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74 June 2010 Features 27 Vote now!

45 At home /

3 glorious gardens Green-thumbed locals show off their lush outdoor spaces—and offer tips.

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Dad’s pad A newly single father turns his Ridgewood home into a comfy, contemporary haven.

52 Cover feature / Bergen’s Cover Girl 2010 The entries poured in and, after days of deliberation, we found our winner!

30 Flash

Captured moments around the county

38 Health watch · 5 food myths, busted · Summer skin savers · How friends keep you healthy

74 Glorious food The power of polenta This versatile cornmeal

treat brings a touch of Italy to many a delicious dish.

76 Bergen gourmet

Departments

Steak around! Want some extra sizzle with that

steak? You’ll get it—and more—at Cliffs Steakhouse in Englewood Cliffs.

12 Editor’s letter 21 Bergen buzz

78 Where to eat

· The ride of a lifetime · Culinary caboose · Water babes · Pop psychology · Suit up! · ‘What I’m listening to ...’

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Our 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards

Your Bergen County

dining guide

84 Be there!

A listing of local events you won’t

want to miss

Things we love Watches that wow This Father’s Day,

dazzle Dad with a timepiece he’ll treasure.

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88 End notes A chat with … Joanne English Rollieson

The 49-year-old Englewood resident, a cancer survivor and ‘Cover Girl’ finalist, on being pretty, prepared and positive

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IN A WAY, WE ALMOST HATED TO CHOOSE. But choose we did. Many Bergen women entered our Cover Girl contest (page 52), and we invited five winners to a professional photo shoot in Manhattan. We chatted while they put themselves in the hands of hair and makeup pros. It was a blast! But just one face could grace the cover of this issue. We hope you’ll agree that the Cover Girl we chose was eminently worthy. Yet so were so many others! Turn to page 61, for example, to meet the contestant you, our readers, chose when 2,664 of you voted online.

The process got us to thinking about competitions, and the concept of “best.” Though it’s tough to make that final choice, picking “bests” seems to be an irresistible temptation. Just think of the Pulitzers, the Tonys, the Oscars—and how film critics go crazy with “10 best” lists.

If you’ve got this bug yourself, you’re reading the right magazine. Our annual Readers’ Choice Awards ballot on page 27 asks for your votes on the “best” of just about everything in Bergen. Is there a deli you adore? A shoe store you swear by? A margarita that makes Friday night?

Cast your ballots either online at www.bergenhealthand life.com or via snail mail, and check our September issue to see how your favorites fared. Then we’ll celebrate our winners at Bergen Health & Life’s third annual BergenFest on September 30 at The Estate at Florentine Gardens.

Did I say “gardens”? Check out three gorgeous local ones on page 45. This issue also marks Father’s Day with a look at a Ridgewood home redesigned for a newly divorced dad with the kids in mind (page 48).

We honor Dad’s Day again by tapping the experience of our community of Facebook fans and Twitter followers. To quote the old saying, does Father really “know best”? Find out on page 22, where readers share the best advice they ever received from Dad. That’s right—the absolute, unqualified best. Have a wonderful June!

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editor in chief RITA GUARNA

art director SARAH LECKIE

senior editor TIMOTHY KELLEY

managing editor JENNIFER CENICOLA

assistant editor KRISTIN COLELLA

editorial intern DIANE SZULECKI

art intern PATRICE HORVATH

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group publisher WILKIE F. BUSHBY

executive vice president, publishing director DEBORAH JONES BARROW

regional advertising director DOUG BARKER

regional advertising manager VIVIENNE ROLLINS

senior account manager LAURA DOWDEN

account executive MARY MASCIALE

director, internet & new media NIGEL EDELSHAIN

web editor ANNMARIE MARANO

director of production CHRISTINE HAMEL

sales & marketing coordinator ELIZABETH MEE

senior art director, agency services KIJOO KIM

director of advertising services THOMAS RAGUSA

circulation director LAUREN MENA

advertising inquiries: Please contact Wilkie Bushby at 201-5712220 or wilkie.bushby@wainscotmedia.com. subscription services: To inquire about a subscription, to change an address or to purchase a back issue or a reprint of an article, please write to Bergen Health & Life, Circulation Department, PO Box 1788, Land O Lakes, FL 34639; telephone 813-996-6579; e-mail lauren.mena@ wainscot media.com.

Bergen Health & Life is published 8 times a year by Wainscot Media, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, New Jersey 07645. This is Volume 10, Issue 4. Š2010 by Wainscot Media LLC. All rights reserved. Subscriptions in U.S.: $14.00 for one year. Single copies: $3.95.

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THE RIDE of a lifetime Maybe that Ferrari F430 or Lamborghini Gallardo is a bit out of reach as a permanent fixture in your garage—but thanks to Gotham Dream Cars (212-957-4400, www.gotham dreamcars.com), getting behind the wheel of a coveted car doesn’t have to be a mere fantasy. The company, with a showroom in Englewood and offices in New York City, rents out a fleet of exotic and luxury automobiles for all occasions from birthdays to weddings. Its offerings include the Bentley Continental GTC and the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren, plus a number of Ferraris and Lamborghinis—the company’s two mostrequested cars. (One-day rentals of the F430 and Gallardo start at $995.)

“I enjoy seeing clients’ faces when we hand the keys over—knowing they’re about to have one of the best experiences of their lives,” says Noah Lehmann-Haupt, Gotham Dream Cars’ founder and president. Customers can pick up their cars or have them delivered; included are one-on-one instruction, an EZPass, GPS navigation, 24-hour roadside assistance and a no-refueling-necessary policy when you return the vehicle.

For the ultimate driving day, sign up for a “Dream Car Tour,” which puts each participant at the controls of a sequence of six exotic cars during a 150-mile, more than fourhour trek through the tristate area (starting at $595). “We’ve hand-picked New York and New Jersey’s best highways, back roads and twisty mountain passes,” says LehmannHaupt. After a brief orientation on operating each car, drivers leave from Englewood solo or with a partner. Open roads await!

For a fun twist on a classic summer treat, stop by THE HOT DOG CABOOSE in Midland Park (201-444-2531; www.hotdogcaboose.com)—a genuine train caboose parked off Greenwood Avenue. “The food, the friendly service and the nostalgia of the 100-year-old caboose attract people,” says owner Kathie Lane. When her husband, Roger, first saw the caboose, he had the notion it would make a great hot-dog stand—then one day he noticed it was for rent. With business partners Brian and Carol Laube, the Lanes seized the opportunity and spruced up the caboose. In 2006, their unconventional stand opened its windows for business.

Besides the standard hot dog ($1.89), the menu includes five “Specialty Dogs” ($2.50), among them the “Italian Dog” (with potatoes, peppers and onions), the “Reuben Dog” (Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing) and the “Taco Dog” (with chili, crushed corn chips, cheese and jalapeños), which Lane touts as their bestseller. The Caboose also offers sausage, soup and ice cream, plus chili and “Frito Pie”—Fritos topped with chili, chopped raw onion and shredded cheddar cheese.

“They have super hot dogs—and delicious chili,” says Lori James of Wyckoff. “Everything they have there is good.”

