold. In addition to the elderly, “the most vulnerable populations include the mentally ill and those whose judgment is impaired by drugs or alcohol,” says Dr. Becker.

RISK: OVEREXERTION/HEART ATTACKS

Recent studies have indicated a physiological link between colder temperatures and heart risks.

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Stay warm. This is critical because cold temperatures can slow down the flow of blood and potentially cause blood clots to form.

Be careful about shoveling. “Consider asking for help from someone in advance if you are not in optimal health, and plan to start early, particularly if a large snowfall is expected,” Dr. Becker advises.

Beware the snowblower. Using machinery to clear snow from the driveway is easier, but it’s not without risks. “Devastating hand injuries occur in a split-second—never place your hand in a snow blower, even if the motor is not running,” Dr. Becker warns.”There is torque in the axle that is released when an obstruction is cleared that will cause the blades to spin as if the machine were on.”

Be mindful about holiday celebrations. The incidence of heart attacks tends to spike during the winter holiday season, possibly related to dietary overindulgence—or because people tend to put off getting troubling symptoms checked during the holidays.

RISK: CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that’s produced by burning fossil fuels (gasoline, wood, propane and charcoal).

When breathed in, CO replaces oxygen in red blood cells, causing illness and even death. “Early symptoms (headache, fatigue, nausea and dizziness) can mimic viral syndromes, so it’s important to maintain a heightened awareness that carbon monoxide may be a factor,” says Dr. Becker.

PREVENTION:

Install battery-operated carbon monoxide detectors. Check them frequently to ensure they are working properly.

Have your furnace serviced regularly by a professional.

Heat and cook with care. Don’t use a generator, charcoal grill, camp stove or other gasoline or charcoal-burning device inside your home, basement or garage, or near a window. Use an extension cord that is more than 20 feet long to keep a generator at a safe distance from the house.

RISK: HOUSE FIRES

The risk of fire and smoke inhalation rises in the winter, so residents need to be extra careful inside their homes.

PREVENTION:

Make sure there are smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your living space, especially in the kitchen and bedrooms. “You should also have your heating system inspected to make sure it is in good working order,” says Dr. Schreibman.

Be smart about space heaters. Get the kind that will turn off automatically if knocked over. Keep it as far away from curtains and furniture as possible.

Consider LED candles. LED candles don’t carry the same risk as real candles. But just to be safe, “always keep a fire extinguisher in the kitchen and call 911 immediately if there is any size fire,” says Dr. Schreibman.

Maintain your holiday tree. Branches and needles are a fire hazard, so keep your tree watered and well-groomed or get a fake one.

Keep young children out of the kitchen. “During the holidays especially, people can get burns from boiling liquids, cooking grease and hot metal pans,” says Dr. Schreibman. “If someone gets burned, run cool water over the burn and seek medical attention.”

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SAVING STRAYS

Is the day coming when the lives of all homeless creatures in Bergen can be spared?

By Leslie Garisto Pfaff

The little dachshund, severely malnourished, was suffering from an entrenched heartworm infection. She looked too small to be a mother, but in fact, she’d spent the first four years of her life in a cage, churning out litter after litter of puppies to be sold in pet shops. She might well have lived the rest of a short life the same way but for the intervention of volunteers from the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge Inc. (RBARI), who helped shut down the puppy mill and put BB, as they called her then, up for adoption.

Six years later, BB is Beatrix, a happy, healthy elder dachshund whose sweet disposition makes her the perfect therapy dog. She’s one of thousands of animals in Bergen County whose lives have been saved by rescuers dedicated to a philosophy known as “no-kill.” A few decades ago, it was simply accepted that a large percentage of shelter animals—rescued from puppy mills, abandoned by their owners, lost and never reclaimed, or born feral and living on the streets— would have to be euthanized. But no-kill is changing that. In 2000, more than 25 percent of the animals rescued in Bergen County were put down. By 2017 the percentage had dropped to just under 7.

For proponents of no-kill, of course, that number is still too high, the result of a confluence of factors that include too many homeless animals and too little

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Many dogs and cats are sent to the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge Inc. (RBARI) if they’re found on the streets after being abandoned by their owners who are moving out of their homes or can no longer care for them.

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{ SPECIAL REPORT } support for programs to help them. The good news is that no-kill is no longer considered the pipe dream it once was, and with effort and persistence on the part of public and private shelters, animal rescue organizations and the general public, it could become a reality—in Bergen County and around the country.

AT THE HEART OF HOMELESSNESS

“There’s a constant flow of need,” says Megan Brinster, RBARI’s director. “We’re always at capacity, and we network with partners who have the same no-kill mindset we do, and they’re in the same spot.” Blame it on the numbers: In 2017, more than 6,000 animals were impounded in Bergen County and many more remained homeless. At the root of the problem, says Brinster, is the fact that not enough pet owners are spaying and neutering their animals, and a percentage of those pets end up homeless, either because

then working to find homes for as many rescued animals as possible (and to reunite owners with their lost pets). Some of the groups, like the Humane Society of Bergen County in Lyndhurst, are traditional shelters, which means they temporarily house the animals they rescue until they can be placed with an adoptive family.

Others, like RBARI and the Closter Animal Welfare Society (CLAWS), don’t run shelters but rely on foster families or individuals to care for the animals until permanent homes can be found.

But rescue alone isn’t sufficient to solve the problem of animal homelessness.

That’s why so many no-kill proponents are also advocates of an approach called TSN, for “trap, spay, neuter.” TSN involves trapping strays, usually cats, in humane traps baited with food, spaying them if they’re female or neutering them if they’re male, then either working to find homes for them or, in the case of feral cats that are

dogs and cats) has been introduced twice in the state but never passed.

Valetta Buchtmann, director of CLAWS, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, believes the county could do more if it supported a spay-neuter van that would serve residents in all municipalities, offering spaying and neutering on a sliding scale depending on financial need. Currently, Buchtmann notes, the county’s animal care unit—which CLAWS and some other groups rely on to provide sterilization for the animals they rescue—can do only 10 spayneuter surgeries a day, and that’s far below the amount that’s needed. “I have some 40 animals that need to be done,” Buchtmann says. “I can do about two per week, which is going to take forever.”

As critical as ensuring that stray animals are trapped and spay-neutered is making pet owners and potential owners aware of the problem. To that end, RBARI volunteers speak about animal adoption

“There’s a constant flow of need. We’re always at capacity, and we network with partners who have the same no-kill mindset we do, and they’re in the same spot.”

—Megan Brinster, director, Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge Inc. they escape or because their owners abandon them. Consider that a female cat can have three litters of four kittens each year, and that half of those kittens are likely to be female and to bear the same number of kittens themselves. That means that in just a year, one abandoned or escaped cat can add 48 more cats to the homeless population.

Another problem is irresponsible breeding; by the owners of puppy mills, by so-called “backyard,” or unregistered, breeders, and by those involved in the illegal dog-fighting trade. Pit bulls, for instance, make up the largest number by species of dogs in Bergen’s shelters and in shelters across the country. That’s because some are bred for fighting, and when they age out or fail as fighters, they’re often abandoned. And because of their “macho” reputation, pit bull puppies are frequently purchased by young men who don’t put sufficient time into training them and then let the dogs go when they have grown into unruly adults.

RESPONDING TO THE NUMBERS

Luckily for abandoned pit bulls and the rest of Bergen’s homeless animals, the county’s no-kill organizations are on the ground every day, rescuing feral, escaped and abandoned animals and shutting down puppy mills and illegal breeding operations,

too wild to be adopted, releasing them (in which case, TSN becomes TNR, for “trap, neuter, return”). “TSN,” says Adrianna Bradley, founder and executive director of the nonprofit NJ Strays, “is absolutely necessary to lower those numbers.”

To further reduce the population of abandoned pets, NJ Strays works with pet owners who want to keep their animals but feel incapable of doing so, often because of financial problems. The organization offers free or low-cost spaying and neutering, free microchipping (inserting a small chip under the skin so the animal can be identified if lost) and a pet food pantry that serves all of northern New Jersey.

THE NEXT STEP

Virtually everyone in Bergen’s no-kill community acknowledges that more can, and should, be done to address the still pervasive problem of animal homelessness.

