Bergen: March 2019

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VOLUME 19 ISSUE 3 | MARCH 2019

HEALTH & LIFE | FOOD & FASHION | HOME & HAPPENINGS

THE FASHION ISSUE

SPRING STYLE FILE DOUBLE-DUTY LOOKS FOR WORK AND PLAY

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T H E C E N T E R F O R C H I L D B I R T H AT T H E V A L L E Y H O S P I TA L

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CONTENTS

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HATS OFF TO FUN Why should men be the only ones who know a thing or two about hats? A stylish chapeau is the perfect topper for a specialoccasion look: Think bridal shower, birthday brunch or any other fancy event.

Features Necessary Nutrients for Baby Boomers | 38

Boosting vitamin and mineral intake can help you stay healthy and active.

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BERGEN tapped Michelin-starred Ben Pollinger, chef-owner of The Hill in Closter, to create a delicious three-course menu, exclusively for our readers. A meal like this is as cutting edge as anything you’ll find at fashion week.

Spring Fling | 46

Dresses and skirts, oh my. Make a statement this season in these fun, flirty outfits.

IN EVERY ISSUE

One-And-Done | 54

These three looks do double duty, taking you from the office to out-onthe-town in one stylish swoop.

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Departments Bergen Buzz | 17 Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the county.

For Men Only | 24

A few well-chosen pieces are all you need to stand out this season.

Style Watch | 26

Be ready for the month’s fickle temps with easily added—and subtracted—pieces.

Jewelry Box | 28

Looking to add to your collection of jewels?

These pieces work like a charm.

Home Front | 30

Add pizzazz to your patio—and block the UVs too—with a sun-shielding umbrella.

Talk of the Town | 32

Allendale has blossomed from a farming town into a tight-knit, family-friendly community.

Escapes | 58

Golf has a Gaelic accent at Lahinch on Ireland’s windy west coast. Just don’t let that medieval castle ruin your game!

Tastes | 62

These delicious Moroccan dishes will tempt your taste buds with fresh, seasonal ingredients—and are simple enough to make at home.

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Power Food | 68

Scallions—a versatile, verdant veggie—find a tangy place in cuisines all over the world.

Spirits | 70

Flowers and springtime go hand-in-hand, so try Mexico’s most beloved cocktail, the paloma. Sorry, margarita.

Gatherings | 78

Whether it’s at a volunteer center or fundraiser, Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors.

Restaurant Review | 89

Any bartender can pour a pint, but your Irish eyes (and appetites) will smile at these five Bergen destinations.

A Bergen Moment | 96

A Leonia photographer captures a sweet moment between a brother and sister at Cooper’s Pond in Bergenfield.

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Step into Spring in Style “Fashion fades, style is eternal,” Yves Saint Laurent once said. And isn’t it true?

Whereas you might not always embrace the fleeting trends of a particular season, your personal style lasts a lifetime.

Even the fashion obsessed among us know that style is so much more than the newest looks on the runway.

It’s about an attitude and the look you choose to share with the world. That’s one of the reasons we decided to rename our annual fashion issue the Spring Style File.

Think about the people you know: Do they have a signature style that makes them them? A woman might wear scarves with nearly every outfit or a great piece of statement jewelry. A guy might don a vest or bold socks every day. Of course, personal style is part taste and part function. Whereas fashion can often be notoriously difficult to keep up with, style is influenced by more intrinsic, longer-lasting characteristics: It’s about how you see yourself and want to be seen.

Want to make a long-lasting impression this spring? We teamed up with some of Bergen’s top women’s boutiques to curate five fun and flirty looks, each of which has pops of color, bold patterns and festive florals. Turn to “Spring Fling” on page 46 to see these statementmaking outfits—we’re certain you’ll fall in love with them. If the skirts and dresses in that spread are too playful for your style, perhaps the pieces featured in “One-And-Done” (page 54) will be your cup of tea. The best part about these outfits is their functionality: They do double duty, taking you from the office to out-on-the-town in one stylish swoop.

And don’t worry, gentlemen, we didn’t forget you. Guys looking to update their closet for the season should consider one (or all) of the men’s essentials in “Wear it Well” on page 24. From belts and bracelets to sportcoats and shoes, each of the stylish pieces on the page is available right here in Bergen County.

While this issue of BERGEN is dedicated to your personal style, we’d be remiss not to include articles on another topic that makes March so special: St. Patrick’s Day. Before you march in the county’s St. Paddy’s Day Parade in Bergenfield (March 10 at 2 p.m.), turn to Bergen Buzz on page 17 to find out where you can pick up the best Irish soda bread, then flip to page 89 for five pubs and restaurants that’ll make you feel like you’re in Dublin.

We hope you enjoy these and all the other features and handy tips in this edition. With spring right around the corner, we want to help you get ready for it in style!

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ANOTHER LOOK Searching for a new look to wear when winter ends?

Turn to “Spring Fling” on page 46 to see the hottest dresses and skirts of the season, then visit bergenmag. com/springfashion for even more photos from our fashion shoot in New York City.

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IT’S TIME FOR SODA BREAD

Call it the luck of the Irish. Bergen County boasts plenty of places to get delicious Irish soda bread, the traditional carb that’s leavened with baking soda instead of yeast.

You could make it at home for St. Patrick’s Day, but isn’t it easier and tastier to have a professional do it for you?

Stop by one of these local spots for soda bread that’ll pair perfectly with that corned beef and cabbage: Central Bakery, Hackensack This 50-year-old establishment specializes in fresh European bread and pastries, so you know its people know what they’re doing when it comes to soda bread.

Theirs comes in boule and roll forms.

• Central Bakery, 105 S. State St., Hackensack, 201.488.6261

Celtic Kitchen, New Milford Here you’ll find typical deli fare such as sandwiches and wraps, but also an extensive line of Irish foods, such as candy, meats and, of course, soda bread.

• Celtic Kitchen, 366 River Rd., New Milford, 201.261.6018

L’Arte Della Pasticceria, Ramsey This Sicilian-American bakery doesn’t discriminate when it comes to traditions. Here they like to bake goodies for most holidays; they offer customers a classic Irish soda bread during the days leading up to St. Patrick’s Day. “We make it with caraway seeds and lemon zest and top it with oats,” says general manager Anna Bischoff. “People can special-order it.”

• L’Arte Della Pasticceria, 109 E. Main St., Ramsey, 201.934.3211

Miller’s Bakery, Cliffside Park and Tenafly This is a go-to for customers needing a custom cake for a special occasion, but—you guessed it—the soda bread is to die for too.

• Miller’s Bakery, 716 Anderson Ave., Cliffside Park, 201.943.0400; 5 Washington St., Tenafly, 201.871.4449

Rockland Bakery, Nanuet, N.Y. It’s worth a trek over the New York border for the soda bread here (and any of their other freshly baked treats). Plus, customers can watch the breads baked in the back and then hand-pick whatever loaves they want, so that Rockland Bakery doubles as a fun activity for the whole family.

• Rockland Bakery, 94 Demarest Mill Rd., Nanuet, 845.623.5800

If none of these bakeries is in your ’hood, you can also find delicious Irish soda bread in the bakery section at your local ShopRite.

DID YOU KNOW? About 10 percent of New Jersey’s total population is of Irish descent, according to Census Bureau’s American Community Survey. In Bergen County, Ridgewood has the largest Irish community and Waldwick is the most Irish town, by BERGENMAG.COM

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PUPPY LOVE

CUTS FOR KIDS Any parent knows that sure, you could get your little one’s haircut at the same salon you go to. But if you want to ensure your squirmy toddler or pubescent tween is catered to, you’re better off at a place that specializes in kids’ cuts. These five in Bergen are among our faves: Pumpkin & Bean, Englewood This salon doubles as a children’s boutique, so you can shop while your child is getting a stylish new ’do in an adorable vintage miniature car barber chair.

POOCH : Snoopy, 11-year-old shih tzu poodle mix OWNER : Melissa Jones, Saddle Brook Saddle Brook shihpoo Snoopy rang in his 11th birthday on March 7 and likely celebrated with a few of his favorite things: chewing on toys, playing in the snow and sleeping in bed with his humans, who adopted him as a puppy in 2008. As for the birthday boy’s dislikes? Rain, the doorbell ringing and anyone coughing, sneezing or clearing his or her throat, which trigger Snoop to jump into the arms of the nearest person for comfort. Despite his sensitivity to certain human sounds (and his sensitivity to certain foods, hence why he’s on a grain-free diet), this dog is a people pet through and through. “He is sweet, social and falls in love with everyone that he meets,” Jones boasts. “Snoopy is just a dream to have as a pet, though I may be biased!”

• Pumpkin & Bean, 55 N. Dean St., Englewood, 201.503.9001

Once Upon a Curl, Lyndhurst The staff here is especially patient with cranky little ones (individual TV screens help, we’re sure), and the prices are competitive (cuts start at just $15). Once Upon a Curl stylists also excel at girls’ updos and braids for holidays and special occasions.

• Once Upon a Curl, 226 Stuyvesant Ave., Lyndhurst, 201.939.2409

Rita’s Snips for Pips, Ridgewood Rita’s has been in the hairstyling biz for 30 years, so your kiddo is in good hands here. Parents can even be sent home with a certificate and a snip of their youngster’s locks if it’s his or her fi rst haircut. But if you’re trying to limit screen time this may not be the place, as it has Netfl ix, Xbox One and TVs throughout the salon to keep everyone from toddlers to teens entertained.