WATER BABES

It’s never too early to learn water survival. So B&B Pool and Spa Center in Chestnut Ridge, New York (888-576-9344, www.bbpoolandspa.com) is bringing in experts Keri Tom and Cari Lopez (www.infantaquatics.com) to show parents how children as young as 6 months old can be trained to survive in water. They teach a technique called “roll-over breathing,” with which a child can sustain him or herself in water by rolling onto the back and floating.

“The purpose of the demonstration is to show how infants can be taught to survive a fall into water,” says Bruce Bagin, president of B&B. “And they’re not afraid, because they haven’t been taught to be afraid.” Demonstrations are set for 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., June 18 and 19. You’ll watch a toddler who has been through the program and learn about enrolling your own little ones.

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What better way to mark Father’s Day than with fatherly wisdom?

Bergen Health & Life asked our Twitter followers and Facebook fans from Bergen and beyond to share the best advice Dad ever gave them: “Call them as you see them.”

—Brian Morgenweck, Teaneck, whose father was an American League umpire

“Treat the people you meet as if they’re all going to be speaking at your wake.” —Katie McSherry, Norwood “Dress for the position you want, not the position you have.” —Gregory

Looking for a unique Father’s Day gift? Treat Dad to a custom suit or dress shirt from one of our county’s fine men’s shops. Options abound at MOHAN’S CUSTOM TAILORS (201-488-2224, www.mohantailors.com) at The Shops at Riverside, which crafts shirts and suits in four to six weeks. Papa can pick from 14,000 fine fabrics, 40 chic suit styles, 16 shirt cuffs and 20 collars. Mohan’s can even sew secret pockets to fit his iPhone or BlackBerry.

VERO UOMO in Englewood (201894-1424, www.verouomo.com) can personalize every detail of luxury brand-name shirts and suits with its made-to-measure program. Tailors take 15 to 30 measurements, but once Dad’s sizes are on file, future purchases can be made via BlackBerry.

SAL LAURETTA FOR MEN in Midland Park (201-444-1666, www.salformen.com) boasts more than 2,000 suit fabrics and some 1,000 shirt fabrics (see them up close at the in-store bolt library).

Tailors first take measurements, then suits are made at custom suit houses in the United States, Italy or Canada.

‘What I’m listening to …’

Heitmann, Haworth

“As a DJ I love and play all kinds of music—from Motown, hip-hop and dance when I’m working at a

“Use big words like ‘quintessential.’”

—Lesley Whyard, Westwood

wedding to ’80s, classic rock and house music when

“If you don’t make choices for yourself, the world will make them for you— and they may not be what you want or need.” —Sarah Tierney, Bergenfield

I’m driving,” says DJ Johnny Budz, CEO of Elite

“If you want something in life, you have to have ‘ganas’ (Spanish for desire).”

—Margaux Pena Hufnagel, Hoboken

Sound Entertainment in Saddle Brook (201-8438003, www.elitesoundentertainment.com). Drawing on a career that includes stints at nightclubs, on radio stations around the country and producing for the likes of Jessica Simpson and Janet Jackson, Budz offered us his top 10 tunes to get any party started:

“Don’t do anything Grace Kelly wouldn’t do.” —Rebecca Goldberg,

1. “HAVEN’T MET YOU YET,” Michael Bublé, from Crazy Love

Tarrytown, N.Y.

3. “TIK TOK,” Kesha, from Animal

“Choose something you love to do for a living, or you’ll be unhappy 9 to 5 for the rest of your life.”

—Nancy Rump, Hudson County

4. “LIKE A PRAYER,” Madonna, from Like a Prayer

“Marry a Kansas City Royals fan.

They are loyal and will stick with you for better or worse.” —Milly Hoffman,

7. “RUNAROUND SUE,” Dion, from Runaround Sue

Kansas City, Kans.

2. “YOU SHOOK ME ALL NIGHT LONG,” AC/DC, from Back in Black

5. “SEPTEMBER,” Earth, Wind & Fire, from The Best of

Earth, Wind & Fire, Volume 1 6. “BILLIE JEAN,” Michael Jackson, from Thriller 8. “SHOW ME LOVE,” Robin S., from Show Me Love 9. “LIVIN’ ON A PRAYER,” Bon Jovi, from Slippery When Wet 10. “GIVE IT TO ME BABY,” Rick James, from Street Songs

Talk to us! What are you planning to do this summer?

Let us know via Facebook (www.facebook.com/bergenhealthandlife) and Twitter (user name BergenHandL).

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2 Historiques 1968 by Vacheron Constantin; $28,200 The Timepiece Collection, Englewood, 201-894-1825

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DIETITIANS REFUTE COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS—AND OFFER RELIABLE TIPS FOR EATING RIGHT

Think you’re savvy about healthy eating? Well, some of what you “know” about food may be mere folklore. Bergen

Health & Life consulted diet experts about a number of widespread beliefs, and these five turned out to be bogus:

Myth #1: Frozen veggies are less nutritious than fresh.

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Foods begin to lose their nutritional value the minute they’re picked. “Nutrients are degraded by air, heat and time,” says Joan Salge Blake, clinical associate professor of nutrition at Boston University.

Most “fresh” foods have lost much of their worth by the time they reach our plates.

Flash-freezing, however, retains nutrients at their peak, as well as antioxidants and other beneficial plant chemicals, says nutrition specialist Christine Gerbstadt, M.D., of Sarasota, Florida.

“Eating local” is the best way to eat fresh. “Most studies have looked at a 10to 14-day lag time between harvesting and testing,” says Stephanie DiBacco, assistant professor of nutrition at Russell Sage College in Albany, N.Y. “If you’re eating local food sooner than that, it will have almost as much nutrition as flash-frozen.”

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Myth #2: Bananas are fattening.

We’ve long known bananas are a rich potassium source, but they also have a reputation for being high in sugar and therefore a threat to one’s waistline. That’s a bum rap, say our experts.

“Fruit’s not fattening,” says Blake.

“It’s the added sugar in processed foods like soft drinks and baked goods that adds unnecessary calories. A banana is a great source of Mother Nature’s finest nutrition.”

Dr. Gerbstadt agrees: “One banana is packed with nutrition and worth every calorie. Bananas are a terrific way for active people to replenish glycogen stores and get a quick energy boost.”

Attention, Snackers Pick nuts instead of chips for between-meal munching.

“They’re high in fiber and protein, with heart-healthy polyunsaturated fats,” says dietician Angela Langner of the Nutrition Center of Bergen County in Englewood.

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mini-meals are better than three big ones.

“I was always a proponent of eating small meals, but the evidence just doesn’t show the practice to make a difference in maintaining a healthy weight,” DiBacco says.

Rather, it’s the total number of calories—not how you spread them out—that counts.

Dr. Gerbstadt agrees: “If the calories are the same, meal frequency is really a matter of lifestyle choice,” she says.

What is important: not skipping breakfast. “Studies show that women who miss breakfast do more impulse snacking,” says Blake. “When snacking is unplanned, you’re vulnerable to whatever food is around when you get hungry, such as donuts at a meeting. When you plan your meals, you can snack on things like fruits and nuts on your schedule.”

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Foods like celery have “negative calories.”

You may have heard that some foods are so lowcal that the energy it takes to chew and digest them more than makes up for the calories they contain. But the truth is that nothing you eat can subtract calories. “It takes about 10 percent of the calories in any food for the body to digest, absorb and use its nutrients, a process often called ‘specific dynamic action’ or ‘thermic effect,’ ” explains Dr. Gerbstadt. “A food like celery has only a few calories per stalk to begin with, but no matter how vigorously you chew, those calories never reach zero or become a negative number.”