Kathy Johnson, director of the Humane Society of Bergen County, believes that one recourse would be to make it mandatory for residents to spay and neuter their pets, with free services available to those in financial need. By law, New Jersey requires that all pets adopted from shelters be sterilized or that adopters promise to do so on their own. But that doesn’t always happen. And a bill mandating that all pets be sterilized by the age of eight months (with some exceptions, such as for show BERGENMAG.COM

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and homelessness at local elementary schools. Education is critical, says Brinster, to making sure that all pet owners spay and neuter their animals.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

If you own a pet, are considering adoption or simply care about reducing animal homelessness, there are steps you can take to address the issue. The most important step, of course, is to spay or neuter your own animals and to support TSN programs by donating time or money. Consider microchipping your pets so that if they escape, there’s a much greater chance of their being returned to you. If you’re feeding a stray or a group of strays, contact an organization that helps with TNR such as the Bergen County Animal Shelter, which will provide a trap and instructions.

Don’t buy from pet shops, many of which rely on puppy mills for their stock of cute and cuddly baby animals; adopt from a shelter instead. Consider fostering an animal if you aren’t ready to adopt. And if you’re thinking you must give up a pet, consult with an organization like NJ Strays that’s dedicated to helping owners keep the animals they love. “There’s always an organization that’s willing to help,” says Bradley. That willingness, in fact, is moving Bergen closer to the goal of no-kill and helping to save the lives of homeless animals across the county.

The approach known as “no-kill” means that oncehomeless pets like these, adopted from the Closter Animal Welfare Society (CLAWS), will never be euthanized.

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Emily Mann, jewelry designer Norma Wellington-Koster and Board of Trustees member at Englewood Health Foundation Bernie Koster with Chantelle Walker. 6. Yvonne McKenzie, Rick Adler (back), Elaine Adler, Rita Guarna, Bernie Koster, Norma Wellington-Koster and Myrna and Yale Block. 7. Kelly and Dominic Roncace, CEO of the Bergen Performing Arts Center, with Rich and Aleta Taylor. 8. Rita Guarna, Emily Mann, Elaine Adler and Chantelle Walker. 9. Kelly and Dominic Roncace. 10.

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HOLIDAY FINERY Celebrate in style with these sleek party looks, perfect for whatever holiday you’re ringing in.

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A FLAT GETS FESTIVE The verdict when a designer dressed up an Edgewater apartment for the holiday season: “Sold!”

By Haley Longman

Design by Anna Maria Mannarino

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Christmas all year? God forbid! Whether or not you celebrate Dec. 25, no sensible designer suggests you make your home a 12-month Santaland, casting a spell of eternal Noël. But a threebedroom luxury apartment on the market in Edgewater had a slew of end-of-the-year showings coming up, and Anna Maria Mannarino of Mannarino Designs in Holmdel had already given the place one stellar design. When she was rehired to effect a timely makeover, she jumped at the chance to combine novel elements with the soothing visual traditions of the season. After all, what says “home” more than the holidays?

Mannarino opted for a mostly time-tested Christmas décor in the hope that it would appeal to any potential home buyer—a single person, a couple or a family. The layers of greens, reds and golds, she says, create a sense of tradition and holiday nostalgia and are nicely juxtaposed with brighter, more contemporary interiors. continued...

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Anna Maria Mannarino of Mannarino Designs chose to deck out this contemporary model apartment in Edgewater in the traditional red and gold color scheme for the holiday season. “I definitely think it’s good mixing old and new because at the heart of it, holidays are about tradition, nostalgia and memories,” she says. “Decorations should always tell a story.”

the space’s sparkle factor. “If you’re entertaining you should use real candles on the table,” Mannarino says, “but the fake ones have a nice realistic look to them so it’s easy to incorporate them elsewhere.”

Floral touches are brought in throughout the apartment; for example, with a clear vase filled with red roses on a side table and a poinsettia arrangement beside the island. You can integrate nature into the décor with anything, really; it needn’t be flowers, branches or pine cones. “Put together a bowl of pomegranate and nuts and add in a few shiny balls, so you’re still getting the holiday bling but in a more understated, natural way,” says Mannarino.

And make sure your décor appeals to the nose as much as to the eyes. “Cut garland that you can wrap around a railing, or put cuttings from different trees in a basket with some pine cones,” the designer advises. “That way the area is fragrant and smells fresh.”

Mannarino’s hard work also brought the scent of success. When she received a text message that the apartment had been sold, she knew that new owners would begin writing their own story there for the holidays—and the rest of the year too.

Achieving such a look involved “keeping it more scaled back and creating vignettes throughout the space that gave it the feeling of Christmas,” Mannarino says. Examples: a stunning tree in the corner, a mini-display with wooden soldiers on the cocktail table, a full tablespace on the kitchen island, fluffy pillows on the sofa. “All of these elements just sort of popped.”

The tablespace in particular is a good example of mixing old with new. There she used gold chargers, silverware and Christmas crackers to make it extra festive. A small, personalized gift was left at each setting, wrapped in ribbon adorned with musical notes that matched the ribbon on the tree. Mannarino, who moonlights as a musician, suggests homeowners incorporate some personal elements like this one into the décor so it “tells a story.”

The Christmas tree, positioned before a window so that it overlooks the New York City skyline, was first decorated with wide red, white and gold ribbons. Then smaller heirloom pieces and collectibles filled in all the pine’s remaining space. Other large-scale items such as gold votive candles and jumbo gold balls—placed sporadically in a red bowl at the end of the table—up

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OUR HOLIDAY GETAWAYS

Five Bergenites recall how they’ve left home and hearth behind for memorable travel in the festive season. By Gianna Barone “There’s no place like home for the holidays,” declares an old song. Indeed, with frost on the windows, a fire in the fireplace and a turkey in the oven, many of us cherish spending Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa and New Year’s in our cozy Jersey abodes. But others take to the road or the sky for what can be an unforgettable change-of-pace way to celebrate—or even a traveling tradition. Here you’ll hear from five BERGEN readers and staffers about the holiday destinations they’ve enjoyed that were unlike home.

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Austin Roberts, Lodi “My parents made sure we grew up with an appreciation for the beach, so last year, when they switched from our traditional holiday festivities at home and headed down to Delray Beach, I wasn’t upset. It felt surreal swimming in the crystal-clear water at Atlantic Dunes Park and enjoying the 80-degree heat while shopping along Ocean Boulevard in December, when I’d usually be bundled up and shoveling snow in New Jersey. At night, I went out in a T-shirt and shorts to see Christmas lights and holidayinspired sand sculptures in downtown Delray. The coolest sight by far was Delray’s famous 100-foot faux Christmas tree—it’s a must-see for families who travel down there to celebrate. With all of the holiday cheer around us, we felt right at home.”

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Darius Amos, Westwood “Spending the holidays with my parents got a lot better when they moved to the Phoenix area for retirement. One year, I took a friend on a mini-vacation after we spent Christmas with my family and hit up some of my favorite spots such as the Desert Botanical Garden and El Tlacoyo in Tempe, a ‘hole-in-thewall’ that serves real-deal authentic Mexican food. Then we went north and explored some of the national parks in Arizona and Utah. Many of the park towns were quiet during the off-season, meaning we didn’t have to deal with crowds. The best part was we saw the parks in unique ways few can imagine. I’ll never forget the drive along Byway 12 and the eerily amazing sight and sound of snow falling in Bryce Canyon. We celebrated a white Christmas after all!”

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Jaci Schwind, Woodcliff Lake “For the past four years I have been traveling to Georgia with my husband’s family—it’s been their tradition for more than a decade.

Every year we decide on a new place to stop along the way, ending up at my in-laws’ farm in rural Glenwood.

Holidays down there have become one of my favorite things to look forward to all year. Our day starts at noon on their family dairy/cotton farm, which has been active for over 300 years. More than 40 family members gather to share their recipes for a feast that lasts for hours. The children run through the fields with the baby dairy cows as the adults spend hours wandering through the pecan orchards collecting and shelling pecans to make pies and sweet-potato pecan casseroles for the next day. We’ll even make a stop in nearby Vidalia, where you can pick up fresh, sweet Vidalia onions. We bring some back to New Jersey every year.”

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Victoria Beall, Leonia “For most of my life, I’ve traveled to Japan every Christmas Day to prepare for the festivities surrounding New Year’s Day. The first day of the year is a major holiday in Japanese culture, and I fondly remember eating all of the local dishes in downtown Tokyo. I continued booking my annual trip there when I started a family of my own, because I wanted my daughter to be exposed to the unique experiences and offerings that the holidays bring in that part of the world. Her favorite spots that we make sure to stop at each year are all in the Shibuya shopping district, where you can pick up art supplies to paint a rendering of Japan’s gorgeous vistas or fun DIY crafts for the kids. We also visit my family’s temple in Asakusa, a waterfront historic district of Tokyo, to celebrate the past at the beginning of a new year.”