MALL EATS Good news: It just got easier to satisfy your fast-food craving. Five Guys Burgers & Fries is now open in Garden State Plaza’s food court on the lower level. The Zagat-rated national chain, credited by some with making the country’s best burgers, also features hot dogs, grilled cheese, fries, soft drinks and hand-spun milkshakes. Just be sure you grab lots of napkins!

• Rita’s Snips for Pips, 20 S. Broad St., Ridgewood, 201.612.7477

Planet Kidz, Rutherford This place has fun styling chairs, a TV, toys and tons of festive decorations to make your son or daughter’s haircut experience enjoyable. Meanwhile, things aren’t looking too shabby for parents, who can get a mani/pedi, a waxing or a styling treatment themselves at its grown-up partner salon, Union Haircutters.

Want something a bit lighter?

Pokéworks has opened at the shopping center’s food court as well—its first New Jersey location—and offers build-yourown poké bowls (raw-fish servings), poké burritos and poké salads with a variety of proteins, sauces and toppings from which to choose.

If you’re still hungry, top off your meal with some sweet delights at the new Woops! kiosk on the second level outside of Macy’s. Its menu features 20 varieties of macarons, cremebellos and dozens of other desserts and baked goods.

• Planet Kidz, 325 Union Ave., Rutherford, 201.939.4442

Cookie Cutters, Mahwah You’ll feel like you’re walking into an indoor playground once you arrive at Cookie Cutters, but that’s what sets the place apart. In addition to the usual TV screens and racecar and spaceship styling chairs, this salon has fun décor all over the shop and a play area with a slide, because we all know waiting their turn is not most kids’ strong suits.

• Cookie Cutters, 380 Rte. 17 South, Mahwah, 201.642.4142

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What was once a vision is becoming a reality.

Have you seen The Vista lately? It’s all coming to life with sitework underway, and new renderings that help transform our vision into reality. Unlike any other Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in the area, The Vista offers an active, independent, maintenance-free lifestyle backed by the strength and resources of the locally-owned, non-profit Christian Health Care Center.

Visit the Information Center to see the progress and discover The Vista lifestyle. Many of our floor plans are close to being sold out.

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COMING TO CLOSTER Chef/owner Thomas Ciszak of Paramus’ notable Chakra restaurant is opening up a location in Closter. The eatery, Brasserie Memere, will feature traditional French cuisine without the hefty price tag you’d find at a fine-dining establishment. “I want everybody to come in and eat,” Ciszak says. And customers can do just that when it opens later this year at Closter Plaza, located at 107 Vervalen St. Meanwhile, the same plaza is also now home to the county’s second Lululemon store. (The first is at Garden State Plaza.) Lululemon opened here in February and sells trendy, upscale athletic clothes and yoga apparel for men, women and girls.

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You never know what could bring you 15 minutes of fame. For Oradell resident Sam Tripsas, it was his decades-old collection of off-thewall items such as old lamps, street signs and Coca-Cola bottles that earned him a spot on The History Channel’s American Pickers. On a January episode of the series, in which pickers and hosts Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz buy unique items from collectors around the country, Tripsas gave the pair a tour of his treasure trove and sold them two Coca-Cola machines from the 1950s, among other items. Ka-ching!

Gather your crew to grab a cold brew at the brand-new Hackensack Brewing Company. Hoping to attract the influx of new residents drawn by the city’s redevelopment initiatives, the brewery is tapping into the Cheers-like feel of an old-time hangout full of local character. “A brewery taproom can be very influential from a cultural standpoint,” says Mike Jones, one of the company’s partners. “We want to make sure that all of the new residents coming into Hackensack get a taste of what makes Hackensack unique.” Go and sample one—or two or (what the heck) all 12 of the beers on tap—and toast HBC’s success. “The area is becoming a hot bed for craft brewers,” notes Renato Villegas of River Edge. “I went to HBC’s grand opening in February, and I totally dug the vibe. I can’t wait to go back.”

• Hackensack Brewing Company, 78 Johnson Ave., Hackensack,

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July 1 will mark the arrival of a new head of The Elisabeth Morrow School. After a lengthy nationwide search, the private day school in Englewood for students in pre-school through eighth grade has hired Maureen Fonseca, Ph.D., to be head of school. “I am looking forward to guiding The Elisabeth Morrow School in achieving its strategic vision,” says Fonseca. “From the moment I set foot on campus I knew that this school was a perfect fit for me because of the way its programs match my beliefs about the benefits of holistic education for all children.” Fonseca is currently chief executive officer of Sports & Arts in Schools Foundation/New York Edge, an organization that provides funding for under-resourced New York City public schools. From 2000 to 2015 she led The Masters School in Dobbs Ferry, N.Y., and prior to that founded St. Philip’s Academy in Newark..

• The Elisabeth Morrow School, 435 Lydecker St., Englewood, 201.568.5566

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TO YOUR HEALTH! Valley Health LifeStyles is a different kind of gym.

The Mahwah fitness center, which celebrated its one-year anniversary last month, is affiliated with Valley Health System and focuses on the prevention and treatment of disease, illness and injury through physical activity and health education.

What else sets it apart, aside from its five-star amenities like expansive pools, running track and basketball court? LifeStyles is impeccably clean, has state-of-the-art fitness equipment and hires only educated, vetted and credentialed staff, who do everything from teach classes to run the front desk.

“The staff are trained professionals, and that makes a difference,” says Wayne resident Austin Murphy, a LifeStyles member who received cardiac therapy at Valley Hospital after a 2011 heart attack. “The machines are new and clean. I use the various weights and arm and leg machines, I do the cardio equipment, I walk the track and I shoot baskets in the gym. My wife likes the pool. It’s worth the trip from Wayne.”

Mahwah’s Eric Stepper, who joined LifeStyles the day it opened because his previous gym was “not up to par,” also appreciates the facility’s cleanliness, and mostly enjoys the yoga and Pilates classes, the cardio equipment and the hot tub. Says Stepper: “I retired two years ago and want a gym that will help me stay healthy as I age.”

CULINARY CORNER PAZZA PAZZA It’s been in business for barely three months but patrons are already raving about Pazza, a new “Italian comfort food” BYO restaurant in Franklin Lakes. Owned by the uncle/nephew team behind Sonny and Tony’s and Esposito’s, both in Mahwah, Pazza boasts a thin-crust NeoNeopolitan pizza that will surely become its claim to fame. However, you’ll be just as satisfied with a burger, a steak or a fish entrée, should that be what you’re craving. We’re sure we’ll be seeing this hotspot on Real Housewives of New Jersey in no time.

• Pazza, 794 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes, 201.848.5050

ON A ROLL Does the name D’Avant Sushi sound familiar? The owners of this new Japanese-American fusion restaurant are the folks behind D’Avant Bakery in Palisades Park. You’ll find traditional Japanese dishes at this familyfriendly spot in Fort Lee, including sushi and sashimi. But it’s also setting itself apart by putting Japanese twists on American cuisine with interesting menu items, such as uni spaghetti (spaghetti with soy sauce) and pork loin steak.

• D’Avant Sushi, 1638 Schlosser St. D-2, Fort Lee, 201.482.0599

FARM TO TABLE Bergen County has been waiting months for the opening of acclaimed chef Anthony Bucco’s farm-to-table Italian restaurant in Ridgewood—and now Felina is finally open. The food is dubbed “modern Italian” but with an emphasis on fresh ingredients plucked in the Garden State, as Bucco has a commitment to sourcing locally and sustainably. There’s also a catering and event hall attached to Felina and—wait for it—a rooftop bar that’s a total game-changer.

• Felina, 54 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 551.276.5454

• Valley Health LifeStyles, 1400 MacArthur Blvd., Mahwah, 201.389.0839

GETTING IT RITE

ShopRite, the New Jersey-based chain that has more than one dozen stores in Bergen County, has been named to Newsweek’s 2019 “America’s Best Customer Service” list, which recognizes companies for excellence. The grocery chain is one of only three supermarkets to make the list, which was compiled from the results of a survey the magazine conducted with more than 20,000 customers all over the U.S. BERGENMAG.COM

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HUMAN BE NEFITS CONSIDERING JOINT REPLACEMENT?

Orthopedic surgeons at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, New Jersey, are now offering patients an innovative option for partial knee, total knee and hip replacement surgery: A ROBOTIC APPROACH. The Mako Robotic-Arm-Assisted Surgical System is giving Valley’s orthopedic surgeons greater precision in placing and aligning an implant. This often means less pain and faster recovery for patients.

And Valley is the first hospital in Bergen County to offer this approach.

FIRST IN BERGEN COUNTY

It’s robotic surgery with very human benefits.

I S M A KO R I G H T F O R YO U ?

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A few well-chosen pieces are all you need to stand out this season.

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by Eyebobs, Nordstrom, Paramus, 201.843.1122; 5-pocket pants by J Brand, Bloomingdale’s; alligator belt by W. Kleinberg, Neiman Marcus; pocket square

by Stenströms, Vero Uomo, Englewood, 201.894.1424.

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Learn in small classes.

Succeed in big ways.

With an average class size of 23 and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1, Ramapo College offers students an individualized learning experience. Our students are able to build meaningful, close-working relationships with faculty members through mentorship, collaboration and research opportunities.

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Layer it on!

We’re all ready for warmer weather. But sometimes March can feel more lion than lamb.

Be ready for the month’s fickle temps with easily added—and subtracted— pieces.