Nonetheless, crisp and fiber-rich foods are wise choices for a healthy diet. “They fill you up without a lot of calories,” says DiBacco.

Cooking vegetables lessens all their nutrients.

While it’s true that water-soluble vitamins like B and C diminish when cooked in water, fiber and minerals are not affected by cooking. “And fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E and K actually do better in heat,” says DiBacco. So do the antioxidant properties of the nutrient lycopene, found in tomatoes.

“You can minimize nutrient loss by steaming or boiling for a short time in a covered pot with a small amount of water,” says Blake. “Even better, try microwaving, grilling or roasting your veggies to maintain more nutrient value.”

No matter how you cook them, vegetables are a key component of a sound diet. “The bottom line,” Dr. Gerbstadt says, “is that we all should eat four to five servings a day of vegetables from a variety of choices for optimal health.” I

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You know all about UVA and UVB rays, but are you doing all you can to protect your skin from summer’s dangers? Not if you’re like most of us, say local dermatologists. When Bergen Health & Life asked them for tips for summer-proofing your skin, here’s what they advised:

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protective benefits of eating antioxidant foods rich in beta-carotene and lycopene (in tomato paste) and beta-carotene supplements shows they may afford skin some natural protection, equal to about SPF 2 or 3.

“Don’t count on it to provide your main protection from the sun,” warns Gary Brauner, M.D., a dermatologist who practices in Tenafly and New York City. “But it’s a good idea for one’s overall health to eat a diet rich in antioxidants anyway.”

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depressants, blood-pressure drugs and antibiotics), prescription retinoids (like Retin-A) and over-thecounter retinol products can cause photosensitivity, an increased likelihood of burning with sun exposure, so check with your doctor. There’s a similar problem with certain fragrances (such as bergamot and musk), which can cause a burn-like reaction in the sun. (So can citrus fruits if they touch the skin.)

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Don’t skimp on sunscreen—or miss spots. Sure, you put on sunscreen. But most

people don’t apply enough (it should be an ounce, or enough to fill a shot glass), don’t reapply often enough (every two hours) or don’t cover every exposed area, according to Rebecca Baxt, M.D., a Paramus dermatologist and assistant clinical professor of dermatology at New York University Medical School. Most-often-missed places: the tops of the feet, the back of the neck, the part or any exposed skin on the scalp, the ears and the lips.

And don’t even think about skipping the SPF on cool, cloudy days. “Up to 80 percent of ultraviolet rays can penetrate through clouds,” explains Sharon Scherl, M.D., Tenafly dermatologist and chief of dermatology at Englewood Hospital.

Pamper your pores. If you’re oily or acneprone, opt for a lightweight gel sunscreen (look for the words “oil-free” and “noncomedogenic” on the label). Swipe skin with a salicylic acid toner or witch hazel to remove pore-clogging oil and dead skin cells before applying sunscreen.

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Beat body breakouts. These can happen

when sweat and oil get trapped against skin by tight-fitting exercise gear made from synthetic fabrics. To prevent body acne, wear loose-fitting clothing made from natural fibers or moisture-wicking materials.

Shower after exercising with a body wash containing 2 percent salicylic acid or 5 to 10 percent benzoyl peroxide. (If breakouts persist, see a dermatologist, who can prescribe a stronger acne medication.)

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If you’ve got acne, beware the sun.

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“Tanning slows down the skin’s natural sloughing process, so pores can become clogged more easily,” explains Dr. Baxt. “Skin may temporarily look better with a tan, but within a few weeks, the breakouts often return and worsen.” According to Glen Rock dermatologist Sharon Galvin, M.D., tanning can also cause skin hyperpigmentation, or a dark spot left behind after a blemish heals. “People think of them as acne scars, but they don’t realize that sun exposure makes them much worse.”

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sweat to emit an odor that people can’t detect, but that insects don’t like. It’s harmless—whatever your body doesn’t use is safely excreted out of your system.” In addition, use a product with the lowest concentration possible of the insect repellant DEET, or a non-DEET repellant like citronella (found in Avon’s Skin So Soft).

If you’re hiking or camping, you may wish to use a higher percentage of DEET (Dr. Brauner recommends 30 percent). Whichever product you use, spray it on your clothing instead of directly on your skin, and avoid perfumes and fragranced shampoos, soaps and lotions, as they attract insects. I

Smart sun fashion A FEW SAVVY CHOICES CAN HELP YOUR SKIN

For your head: “Look for a hat with a wide, circular brim that goes all the way around,” says dermatologist Gary Brauner, M.D. “A baseball cap only covers the top half of your face.”

For your face: A pair of sunglasses, the bigger the better. “Big frames cover more of the orbital area around the eye, which is also susceptible to sun damage,” says Tenafly dermatologist Sharon Scherl, M.D.

On your body: Wear a cover-up over a bathing suit (a darker color shields skin better than a lighter color). Consider wearing a swim shirt while in the water, because water magnifies UV rays by about 25 percent. Some cover-ups and swim shirts even have SPF built right into the fabric. (For a DIY version, check out RIT’s Sun Guard Laundry Aid, a product that imparts a SPF 30 to your clothes when added to the wash cycle.)

Of course, no one wants to cover up head-totoe in summertime. Just do the best you can, advises Dr. Scherl. “A long-sleeved shirt is better than a short-sleeved shirt, but a shortsleeved shirt is better than nothing!”

Banish bugs with B-6. If you’re the per-

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KEEP YOU HEALTHY WANT TO LOWER YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE, LIVE LONGER AND STAY SHARP? THE KEY IS RIGHT ON YOUR SPEED-DIAL

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Helping you live longer: It’s not family ties, but friendly ties that aid longer life, according to data from the 10-year Australian Longitudinal Study of Aging, completed in 2004, which followed nearly 1,500 people ages 70 years and older. After adjusting for other factors that affect longevity, researchers found that those with a strong social network were 22 percent less likely to die during the study. The friends-longevity link was so strong it persisted despite stressful events such as the death of a spouse or the relocation of a loved one..

Boosting brainpower: In a Harvard study of the elderly, memory among those with few friends declined at double the rate of folks with plenty of pals. And the finding gets added support from a Kaiser Permanente study in which strong friendships were shown to protect folks from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Seems exchanging information, opinions and ideas—even if it’s about the latest Hollywood scandal—can keep a person’s thinking keen. I

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OUR FRIENDS ARE THE ONES WE CHOOSE, the ones we want to invite to the party. But did you know those handpicked companions are also scientifically proven to help us lead longer, healthier lives?

“Because you choose friends with similar values and belief systems, they’re often better equipped than family to provide comfort and motivation,” says Encino, California, psychologist Debra Mandel.

Having buddies is so good for us, researchers say, that its opposite—social isolation—is a risk factor akin to smoking, high blood pressure and obesity. Here are four ways your social circle keeps you in the pink.

Controlling your blood pressure: Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of Americans, and high blood pressure is often the primary cause. But according to new findings in the journal Psychology and Aging, friends can help keep it in check. In the four-year study of 229 people between ages 50 and 68, those identified as the loneliest experienced a 10 percent spike in blood pressure. Even the “modestly” lonely were affected, said lead researcher Louise Hawkley, noting that “loneliness behaved as though it is a risk factor in its own right.”