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Lena Antaramian, Ridgewood “My family loves to travel, and during the holidays we prefer to stay on the East Coast. Washington, D.C. is one of our favorite places because it’s got it all—lots of cool sights and great restaurants, and it’s a very walkable town. It isn’t too far from home, so we can easily get there by car, and when you don’t need to rush to catch a plane it makes for a relaxing trip.

Because most people hang home for the holidays, D.C. is pretty empty during Christmas break, so it’s a perfect time to see those coveted tourist spots. During our last visit we went to the Smithsonian Museum of American History (sadly, Dorothy’s ruby slippers were being cleaned at that time, but we did see a lot of other cool things), the monuments and war memorials. Our favorite part of the trip was taking a ‘Monuments by Moonlight’ nighttime trolley tour that took us to all of the monuments while they were illuminated at night, for a truly unforgettable wintertime view of the capital city.”

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Airway problems in children is an evolving field. How can dentists help with airway issues?

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A healthy airway is the foundation for optimal dental health at any age. Well trained in airway disturbances, I am adept at identifying and evaluating compromised airway health in children and adults. Symptoms can show up as chronic allergies, teeth grinding, inflammatory diseases and even attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). When symptoms are not addressed at an early age, children can grow up to become adults with sleep apnea and other serious breathing problems.

Dental expertise is vital in establishing the best approach to address airway cases. A compromised airway can be caused by a list of medical concerns including an undeveloped or misaligned lower jaw or a tonsil problem, all very treatable conditions. Tackling the problem early on allows for proper airway growth improving the quality of life for our children and helping to avoid more severe issues later on in life. After all, a sound night’s sleep makes all the difference at any age.

Tell us about your philosophy in practicing dentistry and how you bring together good oral health and esthetics?

My well-rounded comprehensive practice integrates general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry as well as airway issues and overall esthetics. From a simple reshaping of teeth to a complete rehabilitation and esthetic smile design makeover, creating a balance between the teeth, muscles and joints is essential for proper mouth function and in providing longevity to any required restorations. Practicing Integrative Dental Health, I consider the entire patient and the correlation between a healthy mouth and a healthy body. As form follows function, establishing this balance or harmony is key to one’s well-being and a way to calm the entire system.

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• Alumni of University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey – Rutgers Dental School • Master of the Academy of General Dentistry • Fellow of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics • Alumni of The Hornbrook Group for Full Mouth Rehabilitation • Alumni of Brock Rondeau Orthodontics Seminars • Alumni of Spear Education: Innovative Dental Continuing Education • Alumni of The Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education • Alumni of Dental Continuing Education at The Dawson Academy • American Dental Association Member • LSU Orofacial Pain Continuum Graduate • Facilitating Instructor for CDE Seminars (Continuing Dental Engagement) • Teaching Attendee at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center’s Residency Program

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Cancer is the uncontrollable growth of our body’s cells which invade and cause damage to healthy surrounding tissue. Oral cancer or “mouth cancer”—commonly beginning as an innocent looking white patch or ulcer—can affect the tissues and structures in our mouth.

In over decades of practice, I have come to understand the vital importance of education in overall patient care. Many times, responses like “Doc, I never smoked” or “cancer doesn’t run in my family” have prompted discussions of the various signs and risk factors when dealing with this devastating disease.

While it is well understood that the use of tobacco and nicotine products, both smoked and chewed, exposes us to cancer causing chemicals and the chronic use of alcohol can significantly increase our vulnerability, there are other lesser known risk factors. How many of us have had excessive exposure to the sun? The lips are a particularly sensitive area and the cumulative effect of exposure puts us at an increased risk.

Recently you might have seen commercials for the human papillomavirus (HPV)—comprised of more than 100 strains—and the vaccine targeted towards young adults. While most varieties are usually harmless, some can stay dormant for decades and cause disease through transmission, one of which is oral cancer. Oral cancer can be a scary diagnosis and our partnership is key in the fight against it.

At Midland Park Family Dentistry, we use the latest technology and team training in the fight against oral cancer. We begin each day with our office “huddle” to review treatment challenges and to remind ourselves of why we do what we do: to prevent illness when possible and to detect and treat early when required. As with all cancers, the five-year survival rates are much better with early detection.

Contact your dentist and schedule a screening. This phone call could possibly save your life.

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Anthony Caramico, D.M.D. Diane Asmar, D.M.D. • Fairleigh Dickenson University, graduate with honors • University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Doctor of Dental Medicine degree • UMDNJ’s Geriatric Dental Medicine, recipient • Academy of Laser Dentistry, member • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, member • American Dental Association, member • Cerec Doctors Academy, member • New Jersey Dental Association, member • Academy of General Dentistry, member • Bergen County’s Top Dentist 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020 nominee • New Jersey Monthly Top Dentist 2017, 2018 STATE-OF-THE-ART SERVICES INCLUDE: • General and Laser Dentistry • Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease • Pediatric Dentistry • Crowns with CEREC • Dental Fillings with SOLEA • Root Canal Treatment • Tooth Extractions • Cosmetic Dentistry • Digital Imaging • Dental Implants • Oral Appliance Therapy and Sleep Apnea • Invisalign

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What sets your practice apart from other dentists?

I have been providing smile makeovers for almost 20 years using the intensive training in cosmetic dentistry and smile design techniques that I acquired at the Las Vegas Institute (LVI) Global. LVI is a study program known worldwide for exceptional cosmetic dentistry. To create beautiful new smiles, our first step is always to sit down with the patient and come up with a Personalized Dental Plan (PDP) during the consultation. We discuss patient goals and objectives, what they hope to achieve, and together set realistic expectations and desired outcomes.

At River Edge Dental, our process is meticulous and methodical through the use of the latest technology with before and after photos including 3D technology to show all the ins and outs of a patient’s mouth. Our state-of-the-art tools enable us to present the new smile digitally, allowing even the most hesitant patient to see what the smile will look like before we finalize any treatment. Using Digital Smile Design (DSD), a dental treatment tool, we can create a plan completely based on a thorough analysis of a patient’s dental and facial proportions. With today’s advancements in videos and photographs, we can get a better sense of the relationship between the lips, gums, and teeth, as well as how they work together to create a patient’s smile. Our R.E.newSmile Dentistry™ combines the rejuvenating effect of renewing the appearance of your teeth and restoring the youthful proportions of your face to give the effects of a facelift without any surgery.

Why should I consider cosmetic dentistry?

People choose cosmetic dentistry for many reasons. Cosmetic procedures are performed to correct a malformed bite or misshaped, chipped or missing teeth. Choosing cosmetic dentistry is a personal decision; one that can help rejuvenate or build confidence. If you suppress your laughter or are selfconscious about your teeth, cosmetic dentistry can restore your smile and enhance the natural beauty of your face.

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Dr. Marlen Martirossian, D.D.S. • New York University graduate (D.D.S.) • Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn residency program • Completed a 2-year implant course at New York University College of Dentistry • Trained at Las Vegas Institute (LVI), an international post-graduate dental teaching center, in cosmetic dentistry and smile design • Experienced in the treatment of TMJ using neuromuscular dentistry and sleep apnea using oral appliances • Trained at Global Institute for Dental Education (gIDE) on implant dentistry • The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Member • The American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, Member • The American Academy of Sleep Dentistry, Member • International Association of Physiologic Aesthetics, Member SERVICES OFFERED: • Cosmetic Dentistry • General Dentistry • Dental Veneers • Dental Implants • Dentures • Tooth Whitening

• Root Canal Therapy • TMJ Treatment • Sleep Apnea Treatment • Functional Appliances • R.E.newSmile Dentistry™

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It’s important for patients to know they have a choice whether to save their existing teeth or have dental implant tooth replacement. A dentist should evaluate whether a patient’s tooth can last more than 5 years or more before replacement.

It’s always a better option to save your own teeth, but there are instances where implants are needed to restore a healthy mouth. As a group general dental practice with expertise in implant and cosmetic dentistry, we look at the reasons for tooth failure and the ability to save teeth whenever possible.