Denim jacket by Six Fifty, white blouse by Greylin, white jeans by Blank, scarf by Fadivo, sunglasses

by Tony Bianco, Alba Boutique, Ridgewood, 201.857.3628.

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Professional Hearing Aid Center Serving the Community for Over 30 Years

Your hearing is important.

Let us help you on your journey to better hearing.

Hearing every word, not every THIRD. Confidence in the moments that matter most.

Mark Salvesen, BC-HIS, Founder of Professional Hearing Aid Center along with Peggy Stanlick, BC-HIS have been serving the community proudly for over 30 years.

“We are very fortunate to do what we love,” says Salvesen. “At the end of every day, we are helping people improve their lives.” Stanlick concurs, “Each person is unique and individualized care is our primary focus.” Salvesen is proud to be one of the only family owned and operated Hearing Centers in the County and extremely proud to welcome his daughter, Tara, into the practice representing the 3rd generation of the family helping people to hear better.

Professional Hearing Aid Center remains dedicated to providing our community with cutting edge technology and an award winning professional staff.

MARK P. SALVESEN, BC-HIS* NJ Hearing Aid Dispenser Supervising License #535

PEGGY J. STANLICK, BC-HIS* NJ Hearing Aid Dispenser Supervising License #1086

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WELCOME TO

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■ ESTABLISHED:

1894 ■ POPULATION:

This former farming town has blossomed into a tight-knit, family-friendly community.

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■ WEBSITE:

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Perhaps there is no municipality in Bergen County that offers that small-town, traditional feel as much as Allendale does. That’s certainly in large part due to its small physical size, at just about 3 square miles. But what Allendale lacks in area it makes up for in other ways, as this borough (its downtown area pictured at right) boasts an excellent school system, unrivaled rural beauty and a family feel, where everyone here knows everyone else—in a good way.

CELERY FARM This 107-acre nature preserve once served as a celery, onion and lettuce farm. Now it’s home to many mammals, fish, reptiles and

THE FELL HOUSE

Dating back to the 1760s, The Fell House was the home of John Fell, a Revolutionary War patriot. Civil War hero Joseph Warner Allen, Allendale’s namesake, and Adam Badeau, President Ulysses S. Grant’s biographer, also lived in this house, which is now open for public tours.

HOME, SWEET HOME

Thinking about buying or selling a house here? The median home value in Allendale is $626,200, down 0.1 percent over the past year. Home values are expected to increase 3.5 percent within the next year, according to Zillow.

DINING OUT

Allendale’s top-rated restaurants possess that community feel for which the town is known.

Allendale Bar & Grill is fourth-generation family-owned and adored for its generous portions (think burgers and sandwiches) and friendly staff. Savini Restaurant is the go-to for Italian food, while Masa Sushi is the spot for fresh sushi and sashimi.

insects, as well as more than 240 species of birds. The farm is part of Allendale’s Fyke Nature

Allendale Corner Cafe was once occupied

by Allendale Eats!, which Jerry Seinfeld and Alpine’s Chris Rock visited during a 2013 episode of Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.

During filming, the guys were pulled over by the cops on Route 17 in Ramsey in the Seinfeld-driven 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400S. Allendale Eats! closed in 2018, but the episode lives on!

Association and is open to the public 365 days a year.

CRESTWOOD LAKE

It’s not summer in Allendale without a visit to its man-made lake, which boasts three diving boards and three beaches. There are also other spots for recreation here, including a pavilion, baseball field and basketball and tennis courts.

FAMOUS FACES Several notable people and celebrities once called this town home. From left, former FBI director James Comey; actor Phillip Chorba, whose roles include parts in Silver Linings Playbook and The Upside; actor and comedian Chris Wylde; former MLB player and manager Lou Piniella; and science fiction author/screenwriter Richard Matheson.

Yankees legend Babe Ruth frequently stayed at the Allendale Hotel and was a regular patron at Allendale Bar & Grill. He sought refuge here from the hustle and bustle of NYC.

Clock courtesy of Tyler Yaccarino; Celery Farm: Mike Limatola; Crestwood Lake: Amy Wilczynski and the Allendale Fire Department; Comey: FBI; Chorba: Phillip Chorba; Wylde: Kathy Hutchins/Shutterstock.com; Piniella: Googie man; Matheson: JaSunni; The Fell House: Klotzplate; Ruth: Paul Thompson.

FUN FACT

DID YOU KNOW? Allendale was named for Joseph Warner Allen, an engineer from southern New Jersey and Civil War hero, who in the 1840s helped construct the town’s first railroad tracks. The project had no official name, but locals soon started calling both the freight station and the town “Allendale” after him, and it stuck.

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{ HEALTH NEWS }

A recent study shows that burning the midnight oil may up your risk of diabetes, as well as respiratory and gastrointestinal disorders.

—Chronobiology International

AGE AT MENOPAUSE LINKED TO HEART HEALTH

Women who entered menopause before age 45 have a 50 percent higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease than those who started it after that age.

—JAMA Cardiology

VITAMIN B AND SKIN CANCER

People taking vitamin B3 can cut the risk of nonmelanoma cancers by 23 percent in people with a history of basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, according to recent research.

—The American Society for Clinical Oncology

THINK BEFORE YOU BITE

Here’s some food for thought: Researchers who told study participants to think about how lunch would affect their health selected smaller portions than people who were told to think about how full the meal would make them.

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Missing a workout can cause the blues in people who regularly work out at least three times per week, according to recent research.

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MILLION The number of Americans who are projected to experience hearing loss by 2020, according to recent research.

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MIGRAINES, BEGONE

A new FDA-approved drug, Aimovig, reduced the number and severity of both chronic and episodic migraines. The self-injected medicine was shown to help 30 percent of sufferers who previously received no relief from other meds.

—Clinical Neurology News

REWARDS

FOR TRUE KINDNESS The feel-good el-good state you experience after you do something nice has been proven by brain scans of individuals after performing acts of kindness.

However, researchers have found that there’s a bonus for those who act without expecting anything in return: Additional reward areas in the brain—the subgenus anterior cingulate cortex— lit up, enabling those folks to feel an extra dose of well-being.

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We have the largest single practice performance of sentinel lymph node biopsies and dissections—over 4,000 in the past 15 years.

GI MALIGNANCIES

We perform a high volume of resections for cancers of the stomach, pancreas, liver, small bowel, colon, rectum and retroperitoneum.

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{ HEALTH }

NECESSARY NUTRIENTS

FOR BABY BOOMERS

Boosting vitamin and mineral intake can help you stay healthy and active.

As we age and our bodies change, so, too, do our nutritional needs. The one-sizefits-all multivitamin you might have been taking for much of your life may no longer be supplying an adequate dose of some vitamins and minerals, while giving you more than you now need of others.

“While supplements are no substitute for eating nutritious food, sometimes the nutrients you receive from diet alone may not be enough,” says Julene Stassou, a Fort Leebased registered dietitian. “This is especially true as we age. Always consult your doctor and pharmacist before taking any vitamin or mineral supplements, as they may interact with medications you’re taking.”

According to the National Institute on Aging, a division of the National Institutes of Health, an adequate intake of the following vitamins and minerals is essential to maintaining good health in people age 50 and older.

VITAMIN B6 Why you need it: B6 is essential for the brain and is needed to maintain healthy nervous and immune systems. It helps the body produce another important B vitamin, niacin, and the neurotransmitter serotonin.

It also helps to regulate blood sugar levels.

Those with kidney disease may have a higher risk for B6 deficiency.

Recommended dose: Men need 1.7 mg every day. Women need 1.5 mg every day.

Get it naturally: You can get vitamin B6 from fortified cereals, whole grains, organ meats like liver, poultry, chickpeas, bananas and fortified soy-based meat substitutes.

VITAMIN B12 Why you need it: B12 is vital for manufacturing red blood cells and DNA, and for maintaining healthy nerve cells.

Recommended dose: Men and women need 2.4 mcg every day. Some people over age 50 have trouble absorbing the B12 found naturally in foods, so even if your diet contains enough, ask your doctor whether you should take it in supplement form.

Get it naturally: You can get B12 from fortified cereals, meat, fish, poultry and milk.

VITAMIN D Why you need it: Vitamin D helps maintain bone strength and density and helps to protect you from chronic diseases, including multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmune diseases. Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to increased risk of falling and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). The body produces its own vitamin D from exposure to sunlight. As older people tend to be less active outdoors, their risk for deficiency increases significantly.

Recommended dose: People age 50 to 70 need at least 600 IU, but not more than 4,000 IU daily. People age 70 and above need at least 800 IU, but not more than 4,000 IU. Get it naturally: You can get vitamin D from fatty fish, fish-liver oils, fortified cereals and fortified milk products.

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Recommended dose: Women 51 and older should consume 1,200 mg daily; men 51 to 70 1,000 mg daily, and men 71 and older 1,200 mg daily.

Get it naturally: You can get calcium from milk and dairy products, tofu, dark green vegetables (especially kale and broccoli), soybeans, canned fish (especially sardines and salmon) and calcium-fortified foods. The body uses calcium and protein together for bone health, so consuming calcium naturally through your diet works best.

FOLATE Why you need it: Folate helps prevent high levels of homocysteine, an amino acid carried in the blood that’s linked to heart disease. It’s also used in the production of proteins used to build, maintain and repair healthy tissue, and may help the body protect itself from certain forms of cancer.

Recommended dose: Men and women need 400 mcg daily.