Helping you stay fit: Whether it’s climbing a steep hill with a heavy backpack (like subjects in a University of Virginia study), losing weight or sticking to a workout program, enlisting a buddy makes a task seem less daunting. In the University of Virginia study, those who trekked with a friend perceived the hill to be less steep than those who sweated their way to the summit alone. And in a University of Connecticut study of 189 women, strong social support proved to be a key factor in whether they stuck with a workout plan for a year or more.

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“Nothing is more the child of art than a garden,” said Scottish writer Sir Walter Scott. Indeed, with a hefty assist from Mother Nature, every garden possesses a unique, ethereal beauty—and Bergen boasts a wealth of private plots bursting with inspiration. Read on for an inside look at three, plus helpful tips from the Bergenites who tend them.

EFFORTLESS OASIS IN MAHWAH “Our garden, which surrounds a pool with waterfalls and a Jacuzzi, serves as an unofficial extension of the national wildlife preserve behind our home,” says the homeowner, a Wall Street executive, of the area designed by Cipriano Landscape Design in Ramsey. “When the waterfalls are cascading and the plants are in bloom, ED PIRONE

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Tip: “If you’re too busy to plant and maintain your own garden, hire a professional.

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WATERY WONDER IN RIVER VALE “I have trellises, a greenhouse conservatory and a vegetable garden, but one of the things I enjoy most is sitting near my three water ponds,” says homeowner Audrey Linstrom Maihack. “It’s very peaceful to listen to the sounds of the waterfalls, which run all the time, and watch the fish swim. And I like to see the wildlife the ponds attract—frogs, chipmunks and raccoons.”

Tip: “Instead of using a whole bed of color, I prefer to incorporate color in small, bright areas. From daisies in the summer to asters in the fall, I find that colors seem

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WHEN ROY WEBER FIRST MOVED into his Ridgewood Colonial, the recently divorced father of two couldn’t have told you what his design preferences were. “I’d never really thought much about decorating,” admits Weber, 66, a lecturer at Rutgers Business School.

He did know that the lovely 1,700square-foot house he’d bought had potential—and that its green, pink and bright yellow walls had to go. Weber wanted to create a good-looking, cheerful home to enjoy with his teenage son and daughter, who would be living with him part-time.

But where to start?

Weber turned to designer Neela Woodard of Neela Woodard Design in West Orange, who was embarking on a new chapter of her own. She had recently opened her own business after working for interior design firms in Manhattan. “At first I had a hard time articulating what I wanted,” Weber says, “but Neela listened, asked questions and showed me pictures to really draw me out.”

“Roy was very involved in the design process and let me know what he liked and didn’t like,” says Woodard. “He eschewed typical manly chrome and giant TV screens in favor of a comfortable, transitional style with clean lines and a few modern touches.

He didn’t want anyone to walk in and think, ‘Oh, this is a typical bachelor pad!’”

Step one was to replace the mishmash of hues with a single soothing, neutral color: Oatmeal by Benjamin Moore. “It was really important to Roy for the walls to be cheery, and this color makes the rooms feel bright and open,” says Woodard. “Keeping all of the rooms a uniform color also provides a sense of connectedness and makes the house seem larger.”

As the project progressed, design choices flowed from the use Weber envisioned for each area. Take, for instance, the airy, inviting living room. “The goal here continued

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was to make a really nice place to sit and chat,” says Woodard. To create a peaceful focal point, Woodard revamped the room’s brick fireplace, originally outfitted with a wooden mantel and painted an unsightly red, by substituting a new stone top and white paint.

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For the sleek, dark-toned dining room, furniture was selected with family in mind.

“Because my children don’t live here all the time, I wanted to have a place where we could eat together without sitting in front of the television,” says Weber. A large, dark wooden table from Nichols & Stone, surrounded by Palecek chairs upholstered in Malabar cotton, fit the bill and the budget. “You can really go crazy spending on dining-room furniture, but Neela was able to find great pieces for less than I thought I’d have to pay,” says Weber. A sisal carpet from Meridian, a brushed-nickel chandelier with linen shades from Visual Comfort and vintage side tables provide elegant touches.

Simplicity reigns in the kitchen, where Weber enjoys whipping up meals for his children. A few clever changes improved the room’s functionality. For instance, Woodard used cabinetry from a corner nook to create the center island. Then the former nook was converted into a more useful “half coat closet, half pantry” with a sliding glass door. Well-chosen updates completed the space, including new stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, a glass and brushed-nickel light fixture from Nulco Lighting and a gold tile backsplash with frosted glass accents from Artistic Tile.

For the cozy den, Weber wanted a room “comfortable enough for the children to hang out in with friends.” A cushy microsuede couch from Room & Board and a wicker couch reupholstered in soft velvet are ideal spots for lounging, playing video games and watching movies. In the center, a glass-top coffee table with metal legs from Baker was chosen for its oval shape.

“This is not a big room, and I wanted people to be able to move around easily,” Woodard explains.

Today Weber has nothing but raves for his home’s handsome transformation. “It’s comfortable but also attractive, and I really use every room,” he says. “It just fits me perfectly.” As for his kids? “They’re excited and happy about it. When it was first completed, my son even brought all of his friends around and gave them a tour!” ■ BERGEN

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COVER GIRL 2010 “TALL AND TAN AND YOUNG AND LOVELY, THE girl from Bergen County goes walking…”

With apologies to the lyricist of “The Girl from Ipanema,” we couldn’t resist waxing melodic. If you’d had the pleasure of judging a “cover girl” contest open to Bergen residents—as we did recently—you too would be wowed at the level of gorgeousness to be found in our fair county.

After the success of our first Cover Girl Contest last year, we wondered if this year’s competition could compare. Silly us!

As entries flooded in, we were once again amazed by the beauty and talent of the entrants, who ranged in age from 18 to 53.

How to choose? Each one was beautiful, accomplished and articulate about her Bergen pride. Here are real

Jersey girls (look and learn, Snooki and JWoww!).

Our judges narrowed the field to 14 finalists, then to the final five—each of whom got to have a professional photo shoot at Springston Studios in Manhattan, where she received a gift bag, including tickets to a Broadway show and products from Sportline, L’Oreal, Garnier, Lindi Skim, Elemis and Bumble and Bumble. Our top three also received gift certificates to Omni Health Professionals medi-spa in Oakland. Meet our winners on these pages. Also, see who you, our readers, chose as your favorites at www.bergen healthandlife.com—nearly 2,700 votes were cast.

And don’t be surprised if you break into song: “And when she passes, each one she passes goes … ahhh.” continued

THE JUDGES

From left: Rita Guarna, Bergen Health & Life’s editor in chief; Dan Springston, noted fashion photographer; Sarah Leckie, Bergen Health & Life’s art director; and Stephen Vitarbo, art director at Wainscot Media.

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OUR WINNER! LAUREN DONOHUE AGE: 26 HOMETOWN: Englewood OCCUPATION: Horse rider and trainer Healthy habits: “Riding horses is my passion.

It helps keep me healthy by clearing my head and building a ton of strength in my muscles.

I also like to run to build lean muscle, and I practice yoga for relaxation. My goal is to do something physical every day.”

Beauty secret: “Because my skin is so dry, I moisturize twice a day with Neutrogena and drink lots of water.”