Our office is a full spectrum practice, offering services from pediatrics and orthodontia, to laser and cosmetic implant dentistry. We have an in-office CAT scan, digital x-ray, surgical suite, and in-house lab for optimum results, boardcertified anesthesiologist and a friendly, well-trained staff. We’re known as a cutting-edge facility which serves as a teaching venue for hundreds of other dentists throughout the world.

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NOT QUITE PIE

These fruity baked treats are a great alternative to traditional pies­—and they’re good for you too.

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JANET LONDON FIELDS APRICOT & CHERRY GALETTE Yields 6-8 servings

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE TOPPING: n 2 Tbs. sugar n 1 Tbs. all-purpose flour n 1 lb. fresh apricots, washed, halved and pitted n 1²/ ³ cups cherries, washed and pitted n 1 egg, beaten n vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, to serve (optional) n 1 Tbs. almond meal FOR THE DOUGH: n 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting n 6 Tbs. cold unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch pieces n ¼ cup ice cold water n a pinch of salt n a pinch of sugar

DIRECTIONS

For the dough, combine the flour, salt and sugar in a bowl and either cut in the cold butter with the back of a fork or use two knives.

Avoid overmixing—leaving larger chunks of butter than you would expect will make the pastry more flaky. Drizzle in the water and bring it all together into a ball without working the dough. Wrap in plastic wrap, then flatten into a disk and let it rest in the refrigerator for about 45 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking pan with parchment paper. Let the dough come to room temperature so it’s easier to work.

Dust a work surface with flour and roll out the dough into a circle about the size of a dinner plate. Put it into the baking pan and refrigerate for a few minutes.

Remove the dough circle and sprinkle the sugar, flour and almond meal over it, leaving a 1¼ inch border around the outside. Arrange the fruit on top of the almond meal—you can put the cherries in the middle and the apricots in a circle around them, or make up your own pattern.

Fold over the dough rim to create a crust. Brush the rim with the beaten egg, and bake in the bottom half of the oven for 45-50 minutes, until the fruit is squashy.

When cooked, transfer the galette to a wire rack to cool.

Serve warm or cold, with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

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Cherries have incredible antioxidant properties and help repair cellular damage in the body. They are also packed with vitamin C, which is crucial to overall health and wellness during the hectic holiday season. Pair this dessert with a warm cup of green tea for the ultimate antiinflammatory punch.”

—Jessica Groff, holistic nutritionist and founder, Renegade Wellness Co., Franklin Lakes

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STRAWBERRY & BLUEBERRY COBBLER Yields 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

n1 ¾ cups blueberries n 3¼ cups strawberries, hulled and quartered n ¼ cup superfine sugar n ¼ cup cornstarch n 1¼ cups gluten-free allpurpose flour n 1¼ cups gluten-free baking powder n large pinch of salt n 3½ sticks unsalted butter, cut into small cubes n ²/³ cup heavy cream, plus extra for brushing

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Combine the berries, sugar and cornstarch and put the mix into a deep 1½-quart baking dish.

Put the flour, baking powder, salt and butter into a bowl and use the back of a fork or two knives to break up the chunks of butter into tiny pieces. Pour over the cream and mix until it all comes together.

Press the “dough” into a ball and place on a floured work surface. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes. Then roll out the dough to a ¾-inch thickness and cut out circles with a cookie cutter.

Lay the circles flat over the fruit, brush with extra cream and place on a baking pan to catch any drips.

Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.

Eating berries year round is a great idea because they’re packed with healthpromoting nutrients that offer valuable protection against inflammation, heart disease, cancer and age-related conditions. If you want to add a little more holiday flair to this recipe, swap out some of the berries for fresh cranberries and finish it off with fresh orange zest.”

—Marie Roth, registered dietitian, owner of Powerfuel Nutrition and founder of Simply Trudy Breads, Norwood

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DITTISHAM PLUM CRISP Yields 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

n2 ¼ lbs. tart plums n ¼ cup superfine sugar n 3 Tbs. gluten-free allpurpose flour n 1 Tbs. sweet white wine FOR THE TOPPING: n ²/³ cup gluten-free allpurpose flour n 1 cup almond meal n ½ cup slivered almonds n ¹/³ cup packed light brown sugar n a pinch of sea salt n ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon n 1¼ sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into half-inch cubes

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Halve and pit the plums and put into a bowl. Toss with the sugar, flour and wine and put into a deep 9- to 10inch baking dish.

Put all the crumb topping ingredients into a bowl and use the back of a fork or two knives to break up the chunks of butter into tiny pieces.

Sprinkle the topping lightly over the fruit and place in the oven.

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden.

All recipes and photos are reprinted with permission from LEON Happy Baking by Claire Ptak and Henry Dimbleby. Photos by Steven Joyce © Hachette Book Group.

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The plums and almonds in this pie are excellent sources of essential minerals, including potassium, magnesium, calcium and zinc. Using glutenfree oats or oat flour in place of the glutenfree all-purpose flour would further amp up the fiber and mineral content of this recipe.”

—Marie Roth, registered dietitian, owner of Powerfuel Nutrition and founder of Simply Trudy Breads, Norwood

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The Amazing Apricot

Here’s a dried fruit with priceless health benefits that make it truly golden, inside and out.

Don’t let apricots’ modest size fool you—they cut a tall figure in the health world. For centuries, this sun-kissed fruit that grows on a small tree has been hailed in Chinese culture as a cure-all ingredient, thanks to apothecaries who often used ground apricot kernels in their medicines. Even today the phrase “expert of the apricot grove” in Chinese describes a physician. And while you can enjoy the semi-sweet tartness of an apricot in its fresh form or in the macerated marmalade on your morning toast, dried apricots take top billing in nutrition and versatility.

POWER UP When water is slowly removed from fresh apricots during dehydration, almost all of the nutrients stay behind (except vitamin C, which is heat-sensitive), leaving the dried-out remnants supercharged with the best features of the original fruit.

Dried apricots are jam-packed with soluble fiber that’s good for healthy digestion and regularity. In fact, a one-fourth cup serving of dried apricots provides roughly 16 percent of your recommended daily fiber intake while one cup clocks in at 314 calories, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Those same high fiber levels make dried apricots helpful in controlling your weight (when serving sizes are monitored) and lowering your cholesterol. They have abundant calcium, which builds bones and protects nerves. They’re also an ideal snack for a stressful workday or a moment of anxiety, as apricots are high in magnesium, a natural relaxant for nerves and muscle tension. The vibrant orange hue of dehydrated apricots indicates that the fruit is rich in vitamin A, an antioxidant that promotes cell generation, healthy eyesight and strong bones.

the fruit’s freshness will begin to dwindle. Looking to make your dried apricots last all year long? The USDA suggests refrigerating them to add six months to their freshness timetable.

While you may be most accustomed to seeing diced dried apricots in storebought fruitcakes during the holiday season, these sweet treats truly shine when added to certain other winter recipes, for example: • Dried apricots provide the perfect touch of sweetness when piled on top of a baked Brie cheese appetizer.

• Replacing raisins in a traditional oatmeal-raisin cookie recipe with chopped dried apricots can create a new, more tart take on a beloved classic.

• A winter salad of spinach and quinoa dressed with dried apricots is a chance to get your greens with an intense fruity flavor.

• Dried apricots dunked in a cup of melted dark chocolate and chilled make a batch of quick and easy party favors for your next holiday get-together.

—Gianna Barone

BUY/STORE/SERVE You’re sure to find whole dried apricots in the fruit and nut section of your local grocery store, or pre-diced ones in a bin in any “make your own trail mix” station of the farmer’s market. Turkey is the largest producer of dried apricots in the world, growing fruits that are dried whole, with a bright yellow-orange color and a distinctly sweet taste. (Most of the world’s supply comes from the Turkish province of Malatya, where archaeologists’ excavations have found evidence of civilization dating back to the fourth millennium B.C.) The top producer among U.S. states is California, where the dehydrated fruits are often halved and dark orange with a tart bite to them.

Buy dried apricots with no added sugar or artificial coloring listed on the ingredients label. Dried apricots best maintain freshness if they’re packaged in an opaque, light-blocking bag or box. They’re built to last in your pantry, as they’re typically doused with sulfur dioxide during the dehydration process (unless you purchase the organic variety) to ensure longevity and that gorgeous golden color. However, once you break open the bag for snacking, airtight storage in a container or freezer bag is imperative, as the sulfur will dissipate almost instantly and

DID YOU KNOW? Despite apricots’ potent health benefits, they’re thought to bring bad luck in the U.S. Marines. Even saying their name is avoided, as Marines prefer to call them “’cots” or “the A-fruit” the way superstitious actors refer to Macbeth as “the Scottish play.”