Get it naturally: You can get folate from dark green leafy vegetables (especially spinach), beans, peas, oranges and orange juice. While folate is found naturally, folic acid is the form used to fortify grain products like flour and cereals and the form added to dietary supplements.

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Other Notable Nutrients

■ Potassium is crucial for healthy cell functioning, bone strength and healthy blood pressure, among other things.

But many seniors don’t consume the recommended 4,700 mg daily. Fruits and vegetables are the best dietary sources of potassium, especially bananas, plums, prunes and the skins of potatoes. Too much potassium could be dangerous, so consult with your doctor before taking any potassium supplements.

■ Magnesium is a key “helper” in a variety of areas, from your immune system and heart to your bones.

Bodies absorb less magnesium as they age. Unfortunately, magnesium gets removed from foods during processing, making it an even greater challenge to get enough. The recommended daily allowance for men over age 50 is 420 mg, and for women over 50 it’s 320 mg. Rich sources include fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, beans and seeds.

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RUNWAY REPAST

Dining in doesn’t have to be dull. BERGEN tapped Michelin-starred Ben Pollinger, chef/owner of The Hill in Closter, to create this delicious three-course menu exclusively for our readers. A meal like this is as cutting edge as anything you’ll find at fashion week.

OYSTER PAN ROAST WITH MUSHROOMS AND TARRAGON Yields: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

Brent Herrig (Pollinger)

n 2 Tbs. butter n 3 oz. beech/Hon Shimeji mushrooms, base trimmed and mushrooms separated n 3 oz. hen of the woods/ maitake mushrooms, base trimmed and mushrooms separated n 1 shallot, finely minced n 4 sprigs parsley n 1 sprig tarragon n 1 cup chicken stock n ½ cup mascarpone, crème fraîche or sour cream n 1 tsp. Dijon mustard n 12 oysters, shucked and removed from shell, liquor reserved

DIRECTIONS

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a sauté pan. Add mushrooms and season lightly with salt. Sauté mushrooms until cooked and lightly golden, about 3 minutes. Add half the shallot, turn off heat and toss. Reserve mushrooms in pan.

While cooking mushrooms, pick and chop leaves from 3 sprigs of parsley and reserve leaves from 1 sprig. Pick tarragon leaves, chop and add to chopped parsley. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a separate pan. Add shallots and sweat 1 minute. Add chicken stock, bring to boil and reduce by half. Whisk in mascarpone and mustard and simmer gently for a minute to thicken slightly.

Add oysters and reserved oyster liquor. Cook gently for about 30 seconds until oysters warm and edges begin to curl. Taste and adjust salt as desired. Add chopped parsley and tarragon.

Divide mushrooms, oysters and then the sauce among the two bowls. Tear reserved parsley leaves and use to garnish.

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ROAST DUCK MAGRET WITH ROASTED BEETS AND SPINACH Yields: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

n1 breast of duck magret, about 1 lb. n 1 lb. beets, all one type or a mix of red, golden and candy cane n 4 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) n 1 Tbs. red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar n 4 oz. bag of baby spinach n A few yellow leaves from the heart of a head of celery

DIRECTIONS

Wash beets, pat dry. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon EVOO and toss with salt and pepper.

Place in a glass baking dish, add 2 tablespoons water, cover tightly with foil and bake in oven at 350°F until tender (beets can be pierced easily with a paring knife), about one hour to one and a half hours, depending on size. Let cool to room temperature.

Once cooled, remove foil and slip skins off beets. Rinse glass dish and wipe dry.

Cut beets into half inch pieces, return to glass dish and toss with 2 tablespoons EVOO and vinegar. Season to taste with sea salt. Reserve.

Trim any cartilage or sinew from duck breast. Remove tenderloin and reserve for another use.

Make light incisions in skin about ¹⁄8-inch-deep, at a 45-degree angle to the breast, about ¼ inch apart. Turn breast and make same cuts to produce a crosshatch pattern.

Season meat side of breast with kosher salt and black pepper. Preheat a heavy cast iron pan or heavy skillet over very low heat. Place breast in pan fat side down and cook until most of the fat has been rendered out and breast has tightened slightly, about 15-20 minutes.

Turn off heat, carefully tilt pan back and baste meat side of breast with the rendered duck fat in the pan. Use a large spoon and do this for about 30 seconds. At this point duck should be about medium-rare. Remove to a grate and let sit 5 minutes.

While duck is resting, warm beets in oven until heated through. Heat a large skillet over high heat, add 1 tablespoon EVOO and spinach, and season with salt and cook until spinach is wilted. Place spinach on plate. Arrange beets on spinach.

Cut duck breast in half lengthwise and then cut each half in half again lengthwise on an angle.

Arrange duck over beets and spinach. Garnish with celery leaves.

NOTE: Magret is a duck breast that has been raised for the production of foie gras. It is meatier and more steak-like than regular duck breast. Regular duck breast may be substituted with a reduction in cooking time of about 5 minutes due to less exterior fat. In either case, this cooking method renders almost all the fat from the skin, leaving a lean, meaty duck “steak.” Once cooled to room temperature, save the rendered duck fat in a plastic container in the refrigerator almost indefinitely. It is an amazing cooking fat for many things, particularly potatoes.

The beets can be roasted and seasoned up to a few days ahead and reserved in the refrigerator. Reheat prior to serving.

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CHOCOLATE GANACHE-FILLED MERINGUES WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE Yields: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE GANACHE: n 7 oz. chocolate, either chips or chopped into small pieces n 1½ Tbs. butter n ¾ cup heavy cream n 1 Tbs. raspberry liqueur (optional) FOR THE RASPBERRY SAUCE: n 2 6-oz. containers raspberries n 2 Tbs. sugar FOR THE MERINGUE: n 3 large egg whites n 1 cup superfine sugar, also known as bar sugar n ½ tsp. vanilla extract n a pinch of salt n chocolate for grating

DIRECTIONS

Place chocolate and butter in a medium mixing bowl. Place bowl over a pan of simmering water, allow to melt. Put heavy cream in a small pot, bring to a simmer.

Pour over chocolate. Let sit one minute.

Remove bowl from pot, whisk well to combine into a smooth mixture. If using raspberry liqueur, add to mixture and whisk well. Reserve. Once it is cooled to room temperature, store in refrigerator. This can be made days in advance.

Place raspberries and sugar in small pot. Bring to simmer over medium low heat, allow to cook until raspberries fall apart. Place in blender and blend smooth, or do so with hand mixer. Chill and reserve. This can be made days in advance.

Allow egg whites to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Place in bowl of countertop stand mixer. Whisk on high speed until soft peaks are reached, about 3 minutes. Add salt and vanilla.

Slowly pour in sugar and continue to whisk until meringue is smooth and glossy and stiff peaks are reached, about 4 more minutes. Place meringue into pastry bag with round tip or place into gallon-sized zipper bag.

TO ASSEMBLE: Preheat oven to 275°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 4 mediumsized balls from chilled ganache with medium size ice cream scoop. Reserve cold.

If using zipper bag, cut one corner at a 45-degree angle about ½ inch from corner.

You will use the bag as the pastry bag. Pipe the meringue into 4 circles about 4 inches in diameter. Gently lay a ball of ganache in center of each.

Continue to pipe meringue around and on top of ganache, completely covering, until meringue is about 4 inches high and roughly “kiss” shaped. Feel free to smooth outsides as desired with back of a spoon. Meringues can be made ahead at this point and stored in refrigerator uncovered for a few hours, or baked immediately.

Bake at 275°F for 22 minutes, turning tray halfway through. Remove from oven and let cool 10 minutes. Using a fine grater, grate chocolate over meringues.

Place a generous spoonful or two of raspberry sauce just off center of plate.

Place meringue just next to sauce. Garnish with a few raspberries or a halved strawberry.

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Dresses and skirts, oh my.

Make a statement this season in these fun, flirty outfits.

Photography by Daniel Springston

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Fuchsia silk top and skirt, and jewelry by Cetta Boutique, Wyckoff, 201.891.5184.

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Black and yellow floral dress by C/MEO Collective, Ambience Boutique, Edgewater, 201.945.9599; shoes by Jessica Simpson, Ginger N’ Cream, Westwood, 201.664.2440.

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Snakeskin wrap dress

by Miss Kelly, shoes

by Creative Recreation Vintage, Femmebot, Ridgewood, 201.857.3720.

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Denim jacket by L’Agence, yellow sweater and white boots by Rag & Bone, pink and orange pleated skirt by Derek Lam 10 Crosby, Hartly, Westwood, 201.664.3111.

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Floral dress by London Times, shoes by Jessica Simpson, Ginger N’ Cream, Westwood, 201.664.2440.

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HATS OFF TO FUN Why should men be the only ones who know a thing or two about hats?

A stylish chapeau is the perfect topper for a special-occasion look: Think bridal shower, birthday brunch or any other fancy event.

Photography by Daniel Springston

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by Frascara, Donna Moda, Westwood, 201.594.0900; hat by Christine A. Moore Millinery, Bevy Chapeaux, Englewood, 917.208.2228.

Opposite page: Dress

by Badgley Mischka, Bloomingdale’s, Hackensack, 201.457.2000; hat by Christine A. Moore Millinery, Bevy Chapeaux, Englewood, 917.208.2228.

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ONE-ANDDONE Don’t complicate your life by planning separate outfits for work and play. These three looks do double duty, taking you from the office to out-on-the-town in one stylish swoop.

Photography by Daniel Springston

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Blouse and jeans by L’Agence, Nordstrom, Paramus, 201.843.1122.