Around town: “Englewood has a real ‘city’ feel and I love everything it has to offer, from high-end boutiques to chic little cafés. Some of my favorite places are Solaia Bar & Restaurant for Italian food and Anik New York for clothes.” continued

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SECOND PLACE: ELENI MENEVE AGE: 19 HOMETOWN: Upper Saddle River OCCUPATION: Student at the Fashion Institute of Technology Healthy habits: “Because I go to school in Manhattan, I try to walk everywhere.

Although walking is my cardio, I do hit the gym to lift weights two to three times a week for 30 minutes.”

Beauty secret: “About once a week I put coconut oil in my hair for an hour, then shampoo twice to wash it out. The process keeps my hair shiny and nourished.”

Self-starter: “A friend and I just started our own fashion line called Stud Muffin (www.shopstudmuffin.com), which includes jewelry, bags and revamped vintage clothes.

I entered this contest because it would be an honor for me to represent all of the teenage girls who are looking to achieve a bright future.”

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THIRD PLACE: LAUREN COZZA AGE: 30 HOMETOWN: Mahwah OCCUPATION: Actress and dance teacher Healthy habits: “Being a dance teacher helps to keep me in shape, especially when I teach my 3-year-olds. They have more energy than you could ever imagine! When I’m on my own I like to take ballet and hip-hop dance classes, power-walk and do yoga and Pilates.”

Beauty secret: “Because my skin is really sensitive I love to get facials at Tina’s Nails in Ridgewood. I’m also addicted to their manicures and pedicures.”

In the spotlight: “Last year a few of my friends were finalists in this contest, so this year I thought I’d give it a try. My adorable students would be so proud and excited if ‘Miss Lauren’ was in a real magazine.” continued

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Cover GIRL HONORABLE MENTION: BETTY JEAN PISANI AGE: 47 HOMETOWN: Franklin Lakes OCCUPATION: Model and mother of three Healthy habits: “I try to work out five or six days a week for about an hour. In addition to walking and lifting weights, I love to practice hot yoga, which is done in a heated room. It’s a great way to get rid of water weight, and I find it relaxes me and makes my skin really nice. I even created a hot yoga room in my house.”

Beauty secret: “I stay out of the sun as much as possible to prevent skin damage. If I want some color, I’ll just get a spray tan.”

Second chances: “I always wanted to be a model, but was unable to chase that dream when I was younger. I never thought I’d have a chance to model later in life, but I’ve worked as a parttime model since the age of 44. I’ve discovered there’s a huge demand in the industry for women my age.”

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HONORABLE MENTION: JULIE SANDBERG AGE: 23 HOMETOWN: Wyckoff OCCUPATION: Student at Ramapo College of New Jersey Healthy habits: “I’m always trying to stay active, whether it’s going to the gym, playing basketball or hiking at the Ramapo Valley County Reservation. The most important thing is to have a positive outlook on life and feel good about yourself.”

Beauty secret: “I just started using Wen by Chaz Dean, a new hair product that cleanses and conditions hair all in one.

It reduces frizz and makes my hair color last longer.”

Food for thought: “When it comes to eating, I never deprive myself. I simply control my portions or make healthy substitutions. For example, instead of getting ice cream in the summer I’ll get smoothies from Epiphany Café in Ridgewood— they make the best ones!” continued

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OUR OTHER FAVORITES Choices, choices! Here are 9 other finalists we think are terrific:

BEAUTY TIPS FROM OUR PROS Love our winners’ chic looks? Try these at-home beauty tips from makeup artist Rob Harmon and hair stylist Elena Lyakir, who helped them get camera-ready:

Top row, from left: Sara Talias, 25, Wyckoff; Krysten Moore, 20, Mahwah; Paige Nelson, 20, Wyckoff Middle row: Jacqueline Menconi, 27, Montvale; Lisa Bracco, 23, Cliffside Park; Joanne English Rollieson, 49, Englewood Bottom row: Janine Teel, 38, Mahwah; Eileen Alana, 22, Ridgewood; Megan Lavner, 30, Westwood

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MAKEUP • Use an eye shadow base to help eye shadow colors stick.

• Opt for a smudge-proof mascara to keep lash color intact.

• Always have something on your lips, even if it’s only a sheer lip gloss.

• Use bronzer to contour the face and add color.

HAIR • Wash hair every other day. Washing daily can dry hair out and strip it of its natural oils.

• Use an ultra-light defrizz product to keep hair manageable in humid weather and to prevent greasiness.

• To prevent dry hair, avoid shampooing the shaft of the hair. Instead, apply shampoo only to your scalp.

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READERS’ CHOICE! We asked you, our readers, to vote for your favorite contestants, and you responded in droves. In all, a total of 2,664 votes were cast through our website, www.bergen healthandlife.com. Here’s a little bit about the winner and runners-up.

FIRST PLACE:

JANINE TEEL AGE: 38 HOMETOWN: Mahwah OCCUPATION: Health and physical education teacher, mother of two NUMBER OF VOTES: 217 Healthy habits: “As a busy mom, I try to fit in some kind of cardio activity first thing in the morning five or six times a week. It makes me feel really energized.

I also do strength-training exercises at least three times a week, including pullups, push-ups, lunges and curls. The workouts definitely pay off—my students are always asking to see my muscles!”

Beauty secret: “To keep my skin glowing, I wash my face two or three times a day with very simple products such as Cetaphil.”

Fan favorite: “I didn’t originally enter myself in this contest—my two friends did! I’m not really into the whole ‘accolade thing.’ But when the editors at Bergen Health & Life told me I had to enter myself in order to be considered, I decided to give it a try. I owe thanks to the PTA moms at my school for helping spread the word to vote for ‘our Mrs. Teel.’ ”

SECOND PLACE: Name: Krysten Moore (pictured opposite) Age: 20 Hometown: Mahwah Occupation: Student at the University of Massachusetts, founder of Students Helping Instill New Esteem (SHINE)

Number of votes: 211

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THIRD PLACE: Name: Sara Talias (pictured opposite) Age: 25 Hometown: Wyckoff Occupation: Sales and marketing director, makeup artist

Number of votes: 180

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The power of POLENTA

by Diane Szulecki

Grilled polenta with shrimp and escarole Serves 4

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons for drizzling 4 cloves garlic, chopped ⁄2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, or to taste 1

2 14-ounce cans no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained ⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano 1

1 pound peeled cooked shrimp (31–35 per pound; thawed if frozen), tails removed if desired 6 cups thinly sliced escarole (about 1 small head) or spinach 1 16-ounce tube prepared plain polenta, sliced into 8 rounds 8 oil-cured olives, pitted and chopped (optional)

• Preheat grill to high.

• Place 1 tablespoon oil and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until the garlic is sizzling and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.

Add crushed red pepper; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes and oregano; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until juicy, about 3 minutes. Stir in

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escarole is wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover and keep warm.

• Oil the grill rack. Grill polenta slices until hot and slightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes per side.

• Divide the sauce among 4 shallow bowls or plates. Top with the polenta slices, sprinkle with olives (if using) and drizzle each serving with 1⁄2 teaspoon oil. Serve immediately.