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DEC 1–JAN 5 Get into the holiday spirit in the best way possible with a visit (or several visits) to BERGEN COUNTY’S WINTER WONDERLAND AT VAN SAUN PARK. The annual wintery spectacle is an event the entire family can enjoy, with activities such as ice skating, train and carousel rides, zoo entry, food trucks, balloon art, face painting, visits from Santa… and an indoor/outdoor beer garden for the parents who need a drink after all of that. Every activity is included in ticket purchase—food and drinks are a separate charge. Visit bergencountywinterwonderland.com for times, which vary by day, as well as pricing for various age groups.

DEC 5 Lyndhurst mama and popular Instagrammer Danielle Kappmeier, better known by her Instagram handle @thestylishdetail, is hosting a SIP & PAINT: HOLIDAY GIFTING EVENT at Bloomingdale’s in Hackensack. Join Kappmeier and other local ladies for a night of sips and light bites while you paint a pretty winter landscape and hear about her must-haves for the holiday season. The event is 6–8:30 p.m., with a $10 registration fee. Visit paint_berg_dec5.eventbrite.com to get tickets before they sell out.

DEC 6–8 Pottery enthusiasts join together for the biggest ceramic exhibit in the area for the 45th annual OLD CHURCH POTTERY SHOW AND SALE at The Art School at Old Church in Demarest. This is a nationallyrenowned event among the clay community, where participants can check out (and purchase) the handmade clay creations of more than 30 skilled potters. A donation of $10 to $20 is suggested. Go to oldchurch potteryshow.org to get tickets and see the times, which vary by day.

DEC 7 Get into the holiday spirit with your neighbors at River Edge’s annual HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY at 4 p.m. at Borough Hall.

In addition to the tree lighting, there will be plenty of photo ops with guests from the North Pole, festive snacks, a craft project, a sing-along with the River Edge Girl Scouts and more. Admission is FREE. For more info, go to riveredgenj.org/recreation.

DEC 8 Paramus Catholic High School is paying homage to two women in sports with a special DEDICATION CEREMONY. During this get-together, the school will dedicate its gymnasium to Dr. Rose Marie Battaglia, a member of the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame and former PCHS coach.

The school will also dedicate its basketball court to the memory of the late Anne Donovan, an alumni player who went on to win Olympic gold medals as both a player and a coach. The event begins at 3 p.m. with the dedication ceremony, followed by refreshments and a Lady Paladins Alumnae game. If you’d like to attend, reach out to Scott Langan, vice principal of student life and athletic director, at 201.445.4466, ext. 199 or via email at slangan@paramus-catholic.org.

DEC 11 If the holiday season is turning out to be more stressful than joyful, take a night to relax at Glen Rock Library’s ADULT COLORING GROUP. Color your stress away and enjoy hot tea and cookies while socializing with your neighbors at this drop-in event from 7–8:30 p.m.

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DEC 12 Your son or daughter, niece or nephew or maybe even yourself will love competing with other gamers at the SUPER SMASH BROS. ULTIMATE TOURNAMENT at Gamers Paradise in River Vale beginning at 6 p.m. Using the Nintendo Switch platform, players will scrimmage against each other in a series of rounds and games to see who reigns supreme. Winners will go home with cash prizes or store credit. Entry fee is $15 per player or $10 for early registration. Learn more at gpvideogames.com.

DEC 13–15 THE NUTCRACKER never gets old, which is why Nunbetter Dance Theatre has been presenting the show for the past 21 years. Enjoy this year’s milestone anniversary performance at the Bergen County Academies Auditorium in Hackensack—Sugar Plum Fairy included! Tickets range from $15 to $30, plus service fees. Check out brownpapertickets.com/ event/4403142 for showtimes, which vary by day, and to buy your tickets.

DEC 14 The holiday season can be difficult for those suffering from celiac disease, with temptation at every turn, but it doesn’t have to be. Build a GLUTEN-FREE GINGERBREAD HOUSE and hear from Anne Lee, nutritionist at the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University, at this hands-on event at Hackensack Meridian Health’s Pascack Valley campus in Westwood. Dr. Lee will answer questions about the disease from 2–4 p.m. Participants must register at GenerationGF. NorthernNJ@gluten.org (and bring a cube-shaped tissue box for the house), but the event itself is FREE.

DEC 14 Get in your exercise before all that holiday indulgence at the UGLY SWEATER SHUFFLE 5K at Saddle River County Park in Saddle Brook. This inaugural event, which runs from 9 a.m. to noon, features live entertainment and music.

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If you’d rather spend your weekend eating (no judgment!), then stop by the CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK at Grace United Methodist Church in Wyckoff. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., you’ll see (and sample) tons of different homemade baked goods. You can then customize your own box of cookies with your selections, and give it as a hostess gift (or keep it for yourself). Cookies are $10 per pound. Contact Carol Moore at events@gumc.org for info.

DEC 15 The critically-acclaimed The Very Hungry Caterpillar show, based off the book by Eric Carle, gets a Christmas update in CARLE’S DREAM SNOW. During the show at Englewood’s BergenPAC, 75 puppets based on characters from Carle’s books will tell the holiday tale that little ones will adore. Shows are at 1 and 4 p.m., and tickets start at $15. Get tickets and more info at bergenpac.org/events.

DEC 15 Kids aged 1-14 will have a (matzah) ball at the CHANUKAH CONCERT AND FAMILY SING-A-LONG at Congregation B’nai Israel in Emerson. Gear up for the festival of lights with festive songs, good company and yummy refreshments from 10–11:30 a.m. Admission is FREE. For the full scoop, go to jfnnj.org.

DEC 20 The Meadowlands Racetrack, known around these parts as The Big M, is thanking customers for a great year with a major discount. Enjoy $1 NIGHT at the East Rutherford racetrack, where concession items such as soda, hot dogs and popcorn are available for just $1 while you watch the races. They’ll also be selling Bud Lights for $2, so come hungry and thirsty! Promotion is from 7–10 p.m. Thebigm. com has more details.

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DEC 28 Fall festivities like hayrides and pumpkin patches get an upgrade for the most wonderful time of the year at the 2019 ORCHARD OF LIGHTS at Hillsdale’s Demarest Farms. Take a haywagon through gorgeous light displays in the orchards, stop by the market, take photos with Santa and make your own s’mores by the firepit. The event runs from 5–11 p.m.—kids aged 2-12 get in for $12 each; adult entry Is $15 each. Buy tickets at demarest farms.com/orchard-of-lights/.

DEC 29 Maggiano’s Little Italy at The Shops at Riverside is hosting a fun evening of food, fun and holiday entertainment during its NIGHT OF COMEDY MAGIC event. From 6–7 p.m. enjoy appetizers, followed by a family-style dinner of Italian favorites like chicken parm, baked ziti and cheesecake. Then, at 8 p.m., there will be a comedy magic show performed by Marco, a popular local magician. Admission is $65 per person; kids 11 and under are $45. Get your tickets and learn more at eventbrite.com.

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Delhi Accent

Most of us have proclaimed Jersey is home to the best of the best pizzerias and bagel shops, but we might have to add Indian restaurants to that list. In Bergen County alone, a number of wonderful establishments specializing in the South Asian cuisine have opened (or reopened) in the past 12 months, and I’ve been lucky to score a table at several of them. One of the newest, Delhi Accent in Ridgewood, debuted to much fanfare this fall and already is moving to the head of the class.

The restaurant takes over the space formerly occupied by Brasserie de Novo, boosting the number of Indian eateries in the village to three. So what separates Delhi Accent from the rest? For starters, everything inside is brand new. Owner Akshay Jhanjee tells BERGEN the entire kitchen was redone and modernized, which also can be said about the menu. Jhanjee is co-owner of Tashan, a popular traditional Indian restaurant in West Caldwell. About 60 percent of Delhi Accent’s menu mirrors Tashan’s offerings; the other 40 percent is comprised of tweaked recipes and other “innovative dishes,” he says, adding that the Delhi Accent menu will likely change seasonally.