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This page: Blouse and jeans by L’Agence, Nordstrom, Paramus, 201.843.1122; Opposite page: Dress by Veronica Beard, Gito, Englewood, 201.541.7330.

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EMERALD GREENS

Golf has a Gaelic accent at Lahinch on Ireland’s windy west coast.

Just don’t let that medieval castle ruin your game! By Michael Hiller The world has plenty of good golf courses—usually big, sweeping swaths of land that hug coastlines, hike up rocky slopes, pierce clouds and creep through timber. But there aren’t a lot of great ones, the kind that grab you from the first hole, squeeze you in the middle and draw you in so deep you can’t imagine playing anywhere better. Lahinch is one of them.

Lahinch Golf Club, a 127-year-old golf course on the southwest coast of Ireland, is among the world’s finest. (The sport’s best will be here in July for the Dubai Irish Open.) And you don’t go to Lahinch to gamble in a casino, dine in the Michelin-star restaurant or lie on a sandy beach (even though it’s one of Ireland’s foremost surfing locations). You go hoping to find that quintessential Irish golf experience that swirls in the back of your mind: emerald green grasses, salty ocean spray and heavy clouds cracking open with drenching rains that soak deep into your bones and can only be warmed by a peat fire and old whiskey.

Standing on the third tee box of the Old Course at Lahinch

Golf Club recently, the churning Atlantic over my left shoulder and the number 2 green to my right, I found it easy to pretend that golf originated here, in Ireland, rather than in Scotland, a few hundred miles east across the Irish Sea. A 30-mile-an-hour rainstorm whipped in off the ocean, first slapping my ball off its wooden tee, then batting the tee shot into knee-deep rough. I popped the ball back to the fairway on my second shot, where it bounced between uneven patches of turf and soil as if the course were a pachinko machine. I saved par with a punch shot to the left edge of the green, allowing the wind to nudge the ball close to the hole for a tap-in.

The rain stopped when my foursome reached the par-5 fourth hole, a narrow fairway that threads to a green tucked directly behind a 35-foot-tall sand dune known as Klondyke Hill. A burly man stood atop the dune, directing traffic. When he waved his red flag, I hit. My approach shot had to fly over the dune then land softly on the other side.

“Sorry, lad,” the flag man called to me as I hiked to the green.

“The wind got the best of it.”

The par-3 fifth hole is no less of a challenge: a 154-yard blind shot to a sunken green surrounded by yet more tall dunes.

“There’s an old Irish saying about golf,” says the innkeeper of the Vaughan Lodge, a popular hotel near the golf course. “It says, ‘There’s no links without the sea, and no golf without the wind.’ And no one knew this better than Old Tom Morris.”

Morris, of course, was the original designer of the Old Course at Lahinch (he didn’t take all the credit—he said Lahinch was the finest natural links course he’d ever seen) and also of another classic: the Jubilee Course at St. Andrews in Scotland.

By the time my group walked off the 18th hole, we were humbled, sodden, exhausted— yet eager to play it again. But that would have to wait because Lahinch is more than a one-horse town. Across the street from the Old Course lies the Castle Course, a shorter, flatter 18-hole sibling punctuated by the ruins of a 14thcentury castle. And we played that next.

Opposite page, clockwise from top: The single remaining wall of Dough Castle (1306) provides a dramatic backdrop to the seventh hole on Lahinch’s Castle Course; famous for golf since the 1890s, Lahinch also has become a popular international surfing destination; goats have roamed across the links since the early 1900s and continue to be a source of amusement to visitors; stunningly beautiful scenery is an added bonus; a traditional heavy-on-the-protein Irish breakfast is required before hitting the links; consider yourself lucky if you get this close; the shorter Castle Course can serve as a warmup for its bigger sibling, the Old Course, across the road.

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Local Links Not ready to play Lahinch? Try teeing off at one of Bergen County’s public golf courses.

If Mother Nature cooperates, opening day is scheduled for March 18. Visit golfbergencounty.com for updates. n Darlington 277 Campgaw Rd., Mahwah, 201.327.8778 n Orchard Hills 404 Paramus Rd., Paramus, 201.447.3782 n Overpeck 273 E. Cedar Ln., Teaneck, 201.336.7298 n Rockleigh 15 Paris Ave., Rockleigh, 201.768.6354 n Soldier Hill 99 Palisade Ave., Emerson, 201.336.6031 n Valley Brook 15 Rivervale Rd., River Vale, 201.664.5890

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CULINARY ADVENTURE These delicious Moroccan dishes will tempt your taste buds with fresh, seasonal ingredients—and are simple enough to make at home.

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GOAT CHEESE & GRAPEFRUIT SALAD Yields: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

n3 ½ oz. ciabatta or sourdough bread (slightly stale is best) n 2 Tbs. olive oil n 2 oranges n 2 pink grapefruits n juice of ½ lemon n 3½ oz. arugula leaves n 2 oz. mâche n ¼ cup walnuts, smashed n 4 oz. soft goat cheese n 1 Tbs. argan oil n sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350°F. Rip the bread into bite-sized pieces and put into a roasting pan. Drizzle with the olive oil and bake for 5-6 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Segment the oranges and grapefruits over a mixing bowl to catch the juices as you go. Add the lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Put the arugula and mâche leaves into the bowl and toss together. Arrange on a serving plate and spoon over the juices.

Scatter the bread and walnuts over the top, and dollop over the soft cheese. Drizzle over the argan oil and add a pinch of pepper to the goat cheese. Serve immediately.

Walnuts are a great addition to this salad because they are high in fiber, polyphenols and polyunsaturated fats. Walnuts also have been shown to help prevent breast, prostate and colon cancers, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and improve cognitive function.”

—Nancy Cooper, registered dietitian, private practice in Teaneck and Ramsey

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FRIED ATLANTIC SHRIMP WITH PRESERVED LEMON & OREGANO Yields: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

n 4 Tbs. olive oil n 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped n 1 preserved lemon, pith discarded and the skin finely chopped n 1¼ lbs. peeled jumbo shrimp n 1 tsp. ground cumin n ½ tsp. ground black pepper n ½ tsp. paprika n ¼ tsp. ground turmeric n ¼ tsp. chile flakes n handful of finely chopped cilantro leaves n handful of finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves n 1 lemon cut into wedges, to serve n sea salt

DIRECTIONS

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and preserved lemon and stir-fry for 10 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp and continue to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until just turning pink.

Add the spices and dried oregano to the pan, season well, and continue to stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through. Stir through the chopped herbs and serve immediately with the lemon wedges.

Shrimp is a great source of lean protein, but don’t be afraid to try other proteins that would work well in this recipe, like calamari, scallops or filets of white fish like sole, cod or dorado. To cut down on excess calories and bad fats, opt for grilling or roasting the protein instead of frying, as fried foods are higher in artery-clogging trans fats.”

—Robin DeCicco, holistic nutritionist, The Power of Food Education, Ramsey

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POMEGRANATE & CHOCOLATE CAKE Yields: 8-10 servings

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CAKE: n 1 cup self-rising flour n 1 tsp. baking powder n ½ cup plus 2 Tbs. cocoa powder n ¾ cup light brown sugar n 3 free range eggs n 2 sticks (½ pound) butter, melted, plus extra for greasing n 2 Tbs. pomegranate molasses n 2 Tbs. honey n 1¼ cups Greek yogurt n sea salt FOR THE TOPPING: n ²⁄ ³ cup heavy cream n 3½ oz. dark chocolate n 1 Tbs. honey n handful of pomegranate seeds

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease and line a 9-inch springform cake pan with butter and parchment paper.

Sift the flour into a mixing bowl. Add the baking powder, cocoa powder, sugar and a pinch of salt. Mix together gently to combine ingredients.

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until really fluffy and light in color using a hand-held mixer. Pour the melted butter and pomegranate molasses into the flour and mix together. Fold in the honey and yogurt, and then add the beaten eggs, a little at a time, and fold together until completely combined.

Scrape the mix into the cake pan and roughly smooth over. Bake for around 25-30 minutes or until risen and the sides are just pulling away from the pan. The cake will still be a bit wobbly, but it will firm up as it cools.

Remove from the oven and set aside to cool in the pan.

Meanwhile, heat the cream in a pan over low heat.

Break the chocolate into a small mixing bowl and add the honey. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and gently stir together until velvety smooth. Leave for 10 minutes to cool and thicken.

Swap out the butter for ½ cup of applesauce and ½ cup mashed avocado to reduce calories and fat content.

Applesauce is low in calories, fat free and will help make the cake moist, while the avocado will infuse the cake with hearthealthy fats.”

—Anna Khesin, registered dietitian, Riverfront Nutrition Associates, Oradell

Spoon the topping over the cake and spread out using the back of a spoon so that it drizzles down the sides.

Scatter the pomegranate seeds over the top and leave to set before serving.

All recipes and photos are reprinted with permission from Orange Blossom & Honey: Magical Moroccan Recipes from the Souks to the Sahara by John Gregory-Smith. Photos by Martin Poole © Kyle Books.

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Onions Go Green

Scallions—a versatile, verdant veggie—find a tangy place in cuisines all over the world.

Want onions that won’t make you cry? Stronger than chives but milder than most other onions, scallions— alias green onions—just may fit the bill. They’re young plants of the Allium genus that haven’t formed a full bulb. (Some varieties can’t.) They have long, tubular green stems, are sold nestled in bunches and can be served cooked or raw. Chefs have the option of using the bulbous bottom of the vegetable, the hollow green top or—for boosted nutrition and flavor—the entire stem.