Nutritional facts,

per serving:

293 calories • 8 grams of fat • 32 grams protein • 4 grams fiber • 634 milligrams sodium

involves slowly pouring the cornmeal into boiling water and stirring continuously until it reaches a thick consistency. From that point, the polenta can either be served from the pot or left to firm and cook further on the grill or in the frying pan.

It’s good-news food for not just a full tummy but a flat one, too: Polenta is low in fat and high in iron, vitamin B6 and zinc—a rare comfort food that isn’t uncomfortably guilt-inducing. I

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IS POLENTA ONE OF THOSE FOODS YOU’VE heard about but don’t really know? Have no fear; it’s not mysterious. Polenta is cooked cornmeal—a longstanding comfort food of northern Italian origin that may even predate the invention of bread. Its soft, grainy texture and subtle flavor make it a perfect accompaniment for meat, fish, veggies, stews, sauces and ragouts.

And it can be prepared in a number of ways: soft and creamy (often likened to grits), grilled and sliced, baked, fried or gratinéed. No wonder the mellow European standard is gaining popularity in America’s home kitchens as well as on its restaurant menus.

Soldiers of the Roman Preparing polenta from “scratch” Empire regularly using regular cornmeal is one option; the consumed polenta, food can also be bought premade in a tube then known as or in dry packaged form, and in a variety of pulmentum. grinds to suit different tastes. Cooking

shrimp and escarole; cook, stirring, until the

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scallops were one of the dishes of the day. (Listen up for these specials—the ones we tried were different and delightfully robust departures from the standard steakhouse menu.) And so were the trenette, homemade spaghetti-like pasta. Al dente yet tender, the noodles were coated with a silky and aromatic white truffle sauce. And although we ordered a tasting portion, it was so big it could easily have fed two.

We opted to forgo the sides (mainstays like creamed spinach, broccoli and baked potato) and accompanied our entrées with a salad. Made with roasted fresh beets, beefsteak tomato wedges, red onion, lively greens and goat cheese, it was a tangy, refreshing medley that cut the “heaviness” of the meat.

Now, about that meat: It’s good … damn good.

Don’t expect any grace notes with your entrée—order steak (we went for the cowboy rib eye), and steak (on that sizzling plate, don’t forget!) is what you’ll get.

Ditto for other meats, like the milk-fed veal chop, our other selection. While the cowboy was mighty impressive—thick, tender with just enough fat and no sinew—it could have used a bit more char. Lacking was the great crust that makes for a smoky bite. Still, HOW ABOUT SOME SIZZLE WITH THAT its flavor was rich and full-bodied, and there certainly steak? You’ll get it—and more—from the slabs of USDA was no use for the steak sauce (which tastes a lot like prime beef coming out of the kitchen at Cliffs cocktail sauce).

Steakhouse. Run by the same folks who bring you nextLike the cowboy steak, the only thing the veal door neighbor Café Italiano, this cozy restaurant serves required in the way of seasoning was salt and a few its steak (and veal and lamb, all aged 21 days) on supergrinds of fresh pepper—no surprise, since the chop was hot plates bubbling with butter. It’s a nod to the Peter wonderfully buttery, with all the subtle flavor and succuLuger tradition—you’ll even find a bacon strip appelence of the best quality meat. tizer, another Luger signature. But while the Brooklyn What about options for non-meat eaters? They institution is known for its brusque abound too, with fish (salmon, tuna, service, here at Cliffs the attention is Chilean sea bass) and various pastas Cliffs Steakhouse expert and amiable all the way. on the menu. And don’t be afraid to 18 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs; Upon our entrance on a tooask for special orders: As long as the 201-944-0233; chilly-for-spring evening, the staff ingredients are on hand, the kitchen www.cliffssteakhouse.com spontaneously offered to light the happily obliges.

Hours fireplace for us, a warm gesture Before the time came for our Monday through Friday, noon–10 p.m.; indeed. At the conclusion of our meal, goodbye brandies, we had to have Saturday and Sunday, 5–11 p.m. brandy on the house made for a toasty dessert. The carrot cake fell just shy What you should know bookend. of the mark (more Philadelphia in • Steaks average $35 And in between we indulged the cream cheese frosting, please!).

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If you’ve got a craving, there’s a dining establishment in Bergen County (or nearby) that will satisfy it. Turn to this listing next time you want a wonderful meal out.

AIRMONT, N.Y.

ELMWOOD PARK

FRANKLIN LAKES

CITRUS GRILLE Contemporary American cuisine.

TROVATO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Italian cui-

· 430 E. Saddle River Rd., Airmont, N.Y. · 845-352-5533

sine with fresh pasta. · 206 Rt. 46 East, Elmwood Park · 201-797-7552

CHEF’S TABLE French eatery. · 754 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes · 201-891-6644

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RESTAURANT L Eclectic cuisine. · 9 N. Franklin

BAUMGART’S CAFE American and Chinese

Tpk., Allendale · 201-785-1112

dishes in a retro ‘50s setting. · 45 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood · 201-569-6267

SAVINI Italian cuisine. · 168 W. Crescent Ave.,

Allendale · 201-760-3700

CARLSTADT IL VILLAGGIO Italian dining. · 651 Rt. 17 North,

Carlstadt · 201-935-7733

CHESTNUT RIDGE, N.Y. JADE VILLAGE Japanese and Chinese cuisine.

BLUE MOON MEXICAN CAFE Traditional Mexican dishes. · 21 E. Palisade Ave., Englewood · 201-541-0600 ENGLEWOOD DINER Salads, Italian specials,

steaks. · 54-56 Engle St., Englewood · 201-5698855 NISI ESTIATORIO Fine Mediterranean cuisine. · 90 Grand Ave., Englewood · 201-567-4700

· 606 South Pascack Rd., Chestnut Ridge, N.Y. · 845-735-1188

ars. · 36 Engle St., Englewood · 201-541-8530

CLOSTER

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS

SMOKE CHOPHOUSE Steaks, seafood and cig-

HARVEST BISTRO & BAR French/new American fare. · 252 Schraalenburgh Rd., Closter · 201750-9966

ASSEMBLY STEAK HOUSE & SEAFOOD GRILL

PAULIE’S American/Mediterranean casual din-

CAFE ITALIANO Fine family dining. · 14 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs · 201-461-5041

ing. · 171 Schraalenburgh Rd., Closter · 201-767-1242

Classic American steak house. · 495 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs · 201-568-2616

GLEN ROCK ROCCA Classic Italian and innovative seasonal

fare . · 203 Rock Rd., Glen Rock · 201-670-4945

HACKENSACK BANGKOK GARDEN Traditional Thai cuisine.

· 261 Main St., Hackensack · 201-487-2620 THE CROW’S NEST Contemporary American

fare. · 309 Vincent Ave., Rt. 17 South, Hackensack · 201-342-5445 HARLEY’S IRISH PUB Continental

American/Irish fare. · 366 River St., Hackensack · 201-342-4747 MAGGIANO'S LITTLE ITALY Fine Italian fare.

· 70 Riverside Sq., Hackensack · 201-221-2030 THE RESTAURANT American eclectic fare.

· 160 Prospect Ave., Hackensack · 201-6781100 RUDY’S RESTAURANT Continental cuisine.

· 107 Anderson St., Hackensack · 201-489-4831 THE SEA SHACK RESTAURANT Friendly, casual

CRESSKILL

seafood eatery. · 293 Polifly Rd., Hackensack · 201-489-7232

GRIFFIN’S BAR & EATERY American fare. · 44 E.