My friend and I quickly noticed the chef’s spin on things, spotting appetizers like butter chicken lollipops and saffron butter garlic crab (other than shrimp, how often does shellfish end up in an Indian restaurant?) among usual suspects such as vegetable samosa and hara bhara kabab. We started with the aforementioned shrimp, mango Tulsi prawns, a colorful dish featuring five jumbo crustaceans. Foodies need not worry: Each piece of tandoori grilled shrimp is prepared perfectly—nothing over or undercooked—and the flavors of mango and fresh basil complement the taste of the seafood.

We passed on lighter veggie apps and split a barrah kebab as a second starter. Previous barrah kebabs that I’ve tried were made with mutton, the tougher and gamier meat of a mature sheep. At Delhi Accent, the dish is prepared with tender lamb that’s marinated in yogurt, ginger and garlic then slow cooked in a clay tandoori oven—picking up a great charcoal flavor. The result is one of the tastiest and most filling dishes on the menu.

At the first sign we were done with appetizers, our friendly server brought a table-sized serving of hot garlic naan to our table. Unlike other restaurants, Delhi Accent serves its naan with entrées, unless you specify that the bread is brought as an appetizer. The naan was quickly followed by our shared main course, lamb madras. After going back and forth between something traditional like chicken vindaloo or goat curry (there are plenty of vegetarian and fish options too), we opted to split the madras. This offering appeared on the evening specials but it’s destined to land on the regular menu. It’s an amazing red curry with a level of heat that resembles vindaloo but will win you over every time, especially with the melt-in-yourmouth meat. The naan and side order of basmati rice were great accompaniments to sop up the curry sauce (and soothe hot tongues).

In lieu of ice cream, rice pudding and, my personal favorite, gulab jamun (next time!), my friend and I each enjoyed a glass of mango lassi. The sweet drink was the perfect way to cap our first of what’s sure to be many visits to Delhi Accent, a restaurant that thus far is meeting all expectations.

Delhi Accent, 37 Chestnut St., Ridgewood, 201.444.4910, delhiaccentnj.com

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Where To Eat

Getting three squares a day has never been easier—Bergen County is home to a selection of restaurants diverse enough to satisfy all of your cravings.

T & THAI 644 Anderson Ave. 201.941.0099 tnthai.com

CAFFE CAPRI 119 Park Ave. 201.460.1039 caffecaprirestaurant.com

CLOSTER

EDGEWATER

BUON GUSTO 534 Durie Ave. 201.784.9036

CAFÉ ARCHETYPUS 266 River Rd. 201.941.0609 archetypus.com

THE HILL 252 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.899.4700 thehillcloster.com LOCALE CAFÉ & BAR 208 Piermont Rd. 201.750.3233 locale208closter.com SEAR HOUSE 411 Piermont Rd. 201.292.4612 searhouse.com STERN & BOW 171 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.750.3350 sternandbowrestaurant.com

CRESSKILL DELVINA RESTAURANT 172 Piermont Rd. 201.816.0239 delvinarestaurant.com FARMHOUSE CAFÉ 15 E. Madison Ave. 201.266.8931 farmhousecafenj.com

DEMAREST ALLENDALE

BERGENFIELD

MASA SUSHI & GRILL 81 W. Allendale Ave. 201.934.6616 masasushiandgrill.com

BAMBOO GRILL 54 S. Washington Ave. 201.384.5951 bamboo-grill.com

LUKA’S 10 River Rd. 201.440.2996 lukasitaliancuisine.com

CARLSTADT

CHAPALA GRILL 52 S. Washington Ave. 201.387.2107 chapalamexicangrill.com

BIGGIE’S 430 Rte. 17 S. 201.933.4000 biggies.com

SAVINI 168 W. Crescent Ave. 201.760.3700 savinirestaurant.com

WAGON WHEEL 16 S. Front St. 201.384.9464

GIANNA’S 843 Washington Ave. 201.460.7997 giannas.biz

ALPINE

BOGOTA

KIKU 385 Rte. 9 W 201.767.6322

101 PUB 101 Queen Anne Rd. 201.343.9802

MEZZALUNA BISTRO 97 W. Allendale Ave. 201.327.6556

IL VILLAGGIO 651 Rte. 17 N. 201.935.7733 ilvillaggio.com

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MASSAMAN THAI CUISINE 312 Hackensack St. 201.559.1424 massamanthaicuisine.com

CLIFFSIDE PARK AVO’S GRILL 720 Anderson Ave., Ste. 4, 201.945.9038 orderavos.com RUDY’S 591 Anderson Ave. 201.943.9252 rudyscliffsidenj.com SEDONA TAPHOUSE 679 Anderson Ave. 201.943.2300 sedonataphouse.com

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HAVEN 2 Main St. 201.943.1900 havenedgewater.com IZZY’S PIZZERIA 86 The Promenade City Place 201.795.2600 izzyspizzeria.com JACK’S LOBSTER SHACK 1040 River Rd. 201.224.2808 jackslobstershack.com NAMASTE 880 River Rd. 201.917.3303 namasteindiaedgewater. com/ PA DE THAI 264 Old River Rd. 201.945.9999 padethai.com PIER 115 115 River Rd. 201.313.2155 pier115barandgrill.com

YASOU MYKONOS 134 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.768.8500 yasoumykonos.com

REBECCA’S 236 Old River Rd. 201.943.8808 rebeccasedgewater.com

DUMONT FOSCHINI’S 21 E. Madison Ave. 201.387.9998 foschinis.com

THE RIVER PALM TERRACE 1416 River Rd. 201.224.2013 riverpalm.com

IL MULINO 132 Veterans Plz. 201.384.7767 ilmulinodumont.com

ROBERTO’S II 936 River Rd. 201.224.2524 robertosii.com

EAST RUTHERFORD

THAT FONDUE PLACE 934 River Rd. 201.224.2524 thatfondueplace.com

ANNABELLA’S HOUSE OF MOZZARELLA 900 Paterson Plank Rd. 201.804.0303 annabellasmozz.com

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ELMWOOD PARK ELMWOOD PARK DINER 375 Market St. 201.796.6641 epdiner.com ROYAL WARSAW 871 River Dr. 201.794.9277 royalwarsaw.com TAVERNA MYKONOS 238 Broadway 201.703.9200 tavernamykonos.com

EMERSON FRANCO’S PIZZA 207 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.265.8111 francospizzarestaurant.com PIMAAN THAI 79 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.967.0440 pimaanthai.com

ENGLEWOOD AKAI LOUNGE 11 N. Dean St. 201.541.0086 akailounge.com BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 45 E. Palisade Ave. 201.569.6267 baumgartscafe.com CASSIE’S 18 S. Dean St. 201.541.6760 cassiespizzeria.com DARUMA 45 N. Dean St. 201.567.9600 darumaenglewood.com NOCHES DE PLAZA 34 E. Palisade Ave. 201.731.3184 RED, WHITE & PASTA 21 E. Palisade Ave. 201.731.3223 redwhiteandpasta.com

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS

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CAFÉ ITALIANO 14 Sylvan Ave. 201.461.5041 cafeitaliano.net CLIFF’S STEAKHOUSE 18 Sylvan Ave. 201.944.0233 cliffssteakhouse.com GRISSINI 484 Sylvan Ave. 201.568.3535 grissinirestaurant.com

LEFKES 495 Sylvan Ave. 201.408.4444 lefkesnj.com

FRANKLIN LAKES

FAIR LAWN

GOLDEN DYNASTY 825 Franklin Lake Rd. 201.891.7866 goldendynastynj.com

DAVIA 6-09 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.797.6767 KIMCHI MAMA 7-09 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.703.2905 MEI SUSHI 14-20 Plaza Rd. 201.398.9882 meisushi.com OCEANOS OYSTER BAR & SEA GRILL 2-27 Saddle River Rd. 201.796.0546 oceanosrestaurant.com THE RIVER PALM TERRACE 41-11 Rte. 4 201.703.3500 riverpalm.com

FAIRVIEW NOCHES DE COLOMBIA 172 Broad Ave. 201.840.8428 nochesdecolombia.com PATSY’S 344 Bergen Blvd.