Adding a sprinkle of chopped scallions to a dish right before serving can provide a mild onion flavor, a hint of texture, a burst of bright green color and several notable health benefits.

This slender veggie gets around. Scallions are grilled and sprinkled with salt in Mexico, ground for a condiment in the Philippines, munched as an appetizer in India and added— chopped—to mashed potatoes in Britain. And in the homes of Sephardic Jews in or from Iran or Afghanistan, they take on a special ritual function; in memory of the ancient days of slavery in Egypt, family members gathered for the Passover seder meal use long green onions to ceremonially whack each other.

in one cup), which helps the blood to clot. In fact, sprinkling just a tablespoon of scallions over a dish as a garnish can offer 16 percent of DV of the vitamin.

BUY/STORE/SERVE Scallions should appear bright, feel crisp and be free of any brown spots, wilting or yellow leaves. They can be stored for several days in the

refrigerator when wrapped in plastic. Cooks Illustrated recommends refrigerating them upright in a container with a little water and topped with a plastic bag for ideal freshness.

Once you’re ready to use it, wash the vegetable well and peel the thin layer of skin off the unformed bulb before slicing off the bottom.

Chopped scallions offer a blast of flavor when served in eggs (add them to your favorite omelet) or rice, or when baked into biscuits. Sprinkle the raw tops thinly sliced over soups, salads and even on top of cooked fish marinated in an Asian sauce to add zing. A popular Chinese dish, cong you bing, is made by combining the scallion with flour and sesame oil to cook it into a flaky, crispy pancake— Marco Polo is said to have become fond of this treat during his travels.

But don’t be afraid to celebrate the scallion for its simplicity. Coat scallions with olive oil and grill or roast them for a sweet and savory side dish, or whizz them in a food processor for a zesty vinaigrette. Top Chef Masters judge and food writer Francis Lam earned internet popularity for an addictive Cantonese ginger-scallion sauce recipe he published in Salon paying homage to a dish he loved in his childhood.

—Liz Donovan

POWER UP Scallions pack a wallop nutritionally too. A little bit of them goes a long way not just in flavor, but in beneficial content. When a full cup of scallions (tops and bottoms) is used in a dish, it adds only about 30 calories and 0.2 grams of fat. With that comes an array of health-boosting vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C (31 percent of the recommended daily value) as well as vitamin A (20 percent of DV) and its related antioxidants, such as lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene and retinol (the last two linked to skin and eye health). Scallions also have a respectable amount of fiber (10 percent of DV) and of the B vitamin folate (16 percent of DV), which promotes cell growth, along with less than 10 percent of DV of iron, calcium, potassium and manganese. Besides helping the body function at its best, studies have found that eating Allium vegetables may reduce the risk of various types of cancer, including colon, prostate and stomach.

But the pièce de résistance is the vegetable’s potency of vitamin K (more than 250 percent of DV

DID YOU KNOW? In Chinese households, scallions are used in tea to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and headaches, and as a sedative for children, according to Eileen Yin-Fei Lo’s book The Chinese Kitchen.

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Floral Notes

Flowers and springtime go hand-in-hand, so try Mexico’s most beloved cocktail—sorry, margarita. After one sip of this fruity, tequila-based concoction, it’ll be a favorite of yours too.

STRAWBERRY CHAMOMILE PALOMA INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CHAMOMILE HONEY SYRUP: n ¾ cup water n 1 ⁄3 cup honey n 1-2 chamomile tea bags FOR THE DRINKS: n 3 oz. fresh grapefruit juice (about half of 1 grapefruit) n 2-4 Tbs. chamomile honey syrup, depending on your taste n 2 oz. tequila n 4 fresh strawberries, sliced n sparkling water for topping off n crushed ice

INSTRUCTIONS

CHAMOMILE HONEY SYRUP: n Combine water and honey in a small saucepan and bring to a low boil, simmer 1 minute and remove from the heat. Add the tea bag, cover and steep for 5-10 minutes. Remove the tea bag and allow the syrup to cool completely. Store in the fridge.

DRINKS: n Add the grapefruit juice, chamomile syrup, tequila and strawberries to a glass. Using a muddler (or even the end of a rolling pin), gently push the strawberries down until they release their juices and are lightly smashed.

Add a handful of ice and then add sparkling water to top off. Give the drink a gentle stir. Taste and add more chamomile syrup if desired. Garnish with fresh chamomile flowers (yes, they’re edible!) and strawberries if desired.

Substitute the grapefruit juice in this recipe with fresh pomegranate juice. Grapefruit juice is a bit too acidic and pomegranate juice would taste more pleasant, plus it’s full of antioxidants.”

—Rosalio Rojas, chef, Riviera Maya, Bogota Recipe courtesy of halfbakedharvest.com

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2019 ON EARLY ACCEPTANCES TO THE FOLLOWING SCHOOLS* Amherst College Arizona State University Boston College (2) Brown University Bucknell University Campbell University Catholic University of America College of the Holy Cross (2) College of William & Mary Colorado School of Mines Colorado State University Cornell University (2) Dartmouth College Drexel University (3) Duke University Duquesne University Fairfield University (7) Fordham University (10) George Mason University Georgetown University (2) High Point University Hofstra University Iona College Iowa State University Lesley College Lewis & Clark College

Loyola University in Chicago Loyola University in Maryland (6) Manhattan College Merrimack College Miami University, Oxford New Jersey Institute of Technology New York University (2) Pace University Penn State University (4) Pepperdine University Princeton University (2) Providence College Purdue University Quinnipiac University Regis College Rowan University Rutgers University Saint Joseph’s University Saint Michael’s (VT) Saint Peter’s University Salve Regina (3) San Diego State Seton Hall (5) Siena College Stanford University Stetson University

St.Thomas Aquinas The College of New Jersey The George Washington University The Ohio State University Tufts University University of Alabama University of Delaware University of Iowa University of Kansas University of Kentucky University of Maine University of Maryland University of Michigan University of Nebraska University of New Haven University of Notre Dame (3) University of Pittsburgh University of Scranton University of Tampa University of Wisconsin, Madison Villanova (2) Washington College Washington University in St. Louis Xavier University (2) Yale University * as of print deadline 1/30/19

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EDUCATION PLANNER SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL Saint Joseph School, serving students in preschool through grade 8, Is a U.S. Dept. of Education “National Blue Ribbon” elementary school that features academic excellence in a nurturing, faith-filled environment. One of the premier schools in Bergen County since 1939 and located in a campus-like setting on the border of Oradell and New Milford, Saint Joseph School fosters strong academic outcomes with a commitment to Catholic values and the development of each student’s potential.

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SAINT PETER’S UNIVERSITY Saint Peter’s University has expanded program offerings in

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Maureen Fonseca, Ph.D. will join The Elisabeth Morrow School in Englewood in July. Formerly Head of School at the Masters School, and founder of St. Philip’s Academy in Newark, Dr. Fonseca joins the PreK-8 school from New York Edge, an after-school program serving over 35,000 students in New York City. Recognized throughout the region for her commitment to diversity, Dr. Fonseca has created innovative curricula and expanded schools through effective strategic planning and fundraising initiatives. For more information go to elisabethmorrow.org 435 LYDECKER ST, ENGLEWOOD, NJ 07631 201.568.5566 | ELISABETHMORROW.ORG

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ENGLEWOOD IDOL The 14th annual Englewood Idol competition recently took place at bergenPAC in Englewood. The singing competition is open to any high school student who resides or goes to school in Englewood. Genesis Capellan, a senior at Dwight Morrow High School, was crowned this year’s idol for her singing.

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The Irish pub, with locations in Ramsey and Clifton, and Kohler Distributing Company donated a combined $12,766 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital this winter. The Shannon Rose raised money through charity events and menu specials, and Kohler matched all funds raised by the restaurant. 7 Melissa Byrd, Chris McCrohan, Regan DeBenedetto

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The AIDS Outreach Program at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center recently hosted the 19th annual World AIDS Day preventionfocused conference for more than 300 high school students. The conference gives educators and medical professionals an opportunity to create a dialogue with teens to help them make better choices about their health. Hackensack University Medical Center began the World AIDS Day conference for teens in 1999 with 76 attendees from five schools in Bergen County. 11 Back row, from left: Sharon Clifford, Sidharth Swamy, Gary Munk, Donna Wilson, Jin Ah Lee; front row, from left: Lori Krivak, Austin Greitz, Samit Desai, M.D., Julie Piwoz, M.D., Steven Sperber, M.D., Lisa Tank, M.D., Marybeth Ali, Rachel Kowalenko, Priscilla Thomas, Irene Panagiotis

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From yoga classes and St. Patrick’s Day festivities to pop concerts and a fundraiser for St. Jude hospital, there’s something for everyone in Bergen County.

MARCH 1 Enjoy coffee and a concert featuring Grass Hill New Folk contest winner ELLIS DELANEY from 8 to 10 p.m. at Ethical Brew in Teaneck. Ellis, known for her engaging performances and folk songwriting skills, will be joined by special guest and classic folk musician Katherine Rondeau.

Admission: $22.50. For tickets and more info, visit ethicalbrew.org.

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MARCH 5 Young readers in grades 4 to 6 will have a blast at the Oakland Library’s AWESOME KIDS BOOK CLUB, which meets from 3 to 4:30 p.m. During each meeting, curious minds will explore new and exciting novels along with themed activities. Registration is not required, and admission is FREE. For more information, visit oaklandnjlibrary.org.