THE STONY HILL INN Continental fare. · 231

Madison Ave., Cresskill · 201-541-7575

Polifly Rd., Hackensack · 201-342-4085

HANAMI Chinese/Japanese cuisine. · 41 Union

HARRINGTON PARK

Ave., Cresskill · 201-567-8508

DINO’S RESTAURANT Contemporary Italian

UMEYA Japanese cuisine. · 156 Piermont Rd.,

cuisine. · 12 Tappan Rd., Harrington Park · 201-767-4245

Cresskill · 201-816-0511

DUMONT

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS

IL MULINO Northern Italian cuisine featuring

sea bass. · 132 Veterans Plz., Dumont · 201-384-7767

GRISSINI TRATTORIA Elegant Italian eatery.

IVY INN Continental cuisine in a romantic setting. · 268 Terrace Ave., Hasbrouck Heights · 201-393-7699

EAST RUTHERFORD

· 484 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs · 201-568-3535

PARK AND ORCHARD RESTAURANT

FAIR LAWN

International dishes. · 240 Hackensack St., East Rutherford · 201-939-9292

ANDIAMO Eclectic Italian fare. · 23

DAVIA Continental/Italian. · 6-09 Fair Lawn

Hardenburgh Ave., Haworth · 201-384-1551

Ave., Fair Lawn · 201-797-6767

SORRENTO’S Southern Italian dishes. · 132 Park

Ave., East Rutherford · 201-507-0093

EDGEWATER THE CRAB HOUSE Affordable riverside dining

with Manhattan views. · 541 River Rd., Edgewater · 201-840-9311 KINARA Northern Indian cuisine. · 880 River

Rd., Edgewater · 201-313-0555 LA VECCHIA NAPOLI Traditional southern

Italian cuisine. · 2 Hilliard Ave., Edgewater · 201941-6799 THE RIVER PALM TERRACE Classic steak house.

GOTHAM CITY DINER American favorites.

· 39-10 Broadway, Fair Lawn · 201-398-9700 OCEANOS Greek cuisine, seafood. · 2-27 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn · 201-796-0546 RIVARA’S American cuisine. · 6-18 Maple Ave.,

HILLSDALE

THE RIVER PALM TERRACE Classic steak house. · 41-11 Rt. 4 West, Fair Lawn · 201-703-3500

THE CORNERSTONE American fare, full bar. · 84 Broadway, Hillsdale · 201-666-8688

FAIRVIEW DON QUIJOTE Spanish cuisine. · 344 Bergen

Blvd., Fairview · 201-943-3133

ROBERTO’S II Gourmet Italian. · 936 River Rd.,

MAHARANI EXPRESS Indian cuisine. · 2151

Edgewater · 201-224-2524

Lemoine Ave., Fort Lee · 201-585-8226

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SABOR LATIN BISTRO Latin fare. · 1060 Goffle Rd., Hawthorne · 973-238-0800

CAFE CAPRI Casual Italian eatery. · 343 Broadway, Hillsdale · 201-664-6422

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Rd., Little Ferry · 201-931-1522 TRACEY’S NINE MILE HOUSE Continental cui-

pizza, more. · 298 Garden State Plaza, Paramus · 201-843-8858

sine. · 4 Bergen Tpk., Little Ferry · 201-440-1100

KUMA Japanese, Chinese dishes. · 440 Forest Ave., Paramus · 201-262-0400

LYNDHURST

MANTRA Elegant Indian cuisine. · 275 Rt. 4 W., Paramus · 201-342-8868

LA CIBELES Spanish continental cuisine, featur-

ing seafood. · 123 Ridge Rd., Lyndhurst · 201-438-9491

PARK RIDGE

TRATTORIA FRATELLI Northern Italian cuisine. · 119 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood · 201-447-9377 VILLAGE GREEN RESTAURANT Contemporary American cuisine. · 36 Prospect St., Ridgewood · 201-445-2914 WASABI JAPANESE RESTAURANT Japanese pocuisine. · 848 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood · 201-493-7575

ESTY STREET Contemporary American. · 86

MAHWAH

Spring Valley Rd., Park Ridge · 201-307-1515

RIVER VALE

MAHWAH BAR AND GRILL Classic American

THE PARK STEAKHOUSE Dry-aged steaks. ·

DANIEL American and Italian cuisine. · 625 River Vale Rd., River Vale · 201-594-1900

pub. · 2 Island Rd., Mahwah · 201-529-8056 NEW YORK STEAKHOUSE & PUB Casual steak

151 Kinderkamack Rd., Park Ridge · 201-930-1300

RISTORANTE PARADISO Mid-southern Italian

house. · 180 Rt. 17 S., Mahwah · 201-529-1806

VALENTINO’S Continental Italian. · 103 Spring

Valley Rd., Park Ridge · 201-391-2230

fare. · 640 Westwood Ave., River Vale · 201-263-0400

THE RIVER PALM TERRACE Classic steak house. · 209 Ramapo Valley Rd., Mahwah · 201-529-1111

RAMSEY

ROCHELLE PARK

APOLO’S RESTAURANT Fine continental and

NANNI Italian dishes. · 53 W. Passaic St.,

MONTVALE THE PORTER HOUSE American steak house.

· 125 Kinderkamack Rd., Montvale · 201-3076300

Mediterranean cuisine. · 61 E. Main St., Ramsey · 201-825-1111 CAFE PANACHE Fine eclectic eatery. · 130 E. Main St., Ramsey · 201-934-0030

SEGOVIA Spanish cuisine featuring steaks and

RUTHERFORD

seafood. · 150 Moonachie Rd., Moonachie · 201-641-4266

CAFÉ MATISSE Fine Continental cuisine. · 167

Park Ave., Rutherford · 201-935-2995

NORTH BERGEN

PAISANO’S Little Italy–style eatery. · 132 Park

SABOR LATIN BISTRO Elegant Latin cuisine. · 8809 River Rd., North Bergen · 201-943-6366

BRADY’S FOX HUNT INN Irish/American clas-

sics. · 201 Livingston St., Northvale · 201-7848047

Ave., Rutherford · 201-935-5755 GREEK CITY Greek eatery. · 1300 Rt 17 N.,

Ramsey · 201-760-2500

NORWOOD

RISOTTO HOUSE Northern Italian fare. · 88 Park Ave., Rutherford · 201-438-5344

VARKA ESTIATORIO Greek cuisine, featuring

SADDLE BROOK

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

GOLDEN PUB Great pub food. · 335 Market St., Saddle Brook · 201-843-9210

RIDGEFIELD

MATSUYA Cozy, elegant Japanese steak house. · 490 Market St., Saddle Brook · 201-843-5811

MADELEINE’S PETIT PARIS Light French cuisine.

· 416 Tappan Rd., Northvale · 201-767-0063

local food. · 55 Rt. 17 S., Rochelle Park · 201845-3737 VILLA ROBERTO RISTORANTE Fine Italian cuisine. · 70 W. Passaic St., Rochelle Park · 201-845-8333

MOONACHIE

NORTHVALE

Rochelle Park · 201-843-1250 BISTRO 55 Causal eatery featuring seasonal,

GOTHAM CITY DINER American favorites.