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FORT LEE CAFFÉ MILANO 2117 Rte. 4 E. 201.461.0466 CITY PERCH 2023 Hudson St. 201.582.7101 cityperch.com IN NAPOLI 116 Main St. 201.947.2500 inapoli.com LOUI LOUI 210 Main St. 201.461.7080 louiloui.com MOOD FOOD 1224 Anderson Ave. 201.313.8278 moodfood.life PRIME & BEYOND 501 Main St. 201.461.0033 primeandbeyond.com VENTANAS AT THE MODERN 200 Park Ave. 201.583.4777 ventanasatthemodern. com

STONY HILL INN 231 Polifly Rd. 201.342.4085 stonyhillinn.com

THE CHEF’S TABLE 754 Franklin Ave. 201.891.6644

WHITE MANNA 358 River St. 201.342.0914

HARRINGTON PARK

SUSHI COCORO 856 Franklin Ave. 201.560.1333 sushicocoro.com

DONATELLA RISTORANTE 12 Tappan Rd. 201.767.4245

GARFIELD

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS

GOODFELLAS 661 Midland Ave. 973.478.4000 goodfellasristorante.com

BENDIX DINER 464 Rte. 17 201.288.0143

LA CAMBUSA 517 River Dr. 973.272.8739 cambusanj.com

BENSI 459 Rte. 17 S. 201.727.9525 bensihh.com

LA FORTALEZA 361 Midland Ave. 973.928.4470 lafortalezamexrestaurant.com

GLEN ROCK THE GLEN ROCK INN 222 Rock Rd. 201.445.2362 glenrockinn.com NECTAR CAFE 175 Rock Rd. 201.857.0825 nectarcafenj.com ROCCA 203 Rock Rd. 201.670.4945 roccanj.com

HACKENSACK CHEERS BAR AND RESTAURANT 774 Main St. 201.487.0660 HOUSTON’S 1 Riverside Sq., #181 201.488.5667 houstons.com MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE 1 Riverside Sq., #274 201.487.1303 mortons.com/hackensack THE OCEANAIRE 175 Riverside Sq. 201.343.8862 theoceanaire.com PICCO TAVERN 160 Prospect Ave. 201.880.8750 piccotavern.com SOLARI’S 61 S. River St. 201.487.1969 solarisrestaurant.net BERGENMAG.COM

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THE HEIGHTS BAR & GRILL 163 Boulevard 201.288.9338 heightsbarandgrill.com IVY INN 268 Terrace Ave. 201.393.7699 ivyinn.com

HAWORTH

OSSO BUCO 343 Broadway 201.664.1600 ossobucogrill.com

SERGIO’S MISSIONE 2 N. Mercer St. 973.778.4545 sergiosmissione.com

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ALBERT’S CAFE AMICI 4 Sycamore Ave. 201.389.6377 albertscafeamici.com

ANGELO’S 263 Ridge Rd. 201.939.1922

ALT EATS CAFÉ 622 N. Maple Ave. 201.444.1300 alteatscafe.com

ALESSANDRO’S 157 Terrace St. 201.385.8544 alessandrosnj.com

HO-HO-KUS INN 1 E. Franklin Tpke.

201.445.4115 hohokusinn.com

ANDIAMO 23 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.384.1551 andiamorestaurant.net

ST. EVE’S 611 N. Maple Ave. 201.857.4717 stevesnj.com

TERRACE STREET CAFÉ 149 Terrace St. 201.338.4720 terracestreetcafe. wixsite.com

LEONIA

HILLSDALE THE CORNERSTONE 84 Broadway 201.666.8688 thecornerstonenj.com

FONTANA DI TREVI 248 Fort Lee Rd. 201.242.9040 fontanaditrevirestaurant. com

GOLDEN DYNASTY 295 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.358.8685 goldendynastynj.com

NAKAHARA 299 Broad Ave. 201.482.4358 nakahara299.com

MATSU SUSHI & GRILL 140 Broadway 201.722.9388 matsunj.com

LITTLE FERRY

NINO’S PIZZA 456 Broadway 201.497.6900 ninospizzaonline.com

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DANTE’S PLACE 373 Broad Ave. 201.592.9071 dantesplace.com

SEGOVIA STEAKHOUSE & SEAFOOD 217 Main St. 201.814.1100 segoviasteakhouse.com

LEE’S HAWAIIAN ISLANDER 768 Stuyvesant Ave. 201.939.3777 MICHAEL’S RIVERSIDE 528 Riverside Ave. 201.939.6333 michaelsriverside.com

MAHWAH MASON JAR 219 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.529.2302 NAGOYA 1007 MacArthur Blvd.

201.818.9933 nagoyacuisine.com THE RIVER PALM TERRACE 209 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.529.1111 riverpalm.com SANGRIA 1033 MacArthur Blvd.

201.962.3310 sangriamahwah.com STATELINE DINER 375 Rte. 17 201.529.3353 statelinediner.com

MAYWOOD ANGELO’S 245 Maywood Ave. 201.845.4278

LODI

MIDLAND PARK

REBAR & KITCHEN 132 Essex St. 201.368.8181 rebarnj.com

ARTURO’S 41 Central Ave. 201.444.2466 arturos.co

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KIKU 365 Rte. 17 S. 201.265.7200 MANTRA 275 Rte. 4 W. 201.342.8868 mantranj.com

PARK RIDGE 103 PRIME AT VALENTINO’S 103 Spring Valley Rd. 201.391.2220 103prime.com ESTY STREET 86 Spring Valley Rd. 201.307.1515 estystreet.com GREEK CORNER GRILL 99 Park Ave. 201.476.1400 greekcornergrill.com THE PARK STEAKHOUSE 151 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.930.1300 theparksteakhouse.com FIONA’S RISTORANTE 118 Godwin Ave. 210.857.5800 fionasristorante.com

MONTVALE BELLISSIMO 12 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.6669 bellissimonj.com

NEW MILFORD CASUAL HABANA CAFÉ 200 Main St. 201.576.0400 casualhabanacafe.com SANZARI’S 105 Old New Bridge Rd. 201.692.7700 sanzaris.com

HEARTH & TAP CO. 125 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.307.6300 hearthandtap.com

SECTION 201 704 River Rd. 201.262.5600 section201.com

MOONACHIE

NORTHVALE

BAZZARELLI 117 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4010 bazzarellirestaurant.com BISTRO 107 107 Moonachie Rd. 201.440.3339 bistro107nj.com LA HAVANA 59 110 Moonachie Ave. 201.964.9515 lahavana59.com PROVA 94 Moonachie Ave. 201.939.8500 provanow.com SEGOVIA 150 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4266 segoviarestaurant.com

THE GREEK VILLAGE 254 Livingston St. 201.750.8570 greekvillagenj.com MADELEINE’S PETIT PARIS 416 Tappan Rd. 201.767.0063 madeleinespetitparis.com TASTE OF SPAIN 493 Tappan Rd. 201.767.8904 tasteofspain restaurant.com

NORWOOD CHOK DEE THAI KITCHEN 561 Livingston St. 201.750.8880 chokdeethaikitchen.com

COUSINS PIZZA 450 Livingston St. 201.767.4300 cousinsnorwoodnj.com

VICOLO RISTORANTE 216 Old Tappan Rd. 201.497.8777 vicoloristorante.com

DIMORA 100 Piermont Rd. 201.750.5000 dimorarestaurant.com

ORADELL

RAGAZZI 530 Livingston St. 201.660.7950 ragazzirestaurant lounge.com WILD WASABI 460 Livingston St. 201.767.1300 gowildwasabi.com

OAKLAND CAFÉ L’AMORE 455 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.5558 cafelamore.com PORTOBELLO 175 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.8990 portobellonj.com W’S GRILL 20 Elm St. 201.651.0005 wsgrilloakland.com

OLD TAPPAN

ESTI’S CAFE 680 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.322.6362 estiscafe.com RED APPLE RESTAURANT 235 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.986.1800 redappleoradell.com OCEAN SUSHI 619 Oradell Ave. 201.986.1113 oceansushioradell.com

PALISADES PARK MESON MADRID 343 Bergen Blvd.

201.947.1038 mesonmadrid.com TO SOK CHON 138 W. Central Blvd.

201.482.0910

PARAMUS BIAGIO’S 299 Paramus Rd. 201.652.0201 biagios.com

YUKI HANA 131 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.391.3230 yukihanaparkridge.net

RAMSEY ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA 984 Rte. 17 201.818.2625 acfp.com

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CAFÉ TIVOLI 533 Shaler Blvd.

201.941.5561 cafetivoli.com TUTTO A MODO MIO 482 Bergen Blvd.