MARCH 8 Diversify your music appreciation at the Ridgewood Symphony’s ALL WE NEED IS LOVE concert, beginning at 8 p.m. at West Side Presbyterian Church.

The orchestra will perform familiar pieces from Tchaikovsky and Wagner to The Beatles. Tickets: $28 for adults, $26 for seniors and $5 for students. Find out more at ridgewoodsymphony.org.

MARCH 9 Want to get fit and donate to a good cause? Join a four-hour indoor cycling relay at RIDE FOR A REASON BERGEN COUNTY at Life Time Athletic in Montvale. The event, which is open to gym members and non-members, will raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Life Time Foundation. For the schedule of events and registration fees (team and individual), visit fundraising.stjude.org.

MARCH 10 Don your best green garb and celebrate all things Ireland at the annual BERGEN COUNTY ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE. Festivities begin at 1 p.m. with a flag-raising ceremony at Roy Brown Elementary School in Bergenfield, and the parade will kick off at 2 p.m. and proceed down Washington Avenue. The event is FREE and open to all residents. For more details, visit bergencountyirish.org.

MARCH 10 Let kids exercise their minds during a YOUTH YOGA session from 3 to 3:30 p.m. at the Bergenfield Library. The program is intended for ages 6 and older and is open to all skill levels. Admission is FREE but participants should bring their own mat or towel. For more information, visit bergenfieldlibrary.org.

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MARCH 14 Feeling lucky? See if you have the magic touch at the PARKWAY SCHOOL CASINO NIGHT & TRICKY TRAY from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Estate at Florentine Gardens in River Vale. The event, hosted by the Parkway School PTA of Paramus, includes a formal dinner buffet, beverages, gaming tables and raffles. Admission is $80, which includes $200 in play money. Proceeds will go toward Parkway School supplies, activities and equipment. Visit the PTA’s Facebook page (@ParamusParkwayPTA) for more information.

MARCH 15–16 Comedian DAVE LANDAU will tickle your funny bone during his performances at Bananas Comedy Club in Hasbrouck Heights. A season 8 finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Landau brings his deadpan demeanor and perfect timing to Bergen County as part of his national tour. Shows are intended for ages 16 and older, and admission starts at $22. For show times, tickets and more details, visit bananascomedyclub.com.

MARCH 17 Did you know one pint of Guinness has roughly 125 calories? Before you celebrate with a few drinks, feel the burn at the RACEFASTER ST. PATRICK’S DAY 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN, which kicks off at Memorial Middle School in Fair Lawn. Runners are encouraged to wear costumes and show off their Irish spirit. The 5K ($30 registration) starts at 9 a.m., and the kids’ event ($20) begins at 9:45 a.m. To sign up or for more information, visit runsignup.com.

MARCH 20 Ladies, this one’s for you. The YWCA of Bergen County’s annual Women’s Leadership Conference, OUR TIME IS NOW! MOTIVATE, MENTOR AND MASTER THE ART OF LEADING, will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bethany

Community Center in Washington Township.

The program is intended to provide insight on leading with authenticity, defining your impact as a leader, transforming workplace culture and much more. Tickets: $65. For information, visit ywcabergencounty.org.

MARCH 23 Taste dozens of signature pasta dishes from local restaurants and vote for your favorite at the ALL SAINTS INTERNATIONAL PASTA THROWDOWN, which will take place at All Saints Church in Leonia from 12 to 2 p.m. Proceeds from the event benefit Bergen County’s Center for Hope and Safety.

Admission: $20 for adults, $10 for ages 12 and under, and ages 5 and under are FREE. To find out more details or to register, visit allsaintsleonia.com or call 201.947.1233.

MARCH 23 Chart-topping duo AIR SUPPLY will perform at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood at 8 p.m. The group started in Australia in 1975 and went on to produce several worldwide hits, including “The One That You Love,” “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” and “Lost in Love.” Ticket prices range from $49 to $99. For more information and to buy tickets, visit bergenpac.org.

MARCH 28 For a memorable night of dinner, dancing, silent auction and prizes, reserve a seat at A VERY SPECIAL NIGHT GALA, which takes place from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Edgewood Country Club in River Vale. The evening will support Very Special Homes, a company that creates quality and sustainable housing for people with special needs. Tickets: $200 each. To purchase tickets or for more details, visit bergenunitedway.org.

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A Taste of Ireland

Any bartender can pour a pint, but your Irish eyes (and appetites) will smile at these five Bergen destinations.

Though not a drop of Irish is in my blood, I’ve been thoroughly blessed with good fortune when visiting Bergen’s many Irish restaurants and taverns. From uniting with old friends and kindling new romances to playing music gigs and winning trivia night, I’ve enjoyed many memorable moments in these establishments. And I haven’t even mentioned the best part yet—the food and drink. Here are a few of my favorite places to sip a pint of Guinness while noshing on bangers and mash. —Darius Amos

Biddy O’Malley’s Each of Biddy O’Malley’s two locations has a distinct vibe. At the cozy Northvale restaurant, you’re instantly greeted with a warm, neighborhood-bar feeling.

It’s a tad different in the downtown Englewood spot, where a trendy and hip atmosphere prevails.

The food served at both, however, is equally delicious. For a hearty Irish dinner, a traditional shepherd’s pie is a great and tasty way to fill an empty stomach (it’s also one of several gluten-free options on the menu), as are the Guinness pot pie and fish and chips. But one of my go-to dishes here is the hanger steak, which is served with a delightful caramelized-Brusselssprouts-and-chorizo-potato hash.

The Shannon Rose Pro tip: Skip Thursday trivia because my team will beat yours every time. But on any other night, there is plenty to appreciate at this Ramsey pub, from the knowledgeable bartenders and staff to the inventive menu and diverse drink selection.

The crispy mozzarella tempura and nachos are no-brainer appetizers, but picking from a variety of Ireland-inspired entrées is a challenge. With an assortment of traditional St. Patrick’s Day fare (corned beef and cabbage, Irish breakfast), as well as in-house creations like Guinness pulled pork and The Dublin Burger (Irish cheddar and bacon on an English muffin), it’s a good thing there’s always a next time to try something new.

Biddy O’Malley’s, 191 Paris Ave., Northvale, 201.564.7893; 36 N. Van Brunt St., Englewood, 201.608.5545, biddyomalleys.com

The Shannon Rose, 1200 Rte. 17 N., Ramsey, 201.962.7602, theshannonrose.com

Tommy Fox’s This neighborhood bar in downtown Bergenfield becomes a main attraction around St. Patrick’s Day (it’s a beacon for parade revelers), but you can count on it all year long for outstanding St. Paddy’s Day cuisine. Standards like chicken pot pie, corned beef sandwiches and bangers and mash always earn a thumbs-up, as do the Gaelic steak (black angus New York shell with a Jameson whiskey cream sauce) and, my personal favorite, Tommy Fox’s chicken curry. OK, so the restaurant does more than just Irish cuisine; they also do Italian dishes, Sunday brunch, live music and special events—and they do it all well.

Tommy Fox’s Public House, 32 S. Washington Ave., Bergenfield, 201.384.0900, tommyfoxs.com

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Davey’s Root for any squad without getting booed—whether it’s the Mets, Yankees or Tottenham Hotspur—at this longtime Montvale eatery and sports bar.

While the games are good, the food is even better.

Delicious Irish fare ranges from Dublin grilled cheese to sausage and chips, and there is a seemingly endless selection of sandwiches. But on every visit to Davey’s, I find it difficult to turn down the chefs’ baked filet of salmon, which comes with the most exquisite balsamic glaze.

When washed down with a Smithwick’s, it’s the perfect meal for just about any time of year.

Davey’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, 5 Park St., Montvale, 201.391.9356, daveyspub.com

Hearth & Tap Located on the border of Pearl River, N.Y. (ranked in the top 10 among U.S. neighborhoods with the highest Irish-American population), Hearth & Tap caters to a clientele that appreciates an oldfashioned shepherd’s pie as well as innovative plates like espresso-rubbed New York strip. I fancy their crispy Brussels sprouts app with a to-die-for honeychili glaze and a farm egg and pork belly flatbread to share. And though you can’t go wrong with the aforementioned steak as an entrée, consider any special featuring short rib—you won’t be disappointed. I’d also be remiss not to mention Hearth & Tap’s cigar bar and lengthy list of Irish, Scotch and American whiskeys.

Hearth & Tap Co., 125 N. Kinderkamack Rd., Montvale, 201.307.6300, hearthandtap.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.