· 550 Bergen Blvd., Ridgefield ·201-943-5664

QUE PASTA Home-style Italian. · 326 Market

THE PORTER HOUSE GRILL Casual American

RIDGEWOOD

St., Saddle Brook · 201-712-1900

eatery. · 595 Broadway, Norwood · 201-784-6900

BAZZINI AT 28 OAK STREET Innovative

SADDLE RIVER

NYACK, N.Y. LANTERNA Inviting Tuscan kitchen. · 3 South

American fare. · 28 Oak St., Ridgewood · 201689-7313 DAILY TREAT RESTAURANT Friendly, casual

SADDLE RIVER INN Romantic, upscale eatery.

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

Broadway, Nyack, N.Y. · 845-353-8361

eatery. · 177 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood · 201-652-9113

SOUTH HACKENSACK

TWO SPEAR STREET New American cuisine.

LA PIAZZA BISTRO ITALIANO Innovative

South Hackensack · 201-487-3884

· 2 Spear St., Nyack, N.Y. · 845-353-7733

northern Italian fare. · 29 Chestnut St., Ridgewood · 201-447-5111

SUFFERN, N.Y.

OAKLAND

LATOUR Modern French cuisine. · 6 E.

TEGGIANO Fine Italian food. · 310 Huyler St.,

MARCELLO’S RISTORANTE Italian continental fare. · 21 Lafayette Ave., Suffern, N.Y. · 845-357-9108

CAFE L’AMORE Continental fare, specializing

Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood · 201-445-5056

in Italian. · 455 Ramapo Valley Rd., Oakland · 201-337-5558

MACMURPHY’S American continental fare.

PARAMUS

MARCELLO’S AT THE STATION Fine northern

BIAGIO’S Italian/American cuisine. · 299

Italian cuisine. · 8 Wilsey Sq., Ridgewood · 201-652-2120

TAPPAN, N.Y.

MARRA’S Italian cuisine. · 16 S. Broad St.,

IL PORTICO Fine Italian cuisine. · 89 Main St., Tappan, N.Y. · 845-365-2100

Paramus Rd., Paramus · 201-652-0201 BONEFISH GRILL Polished, casual dining spe-

cializing in fresh fish. · 601 From Rd., Paramus · 201-261-2355 CHAKRA Continental fare with Asian influences. · 144 Rt. 4 E., Paramus · 201-556-1530 JOE’S AMERICAN BAR & GRILL Steaks, salads,

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Ridgewood · 201-444-1332 MEDITERRANEO Mediterranean cuisine, including tapas. · 23 North Broad St., Ridgewood · 201-447-0022

RAVI Creative continental cuisine. · 150

Lafayette Ave., Suffern, N.Y. · 845-369-7284

VILLAGE GRILLE American fare with Middle Eastern specialties. · 65 Old Tappan Rd., Tappan, N.Y. · 845-398-3232

SAKURA-BANA Sushi and traditional Japanese

TEANECK

fare. · 43 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood · 201-447-6525

BV TUSCANY RISTORANTE Simple Tuscan cui-

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meeting of geniuses Pablo Picasso and Albert Einstein, as imagined by actor, comic and writer Steve Martin. The Porch Light Company brings Martin’s play PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE to the Porch Light Theatre in Glen Rock, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets: $25 for adults, $22 for students and seniors. For more information, call 201-857-3520 or visit www.porchlightproductions.org.

music and a “grand illumination.”

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Drill Hall Theatre in Leonia, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets: $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and students. Call 201-947-9606 or visit www.playersguildofleonia.org.

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REUNION XXI at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, 7 p.m. Tickets: $31 to $106. Call 201-935-3900 or visit www.meadowlands.com.

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Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus. Reenactors portray the life of a Colonial soldier in a base camp, including special military drills and activities for children, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission: $7 for adults, $4 for children 6 to 12, FREE for museum members and children under 6. To learn more, call 201-445-8311 or visit www.thehermitage.org.

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July 8 to 11—See the pros play at THE KENNEDY FUNDING INVITATIONAL, a four-day tennis tournament to benefit Englewood Hospital and Medical Center and Nyack Hospital, at Dellwood Country Club in New City, N.Y. A special benefit gala will take place on Saturday night. A shuttle bus brings visitors from the parking area. To learn more, visit www.kennedyfunding invitational.com or call 800342-8500. For information about gala reservations or sponsorships, call that number and ask for Kevin Wolfer. I

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in my 20s and treated, and in November I will celebrate five years as a breast-cancer survivor. At one point the doctor gave me six months. As a two-time cancer survivor, I feel God has given me another life so I can help someone.”

Giving it a whirl: “Once I would never have entered a ‘cover girl’ contest, but I was like, ‘Joanne, why not? I’m doing things I might not have done before. I’ll go for it!’”

New priorities: “Before I was diagnosed with breast cancer I was busy, but in the wrong way—working, working, not taking time for myself. I think stress contributes to cancer. Now I’m going to do what I want.”

Stay-young secrets: “I always eat a ‘colorful’ plate of

food, as per my doctor’s orders. I work out 20 to 30 minutes every day, a different kind of exercise each day—I have a treadmill, weights, medicine ball and an Ab Rocket.”

Makeup maven: “I enjoy choosing an outfit in the morning and making myself pretty. I lost my eyelashes from chemo, so I put on false eyelashes and all my makeup and have fun. Looking good has a lot to do with attitude.”

Maternal wisdom: “I have two sons, Jason, 30, and Marco, 29. My husband and I were strict disciplinarians.

They had to do their homework and be home by a certain time. If they wanted a new pair of sneakers, they had to earn it with their behavior.”

Dinner engagement: “Kids who don’t have a strong family sometimes make the streets their family. For us, dinner together was important. And if something was going on at our house, it was family meeting time.”

Best advice: “My father, Whittie English, was the first African-American contractor to build more than 75 Bergen homes. He told me: ‘Work hard, then it’s OK to play hard’; ‘Don’t take no for an answer’; and ‘You don’t have to be a millionaire to look like one.’”

Heels and wheels: “You should have seen me when I was starting out in real estate at age 19! But I wore a suit and high heels and I carried a briefcase, and I got through. If you look the part, they’ll respect you. I kept a good credit rating, and that enabled me to invest in real estate. With the money I made, I bought a red Mercedes Benz. I became known as the young agent with the red Mercedes.”

‘Realtor to the stars’: “I got myself invited to entertainment and sports-industry parties—if Puffy [rapper Sean Combs] or the president of Motown was having one. I’d introduce myself as ‘realtor to the stars’ and say, ‘If you want to move to Jersey, see me.’ Soon people said, ‘Here’s Joanne; she works with celebrities.’ It was a domino effect.”

Easiest sale: “I sold singer Mary J. Blige her house in Cresskill about 10 years ago. It was easy, because celebrities know what they want—they don’t have to see 100 houses.”

Cancer survivor’s credo: “Cancer need not be a death sentence. Live life to the fullest, share your story, support others, have faith and be thankful for every day you wake up. Every year I host a fundraiser for Englewood Hospital called the ‘Think Pink Spring Bling.’ We have pink food and everyone—men, women and children—wears pink.”

Makes it worthwhile: “Someone who’d been to one of my parties came up to me a year later and said, ‘Thank you, Joanne! When I heard the doctor at your event talk about early detection and self-exams, I found a lump— just in time. I believe you saved my life.’” ■

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