201.313.9690 tuttoamodomio.com

RIDGEFIELD PARK LUIGI’S RESTAURANT 54 Mt. Vernon St. 201.641.9869 luigisridgefieldpark.com MK VALENCIA 228 Main St. 201.373.0228 mkvalenciarestaurant.com SPARTA TAVERNA 206 Main St. 201.296.0095 spartataverna.com THAI PALACE 218 E. Main St. 201.441.9119 thaipalaceteaneck.com

RIDGEWOOD A MANO 24 Franklin Ave. 201.493.2000 amanopizza.com BAMBOO HOUSE 28 S. Broad St. 201.447.3111 BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 158 Franklin Ave. 201.612.5688 baumgartscafe.com CAFÉ 37 37 S. Broad St. 201.857.0437 café-37.com

CAFÉ PANACHE 130 E. Main St. 201.934.0030 cafepanachenj.com

FELINA 54 E. Ridgewood Ave. 551.276.5454 felinarestaurant.com

GAO THAI KITCHEN 63 W. Main St. 201.962.2691 gaothaikitchen.com

FINCA 20 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.1199 fincanj.com

GIOVANNA’S CAFÉ 19 E. Main St. 201.825.5835 giovannascafe.com

FROM SCRATCH 44 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.857.5188 fromscratch ridgewood.com

THE SHANNON ROSE 1200 Rte. 17 201.962.7602 theshannonrose.com VARKA ESTIATORIO 30 N. Spruce St. 201.995.9333 varkarestaurant.com

HOSHITORI 216 Old Tappan Rd. 201.666.6544 BERGENMAG.COM

PEPPERCORNS 176 Colony Ave. 201.391.2818 peppercornsparkridge.com

RIDGEFIELD

GREEN FUSION 22 Oak St. 201.670.7502 greenfusionnj.com KUMO 55 Franklin Ave. 201.251.9693 kumo55.com

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EL CID 205 Paramus Rd. 201.843.0123

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{ ON THE TOWN } LA LANTERNA CAFÉ 29 W. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.5520 lalanternaof ridgewood.com LISA’S 28 Oak St. 201.251.8686 lisasmediterranean cuisine.net PARK WEST TAVERN 30 Oak St. 201.445.5400 parkwesttavern.com

GREEN PAPAYA 110 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.678.1888 greenpapayanj.com ISTANBLUE 645 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.262.4400 istanblueriveredge.net SANDUCCI’S 620 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.599.0600 sanduccis.com

RIVER VALE

PEARL RESTAURANT 17 S. Broad St. 201.857.5100 pearlridgewood.com

AMMATA THAI KITCHEN 184 Rivervale Rd. 201.664.2299 ammata.com

RAYMOND’S 101 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.445.5125

ARMANDO’S TUSCAN GRILL 688 Westwood Ave. 201.722.5820 armandostuscangrill.com

ROOTS STEAKHOUSE 17 Chestnut St. 201.444.1922 rootssteakhouse.com WILD & HEARTY 37 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.857.5015 wildandhearty.com

RIVER EDGE A TASTE OF GREECE 935 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.967.0029 atasteofgreecenj.com FUKI SUSHI 828 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.225.0160 fukisushi4u.com

CRECCO’S CAFÉ 649 Westwood Ave. 201.664.7200 creccoscafe.com

ROCHELLE PARK BUCCO’S 60 Essex St. 201.226.1030 buccosristorante.com NANNI 53 W. Passaic St. 201.843.1250 nanni.com

WOODSTONE PIZZA BAR AND GRILL 352 W. Passaic St. 201.845.7600 woodstonepizza barandgrill.com

RUTHERFORD

THE GOLDEN PUB 335 Market St. 201.843.9210 thegoldenpub.com THE PLANK PIZZA CO. BEER PARLOR 383 Market St. 201.843.2426 ppcbp.com

CAFÉ MATISSE 167 Park Ave. 201.935.2995 cafematisse.com

SADDLE RIVER

FINCH’S RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE 801 Rutherford Ave. 201.231.3141

THE SADDLE RIVER INN 2 Barnstable Ct. 201.825.4016 saddleriverinn.com

PAISANO’S 132 Park Ave. 201.935.5755 paisanos.com VOLARES 7 Station Square 201.935.6606 volaresrestaurant.com

SADDLE BROOK MATSUYA 490 Market St. 201.843.5811 matsuyasteakhouse.com QUE PASTA 326 Market St. 201.712.1900 qpitalian.com SADDLE BROOK DINER 30 Market St. 201.843.5929 saddlebrookdiner.com

SOUTH HACKENSACK I GEMELLI RISTORANTE 268 Huyler St. 201.487.4220 igemelliristorante.com

TEANECK AL’S CHARCOAL PIT 540 Cedar Ln. 201.530.7786 AMARONE 63 Cedar Ln. 201.833.1897 amaroneristorante.net ROSE RESTAURANT 1150 Teaneck Rd. 201.569.3600 rosepersian restaurant.com VEGGIE HEAVEN 473 Cedar Ln. 201.836.0887 veggieheaventeaneck.com

TENAFLY AXIA TAVERNA 18 Piermont Rd. 201.569.5999 axiataverna.com

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CAFÉ ANGELIQUE 1 Piermont Rd. 201.541.1010 cafeangeliquenyc.com KINARA 10 Jay St. 201.399.7788 kinaracuisineofindia.com

SAYOLA RESTAURANT 50 Prospect Ter. 201.871.2182 sayolarestaurant.com

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PALMER’S CROSSING 145 Dean Dr. 201.567.4800 palmerscrossing restaurant.com

SIMPLY VIETNAMESE 1 Hollywood Ave. 201.568.7770 simplyvietnamese.info

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WALDWICK ANDREA’S 20 E. Prospect St. 201.670.0275 andreasrestaurantnj.com

KIMCHI SMOKE BARBECUE 301 Center Ave. 201.487.6333 kimchismoke.com

CIRCOLO 53 Franklin Tpke.

201.882.1818 circolo.info

MEZZA 20 Jefferson Ave. 201.722.8822 mezzawestwood.com

LIMONCELLO 32 Franklin Tpke.

201.652.5573 limoncellonj.com

P.J. FINNEGAN’S 274 Fairview Ave. 201.664.7576 pjfinnegans.com

MOSHI MOSHI 137 Franklin Tpke.

201.444.1130 sushimoshi.com

THE IRON HORSE 20 Washington Ave. 201.666.9682 theironhorse.com

THE VILLAGE GRILLE 71 Crescent Ave. 201.670.8200 villagegrillewaldwick.com

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP BACARI GRILL 800 Ridgewood Rd. 201.358.6330 bacarigrill.com

WOODCLIFF LAKE BAREBURGER 455 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.746.9275 bareburger.com CASA DEL SOLE 115 Broadway 201.391.5671 casadelsole.biz

WOOD-RIDGE

DOG HOUSE SALOON & GRILL 270 Pascack Rd. 201.722.1820

ANGELONI’S AT THE WOODRIDGE INN 191 Valley Blvd.

201.939.1234

LILI’S BISTRO 251 Pascack Rd. 201.664.5454 lilisbistronj.com

JUSTIN’S 269 Hackensack St. 201.933.4276 justinsristoranteii.com

PHO MIU 255 Pascack Rd. 201.497.3915

MARTINI GRILL 187 Hackensack St. 201.939.2000

WING LEE KITCHEN 301 Pascack Rd. 201.358.0702 wingleekitchen.com

WYCKOFF

WESTWOOD

ALDO’S 640 Wyckoff Ave. 201.891.2618 aldosofwyckoff.com

BIBI’Z 284 Center Ave. 201.722.8600 bibizlounge.com

BENARES 327 Franklin Ave. 201.904.2222 benaresnj.com

BOP N SUSHI 441 Broadway 201.722.8687 bopnsushi.com

THE BRICK HOUSE 179 Godwin Ave. 201.848.1211 thebrickhousewyckoff.com

CAFFÉ ANELLO 11 Madison Ave. 201.786.8137 caffeanello.com

T.S. MA 637 Wyckoff Ave. 201.891.8878 tsmachinesecuisine.com

DOWNTOWN DHABA 266 Center Ave. 201.664.0123 dhabadowntown.com HANAMI 301 Center Ave. 201.666.8508 hanamirestaurant.com

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“I love this photo of my daughter Fiona and me celebrating New Year’s Eve last year at The Shannon Rose in Ramsey. My wife was pregnant at the time, and this shot captures our last New Year’s Eve watching the ball drop as a party of three. We are looking forward to ringing in 2020 as a foursome with a new addition to our family—our son, Easton.”

—Matt Savage, New Milford

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