In Napoli in Fort Lee

MASA 81 W. Allendale Ave. 201.934.6616 masasushiandgrill.com MEZZALUNA BISTRO 97 W. Allendale Ave. 201.327.6556 SAVINI 168 W. Crescent Ave. 201.760.3700 savinirestaurant.com

ALPINE KIKU 385 Rte. 9W 201.767.6322

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

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

GIANNA’S 843 Washington Ave. 201.460.7997 giannas.biz

WAGON WHEEL 16 S. Front St. 201.384.9464

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

BOGOTA 101 PUB 101 Queen Anne Rd. 201.343.9802 LUKA’S 10 River Rd. 201.440.2996 lukasitaliancuisine.com

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

DELVINA RESTAURANT 172 Piermont Rd. 201.816.0239 delvinarestaurant.com

IL MULINO 132 Veterans Plz. 201.384.7767 ilmulinodumont.com

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FARMHOUSE CAFÉ & EATERY 15 E. Madison Ave. 201.266.8931 farmhousecafenj.com

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

THE HILL 252 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.899.4700 thehillcloster.com

DEMAREST YASOU MYKONOS 134 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.768.8500 yasoumykonos.com

CAFFE CAPRI 119 Park Ave. 201.460.1039 caffecapri restaurant.com

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SEAR HOUSE 411 Piermont Rd. 201.292.4612 searhouse.com

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AZÚCAR CUBAN CUISINE 171 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.660.7977 azucarcubancuisine.com

LOCALE CAFÉ & BAR 208 Piermont Rd. 201.750.3233 locale208closter.com

RUDY’S 591 Anderson Ave. 201.943.9252 rudyscliffsidenj.com

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T & THAI 644 Anderson Ave. 201.941.0099 tnthai.com

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

CAFÉ ARCHETYPUS 266 River Rd. 201.941.0609 archetypus.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 KINARA 880 River Rd. 201.313.0555 kinararestaurant.com ORAMA 595 River Rd. 201.945.2020 orama.com PIER 115 115 River Rd. 201.313.2155 pier115bar andgrill.com REBECCA’S 236 Old River Rd. 201.943.8808 rebeccasedgewater.com THE RIVER PALM TERRACE 1416 River Rd. 201.224.2013 riverpalm.com ROBERTO’S II 936 River Rd. 201.224.2524 robertosii.com THAT FONDUE PLACE 934 River Rd. 201.224.2524 thatfondueplace.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 THE TWISTED ELM 435 River Dr. 201.791.3705 twistedelm.com

EMERSON FRANCO’S PIZZA 207 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.265.8111 francospizza restaurant.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 EMMA 34 E. Palisade Ave. 201.227.6103 emma34.com RED, WHITE & PASTA 21 E. Palisade Ave. 201.731.3223 redwhiteandpasta.com

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS CAFÉ ITALIANO 14 Sylvan Ave. 201.461.5041 cafeitaliano.net

MEI SUSHI 14-20 Plaza Rd. North 201.398.9882 meisushi.com

SUSHI COCORO 856 Franklin Ave. 201.560.1333 sushicocoro.com

OCEANOS 2-27 Saddle River Rd. 201.796.0546 oceanosrestaurant.com

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RIVARA’S RESTAURANT 6-18 Maple Ave. 201.797.4878 rivaras.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

CLIFF’S STEAKHOUSE 18 Sylvan Ave. 201.944.0233 cliffssteakhouse.com

MOOD FOOD 1224 Anderson Ave. 201.313.8278 moodfood.life

GRISSINI 484 Sylvan Ave. 201.568.3535 grissinirestaurant.com

PRIME & BEYOND 501 Main St. 201.461.0033 primeandbeyond.com

LEFKES 495 Sylvan Ave. 201.408.4444 lefkesnj.com

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GOLDEN DYNASTY 825 Franklin Ave. 201.891.6644 goldendynastynj.com

DAVIA 6-09 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.797.6767

THE CHEF’S TABLE 754 Franklin Ave. 201.891.6644

KIMCHI MAMA 7-09 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.703.2905

LA CAMBUSA 517 River Dr. 973.272.8739 cambusanj.com

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LA FORTALEZA 361 Midland Ave. 973.928.4470 lafortalezamexrestaurant.com

GLEN ROCK THE GLEN ROCK INN 222 Rock Rd. 201.445.2362 glenrockinn.com

WHITE MANNA 358 River St. 201.342.0914

HARRINGTON PARK

NECTAR CAFE 175 Rock Rd. 201.857.0825 nectarcafenj.com

DINO’S RESTAURANT 12 Tappan Rd. 201.767.4245 dinoshp.com

ROCCA 203 Rock Rd. 201.670.4945 roccanj.com

ORIGINAL PRESTO’S PIZZA 90 La Roche Ave. 201.750.1077 originalpresto.com

HACKENSACK HOUSTON’S 1 Riverside Sq., #181 201.488.5667 houstons.com

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS

MATSU SUSHI & GRILL 140 Broadway 201.722.9388 matsunj.com NINO’S PIZZA 456 Broadway 201.497.6900 ninospizzaonline.com OSSO BUCO 343 Broadway 201.664.1600 ossobucogrill.com

HO-HO-KUS

BENDIX DINER 464 Rte. 17 201.288.0143

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

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE 1 Riverside Sq., #274 201.487.1303 mortons.com/hackensack

BENSI 459 Rte. 17 S. 201.727.9525 bensihh.com

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

THE OCEANAIRE 175 Riverside Sq. 201.343.8862 theoceanaire.com

IVY INN 268 Terrace Ave. 201.393.7699 ivyinn.com

THE PICCO TAVERN 160 Prospect Ave. 201.880.8750 piccotavern.com

HAWORTH

HO-HO-KUS INN & TAVERN 1 E. Franklin Tpk. 201.445.4115 hohokusinn.com

POITIN STILL 774 Main St. 201.487.0660 SOLARI’S 61 S. River St. 201.487.1969 solarisrestaurant.net STONY HILL INN 231 Polifly Rd. 201.342.4085 stonyhillinn.com

ALESSANDRO’S 157 Terrace St. 201.385.8544 alessandrosnj.com

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

ANDIAMO 23 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.384.1551 andiamorestaurant.net

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

HILLSDALE THE CORNERSTONE 84 Broadway 201.666.8688 thecornerstonenj.com

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GOODFELLAS 661 Midland Ave. 973.478.4000 goodfellasristorante. com

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DANTE’S PLACE 373 Broad Ave. 201.592.9071 dantesplace.com FONTANA DI TREVI 248 Fort Lee Rd. 201.242.9040 fontanaditrevirestaurant. com NAKAHARA 299 Broad Ave. 201.482.4358 nakahara299.com

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Café Panache in Ramsey

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

LODI REBAR & KITCHEN 132 Essex St. 201.368.8181 rebarnj.com SERGIO’S MISSIONE 2 N. Mercer St. 973.778.4545 sergiosmissione.com

LYNDHURST ANGELO’S 263 Ridge Rd. 201.939.1922 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 masonjar.com 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

MIDLAND PARK ARTURO’S 41 Central Ave. 201.444.2466 arturos.co FIONA’S RISTORANTE 118 Godwin Ave. 210.857.5800 fionasristorante.com

MONTVALE BELLISSIMO 12 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.6669 bellissimonj.com HEARTH & TAP CO. 125 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.307.6300 hearthandtap.com

MOONACHIE 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

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 SECTION 201 704 River Rd. 201.262.5600 section201.com

NORTHVALE THE GREEK VILLAGE 254 Livingston St. 201.750.8570 greekvillagenj.com MADELEINE’S PETIT PARIS 416 Tappan Rd. 201.767.0063 madeleinespetitparis.com

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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 DIMORA 100 Piermont Rd. 201.750.5000 dimorarestaurant.com 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

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HOSHITORI 216 Old Tappan Rd. 201.666.6544

PEPPERCORNS 176 Colony Ave. 201.391.2818 peppercornsparkridge.com

VICOLO RISTORANTE 216 Old Tappan Rd. 201.497.8777 vicoloristorante.com

YUKI HANA 131 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.391.3230 yukihanaparkridge.net

ORADELL

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ESTI’S CAFE 680 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.322.6362 estiscafe.com

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

RED APPLE RESTAURANT 235 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.986.1800 redappleoradell.com

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

OCEAN SUSHI 619 Oradell Ave. 201.986.1113 oceansushioradell.com

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

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

MESON MADRID 343 Bergen Blvd.

201.947.1038 mesonmadrid.com SO MOON NAN JIP 238 Broad Ave. 201.944.3998 TO SOK CHON 138 W. Central Blvd.

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PARAMUS CHAKRA 144 Rte. 4 E. 201.556.1530 chakrarestaurant.com KIKU 365 Rte. 17 S. 201.265.7200 MANTRA 275 Rte. 4 W. 201.342.8868 mantranj.com

PARK RIDGE 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

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

RIDGEFIELD 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

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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

LISA’S 28 Oak St. 201.251.8686 lisasmediterranean cuisine.net PARK WEST TAVERN 30 Oak St. 201.445.5400 parkwesttavern.com PEARL RESTAURANT 17 S. Broad St. 201.857.5100 pearlridgewood.com

CAFÉ 37 37 S. Broad St. 201.857.0437 café-37.com

RAYMOND’S 101 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.445.5125

FELINA 54 E. Ridgewood Ave. 551.276.5454 felinarestaurant.com

ROOTS STEAKHOUSE 17 Chestnut St. 201.444.1922 rootsteakhouse.com

FINCA 20 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.1199 fincanj.com

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FROM SCRATCH 44 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.857.5188 fromscratch ridgewood.com KAILASH 22 Oak St. 201.251.9693 KUMO 55 Franklin Ave. 201.251.9693 kumo55.com LA LANTERNA CAFÉ & GRILL 29 W. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.5520 lalanternaof ridgewood.com

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

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

MATSUYA 490 Market St. 201.843.5811 matsuyasteakhouse.com QUE PASTA 326 Market St. 201.712.1900 qpitalian.com

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

SADDLE BROOK DINER 30 Market St. 201.843.5929 saddlebrookdiner.com

ROCHELLE PARK BUCCO’S 60 Essex St. 201.226.1030 buccosristorante.com

THE GOLDEN PUB 335 Market St. 201.843.9210 thegoldenpub.com

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